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Textile and Apparel Science

Local Thermal Resistance of Chemical Protective Clothing: Effect of Material and Clothing Fit

Authors
  • Liwen Wang (Iowa State University)
  • Rui Li (Iowa State University)
  • Mengying Zhang (Iowa State University)
  • Yulin Wu (Iowa State University)
  • Chunhui Xiang (Iowa State University)
  • Guowen Song (Iowa State University)

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to investigate the thermal properties of typical CPC with a focus on the effect of clothing material and fit on local thermal resistance. The material used can significantly affect both whole and local thermal resistance of CPC, and material thickness and stiffness are two determining factors. Local thermal resistance can provide more and detailed information about the thermal properties of clothing such as higher thermal resistance at the torso, and hence a more accurate and thorough evaluation of the heat strain for users. It should always be reported and considered for better evaluation and modeling of the heat stress in CPC, and for the design and development of next generation CPC with higher protection and less compromised thermal comfort. 

Keywords: chemical protective clothing, local thermal resistance, clothing fit

How to Cite:

Wang, L., Li, R., Zhang, M., Wu, Y., Xiang, C. & Song, G., (2022) “Local Thermal Resistance of Chemical Protective Clothing: Effect of Material and Clothing Fit”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 78(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/itaa.13498

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Published on
23 Sep 2022
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