Programmable Aesthetic Overlays are sub-dermal bioluminescent layers that can change the appearance of a person's skin through the integration of optogenetic proteins and external radiofrequency (RF) signals.
It addresses the need for dynamic visual identity changes without the permanence of traditional tattoos or makeup.
The technology involves embedding optogenetic proteins within the sub-dermal layer. These proteins respond to specific wavelengths of light, which are triggered by externally applied RF signals. The overlay can change color or pattern based on the type of protein used and the design of the signal.
Manufacture involves genetic engineering to produce optogenetic proteins, followed by their encapsulation in a biocompatible matrix. The overlay is then implanted sub-dermally.
The process starts with gene synthesis and protein production, followed by encapsulation and implantation of the overlay layer.
Field units draw low hundreds of watts; fabrication is energy-intensive due to vacuum baking. Operational power requirements are minimal once implanted.
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