Importance of Thermal Insulation in Sportswear Design | ||
Journal of Textiles, Coloration and Polymer Science | ||
Volume 22, Issue 2, 2025, Pages 59-64 PDF (423.55 K) | ||
Document Type: Original Article | ||
DOI: 10.21608/jtcps.2024.259733.1312 | ||
Authors | ||
Hager Ahmed Ali Atallah1; Yousra Diaa Muhammad Saleh1; Roba Ebrahim Glal El-Den2; Sherine Salah Mustafa Abdel Wahab1; Ahmed G. Hassabo* 3 | ||
1Clothing and Fashion Technology Department, Faculty of Applied Arts, Benha University, Benha, Egypt | ||
2Benha University, Applied arts college, Clothing and fashion technology, Benha ,Egypty | ||
3National Research Centre (NRC), Textile Research and Technology Institute (TRTI), Pre-treatment and Finishing of Cellulose based Textiles Department (PFCTD), El-Behouth St. (former El-Tahrir str.), Dokki, P.O. 12622, Giza, Egypt | ||
Abstract | ||
In order to regulate body temperature while guaranteeing the best possible comfort and performance during exercise, thermal insulation is a crucial component of sportswear design. Effects of thermal insulation in athletic wear: Preserve bodily heat: Thermal insulation helps keep body temperature stable between layers of athletic wear, making it more comfortable to engage in physical activity in cold conditions. Temperature Control: By reducing moisture and promoting airflow, thermal insulation helps keep skin hydrated and less painful. Enhance athlete performance: Thermal insulation helps to create a cozy environment for the body, which enhances athletic performance and raises comfort levels when working out. Employing synthetic fibers and cutting-edge production processes to improve the thermal insulation qualities of sportswear is one way to improve its thermal insulation. Multi-layer structure design: Multi-layer fabric composition can improve thermal insulation and strike a balance between comfort and freedom of movement. Sustainable ventilation: Integrate ventilation techniques that help improve air circulation and provide effective ventilation without adversely affecting thermal insulation. | ||
Keywords | ||
sportswear fabrics; Thermal Insulation; comfort properties | ||
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