Electrical Resistance in Conductive Fabrics Under
Deformation

Aidan Toner
Dr. Timothy D. Wiser, Faculty Mentor

Conductive fabrics are being used more and more in smart textiles and wearable garments, however, their electrical behavior when deformed is not as straightforward as traditional theory suggests. This paper will examine how stretching and compressing conductive fabrics affect their resistance. It will also go in depth using Ohm’s Law and basic circuit theory to see how this deformation affects the electrical performance of the fabric. 

Previous studies have shown that resistance in conductive fabrics depends on the fabric type and knitting pattern, as well as how the fabric is deformed. Research on similar applications demonstrates that resistance changes can be sensitive, but repeatable and dependent on the structure of the fabric. By using recent findings, this review aims to clarify the physics behind flexible conductive materials and highlight their applications in wearable technology.

Keywords: Electronics, Fashion, Physics

Topic(s):Physics

Presentation Type: Oral Presentation

Session: TBA
Location: TBA
Time: TBA