Journal of the Korean Society of Clothing and Textiles (한국의류학회지)

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A Study on Product Analysis and Wearing Evaluation of EMS Smart Clothing

EMS 스마트의류의 제품분석 및 착용평가에 관한 연구

  • Sojung Lee (Textile Innovation R&D Department, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology) ;
  • Hyelim Kim (Textile Innovation R&D Department, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology) ;
  • Daeyoung Lim (Textile Innovation R&D Department, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology) ;
  • Wonyoung Jeong (Textile Innovation R&D Department, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology)
  • 이소정 (한국생산기술연구원 섬유솔루션부문) ;
  • 김혜림 (한국생산기술연구원 섬유솔루션부문) ;
  • 임대영 (한국생산기술연구원 섬유솔루션부문) ;
  • 정원영 (한국생산기술연구원 섬유솔루션부문)
  • Received : 2024.05.31
  • Accepted : 2024.08.30
  • Published : 2024.10.31
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Abstract

New EMS equipment and apparel have been developed to deliver electrical stimulation to the entire body at once. Textile or silicone electrodes are now replacing gel electrodes typically used in EMS equipment. This study analyzes the impact of design elements and electrode specifications of EMS smart clothing on comfort, mobility, and usability. Three types of EMS smart clothing were selected- whole body suits, top and bottom sets, and pants-and analyzed for product design, materials, and electrode pads. Subsequently, wearability evaluations were conducted on 10 participants. Results indicated that the EMS electrodes used in all three samples were silver(Ag)-based conductive materials, with some electrodes incorporating foam to improve skin adhesion. Wearability evaluations revealed that ease of wear and mobility were significantly influenced by product type and size. To improve appearance and comfort, EMS smart clothing should incorporate two layers or outer coverings. Additionally, the design should allow for adjustments in arm and thigh circumference, ensuring electrodes fit closely to the body.

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본 연구는 한국생산기술연구원 기관주요사업 "미래 스마트의류 제조를 위한 마이크로팩토리 기반 기술 개발 (kitech EH-24-0006)"의 지원으로 수행된 연구임.

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