A review of technology of personal heating garments.

نویسندگان

  • Faming Wang
  • Chuansi Gao
  • Kalev Kuklane
  • Ingvar Holmér
چکیده

Modern technology makes garments smart, which can help a wearer to manage in specific situations by improving the functionality of the garments. The personal heating garment (PHG) widens the operating temperature range of the garment and improves its protection against the cold. This paper describes several kinds of PHGs worldwide; their advantages and disadvantages are also addressed. Some challenges and suggestions are finally addressed with regard to the development of PHGs.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • International journal of occupational safety and ergonomics : JOSE

دوره 16 3  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2010