Develop smart contact lenses that the US military has been looking for for a long time

IMT Atlantique French Technical School has recently developed a unique form of contact lenses. This is the first contact lens that can integrate a micro-plastic battery inside.

It is worth noting that this device has attracted the attention of the US military and DARPA ( Advanced Defense Project Research Agency). For over a decade, DARPA has been looking for a special type of contact lenses that can enhance the ability to observe and provide timely information to soldiers and contact lenses solutions can be a worthwhile option. trust.

This is the first contact lens that can integrate a micro-plastic battery inside.

The biggest challenge for IMT Atlantique engineers is how to shrink the battery. But now thanks to a newly developed micro-flexible battery, they have found a way to supply power to LEDs for hours.

According to the researchers, flexible electronics made from graphene materials will help improve the functionality of smart contact lenses. There are many applications from smart contact lenses, such as support for surgeons or help drivers see and navigate better.

France's l'Usine Nouvelle business magazine revealed that DARPA is very interested in smart contact lens technology. Even the giant meefmms are willing to invest $ 2.2 million in the research project.

Jean-Louis Bougrenet de la Tocnaye, the project leader at IMT Atlantique, said everything is ready and the team will try it on people from October 2019 and start testing the feature by 2020. After responding With the requirements set out, the group will take into account commercialization.

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