Archive: August 2024
Smart mask monitors breath for signs of health
US medical engineers at the California Institute of Technology have developed a smart mask that can monitor a range of medical conditions, including respiratory ailments,…
New healthcare fabric launched at HCD
Trelleborg Engineered Coated Fabrics, a producer of polymer-coated fabrics, will launch a new fabric from its Dartex Endurance range for healthcare seating at the Healthcare…
Imitation leather from industrial hemp for vehicle interiors
A bio-based surface material for automotive interiors made from industrial hemp is being developed and tested for possible use in Volkswagen vehicles from 2028 onward.
Bio-based cooling technology for denim launched in Thailand
HeiQ Materials in collaboration with Thailand-based tech apparel brand GQ Apparel have introduced an advanced cooling solution for denim in Thailand.
‘Thai Fabrics Are Fun to Wear’ design contest launched
Thailand’s Ministry of Interior has launched the “Thai Fabrics Are Fun to Wear” design competition, which is aimed at developing the skills of local designers…
PA 6.6 recycling facility to be built in Southeast Asia
Israel-headquartered polyamide producer Nilit and Australian recycling company Samsara Eco have announced plans to explore the construction of a world-first PA 6.
ASEAN traditional textiles on display at Universiti Teknologi Brunei
Traditional textiles from ASEAN countries and Timor-Leste, including Brunei’s Kain Tenunan, were on show last month at the ASEAN Traditional Textile Exhibition at the Universiti…
‘Sound shirts’ to become permanent fixture at football stadium
English football club Newcastle United has announced that haptic shirt technology, which enhances the matchday experience for fans with hearing loss, will be available at…
Partnership to recycle flame-resistant workwear in Malaysia
Canada-headquartered General Recycled is partnering with Kuala Lumpur-based workwear supplier Doite to establish a closed-loop recycling programme for flame-resistant workwear garments in Malaysia and the…
Scalable woven actuators offer new possibilities
Researchers in China have introduced a new textile engineering approach to fabricate woven and soft actuators for healthcare technologies and robotic systems.
Škoda Elroq takes sustainable interior materials to the next level
The new Škoda Elroq brings a fresh perspective to sustainable automotive design with its innovative use of interior materials such as Recytitan and Technofil.
Bulgarian designer turning fashion ideas upside down
Bulgarian designer Paulina Tsvetanova initially created a concept store for vintage fashion, and her designs have now appeared on the catwalks in New York, Paris,…
Tesla unveils textile interior for Model 3 RWD in Mexico
Tesla has launched a new interior option for its Model 3 RWD exclusively in the Mexican market.
Plans to increase exports of Kazakh textiles and clothing
Kazakhstan plans to increase exports of its textiles and clothing, despite small volumes of supplies to domestic market.
Stockmann could re-open former Hugo Boss stores in Russia
Russian textile and clothing retailer Stockmann could re-open the former stores of Hugo Boss after the closure of the deal for the acquisition of Hugo…
Smart fabric's potential for energy harvesting and health monitoring
Researchers at the University of Waterloo in Canada have developed a new smart fabric that can convert body heat and solar energy into electricity, potentially…