08-10-2012, 01:20 PM
Nokia Morph Phone’s Prototype
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Morph - Origin
The concept of Morph was unveiled on February 25, 2008 at The Museum of Modern Art (Design and The Elastic Mind Exhibition) in New York City.
A product of a joint study into the future of mobile phones by the Nokia Research Center and the University of Cambridge's Nanoscience Centre.
It demonstrates that, nanotechnology might be capable of delivering: flexible materials, transparent electronics and self-cleaning surfaces that could be used to make Nokia Morph .
Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology, shortened to “Nanotech", is the study of the control of matter on an atomic and molecular scale.
Generally nanotechnology deals with structures of the size 100 nanometers or smaller, and involves developing materials or devices within that size.
Nanotecnology has a wide variety of applications including Medicine, Energy, IT Sector etc.
Application of Nanotechnology in Morph
Nanotechnology might be capable of delivering flexible materials, transparent electronics, and self-cleaning surfaces.
With this technology mobile phones can be folded, turned into bracelet and the colour can also be changed completely.
Morph uses nanotechnology and liquid batteries to enable the flexibility and transparency of the materials used.
Millions of tiny micro-fibres will help to hold the handset in a new position.
Features of Morph
Newly-enabled flexible and transparent materials blend more seamlessly with the way we live
Devices become self-cleaning and self-preserving
Transparent electronics offering an entirely new aesthetic dimension
Built-in solar absorption might charge a device, whilst batteries become smaller, longer lasting and faster to charge
Integrated sensors might allow us to learn more about the environment around us, empowering us to make better choices.
Flexible & Changing Design
Spider silk elasticity enables the device to literally change shapes and configure itself to adapt to the task at hand.
A folded design would fit easily in a pocket and could lend itself ergonomically to being used as a traditional handset.
Even integrated electronics, from interconnects to sensors, could share these flexible properties.
Self-Cleaning
Nanotechnology also can be leveraged to create self-cleaning surfaces on mobile devices, ultimately reducing corrosion, wear and improving longevity.
Nanostructured surfaces, such as “Nanoflowers” naturally repel water, dirt, and even fingerprints utilizing effects also seen in natural systems.
Hydrophobic technology
It prevents moisture buildup, so rain and perspiration won’t leave streaks.
It repels oils, skin oils, fingerprints and lotions, so they are easily wiped away without leaving residue.
It prevents dirt, dust and other particles from clinging to the lens.
Advanced Power Sources
Nanotechnology holds out the possibility that the surface of a device will become a natural source of energy via a covering of “Nanograss” structures that harvest solar power.
At the same time new high energy density storage materials allow batteries to become smaller and thinner, while also quicker to recharge and able to endure more charging cycles.
Sensing The Environment
Nanosensors would empower users to examine the environment around them in completely new ways, from analyzing air pollution, to gaining insight into bio-chemical traces and processes. New capabilities might be as complex as helping us monitor evolving conditions in the quality of our surroundings, or as simple as knowing if the fruit we are about to enjoy should be washed before we eat it. Our ability to tune into our environment in these ways can help us make key decisions that guide our daily actions and ultimately can enhance our health
Conclusion
According to the developers, using nanotechnology can lead to low cost manufacturing solutions as well as adjustable, empowering devices, bringing us new, versatile possibilities. These mobile devices will be flexible, stretchable and shape changing, so that they can be easily integrated in our everyday routines without special adjustments on our part. Unfortunately, it might take close to a decade until the elements of Morph might be available for integration into handheld devices.
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Morph - Origin
The concept of Morph was unveiled on February 25, 2008 at The Museum of Modern Art (Design and The Elastic Mind Exhibition) in New York City.
A product of a joint study into the future of mobile phones by the Nokia Research Center and the University of Cambridge's Nanoscience Centre.
It demonstrates that, nanotechnology might be capable of delivering: flexible materials, transparent electronics and self-cleaning surfaces that could be used to make Nokia Morph .
Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology, shortened to “Nanotech", is the study of the control of matter on an atomic and molecular scale.
Generally nanotechnology deals with structures of the size 100 nanometers or smaller, and involves developing materials or devices within that size.
Nanotecnology has a wide variety of applications including Medicine, Energy, IT Sector etc.
Application of Nanotechnology in Morph
Nanotechnology might be capable of delivering flexible materials, transparent electronics, and self-cleaning surfaces.
With this technology mobile phones can be folded, turned into bracelet and the colour can also be changed completely.
Morph uses nanotechnology and liquid batteries to enable the flexibility and transparency of the materials used.
Millions of tiny micro-fibres will help to hold the handset in a new position.
Features of Morph
Newly-enabled flexible and transparent materials blend more seamlessly with the way we live
Devices become self-cleaning and self-preserving
Transparent electronics offering an entirely new aesthetic dimension
Built-in solar absorption might charge a device, whilst batteries become smaller, longer lasting and faster to charge
Integrated sensors might allow us to learn more about the environment around us, empowering us to make better choices.
Flexible & Changing Design
Spider silk elasticity enables the device to literally change shapes and configure itself to adapt to the task at hand.
A folded design would fit easily in a pocket and could lend itself ergonomically to being used as a traditional handset.
Even integrated electronics, from interconnects to sensors, could share these flexible properties.
Self-Cleaning
Nanotechnology also can be leveraged to create self-cleaning surfaces on mobile devices, ultimately reducing corrosion, wear and improving longevity.
Nanostructured surfaces, such as “Nanoflowers” naturally repel water, dirt, and even fingerprints utilizing effects also seen in natural systems.
Hydrophobic technology
It prevents moisture buildup, so rain and perspiration won’t leave streaks.
It repels oils, skin oils, fingerprints and lotions, so they are easily wiped away without leaving residue.
It prevents dirt, dust and other particles from clinging to the lens.
Advanced Power Sources
Nanotechnology holds out the possibility that the surface of a device will become a natural source of energy via a covering of “Nanograss” structures that harvest solar power.
At the same time new high energy density storage materials allow batteries to become smaller and thinner, while also quicker to recharge and able to endure more charging cycles.
Sensing The Environment
Nanosensors would empower users to examine the environment around them in completely new ways, from analyzing air pollution, to gaining insight into bio-chemical traces and processes. New capabilities might be as complex as helping us monitor evolving conditions in the quality of our surroundings, or as simple as knowing if the fruit we are about to enjoy should be washed before we eat it. Our ability to tune into our environment in these ways can help us make key decisions that guide our daily actions and ultimately can enhance our health
Conclusion
According to the developers, using nanotechnology can lead to low cost manufacturing solutions as well as adjustable, empowering devices, bringing us new, versatile possibilities. These mobile devices will be flexible, stretchable and shape changing, so that they can be easily integrated in our everyday routines without special adjustments on our part. Unfortunately, it might take close to a decade until the elements of Morph might be available for integration into handheld devices.