Glossary Flashcards
technical textile
products manufactured for non-aethestic purposes is primary criterion
Gore Tex
fabrics created by laminating gore tex membrane - seal them with a waterproof solution and breathable material
reflective textiles
use technology known as retro reflection occurs when list rays are returns in direction from where they came from
UV protective
fabrics treated with UV to enhance UV blocking capacity
combinations
modern textile products use fabrics with a combination of properties
interactive fabrics
incorporates electronics that are reactivated by power e.g. heated gloves
Smart fabrics
able to react to changes in environment without human intervention e.g. light and temp
thermo-chromic
- heat sensitive
- ability to change colour in response to temp
- e.g. child’s cot to see if they are at a correct temp
micro encapsulated
- fabrics that have a need
- e.g. socks that help reduce odour
photo luminescent
- glow in the dark
- absorb and store light
- some not safe for kids
absorbent fabrics
absorb moisture
biodegradable
can be broken down by bacteria
blended yarn
yarn made by 2 or more tips of fibres
bonded fabric
non-woven fabric made from fibres held together
fibre
thin hair like strand
microfibres
thin synthetic fibres
mixed fabric
more than 1 type of yarn
regenerated fibres
made form natural materials that are treated with chemicals to produce fibres
resist
something which prevents dye reaching parts of a fabric
staple fibre
short lengths of fibre
woven fabric
fabric made by interlacing 2 sets of yarn together
sustainable
used without causing permanent harm to world
yarn
thread made by twisting fibres together
synthetic
something that is man made
