Technical Textiles Flashcards
(17 cards)
What is a technical textile?
Textile which is engineered with characteristics to suit a purpose
What is an Interactive textile?
Fabrics which contain a device pr circuit that responds to the user
Give 2 uses of interactive textiles?
GPS Tracking systems
Performance trackers in sports
What is microfibres?
Tiny fibres about a 100x thinner than hair
What are 2 uses of microfibres?
Clothing
Cleaning clothes
What are phase-changing materials?
Encapsulated droplets on fibres and materials that change between liquid and solid
What are 2 uses of phase-changing materials?
Outdoor Wear
Ski Suits
What are Breathable fabrics?
Waterproof and Windproof fabrics like GORE-TEX
What are 2 uses of Breathable fabrics?
Raincoats
Footwear
What is Rhovyl?
A synthetic fibre which is breathable and has antibacterial properties
What are 2 uses of Rhovyl?
Clothing or Casual Wear
Underwear
What is sun-protective clothing?
Clothing which prevents UV rays from coming into contact with skin
What are 2 uses of sun-protective clothing?
Swimwear
Sun Hats
What is Nomex?
A flame-resistant fibre
What are 2 uses of Nomex?
Firefighters’ clothing
Oven Gloves
What is Geotextiles?
Material used in construction
What are 2 uses of Geotextiles?
Construction
Agriculture
