New ink turns objects into chameleons
1.10.2019
Translation: machine translated
MIT has created a reprogrammable ink that you as a consumer can use to recolour all your belongings. As often as you like.
To infinity and beyond
Fun and saves resources
This is not just a fun gimmick, but also has the potential to save resources. If you can redesign your belongings to your heart's content, you might only buy one model and not several in different colours. Manufacturers can also prevent overproduction, as the products can be easily redesigned if consumers don't like a certain colour.
The researchers tested their technology on a car, a mobile phone cover, a shoe and a toy chameleon. The process took between 15 and 40 minutes, depending on the size and orientation of the pattern. The project was made possible in part by financial support from car manufacturer Ford, which sees great potential for the automotive industry. The "magic ink" could make production more efficient and the paint more resistant to weathering.
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