EasyJet teamed up with CuteCircuit for new LED uniforms. Not only are these uniforms cool to look at, they help direct passengers a well. (via EasyJet)
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Imagine boarding an airplane, putting your luggage in the overhead compartment, and taking your place by the window seat. Out of the corner of your eye you see beams of light slowly coming down the aisle. Have the aliens finally taken over? No, instead it's your flight attendant showing you wear the emergency exits are. This may be the future of in-flight uniforms thanks to a recent collaboration with EasyJet and London fashion house CuteCircuit.
The deal between EasyJet and CuteCircuit first broke last year and now it's actually happening. Aside from being eye catching and making sure you don't lose track of your flight attendant, the uniforms will come equipped with built-in microphones to allow engineers, crew, and pilots can talk to each other. Currently, there are two sets: one for cabin crew and one for engineers. Cabin crew uniforms have LEDs on the shoulder and will show your flight number and destination – you don't want to get on the wrong plane. There are also illuminated hems for extra lightening in case of an emergency.
The engineer's uniform is slightly different with reflective panels and LEDs in the hoods to light up work areas so workers don't have to balance a flashlight on their shoulder. This leaves both of their hands free to take care of whatever task is at hand. There are also built-in video cameras which allow them to beam pictures to other engineers to help diagnose problems. Their uniforms also include air quality sensors and barometers to monitor their surrounding their environment. The ground team aren't being left in the cold either. While their suits don't sport out of this world LEDs, their new uniforms are long tench coats with bright colors making it easier to spot them in dangerous weather conditions.
CuiteCircuit, the wearable fashion company EasyJet joined up with, is best know for their LED costumes worn by celebrities like Katy Perry and Nicole Scherzinger. This integration with airflight uniforms shows wearable tech can go beyond trendy fit bands. As this project shows wearable tech can be used to make the jobs of an in-flight crew easier. After all you want to make sure the people responsible to make your flight comfortable and safe know what they're doing. Maybe if this project goes over while with EasyJet, it'll become a standard for all flight crews. Not only is it innovative, but it makes your flight just a little bit more fun.
I like the concept...for everyday use. I couldn't find how the LED grids were placed in the clothing. I would imagine they are flexible. And we all know how a few dozen LEDs can draw some current... Hope those garments aren't polyester.
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