A review on recent trends in smart textiles

Allish S *, Suthiksha. P, K M Pachiappan, R. Divya Sathiyam and Saniya A

Department of Costume Design & Fashion, PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, India.
 
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 24(01), 1824–1828
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.24.1.3103
 
Publication history: 
Received on 30 August 2024; revised on 08 October 2024; accepted on 11 October 2024
 
Abstract: 
Recent advancements in both domestic and international research have considerably enhanced the development of smart fibers and smart textile, which are now being increasingly integrated into the textile industry. Advanced textiles encompass five primary functions; sensors, data processing, actuators, storage and communication. These technologies must be effectively integrated into clothing, ensuring they meet essential requirements like comfort, durability, and resilience to routine maintenance. Designers engaged with traditional textiles might address challenges by integrating smart materials and re-evaluating their design methodologies to leverage the distinctive properties of these advanced materials. This review examines recent developments in Smart Textiles, emphasizing the materials and their recent trends.
 
Keywords: 
Textile; Smart fibers; Data processing; Sensors; Market review
 
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