Incapsulated Fabric – Latest Generation of Intelligent Textile
USES OF TECHNOLOGY
Added Value, Interactive, Enhancing Traditional Textile.
MEDICAL APPLICATION
Drug treatment to patients, though clothing. E.g. Antimicrobical treatments.
SPORTSWEAR, UNDERWEAR & WORKWEAR
Eliminating bacteria from clothing to keep garments fresh and hygienic.
Block bacteria’s walls.
THERMO-CHROMIC & PHOTO-CHROMIC FABRICS
Changes colour in different light and temperature. E.g. Lingerie, swimwear.
MANTAINING BODY HEAT
E.g. encapsulating paraffin-based phase change material (PCM) in plastic shells.
WELLNESS
Health & Beauty : Aromatherapy (fragrances), Anti-bacterial (odour and hygiene), Repellent (from insects) and Medical (skin conditions).
Wellness Performances Fabrics : Engineered for comfort; Provides wearer added value (health & beauty in normal to extreme conditions)
Nanotechnology : High durability; Possibility of different textiles with different properties/ functions.
Value-added Textiles : High performances (+different than their natural behaviour) E.g. Cotton trousers repelling water, Polyester garment absorbing water; High cost-effectiveness (smart fabrics and interactive textiles); Replace traditional materials; Popular among end-users.