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From chemistry to catwalk
The term "behind the scenes" takes on a whole new meaning when it comes to describing London Fashion Week (Sept 19-23), as fabrics get more high-tech and science becomes a key part of the business, reports CNN. [...] "London-based company Eleksen is pioneering an altogether new type of fabric. It sells products created out of a "sensory" fabric. Chief technical officer Nigel Gilhespy says the fabric is made of five layers of fabric, three of which are conductive, which means they create an electrical signal and perform a high-tech function. "It sounds futuristic but it has so much potential in so many areas. The fabric can detect moisture, which can let nurses know if a bed needs changing." Other uses include a toy that can tell whether it's being rocked or patted and it sleeps or burps accordingly. The company has also created controls for an MP3-player on the sleeve of a jacket and a soft keyboard, which can be connected to PDAs and cell phones. |
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