Temperature sensitive shape memory polymers for smart textile applications

Fabric Coated with Shape Memory Polyurethane and Its Properties

“…Comfort is a satisfying state of physical and emotional harmony between the human being and the environment atmosphere [1,2,3]. Water resistance and water vapor transmission (WVT) through textiles has a great effect on the thermo-physiological comfort of the human body.…”

‘Smart – not only intelligent!’Co-creating priorities and design direction for ‘smart’ footwear to support independent ageing.

“…Wearable electronics applications include rechargeable fabrics (Lee et al, 2013); smart phone controls with built-in microphones, speakers and keypads to receive telephone calls (Chan, Estève, Fourniols, Escriba, & Campo, 2012); heating systems for apparel (i.e. outerwear, gloves and footwear) (Hu & Mondal, 2006b;Mondal, 2008;Rantanen et al, 2000); technical safety lighting using high-brightness LEDs; GPS tracking components; heart rate and respiration sensors for fitness and performance monitoring (Chan et al, 2012;Solaz et al, 2006;Van Langenhove & Hertleer, 2004); heating systems for sport performance enhancement (Hu & Mondal, 2006a, 2006b; and wearable therapy devices (Cherenack & van Pieterson, 2012;Jones, 2015;Langenhove, 2007). Assistive technology-based solutions may include garments with health monitoring capabilities or built-in communications and safety features.…”

Polymer-Based Smart Coatings for Comfort in Clothing

“…the change in the environmental temperature), the most oft en reported research on their application in textiles is for thermoregulation, i.e. active comfort control [17]. SMPs can be incorporated in the form of fi lms in multilayer garments for protective clothing, sportswear or leisurewear.…”