Conductive fibers and yarns for smart textiles

摘要

The Belgian company NV Bekaert SA, Zweve-gem, transforms metal and other fibers into high-performance yarns, woven fabrics, and nonwovens and knitted structures. They are used in a wide variety of textiles that require anti-static, shielding, heat-resistant, heatable and conductive properties. They are used for smart textiles, which need to be durable, discrete and customizable. The fibers are available in a wide range of conductivities. They enable safe, reliable and efficient energy and data transfer in a wide range of applications including smart clothing, wearable technology, RF1D antennas and sensors. The yarns can be easily processed with standard textile process techniques such as embroidery.