Technical textiles

Design and technology

A race driver's suit must resist ignition for how long?

Which materiel would make the strongest and lightest motorbike helmet?

Composite materials can be made resistant to corrosion.

Composite materials can be made to have strong stiff fibres.

Panels and parts could be 20-50% lighter than using metal.

They can mould parts precisely, thereby minimising material waste.

What are the benefits for aerospace using composite materials?

Which material is known to be bulletproof?

Which of the following standard components can be made using wood, plastic and metal? (Tick 3 boxes)