17994871. COMPOSITE FIBER CAPABLE OF CHANGING COLORS BY VARIOUS EXTERNAL STIMULI AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
COMPOSITE FIBER CAPABLE OF CHANGING COLORS BY VARIOUS EXTERNAL STIMULI AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Sung June Park of Jeonju-si (KR)
Min Jae Choe of Imsil-gun (KR)
COMPOSITE FIBER CAPABLE OF CHANGING COLORS BY VARIOUS EXTERNAL STIMULI AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17994871 titled 'COMPOSITE FIBER CAPABLE OF CHANGING COLORS BY VARIOUS EXTERNAL STIMULI AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF
Simplified Explanation
The present disclosure is about a composite fiber that can change color in response to external stimuli such as heat, electrical signals, and mechanical stimuli. This is achieved by filling the hollow of an elastic fiber with a thermochromic pigment, an elastic polymer, and a liquid metal. The fiber also includes a metal wire inserted into the liquid metal and a stopper to seal the end of the fiber.
- The composite fiber contains a thermochromic pigment and an elastic polymer.
- The hollow of the elastic fiber is filled with a liquid metal.
- A metal wire is inserted into the liquid metal, with one end exposed to the outside.
- A stopper is connected to seal the end of the elastic fiber.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Textiles and clothing that change color based on temperature or other stimuli.
- Smart fabrics that can indicate changes in body temperature or environmental conditions.
- Sensor applications where color change can be used as a visual indicator for various parameters.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Provides a simple and efficient way to create fibers that can change color.
- Allows for color change in response to different external stimuli.
- Enables the integration of color-changing properties into various materials and products.
Benefits of this technology:
- Versatile and customizable color-changing capabilities.
- Can be applied to different types of fibers and materials.
- Offers a wide range of potential applications in various industries.
- Provides a visually appealing and interactive element to textiles and products.
Original Abstract Submitted
The present disclosure relates to a composite fiber capable of discoloration, and more particularly, to a composite fiber capable of discoloration by various external stimuli such as heat, electrical signals, mechanical external stimuli, etc. by filling a hollow of an elastic hollow fiber containing a thermochromic pigment and an elastic polymer with a liquid metal, and a manufacturing method thereof. The composite fiber capable of discoloration according to the present disclosure includes: a hollow fiber containing a thermochromic pigment and an elastic polymer, a liquid metal filled in the hollow of the elastic hollow fiber, a metal wire having one end inserted into the liquid metal and the other end exposed to the outside, and a stopper connected to seal the end of the elastic hollow fiber.
