Tactum is the name of a hi-tech system creating 3D printed jewelry. Although such designs aren't that innovative anymore, this system certainly is. Tactum uses interactive projection mapping to design the bracelets. Incredibly futuristic, the designs can be worn as basic accessories, or coupled with wearable technology to really elevate the designs into something truly useful.
Created by digital research studio MadLab, the Tactum system generates topography projections around a person's arm that can be manipulated by touch. Dezeen writes, "These images respond to gestures that enable the real-time modelling of wearable objects."
Relying on depth and motion sensors in existing devices, Tactum "is able to coordinate imprecise skin-based gestures to create very precise designs around very precise forms," writes the studio.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- 3D Printed Jewelry
- The trend of 3D printed jewelry is evolving with the introduction of interactive projection mapping.
- Interactive Projection Mapping
- Interactive projection mapping is disrupting the jewelry industry by allowing for real-time modeling of wearable objects.
- Wearable Technology Integration
- The integration of wearable technology with projection-mapped jewelry opens up new opportunities for innovative and functional designs.
Sectors Adopting This
- Jewelry
- The jewelry industry can leverage interactive projection mapping to create unique and customizable designs.
- 3D Printing
- The 3D printing industry can explore the application of interactive projection mapping in creating intricate and personalized jewelry pieces.
- Wearable Technology
- The wearable technology industry can collaborate with jewelry designers to integrate projection mapping and create technologically advanced accessories.
