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sues nee * Eddie Bauer — Relaxed Fit and Classic Fit shirts, Performance Polos, Khakis, wrinkle-resistant shirts * Gap — Stressfee Khakis * Lee—LPK Double Pleat and Plain Front * LL Bean — Double L Chinos and Timberledge Pants * Nordstrom — Smartcare Pique Polos au oe ARC OUTDOORS — BROKEN ARROW * ArcticShield — this cold weather clothing is innovatively thin and unbelievably warm * X-System — Nano-silver eliminates source of body odor, making hunters nearly invisible to animals’ keen sense of smell * ARC is developing a line of hospital uniforms that will also be anit-microbial ee comrtate 2 PBB 200100 Nanotechnology is a young and growing field. An estimated two million skilled nanotechnology workers will be needed worldwide by the year 2015 — one million of them in the U.S. Graduates receive salary offers up to $55,000 annually with a two-year degree. Graduates with a baccalaureate degree can expect salary offers up to $65,000 per year. Students who choose to continue their education can expect salary offers of $100,000. ot | OKLAHOMA SCHOOLS OFFERING COURSES ¥ Oklahoma City Community College ¥ Oklahoma State University ¥ University of Oklahoma ¥ Tulsa Community College ¥ University of Tulsa NANOTECHNOLOGY IN CLOTHING AND TEXTILES Pw THE OKLAHOMA 20. List future applications of nanotechnology in textiles. 21. List expected salaries for skilled nanotechnology workers. 22. List Oklahoma schools offering courses in nanotechnology * Yocum activewear used Coolest Comfort technology from NanoTex to wick away moisture and keep the wearer feeling cool and dry. * Light exposure can be used to kill bacteria and viruses on face masks developed with nanotechnology. THE OKLAHOMA NANOTECHNOLOGY EDUCATION INITIATIVE * Japan Exlan offers a fiber called selfclear, which relies on nanoparticles of titanium oxide PPBB ve cx. NANOTECHNOLOGY | al | EDUCATION INITIATIVE FABRIC PROTECTORS * Stain resistant * Fade resistant © http://www.cmi- enterprises.com * Land’s End is one of the first companies to promote the use of the Nano-Tex Resists Static treatment in their fleece scarves, hats, and gloves. PES wm... WATER REPELLANT * New Balance Performance Outerwear integrated the Nano-Tex repels and releases stains treatment. THE OKLAHOMA * Nanotechnology changed the world of consumer textiles. Manufacturers have created stain-resistant and moisture-wicking fabrics by applying a chemical finish containing nanoparticles to cloth. PBB vox. Ocis EDUCATION INITIATIVE * Nanowhiskers allow fabric to breathe without changing how the fabric feels. * Circa V has a line of parkas, puffer coats, bomber jackets, and down vests that repel liquids. s+ enceren WRINKLE RESISTANCE * Nano titanium dioxide and nano-silica are used to improve the wrinkle resistance of cotton and silk. PBB 2 oc 0100 NANOTECHNOLOGY Bcia EDUCATION INITIATIVE SAFETY TIES * Can your 100 percent silk necktie do this? * Water just beads right up on Safety Ties made of 100 percent silk. ot | Ocis EDUCATION INITIATIVE ATHLETIC APPAREL * New Balance created the Skye Crop sports bra that uses nano channel yarn as part of its Lightning Dry Extreme Liner. » Electrospinning — uses an electrical charge to spin fibers into a nonwoven pattern >» Polymer - is a large molecule (macromolecule) composed of repeating structural units; encompasses a large class of natural and synthetic materials with a wide variety of properties. hto://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polymer THE OKLAHOMA Military uses socks that can be worn for two weeks between washing Military has invested in fabrics reinforced with nanofibers for high performance, lightweight tents, and awnings that can better endure heavy wear and tear THE OKLAHOMA POS ce, RE-CABLING FASHION * Implanting smell technology into multi- sensorial clothing. Making clothing and accessories that detect and monitor pollutants or change your mood. PBB vox. INKMAX * This company developed nano-fine adhesive polymers, 70 nanometers thick, that are found on cotton fabric. This allows ink jet printing with no water. Y Self-ironing suits use nanomaterials that respond to heat. ¥ Bioreactive plastic coatings protect the wearer against biological and chemical attacks. Y Military uniforms change colors on command to camouflage the wearer. PBB 2: 0c.100 NANOTECHNOLOGY BOB econ 7. List new fibers in nanotechnology. 8. Name characteristics of impact resistance. 9. Give examples of athletic apparel that uses nanotechnology. 10.List characteristics of fabric protectors. 11.Describe re-cabling fashion. 12.Discuss anti-pollen fabrics. THE OKLAHOMA POS ce, SURFACE MODIFICATION * Nanotechnology is used to impart unique properties to fibers and fabrics. Applications include water and stain repellency, wrinkle resistance, and flame retardation. * Greenyarn sells socks made of bamboo charcoal fiber. * Toasty Feet shoe liners by Polar Wrap are made of highly insulating aero gels that prevent feet from getting cold in the winter weather. PPB 2x10 BB ks. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 197 Describe anti-static textiles. Discuss water-repellant fabrics. List characteristics of UV-protective textiles. List characteristics of wrinkle resistance fabrics. Describe how swimwear uses nanotechnology. Discuss footwear and nanotechnology. 7. coreriech oS: KEY TERMS > MEMS - three-dimensional objects that perform a mechanical function, whose dimensions are between 1 to 100 micrometers » Nanoparticle — a particle of material at the nanoscale >» Nanotechnology — a material or structure purposefully manufactured with dimensions between 1 and 100 nanometers to leverage the unique properties it has at that size comertech oS: THE OKLAHOMA YTECHNOLOGY ATION INITIATIVE ? a8 * Hunting clothes use nanotechnology to cover scent comertech 2 BB em ANTI-BACTERIAL * Silver nanoparticles and titanium dioxide are being added to fibers to provide deodorizing, anti-bacterial, and soil- resistant properties & comertech ~ PBB 2 ox01001 B grrreen UNIT OBJECTIVES . Describe the history of nanotechnology in textiles. . Why nanotechnology in textiles? . Discuss fabrication of nanofibers. . List properties of surface modification. . Describe nanoparticle composite fibers. . List military uses for nanotechnology. ae Corveriech oS: NANOTECHNOLOGY EDUCATION INITIATIVE PPB 2x10 WHY NANOTECHNOLOGY? Emotional clothing Odor free clothing Stain repellant clothing Clothing that changes colors UV protection in clothing from zinc-oxide nano-particles Clothing to prevent colds and the flu Clothing that does not need to be washed comertech o: PBB 2c oxv10 BB ks. pA, * Sandproof by Toray CNA am Industries is a fabric ae oa that prevents sand from eRe wT a = sticking to swimwear ; ; Speedo LZR swimsuit uses cold plasma ae technology to repel water He : ot | Ocis EDUCATION INITIATIVE NANOPARTICLE COMPOSITE FIBERS * Silver particles and carbon nanotubes are used to create antimicrobial fibers that strengthen electrical conductivity. THE OKLAHOMA NANOTECHNOLOGY EDUCATION INITIATIVE IMPACT RESISTANCE Armored Clothing * “Liquid Armor” (shear thickening fluid) — its nanoparticle based coating material allows fabric to remain flexible, nife & Bulle! Resistant Suits and Coats but upon impact vs becomes hard. Used for body armor vests, helmets, and gloves. _& corertech $B te 0KrH10m, EB tovcsnosisimxtive UV-PROTECTION ¢ UV blocking treatment for cotton fabrics was developed using the sol-gel method. A thin layer of titanium dioxide is formed on the surface of the treated cotton fabric which provides excellent UV-protection. a Careriech & PD ee TORAY INDUSTRIES * Avariety of fabric treatments can be offered by using a nanoscale processing technique called NanoMatrix. Example: Tapguard is used for uniforms in the food industry because it resists soil and repels oil and water. PBB vox. Ocis EDUCATION INITIATIVE * Toray Industries has a fabric that relies on nanotechnology to make them anti-pollen which means pollen grains cannot stick to them. PD oe BOB econ SMART TEXTILES > 1980s — clothing that changed colors; pink when cool; blue when warm > 1990s — swimmers body suit to streamline swimmers movement and reduce water on the swimmers back > 2000+ - electronics embedded within clothing; the cooling jacket which prevents shivering; clothing to monitor heat rate e corertech oS: ot | NANO-TEX (FIBER TREATMENTS) » Coolest Comfort — moisture drawn from the skin helps body temperature balance » Resist Spills — liquid beads up and simply rolls off fabric or easily wipes off >» Repels and Releases Stains — liquids roll of and stains wash out easily » Resist Static — eliminates static in synthetic fabrics oS: ¢ The TioTio air catalyst from Sunward Shokai provides yarn with a deodorizing, antibacterial treatment and relies on the use of titanium oxide. » Nanosphere — a round particle with nanoscale proportions > Nanowhiskers - are ten nanometers long, made out of carbon, and designed to be flexible tutor estore reo /RNSA/Narowka bn >» Nanofiber - are defined as fibers with diameters less than 1000 nm nanometers. They can be produced by interfacial polymerization and electrospinning http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nanofiber MP conartaah PBS om FABRICATION OF NANOFIBERS ‘(e ot ~ Fibers with diameters of several hundred nanometers or less Nanofibers fabrication is electrospinning Fibers are absorbent, breathable, and/or water- repellent * d30 has a product made of “intelligent molecules” that are incorporated in sports gear. It is a thin, flexible sheet like bubble wrap. Viscose fluid and polymer lock upon impact creating a rigid pad. ot | NEW FIBERS * Greenyarn based on nano-particles of bamboo charcoal has antimicrobial with deodorizing properties. * Japan Wool Textile Nikke Miracle products include: -Wel Warm which has moisture-absorbing and heat- generating properties. -Bambool which combines wool and bamboo fibers so that they are antibacterial, deodorizing, and moisture- bsorbent. _ @coolTwist,a deodorizing wool and yarn infused withg: Eg ' . . Nenoteennolocy has been used in the textile industry ever since humans began dyeing fibers and fabrics to impart color. This dates dates back to 2600 B.C. in China. * Chemists surface chemistries to color textiles, and to impart many different properties to fibers and fabrics. * Today, a nanotechnology spin is often used to market textiles, which have been coated or dyed, to the consumer. corertech ot | FUTURE APPLICATIONS v Ananocoating that could possibly have the ability to self heal ¥ Textile surfaces which can remove surface scratches and scuff marks; repel insects; and decolorize red wine spills are under development ¥ Nanotechnology is being used to develop “sensorized” garments with the ability to monitor body temperature and vital signs comertech oS:

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