We’ve been fine tuning the content for an introductory course at CU Boulder called “Experimental Textiles”. The course introduces those unfamiliar with weaving to how woven structure can be usefully deployed to improve or otherwise augment electro-mechanical systems. It introduces those familiar with weaving to basic principles of electro-mechanical systems that can be harnessed in woven cloth. Topics include resistive sensing, electromagnetic actuation, and integrating color change with resistive heat or UV exposure.
Follow along for yourself here: extx.unstable.design