EMERGING TRENDS IN ADAPTABLE TECHNICAL TEXTILE TECHNOLOGIES: OVERVIEW

GARMENT TECHNOLOGY -TECHNICAL TEXTILE

Colour-adaptive clothing refers to garments that change colour in response to environmental stimuli. These garments incorporate advanced fibre coatings with unique optical, magnetic, and electrical properties, which are being extensively researched for both military and commercial applications. Among the most promising innovations are chameleon-like, colour-responsive fibre systems, expected to see widespread use in the near future. These smart materials are used in a variety of products, including sportswear, military uniforms, fashion garments, cosmetics, umbrellas, and even medical equipment. Colour-adaptive textiles respond autonomously to changes in environmental conditions such as temperature, light, pH levels, and electrical or magnetic fields. One of the most widely used technologies in this field involves thermochromic dyes. To date, twenty thermochromic dyes have been developed, many of which use crystal violet lactone as the primary colour-forming compound, with the colour intensity and responsiveness varying based on dye concentration and formulation.

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