C change is a waterproof and windproof temperature adaptive material developed and produced by Schoeller Textiles.
The material contains a membrane layer which is set to a predetermined temperature range. Once the climate inside the garment warms (due to physical exertion or higher ambient temperatures), the polymer membrane structure opens up to allow
water vapour to escape through the membrane. As the temperature falls, the membrane closes to its original structure, preserving body heat. This is inspired by pine cones which open and close in response to changes in ambient temperature,
and can be regarded as an example of
biomimicry
Biomimetics or biomimicry is the emulation of the models, systems, and elements of nature for the purpose of solving complex human problems. The terms "biomimetics" and "biomimicry" are derived from grc, βίος (''bios''), life, and μίμησ ...
.
The fabric won the 2006
Frost & Sullivan Award for Product Innovation of the Year.
References
External links
Schoeller textiles home page
Technical fabrics
Brand name materials
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