Hand and eye

Picture2OCAD students redesigning the motion capture suits used both hand drawing and digital tools, acknowledging that in a digital age both skills are needed. For Ubisoft, the initiative was an opportunity not only to find a solution, but also to see the capabilities of students whose skill set includes games as well as wearable technology. For the students, they now have some experience working on real-life projects and problems.

Special (fabric) effects

February 1, 2017  |  Advanced Textiles, Markets

Ubisoft and OCAD University students worked together to advance the technology of the motion capture suit. Ubisoft, a leading creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and services, is behind some of the world’s most recognizable game brands, including Assassin’s Creed, Tom…
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Better chemistry, better products

February 1, 2017  |  Advanced Textiles, Markets

Sustainability in textile development and manufacturing is an ongoing conversation, much of it revolving around processes that conserve energy, water and natural resources. Beyond manufacturing processes, however, sustainability issues are driving true technical innovation, resulting in new products…
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Self-cleaning textiles embrace sustainability

January 10, 2017  |  Advanced Textiles, Markets

Self-cleaning textiles and coatings are making inroads in a variety of industries including those related to medical, architectural and fashion endeavors. Using hydrophilic and photocatalytic properties, self-cleaning textile technology allows fabrics to be cleaned simply by water without using clea…
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Knowing what you need

January 1, 2017  |  Advanced Textiles, Markets

Examining antimicrobial and omni-repellency performance. Textile testing was front and center at IFAI’s Advanced Textiles Conference and on the IFAI Expo 2016 show floor in Charlotte, N.C. Testing to be assured that a product will perform as expected is an important step in the development of any …
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Biomimetics and biotextiles

December 1, 2016  |  Advanced Textiles, Markets

Imitating nature offers sustainable choices in new textiles. Nature provides the inspiration for many innovations in business, including in the field of textiles. Some efforts, however, are quite specific in imitating nature. In fact, an entire field of science has blossomed under the name “biomim…
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Military complexities

November 1, 2016  |  Advanced Textiles, Markets

Smart materials mean lighter and more comfortable gear—and more flexible procurement policies. The nature of military warfare has undergone a seismic change over the past twenty years. Theaters of engagement are now more diverse and complex, demanding more of military personnel than ever before. T…
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The growing ground for durable nonwovens

October 11, 2016  |  Advanced Textiles, Markets

David Nelson was devoted to nonwoven technology at 3M when the Minnesota-based corporate powerhouse became a charter member of The Nonwovens Institute, which launched in 2007 at North Carolina State University. Nelson served on the institute’s industrial advisory board for six years, three years a…
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New materials take portable structures to another level

October 1, 2016  |  Advanced Textiles, Markets

For Harry Osborne, creative lead at “brand experience agency” SET Live, headquartered in London, the graphic applications and collection of temporary structures throughout the “Google on the Beach 2015” (GoB) event were an exercise in balance. “A balance between getting the most from Antho…
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Advanced textiles in Russia

October 1, 2016  |  Advanced Textiles, Markets

Government invests $300 million to expand applications in the defense, aerospace and geosynthetic industries. The Russian government plans to invest up to $300 million USD in 2016 and 2017 toward developing the technical textiles industry, according to recent statements by Denis Manturov, Russia’s…
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Applications for durable nonwovens

September 19, 2016  |  Advanced Textiles, Markets

Nonwovens may be best known for their role in disposable products; but, with advances in technology, these engineered fabrics are reaching further into markets where traditional textiles have been used. Ulrich Hornfeck, board member and chief commercial officer at Sandler AG, offers examples from th…
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