Unit 1 New and emerging technologies Flashcards
1
Q
What is technology push?
A
Technology push is new technology that is often pushed onto the market and driven by research
2
Q
What is market pull?
A
Market pull is customer driven, pressure causes manufacturers to continuously develop new products or add functionality to existing products
3
Q
Why is spider silk an emerging material?
A
Spider silk has greater tensile strength than steel although it is lightweight.
It is perfect for nightwear as it is breathable.
