Interdisciplinary Design and Fabrication of Interactive Art Installations via Soap Bubble Transfer Printing of Flexible Electronics

Abstract

Flexible electronics hold immense potential for revolutionizing interactive art installations, enabling dynamic and responsive artistic expressions. However, their integration into complex, non-planar artistic structures often faces challenges related to fabrication precision, material compatibility, and aesthetic integration. This paper introduces an interdisciplinary approach for the design and fabrication of interactive art installations utilizing a versatile soap bubble transfer printing technique for flexible electronics. Leveraging the unique properties of soap bubbles, including their ultrathin nature, rheological deformability, and burst-on-demand capability, our method facilitates adhesion-independent, damage-free, and low-contamination integration of flexible electronic components onto diverse and intricate artistic substrates. We demonstrate the efficacy of this technique through the creation of novel interactive art pieces, showcasing seamless integration of sensors, actuators, and lighting elements within complex geometries. This work bridges the gap between advanced manufacturing technologies and artistic creation, offering a new paradigm for designing responsive and aesthetically compelling interactive art. The proposed methodology not only expands the possibilities for artistic expression but also provides a robust framework for future interdisciplinary research at the intersection of engineering, design, and culture.