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iBand with d3o: intelligent shock-absorbing iPod skin
While state-changing polymers have been around for a while, it's now in a form that everyone can use — an iPhone case. d3o is a gel-like material that transforms into a more solid material upon impact, and Tech21 is using it in a protective, attractive skin. Cool.
According to the manufacturer, the molecules at rest move freely in a soft and flexible gel, but when impacted, the molecules "lock together to spread and absorb the force," increasing protection up to 134% compared to other cases.
What do you think: should they make egg-cartons out of the same material?
Tech21 via Crunch Gear
By JasonInMelbourne at 11:06 PM ON 08/31/09
Sounds like glorified corn starch solution. But, hey, it's great if it works. How much?
By RG at 6:28 AM ON 09/01/09
d3o does work, and I've seen it tested on eggs.
They wrapped an egg in it and then they tried to smash it, but were unable to do so.
By ytrewq at 10:06 AM ON 09/03/09
I just had a completely unrelated idea- a transparent, snap-on "keyboard" for the iphone. It would just contact the screen when you pressed the buttons, no electronics or anything. It would make typing much less frustrating.
By skin care at 2:54 PM ON 10/14/09
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