What is it about?
This publication explores how advanced materials—like shear thickening fluids (which become thicker when force is applied) and nano-polymers—can be used to make textiles stronger, more flexible, and better at protecting the wearer. These smart materials are applied to fabrics to improve their performance in products like protective clothing, sportswear, and military gear. Our research explains how these materials work, how they can be added to fabrics, and what benefits they offer in real-life applications.
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Why is it important?
This work is unique because it combines the latest developments in shear thickening fluids (STFs) and nano-polymer technology with practical methods for applying them to textiles. While these materials have been studied separately, our research focuses on how they can work together to enhance fabric performance—especially for impact resistance, flexibility, and comfort. At a time when there is growing demand for smart and multifunctional textiles in safety, defense, and sports, our study provides a timely and practical guide for turning cutting-edge material science into real-world textile innovations.
Perspectives
Personally, this publication represents a meaningful step in my journey to connect advanced material science with real-world textile applications. I have always been fascinated by how smart materials like shear thickening fluids and nano-polymers can transform ordinary fabrics into high-performance textiles. Through this work, I wanted to explore not just the science, but also practical application methods that could be adopted by industry and research labs. I believe this approach can open up exciting possibilities in designing next-generation protective and functional clothing that is both innovative and accessible.
Dr Gurumurthy B Ramaiah
Federal TVET Institute/University, Ethiopia
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This page is a summary of: Shear Thickening Fluids, Nano-Polymer Materials and their Application Methods for Textile Substrates, Materials Science Forum, October 2022, Trans Tech Publications,
DOI: 10.4028/p-223rg7.
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