Textile sensors to measure sweat pH and sweat-rate during exercise
Submitted by kzhang on Thu, 02/04/2009 - 09:47
| Title | Textile sensors to measure sweat pH and sweat-rate during exercise |
| Publication Type | Conference Paper |
| Year of Publication | 2009 |
| Authors | Coyle, Shirley, Morris Deirdre, Lau King-Tong, Diamond Dermot, Taccini Nicola, Constanzo Daniele, Salvo Pietro, Di Francesco Fabio, Trivella Maria Giovanna, Porchet Jacques Andre, and Luprano Jean |
| 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 |
| Keywords | 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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