Observed arrival · 2026-09-18
Molecular Materials Lab: Bacterial cellulose, cut and sewn
A material studio grows bacterial cellulose in shallow trays, then cleans, dries, cuts, stitches, and finishes it into leather-like sheets and products.
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- A 52 × 74 cm sheet is cut into five pieces, with offcuts returned to the pulp.
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The lab describes a tray-based growth cycle in which bacteria build a cellulose film at the liquid–air interface, followed by cleaning, softening, and controlled drying. Its sample specifications include a 52 × 74 cm sheet, 2,940 g/m² weight, 4 MPa tensile strength, and 62% light transmission. The fabrication notes describe five-piece cutting, 90-degree gussets, walking-foot stitching, burnished edges, and hand-waxed finishes.
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