Visualisation of Liquid Flow Phenomena in Textiles Applied as a Wound Dressing
User evaluation of the waterproof jacket
Visualisation of Liquid Flow Phenomena in Textiles Applied as a Wound Dressing
A. Komisarczyk1 / G. Dziworska1 / I. Krucinska1 / M. Michalak1 / W. Strzembosz / A. Kaflak / M. Kaluza
Autex Research Journal. Volume 13, Issue 4, Pages 141–149, ISSN (Print) 1470-9589, DOI: 10.2478/v10304-012-0035-3, December 2013
Published Online: 2013-12-31
Abstract
The aim of this work was to visualise liquid transport in textiles. Knowledge of the transport phenomena allows for the design of textiles for various applications, e.g., comfortable to wear filtration and wound dressing. To visualise liquid transport through textiles, three test methods were explored. The first one was the high spatial resolution magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique (also referred to as nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) microscopy). It allowed the observation of the pathways of liquid flow through textiles. In the second method, a thermographic camera was used to record temperature changes and assess the liquid flow in the textile. The third method was using a high-speed video camera to observe the liquid transport within the textile. Two types of textiles were studied: a double-layer knitted fabric and a woven fabric, both made from hydrophilic and hydrophobic fibres (cotton, viscose and polypropylene). The knitted fabrics were tested as a new type of wound dressing, which trans
Keywords: Mass transport; physiological comfort; fluid flow; wound dressings
User evaluation of the waterproof jacket
Sonja Šterman
Autex Research Journal. Volume -1, Issue -1, Pages 1–7, ISSN (Print) 1470-9589, DOI: 10.2478/v10304-012-0043-3, January 2014
Published Online: 2014-01-23
Abstract
This article presents the key elements in understanding the development and design of uniforms for the employees of the Customs Administration of the Republic of Slovenia for the purpose of corporate identity. It will show, in detail, the process from design to analysis of evaluation data for the multifunctional waterproof jacket, after three months of wearing by the employees. The success of a corporate uniform depends on how effectively it serves a specific function, makes the organisation recognisable in society and also on the satisfaction level of the user. The results are presented in four groups: First, the relationship between design and communicating identity for recognition in the market; Second, the determination of the pattern and functionality considerations; Third, the selection of materials and their properties; Last, the quality of workmanship, giving practical value to the above parameters.
Keywords: Uniform; Design; Functionality; Questionnaire; User
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