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Jansen, I., Kohnle, S., Stekelenburg, J., and Westen, F.
This project takes a research through design approach to investigate how pressure data can be translated to an experience such that it creates consciousness of and connectedness to garments. Pockets are used as a guiding tool because of the familiarity, the existing literature and the emotional connection with the wearer. Three data experiences were created based on pressure data, collected with pressure sensing fabric from Sefar. The first experience has the input and output at the same location and uses light. The second experience shows the pressure over time with a digital visualisation. The third experience gives haptic feedback through a belt with pockets. The goal is to allow the user of wearables to become more conscious about the garments and their own use of them. This information will function as a foundation for future investigations of how emotional attachment with on-body materials influences longevity.
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