Intelligent textiles and clothing

Hardback  528 pages  ISBN 1845690052      £150.00

• reviews phase change materials and their role in clothing
• discusses shape memory materials and their applications
• looks at specialist clothing including protective, sports and outdoor wear and medical textiles.

The use of intelligent textiles in clothing is an exciting new field with wide-ranging applications. Intelligent textiles and clothing summarises some of the main types of intelligent textiles and their uses.

Part one of the book reviews phase change materials (PCM), their role in such areas as thermal regulation and ways they can be integrated into outdoor and other types of clothing. The second part of the book discusses shape memory materials (SMM) and their applications in medical textiles, clothing and composite materials. Part three deals with chromic (colour change) and conductive materials and their use in such areas as sensors within clothing. The final part of the book looks at current and potential applications, including work wear and medical applications.

With its distinguished editor and international team of contributors, Intelligent textiles and clothing is an essential guide for textile manufacturers in such areas as specialist clothing (for example, protective, sports and outdoor clothing) as well as medical textiles.

Contents

• Intelligent textiles and clothing € a part of our intelligent ambience H Mattila, Tampere University of Technology, Finland Introduction. Intelligent systems. Applications.
• Methods and models for intelligent garment design M Uotila, O Hänninen and H Mattila, Tampere University of Technology, Finland. Introduction. Background context. The underpinnings of interdisciplinarity. Scientific practices and research strategies for intelligent garments. Conclusions. References.

PART 1 PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL

• Introduction to phase change materials M Mäkinen, Tampere University of Technology, Finland Introduction. Heat balance and thermo-physiological comfort. Phase change technology. PCM in textiles. Future prospects of PCM in textiles and clothing. References.
• Intelligent textiles with PCMs W Bendkowska, Instytut Wlokiennictwa, Textile Research Institute, Poland Introduction. Basic information of phase change materials. Phase change properties of linear alkyl hydrocarbons. Textiles containing PCM. Measurement of thermoregulating properties of fabrics with microPCMs. Summary. Acknowledgements. References.
• The use of phase change materials in outdoor clothing E A McCullough and H Shim, Kansas State University, USA Introduction. Methodology. Results. Conclusions. Implications and recommendations. References.

PART 2 SHAPE MEMORY MATERIALS

• Introduction to shape memory materials M Honkala, Tampere University of Technology, Finland Overview. Shape memory alloys. Shape memory ceramics. Magnetic shape memory materials. Shape memory polymers and gels. Future prospects of shape memory materials. References.
• Temperature sensitive shape memory polymers for smart textile applications J Hu and S Mondal, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong Introduction. A concept of smart materials. Shape memory polymer and smart materials. Some examples of shape memory polymer for textile applications. Potential use of shape memory polymer in smart textile. General field of application. Challenges and opportunities. Acknowledgement. References.
• Development of shape memory alloy fabrics for composite structures F Boussu, GEMTEX and J-L Petitniot, ONERA, France Introduction. Definition and description of shape memory alloys. Interesting properties of shape memory alloys. Different kind of alloys. Different kind of applications of shape memory alloys. Conclusion. Future trends. Internet links. References.
• Study of shape memory polymer films for breathable textiles J Hu and S Mondal, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong Introduction. Breathability and clothing comfort. Breathable fabrics. Water vapor permeability (WVP) through shape memory polyurethane. Future trends. Acknowledgement. References.
• Engineering textile and clothing aesthetics using shape changing materials G K Stylios, Heriot-Watt University, UK Introduction. Innovative design concepts in textiles and clothing. The principles of shape changing materials and their end-uses. Technical requirements for shape changing textiles and clothing. Engineering textile and clothing aesthetics with shape memory materials. Aesthetic interactive applications of shape changing smart textiles. SMART built environment; SMART ambience and the future the concept of mood changing textiles. Summary. Acknowledgement. References.

PART 3 CHROMIC AND CONDUCTIVE MATERIALS

• Introduction to chromic materials P Talvenmaa, Tampere University of Technology, Finland Introduction. Photochromic materials. Thermochromic materials. Colour changing inks. Electrochromic materials. Conclusion. References.
• Solar textiles: production and distribution of electricity coming from solar radiation. Applications R R Mather and J Wilson, Heriot-Watt University, UK Introduction. Background. Solar cells. Textiles as substrates. Technological specifications. Challenges to be met. Suitable textile constructions. Conductive layers for PVs. Future trends. Sources of further information. References.
• Introduction to conductive materials A Harlin, Technical Research Centre of Finland and M Ferenets, Tampere University of Technology, Finland Electric conductivity. Metal conductors. Ionic conductors. Inherently conducting polymers. Application technologies for conducting fibre materials. Future trends in conductive materials. References.
• Formation of electrical circuits in textile structures T K Ghosh, A Dhawan and J F Muth, North Carolina State University, USA. Introduction. Development of textile-based circuits. Fabrication processes. Materials used. Characterization. Applications. Potential for the Future. Bibliography.
• Stability enhancement of polypyrrole coated textiles Mei-yi, Sarah Leung, Joanna Tsang, Xiao-ming Tao, Chun-wah Marcus Yuen, Yang Li, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong Introduction. Conductivity changes of polypyrrole films on textiles. Stabilisation of the Ppy. Experimental results of stability enhancement. Conclusion. Acknowledgement. References.
• Electrical, morphological and electromechanical properties of conductive polymers fibres (yarns) B Kim and V Koncar, ENSAIT-GEMTEX laboratory and C Dufour, Institute IEMN, France Introduction. Preparation of conductive fibres-overview. Experimental. Results and discussion. Applications: prototype. Conclusion. Acknowledgements. References.
• Multipurpose textile based sensors C Cochrane, B Kim and V Koncar, ENSAIT-GEMTEX Laboratory, Roubaix and C Dufour, Institute IEMN, Villeneuve d€Ascq, France Introduction. Conductive polymer textile sensors. Conductive polymer composites (CPCs) textile sensors. Perspective. References.
• Textile micro system technology U Möhring, A Neudeck and W Scheibner, TITV Greiz, Textile Research Institut Thuringia-Vogtland, Germany Textile micro system technology. Textiles are inherent microstructures. Goal of the application of compliant textile structures. First attempt: textile electronic circuit technology based on copper wires in a lattice structure with interconnections and interruptions. Galvanic modification of yarns. Light effects based on textiles with electrically conductive microstructure. Textile-based compliant mechanisms in micro-engineering and biomechatronics. References and sources of further information.

PART 4 APPLICATIONS

• WearCare € Usability of intelligent materials in work wear H Mattila, P Talvenmaa and M Mäkinen, Tampere University of Technology, Finland Introduction. Objectives. Methodology. Textile materials. Electronics. Usability testing. Conclusions. References.
• Intelligent textiles for medical and monitoring applications J S Solaz, J M Belda-Lois, A C García, R Barberà, J V Durá, J A Gómez, C Soler and J Prat, Instituto de Biomecánica de Valencia, Spain Introduction. Importance of intelligent textiles for healthcare. Potential applications of intelligent textiles. From medical needs to technological solutions. Summary and future trends. Acknowledgements. References.
• Context aware textiles for wearable health assistants T Kirstein, G Tröster, I Locher and C Küng, Wearable Computing Lab, ETH Zurich, Switzerland Introduction. Vision of wearable health assistant. Approach. Electronic textile technology. Context recognition technology. Wearable components. Applications. Outlook. Acknowledgment. References.
• Intelligent garments in prehospital emergency care N Lintu, M Mattila and O Hänninen, University of Kuopio, Finland Introduction. Different cases and situations. Ambience. Vital functions. Monitoring of vital functions. Selection of monitoring methods. Interpretation of monitored parameters. Telemedicine. Negative effects of transportation on vital parameters. Patient chart. Data security. Day surgery. Protective covering. An integrated monitoring of vital functions. Mobile isolation. Optimal smart solution for prehospital emergency care. Conclusions. References.
• Intelligent textiles for children C Hertleer and L Van Langenhove, Ghent University and R Puers, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium Introduction. State of the art. The intellitex suit. Future trends. Acknowledgements. References.
• Wearable biofeedback systems B J Munro, University of Wollongong and Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Textile and Fibre Technology, J R Steele, T E Campbell and G G Wallace, University of Wollongong, Australia Introduction. Is there a need for biofeedback technology? Are there problems with current biofeedback devices? Can we provide biofeedback for joint motion? The development of a functioning wearable textile sensor. Functional electronics. Interconnections. The intelligent knee sleeve: A wearable biofeedback device in action. Why is the intelligent knee sleeve needed? Other applications of wearable biofeedback technology. Future directions. References.
• Applications for woven electrical fabrics S Swallow and A P Thompson, Intelligent Textiles Limited, UK Smart fabric technologies. Active and passive smart fabrics. Electrical smart fabrics. Products and applications. References.