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New directions of integration of different disciplines of science as illustrated by the example of textronics
New directions of integration of different disciplines of science as illustrated by the example of textronics

Author(s): Sylwia Walczak
Subject(s): Energy and Environmental Studies, ICT Information and Communications Technologies
Published by: Centrum Badań i Innowacji Pro-Akademia
Keywords: textronics; electronics; textile industry; automation; metrology; informatics; textile industry technology; fabric construction; electronic systems; textronic products; smart formulated products;

Summary/Abstract: Textronics is a new field of knowledge, created by the intensive development of the textile technology and fabric construction, as well as by the ever-expanding scope of electronic system applications. The article presents the completed textile industry projects, as well as proposals for new solutions that can enrich the range of intelligent clothing, in order to improve functionality of attire and its comfort of use. The focus was on the use of flexible temperature sensors and the use of flexible photovoltaic cells.

  • Issue Year: 2013
  • Issue No: 7
  • Page Range: 48-54
  • Page Count: 7
  • Language: English