Light-emitting textile display with floats for electronics covering

2015 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 34-46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Inese Parkova ◽  
Ivars Parkovs ◽  
Ausma Vilumsone
Keyword(s):  
Electrically Conductive ◽  
Actual Problem ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Light Emitting ◽  
Textile Materials ◽  
Single Piece ◽  
Conductive Yarns ◽  
Conductive Textile ◽  
Weave Pattern ◽  
Electronic Elements

Purpose – Flexible light-emitting textile display is designed with floats for electronic elements covering and electronic contacts insulation what at the same time provides an opportunity to develop aesthetic design of the display in the single piece construction of material. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach – Display consists of interwoven electrically conductive yarns, non-conductive yarns and SMD LEDs connected to conductive yarns. Industrial jacquard weaving machine have been used, weave patterns were designed in PC-Edit software. Findings – Weave can be used as a tool to build and evolve electrotextile. Exploring weaving techniques and perceiving electronic circuit as a weave pattern, new approaches can be developed in electrotextile design field. Research limitations/implications – Connections of electronic elements and conductive textile materials still is actual problem what should be explored in further research. Practical implications – Flexible light emitting textile display can be used as output interface integrated into communication clothing by representing different animated images directly on clothing. Display also can be used for accessories, room and auto interior etc. applications. Originality/value – Paper describes method of light source integration directly into textile structure, combining functional and visual design of textile display.

scholarly journals The Impact of Elongation on Change in Electrical Resistance of Electrically Conductive Yarns Woven into Fabric

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (12) ◽  
pp. 3390
Author(s):  
Željko Knezić ◽  
Željko Penava ◽  
Diana Šimić Penava ◽  
Dubravko Rogale
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Electrical Resistance ◽  
Electrically Conductive ◽  
Textile Materials ◽  
Measurement Results ◽  
Conductive Yarns ◽  
Yarn Count ◽  
As Relationship ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Mathematical Model

Electrically conductive yarns (ECYs) are gaining increasing applications in woven textile materials, especially in woven sensors suitable for incorporation into clothing. In this paper, the effect of the yarn count of ECYs woven into fabric on values of electrical resistance is analyzed. We also observe how the direction of action of elongation force, considering the position of the woven ECY, effects the change in the electrical resistance of the electrically conductive fabric. The measurements were performed on nine different samples of fabric in a plain weave, into which were woven ECYs with three different yarn counts and three different directions. Relationship curves between values of elongation forces and elongation to break, as well as relationship curves between values of electrical resistance of fabrics with ECYs and elongation, were experimentally obtained. An analytical mathematical model was also established, and analysis was conducted, which determined the models of function of connection between force and elongation, and between electrical resistance and elongation. The connection between the measurement results and the mathematical model was confirmed. The connection between the mathematical model and the experimental results enables the design of ECY properties in woven materials, especially textile force and elongation sensors.

scholarly journals Tip-Cylinder Electrode Plasma to Enhance the Coating of Conductive Yarn Process

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 213
Author(s):  
Valentinus Galih Vidia Putra ◽  
Lutfi Zulfikar ◽  
Atin Sumihartanti ◽  
Juliany Ningsih Mohamad ◽  
Yusril Yusuf
Keyword(s):  
Electrical Conductivity ◽  
Plasma Treatment ◽  
Plasma Generator ◽  
Textile Yarn ◽  
Textile Materials ◽  
Conductive Yarns ◽  
Coating Method ◽  
Pre Treatment ◽  
Conductive Textile ◽  
Conductive Yarn

This study aims to develop conductive textile materials using a polyester textile yarn by applying a knife coating method and pre-treatment of a tip-cylinder plasma electrode. In this research, carbon ink was coated on polyester staple yarn which was given a pre-treatment with a plasma generator and coated with the knife coating method. The electrical conductivity of conductive yarns produced from this study was divided into two types, as yarns without plasma treatment and with plasma treatment with a ratio of water and carbon ink concentrations of 1:1 and 2:1. The results of the electrical conductivity with plasma treatment and the concentration of carbon ink and water of 1:1 and 1:2 were 69005 (Ωm)-1 and 50144.25 (Ωm)-1, respectively, while the results of the electrical conductivity for threads with concentrations of carbon ink and water of 1:1 and 1:2 without plasma treatment were 18197.64 (Ωm)­‑1  and 8873.54 (Ωm)-1, respectively. The results showed that the concentration of carbon ink and water and plasma treatment affected the conductive value of the yarn. The results also showed that the presence of plasma pre-treatment improved the coating process of conductive ink on the yarn.Keywords: carbon ink; conductive yarn; plasma; textile A B S T R A KPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan bahan tekstil konduktif menggunakan benang tekstil poliester dengan mengaplikasikan metode knife coating dan pre-treatment plasma elektroda tip-cylinder. Pada penelitian ini dilakukan pelapisan dengan tinta karbon pada benang poliester stapel yang diberi perlakuan awal dengan plasma generator dan dilapisi dengan metode pelapisan knife coating. Konduktivitas listrik benang konduktif yang dihasilkan dari penelitian ini dibagi menjadi dua jenis, yaitu benang tanpa perlakuan plasma dan dengan perlakuan plasma dengan perbandingan konsentrasi air dan tinta karbon sebesar 1:1 dan 2:1. Hasil konduktivitas listrik dengan perlakuan plasma dan konsentrasi tinta karbon dan air sebesar 1:1 dan 1:2 masing-masing adalah 69005 (Ωm)‑1 dan 50144,25 (Ωm)-1, sedangkan hasil konduktivitas listrik untuk benang dengan konsentrasi tinta karbon dan air sebesar 1:1 dan 1:2 tanpa perlakuan plasma masing-masing adalah 18197,64 (Ωm)-1 dan 8873,54 (Ωm)-1. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa konsentrasi tinta karbon dan air serta perlakuan plasma berpengaruh terhadap nilai konduktivitas benang serta adanya pre-treatment plasma dapat meningkatkan proses coating tinta konduktif pada benang.Kata kunci: benang konduktif; plasma; tekstil; tinta karbon 

scholarly journals Analysis of tensile properties for conductive textile yarn

2019 ◽  
Vol 70 (02) ◽  
pp. 116-119 ◽  
Author(s):  
BUHU LILIANA ◽  
NEGRU DANIELA ◽  
LOGHIN EMIL CONSTANTIN ◽  
BUHU ADRIAN
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Black ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Average Diameter ◽  
Textile Yarn ◽  
Woven Fabrics ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Textile Materials ◽  
Carbon Black Nanoparticles ◽  
Conductive Yarns ◽  
Conductive Textile

In this paper conductive yarns were made by coating the yarns with a solution having carbon black nanoparticles (CB) with an average diameter of 18 nm, polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) and water. For a continuous coating deposition it is necessary to obtain a solution of a certain consistency; for this reason, carbon black nanoparticles are mixed with the ingredients so that the resulting film deposited as a thin layer on the yarn to be conductive, and at the same time flexible. The carbon black nanoparticles tend to form aggregates; this is why the solution should be stirred continuously. The yarns used as support are different from the nature, fineness and structure point of view. Several variants of yarns were chosen in order to decide which ones are appropriate for obtaining conductive yarns that keep their specific initial properties. The variants of conductive yarns obtained were tested in terms of physical and mechanical properties (tensile strength, elongation), and from the viewpoint of electrical properties, electrical resistivity was measured. After coating the conductive layer, yarns shows greater rigidity, but can be used to obtain textile materials such as woven fabrics. After performing the measurements, it can be concluded that the yarns coated with a conductive solution based on CB shows electrical conductivity and can be used for obtaining conductive textile fabrics.

scholarly journals Electrically Conductive Textile Materials—Application in Flexible Sensors and Antennas

Textiles ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 239-257
Author(s):  
Mourad Krifa
Keyword(s):  
Wireless Communication ◽  
Communication Systems ◽  
Wearable Technology ◽  
Wireless Communication Systems ◽  
Electrically Conductive ◽  
Flexible Sensors ◽  
Textile Materials ◽  
Smart Fabrics ◽  
Alternative Materials ◽  
Conductive Textile

This paper reviews some prominent applications and approaches to developing smart fabrics for wearable technology. The importance of flexible and electrically conductive textiles in the emerging body-centric sensing and wireless communication systems is highlighted. Examples of applications are discussed with a focus on a range of textile-based sensors and antennas. Developments in alternative materials and structures for producing flexible and conductive textiles are reviewed, including inherently conductive polymers, carbon-based materials, and nano-enhanced composite fibers and fibrous structures.

scholarly journals Effect of moisture content on the electromagnetic shielding ability of non-conductive textile structures

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sundaramoorthy Palanisamy ◽  
Veronika Tunakova ◽  
Jiri Militky ◽  
Jakub Wiener
Keyword(s):  
Electromagnetic Field ◽  
Moisture Content ◽  
Electromagnetic Shielding ◽  
The Body ◽  
Shielding Effectiveness ◽  
Electrically Conductive ◽  
Drying Time ◽  
Textile Materials ◽  
Conductive Textile ◽  
Electromagnetic Shielding Effectiveness

AbstractElectromagnetically shielding textile materials, especially in professional or ordinary clothing, are used to protect an implanted pacemaker in the body. Alternatively, traditional textiles are known for their non-conductivity and transparency to an electromagnetic field. The main goal of this work was to determine whether the high moisture content (sweat) of the traditional textile structure significantly affects the resulting ability of the material to shield the electromagnetic field. Specifically, whether sufficient wetting of the traditional textile material can increase its electrical conductivity to match the electrically conductive textiles determined for shielding of the electromagnetic field. In this study, cotton and polyester knitted fabric samples were used, and two liquid medias were applied to the samples to simulate human sweating. The experiment was designed to analyse the factors that have a significant effect on the shielding effectiveness that was measured according to ASTM D4935. The following factors have a significant effect on the electromagnetic shielding effectiveness of moisturised fabric: squeezing pressure, drying time and type of liquid media. Additionally, the increase of electromagnetic shielding was up to 1 dB at 1.5 GHz frequency at the highest level of artificial sweat moisturised sample.

Using the private finance initiative for energy efficiency projects at the urban scale

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 99-117 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alberto De Marco ◽  
Giulio Mangano ◽  
Fania Valeria Michelucci ◽  
Giovanni Zenezini
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Light Emitting Diode ◽  
Project Finance ◽  
Private Finance Initiative ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Light Emitting ◽  
Alternate Forms ◽  
Private Investors

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to suggest the usage of the project finance (PF) scheme as a suitable mechanism to fund energy efficiency projects at the urban scale and present its advantages and adoption barriers. Design/methodology/approach – A case study is developed to renew the traffic lighting system of an Italian town via replacement of the old lamps with new light-emitting diode (LED) technology. Several partners are involved in the case project to construct a viable PF arrangement. Findings – The case study presents the viability of the proposed PF scheme that provides for acceptable financial returns and bankability. However, it also shows that the need for short concession periods may call for a public contribution to the initial funding to make the project more attractive to private investors. Practical implications – This case study is a useful guideline for governments and promoters to using the PF arrangement to fund energy efficiency investments in urban settings. It helps designing an appropriate PF scheme and understanding the advantages of PF to reduce risk and, consequently, increase the debt leverage and profitability of energy efficiency projects. Originality/value – This paper contributes to bridging the gap about the lack of works addressing the implementation of the PF mechanism in the energy efficiency sector in urban areas. The importance of this paper is also associated with the shortage of traditional public finance faced by many cities that forces to seek for alternate forms of financing.

scholarly journals Protein Nanowires: the Electrification of the Microbial World and Maybe Our Own

2020 ◽  
Vol 202 (20) ◽  
Author(s):  
Derek R. Lovley ◽  
Dawn E. Holmes
Keyword(s):  
Electron Transport ◽  
Long Range ◽  
Electronic Devices ◽  
Electricity Production ◽  
Microbial World ◽  
Electrically Conductive ◽  
Anaerobic Digesters ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Type Iv ◽  
Type Iv Pilin

ABSTRACT Electrically conductive protein nanowires appear to be widespread in the microbial world and are a revolutionary “green” material for the fabrication of electronic devices. Electrically conductive pili (e-pili) assembled from type IV pilin monomers have independently evolved multiple times in microbial history as have electrically conductive archaella (e-archaella) assembled from homologous archaellin monomers. A role for e-pili in long-range (micrometer) extracellular electron transport has been demonstrated in some microbes. The surprising finding of e-pili in syntrophic bacteria and the role of e-pili as conduits for direct interspecies electron transfer have necessitated a reassessment of routes for electron flux in important methanogenic environments, such as anaerobic digesters and terrestrial wetlands. Pilin monomers similar to those found in e-pili may also be a major building block of the conductive “cables” that transport electrons over centimeter distances through continuous filaments of cable bacteria consisting of a thousand cells or more. Protein nanowires harvested from microbes have many functional and sustainability advantages over traditional nanowire materials and have already yielded novel electronic devices for sustainable electricity production, neuromorphic memory, and sensing. e-pili can be mass produced with an Escherichia coli chassis, providing a ready source of material for electronics as well as for studies on the basic mechanisms for long-range electron transport along protein nanowires. Continued exploration is required to better understand the electrification of microbial communities with microbial nanowires and to expand the “green toolbox” of sustainable materials for wiring and powering the emerging “Internet of things.”

Effects of V/III ratio of InGaN quantum well at high growth temperature for near ultraviolet light emitting diodes

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohd Ann Amirul Zulffiqal Md Sahar ◽  
Zainuriah Hassan ◽  
Sha Shiong Ng ◽  
Way Foong Lim ◽  
Khai Shenn Lau ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Morphology ◽  
Quantum Wells ◽  
Ultraviolet Light ◽  
Light Output ◽  
Emission Peak ◽  
Organic Chemical ◽  
Peak Wavelength ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Light Emitting ◽  
Near Ultraviolet

Purpose The aims of this paper is to study the effects of the V/III ratio of indium gallium nitride (InGaN) quantum wells (QWs) on the structural, optical and electrical properties of near-ultraviolet light-emitting diode (NUV-LED). Design/methodology/approach InGaN-based NUV-LED is successfully grown on the c-plane patterned sapphire substrate at atmospheric pressure using metal organic chemical vapor deposition. Findings The indium composition and thickness of InGaN QWs increased as the V/III ratio increased from 20871 to 11824, according to high-resolution X-ray diffraction. The V/III ratio was also found to have an important effect on the surface morphology of the InGaN QWs and thus the surface morphology of the subsequent layers. Apart from that, the electroluminescence measurement revealed that the V/III ratio had a major impact on the light output power (LOP) and the emission peak wavelength of the NUV-LED. The LOP increased by up to 53% at 100 mA, and the emission peak wavelength of the NUV-LED changed to a longer wavelength as the V/III ratio decreased from 20871 to 11824. Originality/value This study discovered a relation between the V/III ratio and the properties of QWs, which resulted in the LOP enhancement of the NUV-LED. High TMIn flow rates, which produced a low V/III ratio, contribute to the increased LOP of NUV-LED.

scholarly journals Conductive textile structures and their contribution to electromagnetic shielding effectiveness

2020 ◽  
Vol 71 (05) ◽  
pp. 432-437
Author(s):  
Ion Razvan Radulescu ◽  
Lilioara Surdu ◽  
Bogdana Mitu ◽  
Cristian Morari ◽  
Marian Costea ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electromagnetic Compatibility ◽  
Modern Technology ◽  
Electromagnetic Shielding ◽  
Shielding Effectiveness ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Conductive Coatings ◽  
Tem Cell ◽  
Conductive Yarns ◽  
Conductive Textile ◽  
Electromagnetic Shielding Effectiveness

Fabrics for electromagnetic shielding are especially relevant in nowadays context, contributing to human’s protection and wellbeing and to proper functioning of electronic equipment, in relation to electromagnetic compatibility. Fabrics with electromagnetic shielding properties employ two main technologies, namely insertion of conductive yarns and application of conductive coatings. Magnetron sputtering is a modern technology to enable conductive coatings with thickness in the range of nanometers onto fabrics. This paper aims to analyze contribution of various conductive textile structures out of both fabrics with inserted conductive yarns and coatings to Electromagnetic shielding effectiveness (EMSE). EMSE was measured in the frequency range of 0.1–1000 MHz by using a TEM cell according to standard ASTM ES-07. Results show a gain of 10–25 dB when introducing silver yarns in warp/ weft direction, a variation of 5–35 dB between conductive yarns out of silver and stainless steel and an up to 12 dB gain out of thin copper coating by magnetron plasma onto the fabrics with inserted conductive yarns

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