The combination of sensors and electronics with textiles presents many opportunities, for example, as a platform for wearables or for monitoring the environment in a wide range of applications. However, commercialising the technology presents many challenges. E-textiles technology is inherently interdisciplinary, different applications require different technical solutions and standard relating to their manufacture and testing are still being developed. This workshop will explore these challenges and discuss the support available for commercialising the technology. Talks will include the first-hand experience of entrepreneurs, a comprehensive survey of industry professionals working in the field, typical support provided from University incubators and Innovate UK, and a venture capitalist’s perspective on investing in new technologies. The workshop will explore these challenges and barriers, and identify recommendations for further assisting the community towards commercialising the technology.
This workshop is ideal for researchers and engineers working in academia and industry who are interested in developing the technology towards practical applications and potential exploitation, and those already on the commercialisation journey.
The event will be free to attend but spaces are limited so please only register if you are able to attend the in-person event in London.