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A fully textile-based, tunable, force and strain sensing resistor for e-textile applications.

Adrian K Stavrakis¹, Mitar Simić¹, Mirjana Damnjanović¹

¹Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Trg. Dositeja Obradovica 6, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia.

|February 29, 2024

Summary

Researchers developed a novel textile-based force sensor by integrating conductive fabrics. This washable e-textile shows high repeatability and stability for wearable electronics.

Keywords:

Embroidered FSR Embroidery Smart textiles Tension testing Textile sensor

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Textile Engineering
Wearable Technology

Background:

Integrating electronic functionalities into textiles (e-textiles) is crucial for advanced wearable devices.
Developing robust and reliable textile-based sensors remains a significant challenge.
Existing solutions often lack durability, washability, or ease of integration.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a novel, fully textile-based force-sensing element.
To investigate the influence of different geometries on sensor performance.
To evaluate the sensor's washability and mechanical stability for practical applications.

Main Methods:

Fabrication of a force sensor using specialized siliconized conductive fabric and switch fabric.
Testing sensor performance across three distinct geometric configurations.
Conducting washability tests and tension testing to assess durability.
Simulating device behavior and validating performance in a real-world scenario.

Main Results:

The textile-based sensor effectively detects applied forces through resistance variation.
Observed good dynamic range, high repeatability, and stability in sensor performance.
Demonstrated minimal impact on functionality after washing cycles.
Successful simulation and real-life application validation.

Conclusions:

The developed textile-based force sensor is a promising component for e-textile integration.
Its durability, washability, and reliable performance make it suitable for wearable applications.
This novel approach advances the field of smart textiles and wearable sensing technology.