Conductive thread is a kind of thread that can carry electricity. It is often used to sew electronic components into fabric, enabling them to work and communicate with each other. Full definition
E-textiles and soft circuitry, in which circuits are sewn using conductive thread or fabric, have shown to be an engaging way to teach electronics and programming, especially for young women. (edutopia.org)
Indeed, everyone is invited to the DIY party, from elementary - school students building robotic arms to grandmothers sewing jackets with working LED movie displays using Flora, a wearable electronics platform with conductive threads and washable hardware. (entrepreneur.com)
To eliminate the need for such peripheral gear, researchers at the University of Washington recently took advantage of what they say is a previously untapped property of conductive thread: its ability to be magnetized. (scientificamerican.com)