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A Purdue University industrial engineering graduate has developed a technology for determining when a driver is drowsy.
New design for economy aircraft seating will make it easier to sleep
A new aircraft seat design comes with “padded wings” that fold out from behind both sides of the seat back, allowing additional privacy and a cushioned spot to rest heads for sleep for economy passengers.
Trivantage launches curated marine upholstery collection
Trivantage, a provider of fabrics, hardware and accessories, has launched the Marine Upholstery Collection, a curated range of fabric options for marine upholstery projects.
Estonian start-up wins Green Alley Award for eco-friendly textile alternative to leather
Estonian materials start-up Gelatex Technologies has received the 2019 Green Alley Award. The company’s gelatine-based eco-friendly textile alternative to leather beat competition from five other start-ups in the circular economy during a live-pitch event in October in Berlin, Germany.
Freudenberg acquires Slovenian nonwovens producer
Global technology group Freudenberg is to acquire a producer of needlepunch nonwovens and laminated materials with a focus on the automotive and construction industry.
First Dornbirn fibre conference announced for Asia
The Austrian Fibers Institute in co-operation with the Korean Textile Federation and the Dyetec Institute have announced they will organise the first Dornbirn Global Fiber Conference for the Asian market.
Recycled fabric for new Renault subcompact vehicle
Renault has co-developed a fabric made from 100% recycled materials for the new Zoé.
Quiet and clean mobility solutions
Porcher Industries showcased its range of high-performance thermal and acoustical insulation products at last month’s Annual Automotive Exhaust Systems Summit held in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Ford developing 3D knitted car seat covers
Automotive giant Ford Motor is introducing new cutting-edge technology to produce seamless seat covers using three-dimensional or flat knitting technology.
Infrared helps fit carpets in classic cars
A fast response, medium-wave infrared system from Heraeus Noblelight is helping in the creation of tailor-made carpets for refurbished classic cars at the Worcestershire, UK, workshop of Custom Car Carpets.
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