Modern, Composite And Technical Textiles Flashcards
State all the modern materials.
Graphene
Metal foam
Liquid crystal display
Coated metals
Nano materials
Titanium
What is graphene?
Graphene is a single layer of carbon atoms tightly bound in a hexagonal lattice.
What are the properties of graphene?
- extremely lightweight
- strong
- Conducts heat and electricity
What are metal foams?
Metal foams are cellular structures made from metal containing gas filled pores.
What are the properties of metal foam?
- strong
- resist deformation
- can be made into complex geometrical forms.
- good heat resistance and sound absorbing qualities.
What are the properties of coated metals?
- durable
- reduced wear and tear.
What are some examples of coated metals?
Galvanised steel
Teflon
Anodising
Dip coating
Painting
What are nano materials?
Nanomaterials are materials or substances made at a very small scale.
What are nano materials being used in and for what reason?
These materials are being used in electronics and the world of medicine to make textiles resistant to bacteria and extremely hydrophobic and neutralise bad odours.
What are the properties of liquid crystal display?
- Screens can be very small and lightweight
- Bespoke monochrome layouts can be achieved
- They have very low power consumption
What form is titanium used in?
It is used in the form of an alloy.
What are the properties of titanium?
- High strength to density ratio.
- Excellent resistance to corrosion.
What is a composite material?
A material that combines the properties of two or more materials.
What are all the composite materials?
- Glass reinforced plastic (GRP)
- Carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CRP)
What is glass reinforce plastic (GRP)?
Stands of glass mixed with polyester Resin
What are the properties of Glass reinforced plastic(GRP)?
- A strong mouldable material
- Tough and waterproof
What is carbon fibre reinforced plastic?
Carbon fibre mixed with a polyester resin.
What are the properties of carbon fibre reinforced plastic?
Lightweight and very strong.
State all of the technical textiles.
- Gore-Tex
- Kevlar
- Protective clothing
- Microfibres
- Fire resistant fabric
- Conductive fabrics
What is gore - tex?
Gore-Tex is a special fabric membrane is waterproof yet breathable
What are the properties of gore-tex?
- Highly durable and breathable
- Waterproof
- Windproof
What is kevlar made out of?
Plastic synthetic fibre
What are the properties of kevlar?
- High Tensile Strength
- Flexible and Lightweight
- Can withstand extreme temperatures
What are protective clothing used in?
- sports
- medical
- hazardous and industrial environments
