Leading US fashion brand, Ralph Lauren has launched a new fabric that has Intelligent Insulation properties. As per a Textile Today report, the temperature-responsive fabric adjusts to cooler temperatures by extending and forming a layer of insulation that will be worn by Team USA for the Winter Games Opening Ceremonies. The technology was launched in partnership with textile innovation company, Skyscrape. It will be launched at the Team USA’s Opening Ceremony Parade Uniform.
The Intelligent Insulation technology extends the lifespan and usage of apparel. It makes the apparel suitable for all three seasons, and for all indoor and outdoor conditions seamlessly.
The technology adapts to differences in air temperature around the wearer without the help of battery-powered or ‘wired’ technology. The material itself is comprised of two different materials that extend or contract at various rates in response to temperature differences.
