Pulp-based computing: a framework for building computers out of paper

ABSTRACT

In this video, we describe a series of techniques for building sensors, actuators and circuit boards that behave, look, and feel like paper. By embedding electro-active inks, conductive threads and smart materials directly into paper during the papermaking process, we have developed seamless composites that are capable of supporting new and unexpected application domains in ubiquitous and pervasive computing at affordable costs.

REFERENCES

• 1: E-Ink. http://www.eink.com/
• 2: Hunter, D. Papermaking: The History and Technique of an Ancient Craft. Dover Publications. 1978.
• 3: Rodolphe Koehly , Denis Curtil , Marcelo M. Wanderley, Paper FSRs and latex/fabric traction sensors: methods for the development of home-made touch sensors, Proceedings of the 2006 conference on New interfaces for musical expression, June 04-08, 2006, Paris, France

INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.5 INFORMATION INTERFACES AND PRESENTATION (I.7)
      H.5.2 User Interfaces (D.2.2, H.1.2, I.3.6)

General Terms:
Design

Keywords:
actuators, composites, paper, sensors, smart materials, ubiquitous computing