Modern Materials Flashcards
Advantages of microfibres
Lightweight
Warm
Soft
What are microfibres
Man-made fine fibres
What is microfibres used for
T shirts
What are Laminated fibres
Weatherproof fabric
What are breathable fabrics
Fast Drying material
What are Breathable fabrics used for
Sports wear
What are micro-encapsulated fibres
Fabric that can give off an aroma
Repels insects
What is micro-encapsulated fibres used for
For bedding and underwear
What is phase changing fabric
Changes colour when too hot or too cold
What is phase changing fabric used for
Ski wear
What is biomimetic products
Mimics shark skin
What are heat sensitive (thermochromic) fabrics
Fabric that changes colour when hot or cold
What are fun t shirts
Thermochromic t shirts
What are uv reactive or photochromic
Changes colour when in sunlight
What does Interactive fabric do
React to signals from electricity to heat pressure and Change shape and colour
