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HaoTian Harvey Shi^1,2,3, Yifei Pan^1,2, Lin Xu⁴

¹Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK.

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|July 27, 2023

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We propose a new circular electronic textile (e-textile) paradigm focused on repair, recycle, replacement, and reduction. This framework supports sustainable e-textile development for better user adoption and a circular economy.

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Textile Engineering
Wearable Technology

Background:

Textiles are integral to daily life.
Wearable electronics require advanced, body-compatible materials.
Electronic textiles (e-textiles) integrate electronic functions into fabrics for human augmentation.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce a sustainable circular e-textile paradigm.
To establish a design framework for eco-friendly and commercially viable e-textiles.
To guide the industrialization and commercialization of future e-textile products.

Main Methods:

Proposing a 'repair, recycle, replacement, and reduction' circular e-textile model.
Envisioning a systematic design framework.
Integrating material selection and biofabrication concepts.

Main Results:

A unified framework for sustainable e-textile development.
Consideration of environmental friendliness, market viability, supply-chain resilience, and user experience.
Actionable principles for e-textile industrialization.

Conclusions:

Material innovations are key to the success of wearable e-textiles.
A circular economy approach is essential for sustainable e-textile adoption.
The proposed framework provides a roadmap for creating next-generation e-textile products.