# High-Tech Duct Tape These Researchers Have Designed Tape Embedded with Electrical Circuits By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-03-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hightech-duct-tape References: [digitaltrends](http://www.digitaltrends.com/cool-tech/sensortape-sensor-packed-roll-of-electrical-circuitry/) & [resenv.media.mit.edu](http://resenv.media.mit.edu/pubs/papers/Sensor_tape_UIST_2015.pdf) Researchers at [MIT Media Lab’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/httpswwwmediamitedu) Responsive Environments recently developed a form of high-tech duct tape that may revolutionize how consumers carry out DIY projects. While the rise of maker culture has led to the creation of many DIY electronics, those without basic programming skills are often unable to explore their ideas. This tape comes with basic circuitry already built into it, thereby eliminating the need for advanced technical skills. The high-tech duct tape developed by the MIT team is called 'SensorTape' and it consists of electrical circuitry printed onto a roll of malleable tape. These circuits can be cut, shaped and attached in many different ways, making them ideal for DIY projects. To ensure that users do not damage the circuitry, there are clear lines printed on the tape that indicate exactly where to make cuts. The tape could change the face of maker culture by giving consumers an easy way to incorporate basic circuitry into their projects. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Electronics:** The integration of basic circuitry into everyday objects and materials opens up opportunities for users to engage in DIY electronics projects. - **Simplified Technology:** The development of high-tech duct tape with pre-printed circuitry simplifies the process of incorporating technology into DIY projects, making it accessible to a wider range of users. - **Innovative Materials:** The creation of malleable tape embedded with electrical circuits introduces a new category of materials for innovative and customizable DIY applications. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The integration of circuitry into everyday objects presents disruptive innovation opportunities within the consumer electronics industry. - **Home Improvement:** The development of high-tech duct tape with built-in circuits opens up new possibilities in the home improvement industry, allowing DIYers to easily incorporate technology into their projects. - **Education:** The use of simplified technology tools like the SensorTape can potentially transform the way technology is taught and learned, offering disruptive innovation opportunities in the education sector. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Edible Food-Safe Adhesives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tastee-tape.md) - [Paper-Made Circuit Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singleuse-circuit-board.md) - [Tape Crafting Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-tape.md) - [Connected Professional Tape Measures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acegmet-dtx-10.md) - [Stretchable Sweat-Activated Yarn Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yarn-battery.md) - [Digital Laser Tape Measures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-laser.md) - [AI-Enabled Smart Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-smart-bandages.md) - [Tunable Insulating Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squid-skin.md) - [Connected Monitoring Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wound-bandage.md)