| Autor: |
Lin, Albert, Kao, Cindy, Park, Heeju |
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International Journal of Clothing Science & Technology; 2024, Vol. 36 Issue 4, p708-721, 14p |
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Purpose: This study aims to develop and evaluate a modular smart garment design framework that simplifies the technical content associated with smart garment design. Design/methodology/approach: Smart garment design challenges were first identified through literature review and interviews. Then, a modular framework and toolkit was created to address these challenges. Finally, workshops were held to evaluate the modular toolkit. Findings: Interviews highlighted the need for easier attachment of hard devices to soft textile materials, simpler electrical connection creation and straightforward device selection. A modular framework was proposed and divided into four elements: (1) the Central Computation Module, (2) Peripheral Electrical Modules, (3) Securely Attaching Modules with Substrates and (4) Managing Intra-garment Connections. Workshops showed the modular framework had statistically significant improvements in function and certain ease ratings when compared to non-modular components. Originality/value: This research identified specific technical challenges faced by smart garment designers and alleviated them through a modular smart garment framework that in workshops outperformed non-modular components in key function and ease ratings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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