http://wiki.textile-academy.org/ 2026-04-14T19:58:36+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/ http://wiki.textile-academy.org/lib/tpl/bootstrap3/images/favicon.ico text/html 2020-02-27T15:00:59+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/final_project?rev=1582815659&do=diff Final Project Serena: A wearable to combat anxiety and induce calm :fabricademy2017:students:cheung:final_project_-_vest_proto:front_-_not_inflated_sm.jpg?nolink&500x529 Overview of project idea I want to create a belt to induce calm in sufferers of anxiety disorder or by other people who find themselves in stressful situations. The belt is to be worn around the chest and incorporates a fabric stretch sensor over the diaphragm that detects fast breathing rates. When fast breathing is noted… text/html 2018-02-28T18:02:58+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/week_1?rev=1519840978&do=diff Week 2: Digital bodies We started this week with an introduction to the history of representing the human body and traditional and new, digital techniques for representation. We then covered the practical side of digital techniques for acquiring a physical model of the body through the following tutorials: text/html 2018-02-28T18:01:59+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/week_2?rev=1519840919&do=diff Week 3: Circular open source fashion The assignment this week was to create our own modules that contain interlocking cuts so that they can be connected together without the need for seams or sewing, and to integrate this module design into a garment. I created one hexagon shape that contained both male and female cuts and integrated this into a vest top - the modules formed the straps and two side connections on both sides of the top. The modules also formed a neckline feature because I wanted… text/html 2018-03-02T15:33:52+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/week_3_-_bio_dyes_biofabrics?rev=1520004832&do=diff Week 4: Bio dyes & biofabrics This week's assignment was to explore one natural or bacterial dye, one crafted or grown material and document the process with a map of the results. I worked in a small group for each experiment (with Liane for the natural dyeing, and with Gerantina and Liane for the biofabric). text/html 2018-06-21T11:14:43+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/week_4_-_e-textiles_wearables_i?rev=1529579683&do=diff Week 5: E-textiles & wearables I For the project this week, it was necessary to understand a few fundamental things about electrical circuits: * Voltage - is the the force or electrical pressure. This is measured in 'volts'. The short symbol is text/html 2018-04-25T21:40:06+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/week_5_-_computational_couture?rev=1524692406&do=diff Week 6: Computational couture This week's assignment was to create a parametrical pattern using Grasshopper, the plugin for Rhino, and 3D print it. I created 2 designs - one 3D printed on fabric and one stand alone design. Both were printed using flexible filament. To download the file for the weave, visit: text/html 2018-02-28T18:00:33+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/week_6_-_textile_as_scaffold?rev=1519840833&do=diff Week 7: Textile as scaffold This week, I produced a composite using layers of material with epoxy and catalysing solution, layered over a foam mould that I designed in Fusion 360 and milled it with the CNC milling machine, and then vacuumed it. To download the file for the mould, visit: text/html 2018-04-25T22:06:18+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/week_7_-_open_source_hardware_-_from_fibres_to_fabric?rev=1524693978&do=diff Week 8: Open source hardware - from fibres to fabric For this week's assignment, I worked with Liane and Gerantina to 'hack' a traditional weaving loom to make the up and down movement of the threads automatic using servo motors. [weaving_loom.jpg][our_version_2.jpg] Picture 1. Traditional weaving loom text/html 2018-02-28T17:59:53+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/week_8_-_e-textiles_wearables_ii?rev=1519840793&do=diff Week 9: E-textiles & wearables II For this week's assignment, I created a chest belt that senses a deep breath with the fabric stretch sensor over the diaphragm which then triggers the vibration motor at the back of the belt. The idea is that for people who are breathing heavily, ie who may be stressed, will be reminded to calm down due to the triggering of the vibration. To download the file for the electrical traces, visit: text/html 2018-04-25T22:20:31+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/week_9_-_implications_and_applications?rev=1524694831&do=diff Week 10: Implications and applications As mentioned on my landing page, for my final project, I would like to create a wearable chest belt for people who have trouble with anxiety and controlling their breathing during anxiety provoking situations. I would like to include sensors that detect the breathing rate and when the rate increases and reaches a threshold - this would set off the inflation and deflation of the chest belt to simulate slow and deep breathing. The idea is that this contracti… text/html 2018-03-03T16:37:41+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/week_10_-_soft_robotics?rev=1520095061&do=diff Week 11: Soft robotics This week I designed and 3D printed a mould similar to the soft gripper mould in the presentation, which I used to create a soft gripper out of silicone rubber. I attempted to inflate the gripper but because of a tear in the side of the gripper, it did not inflate much. To download the file for the mould, visit: text/html 2018-03-03T16:59:34+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/week_11_-_skin_electronics?rev=1520096374&do=diff Week 12: Skin electronics This week's assignment was to use skin electronics to create a carnival mask with neopixels. As I was uncertain about putting electric circuits directly on my skin, I decided to make a mask from material with the neopixels, microcontroller and external batteries. To download the files, visit: text/html 2019-11-11T17:21:07+00:00 http://wiki.textile-academy.org/fabricademy2017/students/cheung/wei-ying?rev=1573492867&do=diff Wei-Ying Cheung About me Hello I'm Wei, a masters student in Usability Engineering with a background in Psychology. I'm currently studying the theory and practical aspects of creating human centred computer interfaces - the aim is to develop interfaces that are straightforward, logical and pleasurable to use. My studies have taught me the importance of employing an empathetic approach to designing products. I find new technology fascinating and I'm excited by the opportunities and possibiliti…