Manikins for Textile Evaluation is a key resource for all those engaged in textile and apparel development and production, and for academics engaged in research into textile science and technology. Creating garments that work with the human form, both stationary and in motion, is a complex task that requires extensive testing and evaluation. Manikins allow for performance testing of textiles in a safe, controlled, and appropriate environment, and are a key element in developing new textile products. Everyday apparel needs to be assessed for comfort, sizing and fit, and ergonomics, while technical and protective garments require extensive safety and performance testing. Manikins therefore range from simple representations of the human body to complex designs that simulate body temperature, sweating, and motion. Manikins are safe for use in hazardous testing environments, such as fire and flame protection, where wearer trials would be impossible. This book provides extensive coverage of manikin-based evaluation of protective, heat and flame resistant, medical, and automotive textile applications. The role of manikins in the development of day-to-day garments is also discussed, including fit, comfort, and ergonomics. The book is a key resource for all those engaged in textile and apparel development and production, and for academics engaged in research into textile science and technology. Delivers theoretical and practical guidance on evaluation using manikins that is of benefit to anyone developing textile productsOffers a range of perspectives on high-performance textiles from an international team of authors with diverse expertise in academic research, and textile development and manufactureProvides systematic and comprehensive coverage of the topic from fabric construction, through product development, to the range of current and potential applications that exploit high-performance textile technology INDICE: Part I - Introduction 1. Introduction to manikins 2. Types of manikins Part II - Manikins for Design and Display 3. Manikins in shop display 4. Evaluation of size and fit 5. Evaluation of Thermo-Physiological Comfort of Clothing Using Manikins 6. Manikin testing vs wearer trials 7. Objective drape measurement Part III - Manikins for High Performance Textiles 8. Evaluation of heat and flame protection 9. Evaluation of steam and hot liquid spray protection 10. Evaluation of pressure performance 11. Medical textiles evaluated by manikins 12. Defense applications of manikins 13. Automotive applications of manikins 14. Thermo-physiological simulation Part IV - Associated Problems, Care and Maintenance and Future Directions in Manikins 15. Various issues, care and maintenance of manikins 17. Future directions in the use of manikins
- ISBN: 978-0-08-100909-3
- Editorial: Woodhead Publishing
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 528
- Fecha Publicación: 01/06/2017
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés