Textiles: the next generation

New technology and processes are combining with traditional textiles to create a new generation of smarter, more technical products than ever before. Filmed with some of the world's most innovative textile companies, this programme explores the properties, characteristics and functions of these new materials and shows how they are being used to revolutionise the world around us.  Case studies include: geo-textiles, medical textiles, QTC, carbon fibre and interior design.

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Subject(s)Design and technology, Textiles and Fashion
Age14-16
Published2008
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Shelf reference677.0283 TEX
Direct URLhttps://www.stem.org.uk/x8fr8

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