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Since smart fabrics are a newer technology, many people are not fully aware of their potential. Smart textiles provide an added benefit to the user beyond the typical value of the fabric and also They adapt to their environment.
Fabrics are a combination of fibers and polymers, natural and artificial, that are made by several different techniques, the most popular techniques are knitted or woven. Each of these fabric made for a different purpose, individualized for a particular climate or function. But since fabric is the foundation for so many products and more, it makes sense to see how its utility can be expanded.
for example, linen and cotton clothing are perfect for hot environments, because they are breathable and light. However, the allowance for airflow that keeps you cool creates a problem in colder temperatures. Going back and forth from hot to cold areas can be a nuisance when choosing what clothing to wear.
Functional textiles change that. They can adapt based on design structure or external stimuli. Imagine a fabric that can respond to a temperature change and make you feel comfortable. And, along with adopting new capabilities, smart fabrics create a more sustainable culture. With the ability to transform, less product is needed which produces less waste.
What Are Smart Textiles Used for?
Smart textiles generally belong to one of two main categories:
Aesthetic: Smart fabric has been breaking out in the fashion industry. Smart textiles can light up and change color, have an interactive element or shift with their environment. Fashion designers have already picked up on the new technology, creating entire lines out of smart materials. This category also encompasses decor and design elements.
Performance enhancement: If we want to focus beyond the fashion, Smart fabric based on their purpose can be adapt and give you a unique experience, this includes body temperature regulation, reducing wind and water resistance, guarding against radiation, minimizing the effects of space travel and even controlling the vibration of muscles.
Both categories of smart fabric serve their own purposes and work to solve current issues with industrial and fashionable materials.
What Industries Employ Smart Fabrics?
Smart fabric can be used in any industry, such as:
- Medicine
- Entertainment
- Fashion and footwear
- Sports and fitness
- Architecture
- Military
- Safety
- Transportation
