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Conference Proceedings : ... Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. Annual Conference
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Modern sensors are integrated into daily life, but textiles represent an ancient, pervasive sensing technology. From protection to aesthetics, textiles have evolved as a foundational sensing material throughout civilization.

Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Wearable Technology
  • History of Technology

Background:

  • Modern electronic sensors are ubiquitous in everyday devices like mobile phones and medical equipment, facilitating constant information processing.
  • Despite the novelty of electronic sensing networks, textiles have served as a fundamental sensing technology since the dawn of civilization.
  • Historically, textiles provided environmental protection and camouflage, later evolving to incorporate aesthetic and fashion dimensions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the historical significance and pervasive nature of textiles as an early form of sensing technology.
  • To draw parallels between ancient textile functions and modern sensor applications.
  • To underscore the evolution of textiles from basic protection to complex aesthetic and functional roles.

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Main Methods:

  • Historical analysis of textile development and applications.
  • Comparative study of traditional textile functions (protection, aesthetics) and modern sensor capabilities.
  • Examination of the integration of textiles into daily life across different eras.

Main Results:

  • Textiles have been a constant and evolving sensing technology throughout human history.
  • The initial function of textiles for protection has expanded to include aesthetics and fashion.
  • Textiles demonstrate a long-standing, yet often overlooked, role in sensing and information interaction.

Conclusions:

  • Textiles represent a foundational and enduring sensing technology with a rich history.
  • The evolution of textiles showcases a continuous adaptation to human needs, from survival to self-expression.
  • Understanding the historical context of textiles enriches our appreciation of pervasive sensing technologies today.