Systems, methods, and devices for controlling smart fabrics in aircraft
US10990681B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 25, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 24, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD10B2401/20
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for controlling smart fabrics. In some embodiments, the smart fabrics are attached to vehicle seats, benches, and/or beds. In some embodiments, the smart fabrics enable digital components to be embedded in them and can be configured to modify their physical behavior including changing their color, breathability, stiffness, as well as other properties, depending on the applications the fabric is being utilized for. In order to control these smart fabrics and the different properties of them, smart fabric controllers are provided as well as one or more vehicle controllers that help to give instructions and update the firmware of each of the one or more smart fabric controllers on the vehicle.
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