modern/smart Flashcards
1
Q
what are smart materials?
A
react to external stimuli without human intervention
used to moniter bodily functions
maintain personal micro climate (outlast)
chromatic properties
shape memory (corpo nove)
self cleaning e.g. nano tech
2
Q
modern matirials
A
phase changing
constantly being developed and improved:
micro encapulated fibres containing various chemicals
3
Q
modern matirials examples
A
gore-tex: waterbroof, breathable, lightweight
all weather use
phosphoresence: glow in the dark