Power Buttons

Inspiration

There is a need to make wearable tech seamless with minimal bulk and without interference with the garment. Our goal is to address industry issues regarding manufacturability and marketability.

What it does

Powers your wearable tech in a discrete manner integrating the power source directly into the design of the garment, making it simple to use and difficult to notice.

How we built it

Using simple technology of small batteries disguised as buttons and conductive material, we’ve created a simple outfit capable of much more than it appears.

Challenges we ran into

Without the latest tech and the perfect conditions, we weren't able to get the maximum amount of power from our batteries into the circuit; thus restricting us from showing example uses.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

An idea and implementation capable of kick-starting wearable tech into the industry

What we learned

Arduinos, circuits, and how to minimize the tech visibility.

What's next for Power Buttons

An expansion to more than just buttons, with other possible power locations including: collars in shirts, toggles, belt buckles, or other closures. We would also like to see improved versions of our batteries incorporating rechargeability and higher voltage.

Built With

• 3v-batteries
• conductive-thread
• fabric
• snaps