Velcro is a trademark used to describe a common hook-shaped nylon strap with the slogan "hook it, pull it open" and is commonly used on clothing, shoes, backpacks, gloves and other supplies. . It is pronounced: /?v?l.kro?/, with an accent similar to "Vilkro?"

Applications of Velcro:

1. Velcro was originally invented by Swiss inventor Georges de Mestral in the 1940s. His inspiration came when he was hiking in the mountains and found himself completely covered in hook-like plant seeds that clung to his clothes and the hair of his pet dog. This way of adhesion inspired him to invent Velcro.

2. Velcro is made of two parts: a small hook-shaped material and a flannel-like elastic material. When the two materials are squeezed together, the hook-shaped material can attach to the fibers and can be used repeatedly without damaging the material, which is very convenient. Because Velcro is so easy to use, it has become a standard element in many industries and is widely used.

3. Not only in the clothing and shoe industry, Velcro is also widely used in the medical industry and military fields. In the medical field, Velcro can be used for bandages and fixing medical devices; in the military field, Velcro can be used for fixing military clothing and accessories and for weapon maintenance. In addition, due to its waterproof and anti-corrosion properties, Velcro is also widely used in aerospace, electronic equipment, automobile manufacturing and construction industries.

4. Velcro is also widely used in the manufacture of sporting goods, such as sports shoes, gloves, wristbands, etc., and its strong characteristics also make it an ideal component of fitness equipment. Because Velcro material has good flexibility and good stickiness, it is suitable for use in various situations, and it does not cause harm to the human body.

Understand the various types of buckle options other than Velcro

1. Hook and loop is a type of Velcro. It is softer, lighter and more flexible than Velcro. More customization is possible. Appropriate Velcro materials can be selected according to different uses and needs to cope with various complex environments and application scenarios.

2. Another buckle commonly used in clothing manufacturing is the snap. The buckle consists of two parts: a round head with a small hook and a bottom with a slot in which the round head locks when they are brought close to each other. The buckles are sturdier than Velcro and can better support heavier items.

3. There are also some more advanced buckles, such as magnetic buckles and zippers, which have higher advantages than Velcro in terms of customization, precision and design.