Will Smart Bras and Garments Save British Textiles?

The video discusses the rise of smart fabrics, highlighting Nottingham Trent University's role in integrating electronics into textiles. These innovations have applications in healthcare and the military, with significant market potential. However, challenges like industry standards and data security remain. The technology is drawing manufacturing back to the UK, with a focus on bridging electronics and textiles for mass-market smart garments.

What is the main driver behind the potential second industrial revolution mentioned in the video?

• Outsourcing to Asia

• Smart fabrics

• Traditional textiles

• Mobile phone technology

Which university is leading the research in integrating electronic components into textiles?

• Oxford University

• Cambridge University

• Nottingham Trent University

• Harvard University

What are some of the applications of smart fabrics mentioned in the video?

• Space exploration

• Fashion design

• Healthcare and military

• Automobile manufacturing

What is one of the major challenges facing the smart fabric industry?

• Lack of consumer interest

• High production costs

• Limited applications

• Industry standards and data security

What impact has the development of smart fabrics had on manufacturing in Britain?

• Return of some manufacturing

• Decline in textile industry

• No significant impact

• Increased outsourcing