Mariposa
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Done 
Which board? For AQA you need to demonstrate development for 32 marks. I would suggest you look at things like linings ( silver for heat reflection and absorption and infection), straps, coatings and in general SMART materials. A good idea might be those little electronic lights that you can sew in( ok horses and lights no way but mention this as they could solve a problem for owners in a dark stable but a rolling horse and lights. )
Development , masta used to do a rug which zipped down and you could wash in pieces.
Done your survey, good luck with it.
I teach food tech but am also textiles trained.