Development and application of temperature-sensing underwear for breast monitoring

Abstract

Purpose

Breast cancer has become the largest cancer in the world today. Health problems for women with breast cancer need to be addressed urgently. This study aims to select the best method for preparing temperature-sensitive sports underwear, and to verify the feasibility of using K-type thermocouple threads in underwear fabrics.

Design/methodology/approach

In the experiments, two samples were designed for temperature-sensitive performance tests and the effects produced by different outer layer structures were investigated. In the second step, K-type thermocouple wires were integrated into sports underwear. The comfort and feasibility of the temperature-sensitive underwear were investigated.

Findings

It was finally verified to obtain the best comfort and temperature-sensing performance of K-type thermocouple filaments integrated into sports underwear with plain stitching.

Originality/value

The underwear has a certain prospect for the application of smart apparel based on breast cancer health monitoring, which is of some significance for monitoring smart apparel.

Citation

Huang, Y., Ji, X., Zhai, L. and Ocran, F.M. (2024), "Development and application of temperature-sensing underwear for breast monitoring", International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology, Vol. 36 No. 2, pp. 317-337. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJCST-07-2023-0106