학술논문
Textile sensors to measure sweat pH and sweat-rate during exercise
Document Type
Conference
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Source
2009 3rd International Conference on Pervasive Computing Technologies for Healthcare Pervasive Computing Technologies for Healthcare, 2009. PervasiveHealth 2009. 3rd International Conference on. :1-6 Mar, 2009
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ISSN
2153-1633
2153-1641
2153-1641
Abstract
Sweat analysis can provide a valuable insight into a persons well-being. Here we present wearable textile-based sensors that can provide real-time information regarding sweat activity. A pH sensitive dye incorporated into a fabric fluidic system is used to determine sweat pH. To detect the onset of sweat activity a sweat rate sensor is incorporated into a textile substrate. The sensors are integrated into a waistband and controlled by a central unit with wireless connectivity. The use of such sensors for sweat analysis may provide valuable physiological information for applications in sports performance and also in healthcare.