Smart Clothing: Wearable Technology in Apparel
Smart clothing refers to garments that incorporate technology or electronic components to monitor, measure, or interact with the wearer. These clothes can track body temperature, heart rate, movement, or other physiological signals.
Smart clothing is used in healthcare, sports, and research to gather data on the wearer’s physical condition or performance. Some garments have sensors, conductive fibers, or embedded circuits that collect information or provide feedback.
Key characteristics of smart clothing include:
Integration of sensors and electronics into fabric
Monitoring of physiological or physical activity
Comfortable and wearable for daily use or specific activities
Data collection for analysis and research
By combining textiles with technology, smart clothing allows for continuous monitoring and interaction without interfering with normal activities.