Australian scientists from the Wollongong University developed a graphene-based 'bionic bra', which has now reached the prototype stage. The bra automatically tightens and loosens in response to breast movements, to provide maximum support and comfort.
Work on this technology began in 2000, and it is based on three aspects: sensors and actuators that allow detection of movements, 3D printing which enables the materials to monitor movement and the fabric to respond and graphene fibers (wet spinning produced) that are knitted into a wearable structure to form the bra and monitor movement. The bra contains 'artificial muscles' that receive the movement data and respond accordingly.
The scientists say, however, that there some tweaks that are needed before this bra can actually reach the market, but solid progress is being made.