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Smart textile-based wearable biomedical systems: a transition plan for research to reality
Sungmee Park1, Sundaresan Jayaraman
1School of Polymer, Textile and Fiber Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30332, USA. sungmee.park@gatech.edu
Summary
Smart textile-based wearable biomedical systems (ST-WBSs) offer real-time monitoring but face market entry challenges. This paper presents a framework to bridge the gap between ST-WBS research and real-world application.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Materials Science
- Wearable Technology
Background:
- Smart textile-based wearable biomedical systems (ST-WBSs) have garnered significant research interest since the 1990s.
- Despite advancements, ST-WBSs have not yet reached the market to improve real-time biomedical monitoring and quality of life.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a comprehensive framework for analyzing the transition of ST-WBS from research to market reality.
- To identify and analyze key challenges across technical, medical, economic, public policy, and business domains.
Main Methods:
- Historical review of ST-WBS evolution and component description.
- Stakeholder analysis of critical issues from diverse perspectives.
- Development of a strategic action plan for market transition.
Main Results:
- Identification of multifaceted barriers hindering ST-WBS commercialization.
- Analysis of stakeholder viewpoints reveals complex interdependencies.
- A structured approach is needed to overcome research-to-reality gaps.
Conclusions:
- A clear roadmap is essential for successful ST-WBS market integration.
- Addressing technical, economic, and policy challenges is crucial for widespread adoption.
- The proposed framework facilitates the transition of ST-WBS from laboratory to real-world impact.
