Explore the science behind smart materials, structure, properties, characteristics and functions of smart textiles through a wealth of examples drawn from the space, automotive, transport, medical and geo-textile industries. Learn how new technology and processes are combining with traditional textiles to create a new generation of smarter, more technical products than ever before.

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Introduction: Technical Textiles --(2:38) -- Carbon Fiber Composites in Airplanes -- (1:32) -- Carbon Fiber Thread -- (1:30) -- Weaving Process -- (3:14) -- Monocoque Disintegration -- (1:39) -- ExtensiveTesting -- (2:36) -- Smart Material QTC -- (2:49) -- QTC Soft Switches -- (3:37) -- Electroluminescent Textiles -- (2:27) -- Electro Luminescent Posters -- (2:29) -- EL Wallpaper -- (1:57) -- Credits: The Science of Smart Materials -- (0:30).