Stretchable fabric switch

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2008-05-27

2008-05-27

Friedhofer, Michael A (Department: 2832)

Electricity: circuit makers and breakers

Solid contact

Compressible elastomer

C174S1170FF, C338S047000, C338S101000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07378608

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a stretchable fabric that may serve as a switch device or coupling to an electronic device and a power source by merely stretching or pusing the fabric. The stretchable fabrics may be usable in a wearable garment, furniture, or other suitable locations where it can be incorporated to close a circuit. Through a releasable stretching or pushing action by the user, electrically conductive strips integrated in the fabrics come in contact to activate related ancillary equipment such as power supplies or electronic devices.

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