Modern, Smart and E-Textiles

__________ textiles are those developed for a specific function, using the latest technological advances but don’t change during wear or use. In other words, not naturally occurring changes. Modern textiles are altered to preform a particular function.

_________ are fabric developed with electronics in it to enable conductivity and the use of various technologies. Electronic textiles may be embedded with sensors, batteries, LEDS and hands free computing devices depending on the fabrics purpose.

_____ textiles react to the environment. These materials are reactive, their properties can be changed by exposure to stimulation. For example, moisture, temperature, magnetic fields etc. These fabrics are called smart because the fibres can sense conditions in their environment and respond to these conditions without any human intervention.

Is it Smart textile, Modern textile or E-Textile?

NOMEX – HEAT & FLAME RESISTANCE

• MODERN

• Smart

• E-Textile

Is it Smart textile, Modern textile or E-Textile?

THERMOCHROMIC – HEAT REACTIVE

• Modern

• Smart

• E-textile

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Which ones are Smart Textiles?

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Which ones are Modern Textiles?

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