Advanced Textiles for Health and Well-Being- 9780500515877

Author: Marie O'Mahony

Format: Hardback | 240 pagess

Dimensions: 195 x 250 x 27.94mm | 1,020.58g

Publication date: 30 Nov 2011

From medical implants to spacesuits, advanced textiles have the potential to transform human habitats and transportation, protect the environment and support personal health and well-being. This book explores and celebrates the latest technological advances in fibres and fabrics, demonstrating their beauty and ingenuity, and showing how their exciting applications affect all aspects of our lives. Informative and inspirational, this is an essential resource for the design professional, fashion student, or anyone fascinated by cutting edge technologies and innovative textiles.