ThermoMorph Surface
An exploration of future surface fabrication using hybrid materials with different thermo properties. (Tested with PLA and Polyester mesh)
Concept 3D Sketch
Material Tests
Fabrication process
Tool
3D printed heat gun holder attached to UR robot
Robots movements Programming
3D Modeled Textures
Rhino
Sliced for 3D printting
Machine set up
Machine set up
before Heated
After Heated
The polyester mesh base shrinks when heated. In this sample, a heat-reactive PLA is applied; upon heating, the surface texture shifts to yellow and reverts to green as it cools. This color transition visually reveals the thermal responsiveness of the surface.
Test On Sigle Bed Knit Sample
The knitted base made with Puma Stretch yarn shrinks when heated, while the areas reinforced with 3D prints maintain the original loop dimensions.
Application Sketch
Conceptual rendering
Future Application Possibilities
This experiment combines heat-shrinkable polyester mesh with heat-responsive materials. which explores thermally induced structural and color changes.
This approach can be extended to various hybrid material systems for footwear, activewear, or soft surfaces. This enables passive thermal response and localized breathability.
It also opens opportunities for incorporating sustainable materials and low-energy fabrication. These advancements might could shape future functional textile design.