Textile sensors to measure sweat pH and sweat-rate during exercise
Submitted by kzhang on Thu, 02/04/2009 - 08:47.
| Publication Type | Conference Paper | |
| Year of Publication | 2009 | |
| Authors | Coyle, S.; Morris, D.; Lau, K.; Diamond, D.; Taccini, N.; Constanzo, D.; Salvo, P.; Di Francesco, F.; Trivella, M.G.; Porchet, J.A.; Luprano, J. | |
| Conference Name | Pervasive Health 2009 | |
| Conference Date | 1-3 April 2009 | |
| Publisher | Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers | |
| Conference Location | London, UK | |
| ISBN Number | 978-963-9799-42-4 | |
| Key Words | RP1; RP2 | |
| Abstract | Sweat analysis can provide a valuable insight into a person’s 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. | |
| URL | http://doras.dcu.ie/3636/ |
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