Researchers have developed a rechargeable lithium-ion battery in the form of ultra-long fiber that could be woven into fabrics. The battery could enable a wide variety of wearable electronic devices, and might even be used to make 3D-printed batteries in virtually any shape.
Today the US Patent & Trademark Office published a patent application from Apple that relates to devices that integrate electrical components into fabric securely for future Head Mounted Devices, headbands, vehicles, smart furniture, smart clothing, a MacBook and more. Apple s patent also covers the interlacing equipment needed to insert electrical components securely into fabrics.