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  • Ruo-Dan Pang, Ming-Hai Cui∗
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(2): 1-19. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim01501
    The comfort of wearing suits, a staple of formal attire, is crucial for the human body. Studies and surveys
    indicate that individuals often experience discomfort and shoulder pain due to ill-fitting suits, leading to
    uneven pressure distribution and subsequent fatigue. Due to the increasing demands of consumers for
    clothing, the issue of discomfort in the shoulder area of women’s suits requires improvement. However,
    most research on women’s suits has focused on aesthetic aspects, with little attention given to the
    pressure comfort of the shoulder region. This study bridges this gap by examining pattern optimisation
    and pressure comfort in women’s suits. The study uses Martin’s measuring instruments and 3D scanning
    to gather shoulder data from young women. The goal is to understand the typical shape and structure of
    human shoulders. With this information, we develop a method to optimise shoulder patterns in clothing,
    ensuring they can be adapted to fit different shoulder types comfortably. The research identifies the
    relationship between the shoulder slope angles of suit patterns and human shoulder shapes, formulating
    an equation to link body morphology with pattern design. This study can facilitate designers’
    understanding of the relationship between human shoulder morphology and clothing patterns, thereby
    enabling the creation of more comfortable women’s suits for consumers.
  • Hai-Yang Wang , Long Wu , Jing Qi , Jun-Tao Ding , Yue Wang
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(2): 20-28. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim03233
    With the development of 3D printing technology, its application in the apparel industry, especially in bra
    cup design, has drawn attention. Previous studies have explored the use of 3D printing for underwear
    customisation. Yet, issues such as poor flexibility, heavy weight, excessive material consumption, and
    low comfort of printed materials remain, limiting the wide application of 3D-printed bra cups. There is
    a research gap in effectively optimising the structural design of 3D-printed bra cups to overcome these
    drawbacks. This paper aims to address this gap by investigating the use of lattice structures in designing
    3D-printed bra cups and analysing how rod diameter and material hardness affect the elastic modulus
    of the lattice-based cup designs. Through a series of experiments, it is found that both parameters
    significantly influence the modulus, with material hardness being more crucial. By using the RESIONE
    F80 material with a 1 mm rod diameter for lattice infill, the volume of the 3D printed cup is reduced by
    45.16%, porosity is enhanced, and ventilation and comfort are greatly improved.
  • Jing-Jing Li, Li-Min Shi, Hui Zhang
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(2): 29-46. https://doi.org/3993/jfbim03301
    Difficulty in travelling has always been a problem for visually impaired people in their daily lives, and
    smart wearable devices have shown great potential in helping the visually impaired to travel by their
    portability and interactivity. Therefore, this paper provides an overview of smart wearable devices
    that assist the visually impaired in travelling. The paper first analyses the characteristics of visually
    impaired people to understand their needs, and then briefly reviews the history of travel assistance
    devices. The paper then analyses the working mechanisms of smart wearable devices and divides them
    into three categories based on how they return information to the user. Then, the paper summarises the
    advantages and disadvantages of different types of devices and the disadvantages common to all types by
    detailing the working principles, functions, and usage effects of a dozen different types of devices. Finally,
    it summarises the current research status and limitations, and proposes future research directions. It
    aims to provide a reference for the development of smart wearable devices that assist visually impaired
    people in travelling
  • Yan-Ting Li , Li-Min Shi
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(2): 47-61. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim03351
    The formal attire of female wheelchair users has received increasing attention in design research,
    particularly in response to unmet needs in professional settings. However, most existing studies focus on
    casual or adaptive sportswear, leaving a significant gap in exploring clothing suitable for formal contexts.
    This study proposes a design method for optimising shirt prototypes for wheelchair users, incorporating
    two key interventions: structural pattern adjustments and fabric innovation. The method was evaluated
    through interviews with 51 participants. Conventional shirts often fail to accommodate the seated
    posture, resulting in poor fit, restricted mobility, and discomfort. To address these issues, structural
    modifications were introduced to the armholes, sleeve caps, and plackets to enhance forward-reaching
    mobility and improve dressing convenience. Similarly, fabrics suitable for individuals with limited hand
    dexterity were selected based on thermal-moisture comfort and usability criteria. Subjective evaluations
    demonstrated that the synergy between structural refinement and fabric selection significantly improved
    arm mobility and comfort in a seated position. This study offers practical insights for inclusive formalwear
    design, presenting a method that balances formal attire for female wheelchair users.
  • YuxinJin
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(2): 62-72. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim01881
    Despite the growing use of digital applications in cultural heritage preservation, limited research exists on
    the comparative effectiveness of digital versus traditional display methods for preserving ethnic costume
    heritage. This study investigates how digital technologies influence the perception of Korean traditional
    costumes among China’s Korean ethnic minority (Chaoxianzu). Using CLO3D digital modelling and
    questionnaire surveys (n = 107), we found that digital display methods excel in communicating costume
    characteristics through three-dimensional visualisation and multi-angle presentation, with particularly
    strong evaluations for intuitiveness (81.31%) and colour representation (76.64%). Digital methods
    significantly enhance cultural understanding (75.70%) and stimulate innovative applications (70.09%),
    especially among younger audiences (85% positive response rate). Our findings reveal that digital and
    physical display methods serve complementary rather than competing roles—digital methods excel in
    accessibility and spatial representation (87.85% preferred for multi-angle observation). In comparison,
    traditional approaches provide essential tactile experiences, which are valued for their material experience
    (89.72%). Statistical analysis identifies 360◦ multi-angle observation (β = 0.41) and magnified detail
    observation (β = 0.35) as the most critical technical factors affecting perception value. This research
    provides empirical evidence for developing integrated preservation strategies that combine digital
    technologies with traditional approaches to enhance the transmission and sustainable development of
    ethnic costume heritage.
  • 3-International Group Standard
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(2): 73-86. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim52090001
    This standard is drafted in accordance with ISO (2024). Guidance on new work, ISO PUB100438.
    Geneva: International Organization for Standardization and GB/T 1.1-2020 Guidelines for Stan
    dardization, Part I: Structure and Drafting Policy for Standards.
    This document is issued jointly by the Textile Bioengineering and Informatics Society and the
    China Textile Engineering Society.
    This document is under the jurisdiction of the Textile Bioengineering and the Informatics Society
    China Textile Engineering Society.
    Please note that certain contents of this document may involve patent-related information. The
    issuing agency of this document does not bear the risk of identifying patent-related contents.
  • Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(2): 87-94. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim52090002
    This standard is drafted in accordance with ISO (2024). Guidance on new work, ISO PUB100438.
    Geneva: International Organization for Standardization and GB/T 1.1-2020 Directives for stan
    dardization - Part 1: Rules for the structure and drafting of standardizing documents.
    This document is issued jointly by the Textile Bioengineering and Informatics Society and the
    China Textile Engineering Society.
    This document is under the jurisdiction of the Textile Bioengineering and the Informatics Society
    China Textile Engineering Society.
    Please note that certain contents of this document may involve patent-related information. The
    issuing agency of this document does not bear the risk of identifying patent-related contents.

  • 3-International Group Standard
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(1): 69-80. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim59030001
    This document specifies the method principles, test equipment, test device, test results and test report of the retention capacity of the smoothness appearance of fabrics after laundering and drying procedures based on the infrared image analysis technology.
    This document shall be primarily applicable to the laundering and drying procedures specified in GB/T 8629-2017 or GB/T 19981(all parts) but also applies to other laundering and drying procedures.
  • 3-International Group Standard
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(1): 81-94. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim38090001
    This document specifies the terms, definitions, technical requirements, ecological safety, hygienic safety, test methods, inspection rules, marks, labels, packaging, storage and transportation of anti-virus and anti-bacterial liquid finishing agents for textiles.
    This document is applicable to liquid anti-virus and anti-bacterial finishing agents for textiles, and antiviral additives for spinning reference implementation.
  • Original Article
    Xu Wang, Su-Jian Zhang, Kristina Brubacher, Barbara Waters, Yi Li
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(1): 1-14. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim02951
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    Fabric hand properties significantly influence consumer satisfaction and product quality in the textile industry. This study investigates the application of the Fabric Touch Tester (FTT) and Fabric Big Data (FBD) platform for digitising and tracing fabric hand properties during wool textile manufacturing. The research builds on prior studies, confirming that FTT effectively quantifies hand properties during manufacturing, while the FBD platform enables real-time visualisation and networked access to production data. Results reveal that this approach allows fabric properties during manufacturing to be well monitored and enable manufacturers to consider whether redundant steps could be eliminated to enhance resource efficiency. Additionally, this study demonstrates how integrating digital tools into production workflows aligns with ESG and ESPR goals by reducing waste and optimising resource use. These findings offer practical guidance for advancing sustainable textile manufacturing, laying the foundation for more intelligent and transparent production systems.
  • Original Article
    Han-Xin Liu, Xiao-Xin Yang, Shu-Qi Liu, Jing Guo
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(1): 15-28. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim03237
    Warmth is a key consideration for consumers when choosing products. Existing research has mostly focused on testing the warmth performance of down products in a horizontal state, neglecting the nonhorizontal state during actual wearing. This study investigates the thermal insulation performance of down waddings under different placement conditions and their interrelationships. Four types of stitching spacing and five types of unit filling amounts are determined through market research, and 20 pieces of down waddings are made. Thermal resistance experiments are conducted in both horizontal placement and 24-hour suspension states. The experimental results show that under 24-hour suspension, the thermal resistance value of down waddings generally decreases; Under the same stitching spacing conditions, the unit filling amount corresponding to the maximum thermal resistance value in the 24-hour suspension state has decreased; There is a significant difference in thermal resistance values between the two placement states, with a Pearson correlation coefficient of 0.939, indicating a strong positive correlation; A mathematical regression model y = 0.825x + 0.033 is established through SPSS analysis to describe the relationship between the thermal insulation of down wadding in two different placement conditions. The findings of this study provide an important theoretical basis and practical guidance for further research, design, and production of down products.
  • Original Article
    Hai-Yang Wang, Long Wu, Jing Qi, Jun-Tao Ding, Yue Wang
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(1): 29-39. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim03231
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    This work realises the total parametric design of the insole through the topological structural design of the lattice units, which helps to meet the pressure requirements of different locations and increase the comfort and personalisation of insoles. Prior research has primarily concentrated on creating planar porous structures and basic geometric insole structures; intricate three-dimensional lattice structure optimisation has been systematically neglected. To close this gap, the research examines three common porous lattice structural units for analysis: equilateral triangular, square, and hexagonal units. It does this by using 3D printing technology to produce customised insoles. In addition, variance analysis is carried out, and the orthogonal experimental design method is used to examine the significant impact of structural design factors on the compressive performance of the porous lattice structure. The lattice’s structural neutral size, unit size, and rod diameter are chosen to influence the elastic modulus. With a 22% reduction in maximum plantar pressure and an 18% reduction in average pressure compared to the uniform solid structure, research reveals a considerable improvement in plantar pressure distribution with the lattice insole structure created in this study. In the meantime, the porous lattice structure’s overall weight is 15% less than that of the solid structure, which successfully reduces the insole’s burden while still fulfilling the standards for mechanical performance. This study offers a fresh technological perspective on creating customised, comfortable insoles.
  • Original Article
    Ruo-Bi Zhang, Hui Yang, Ying-Chun Le, Wen-Ru He, Ming-Wen Zhang
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(1): 41-55. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim03192
    To increase the protective capacity of yarns while maintaining human wearing comfort, pure UHMWPE filament and Spandex were combined to fabricate an elastic high-performance covered yarn. The various wrapping process parameters were adjusted to prepare this single-lay-covered yarn with a perfect wrapping status, which also can achieve the balance of strength and elasticity. It was discovered that the wrapping process seriously affected the covered yarn’s performance, and the new single-lay covered yarn showed desirable high strength and super elasticity. The strength of covered yarns shows three types of trend with the twist added, including first steep (300 t/m ∼ 400 t/m), then gentle (500 t/m ∼ 600 t/m) and last drastic (700 t/m ∼ 800 t/m). The covered yarn twisted at 700 t/m shows the optimal coverage morphology, excellent elasticity, and high strength. Finally, an elastic cut-resistant fabric is practically knitted by this fabricated elastic cut-resistant composite yarn, and it presents good flexibility and protection with Level 2 cut resistance under standard testing. The fabricated elastic high-performance covered yarn is an ideal material for producing highly elastic protective textiles and is applied to manufacture high-quality flexible protective equipment.
  • Original Article
    Shi-Yao Chu, Li-Min Shi, Ying Yang
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2025, 18(1): 57-68. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim03052
    To solve the problems of wheelchair users’ shoes and boots in the aspects of convenience, warmth, and comfort in low-temperature environments and better meet their physiological and psychological needs, this paper proposes a structural design scheme of easy-to-wear and take-off warm boots based on a new type of warm wadding. At the same time, the fuzzy mathematics comprehensive evaluation method was used to select a new kind of flocculant with excellent thermal and wet comfort polyester fiber flocculant as the filling material for the follow-up warm boots. This paper has guiding significance and application value to the development and application of wheelchair users to put on and take off warm boots.
  • Si-Ling Lin, Jin-Zhao Zhang, Chun-Ming Zhao, Yi Ren, Long Li, Wei Fan
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2024, 17(3): 129-140. https://doi.org/10.3993/jfbim02972
    To prepare wearable personal thermal management fabric, conductive yarn was synthesised by in-situ polymerisation of polyaniline (PANI) and electroless silver plated nanoparticles (AgNPs) using acrylic (PAN) yarn as substrate. Subsequently, AgNPs/PANI/PAN conductive yarns of different structures are woven. SEM, XRD and FT-IR characterised the structure and properties of AgNPs/PANI/PAN yarns. The resistance and temperature of fabric at different voltages were measured by four probe testers and a thermal infrared imager. The results show that when AgNO3 concentration is 10 g/L, the resistance of AgNPs/PANI/PAN conductive yarn is 0.81 Ω/cm. At the same warp and weft density, the resistance of the satin fabric is 0.272 Ω/sq, and the resistance of the plain fabric is 0.404 Ω/sq. When the voltage is 0.8 V, the equilibrium temperature of the satin fabric reaches 77.6 ◦C, and that of the plain fabric reaches 63.4 ◦C. With the increase of applied voltage, the heat loss of satin fabric decreases during the heating process.
  • Uwe Reischl, Konrad Meister, Nikki Falcon, Tatum Lowenberg, Estabon Bozeman
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2024, 17(3): 141-149. https://doi.org/10.3993jfbim00191
    Fabric flammability is influenced by factors such as the composition of the fibre material, the manufacturing process and additional chemical treatments that are applied. These variables make it difficult to predict the nature and intensity of a clothing fire and the risk of injury associated with flame exposure. The severity of an injury will depend on the duration of the exposure and the temperature of the flames. This investigation aimed to identify the flaming characteristics of multi-layered fabric samples, which have not been reported extensively in the literature. Ninety fabric samples were used in this study, including cotton, wool, polyester, nylon and silk. The tests were conducted inside a controlled laboratory environment. The results revealed that fabric flame temperatures and burn times for wool, polyester, nylon and silk decreased significantly with adding one and two fabric layers. This appears to represent a “protective factor” against burn injury. However, the Cotton samples exhibited the opposite. The maximum flame temperature and combustion times were increased when additional layers were applied. Therefore, it is necessary to perform flammability tests that include multiple layers of fabric material when assessing the potential for fire injury in clothing.
  • Yi-Dan Zhang, Xiao-Feng Jiang
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2024, 17(3): 151-162. https://doi.org/10.3993jfbim03062
    As a visual symbol of information, brand identity influences consumers’ perception of brand image and their purchase intention. However, few literatures have examined the influence of brand identity color on consumers’ purchase intention. The present study takes the green brand logo of clothing as a stimulus material to explore the green symbol of its color and the influence of consumers’ green consumption intention. The results show that (1) the color of clothing brand logo has a significant impact on consumers’ green consumption intention. Consumers have the strongest purchase intention aroused by green clothing brand logos, and the weakest purchase intention aroused by red and purple clothing brand logos. (2) Consumers have the strongest purchase intention provoked by dark-colored clothing brand logos, and the weakest purchase intention provoked by light-colored clothing brand logos; (3) Green purchase intention is highly correlated with the symbol of clothing brand logo color.
  • Han-Xin Liu, Xiao-Xin Yang, Yue Yin, Jing Guo
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2024, 17(3): 163-177. https://doi.org/10.3993jfbim01722
    Supportive waist protection is the most used among various functional waist protection products. It achieves its supportive effect primarily through elastic-banded supportive strips, with their shape, number, and material influencing the level of support. This study assesses the subjective and objective pressure comfort of waist protection with different support strip designs, utilizing a combination of subjective pressure numerical representation and the Novel-appliance pressure testing system. The findings indicate that pressure from supportive waist protection is primarily concentrated in the posterior and lateral lumbar regions, with the lateral region experiencing greater pressure than the anterior and posterior centre regions. Moreover, pressure along the abdominal circumference line generally exceeds that along the waist circumference line. The comfortable pressure value in the posterior waist region exceeds that in the lateral and frontal regions. Finally, varying shapes, numbers, and materials of support strips result in different pressure intensities in the posterior waist region, with 4 strips of bionic material offering the best waist comfort and 4 strips of steel plate providing the least comfort.
  • Jin-Yuan Cai, Tian-Tian Wu, Ai-Min Xiao
    Journal of Fiber and Bioengineering and Informatics. 2024, 17(3): 179-189. https://doi.org/10.3993jfbim02971
    Analysing human body shapes requires a substantial amount of anthropometric data. However, traditional manual measurement methods are often inefficient, while 3D scanning devices are expensive and inconvenient. To address these challenges, this study presents a method based on the U2-Net neural network model for extracting human body contours in complex backgrounds, feature point extraction, and circumference fitting analysis. Using data enhancement techniques, we utilized a dataset comprising 2 560 frontal and lateral images of individuals against various backgrounds, which was augmented to 42 800 images. Subsequently, a deep learning network model was trained to accurately fit chest, waist, and hip circumference measurements. Finally, 20 samples were selected for validation, and the predicted values were compared with manually measured values, showing that the errors fall within an acceptable range. The effectiveness and accuracy of this method have been validated, providing a practical solution for anthropometric data collection and body shape research in remote areas.
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