PolyU researchers invent intelligent soft robotic clothing for automatic thermal adaptation in extreme heat (IMAGE)
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Thermoadaptation of STA embedded in a customized knitted fabric. a,b) Illustrations of the knitted thermal liner (240 mm × 340 mm) featuring a connecting clasp (width:15 mm) and a channel (width:60 mm) for STA. c) The STA within the knitted thermal liner depicted in a fully deflated state, exhibiting minimal thickness. d) The STA encapsulated in the knitted thermal liner shown in a fully inflated state, achieving maximal thickness. e) Comparison of thermal and moisture resistance between traditional liners and present SRTs. f) Cross-sectional views of the SRT in the fully deflated and fully inflated states. g) Images of the SRT in its initial, inactive state progressing to the fully activated state. h) Schematic representation of an SRT-based firefighter garment exposed to radiant heat. i) Side view of the garment in its initial state. j) Side view of the garment once thermally activated.
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