Shape Memory Textile Centre

The world first "Shape Memory Textile Centre" is funded by the Innovation and Technology Fund (ITF), the Hong Kong Government with $8 millions under the strong support of leading companies including Bondex International Ltd, Hong Kong Hi-Tec Enterprises, Lai Tak Holdings Limited and TAL Apparel Ltd. Including other sources, the centre has secured around 14 millions in developing smart textiles, namely, shape memory textiles that can recover to their original shapes when washed in hot water. The tailor-made shape memory polymers can be used for textile finishing, fiber and film making, which offer great opportunities for smart products and have significant impact on the textile/garment and other industries.