Application of technical textiles in sports

Zhezhova, Silvana and Jordeva, Sonja and Risteski, Sanja and Golomeova, Saska and Dimitrijeva-Kuzmanoska, Vanga (2024) Application of technical textiles in sports. Koža & Obuća, 73 (2). pp. 3-10. ISSN 1849-9767

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Abstract

Textile materials are used in all kinds of sports as sportswear in the form of shorts, T- shirts, tracksuits,
swimwear, compression garments etc. Except for making clothes, textiles are used as an integral part of
sports equipment or part of sports footwear. Also, technical textiles are widely used for production of
sports accessories to provide additional comfort, support, and functionality. The application of textile
composites in sports equipment has proven to be very useful, not only for improving overall performance
but also in controlling every possible feature, leading to safer and fairer sports.
Sports textile is a growing industry and participates with 7.3 % in the global technical textiles market.
Generally, textile materials used in sportswear have high heat and moisture transport capacity,
lightweight, fast-drying capacity, and elasticity. These materials also have superior strength and
durability. The latest textile materials used to make sportswear have different functional properties in
order to meet the specific requirements in various sports activities. Consumption of textile materials in
sports has increased significantly in the last few decades. This is due to the growing interest of the world
population in sports and fitness activities, coupled with growing awareness of the importance of active
lifestyles, drives demand for sportswear and equipment.
Keywords: sportswear; sports equipment; wearable comfort; textile structures

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	Engineering and Technology > Other engineering and technologies
Divisions:	Faculty of Technology
Depositing User:	Silvana Zezova
Date Deposited:	08 Jul 2024 09:21
Last Modified:	08 Jul 2024 09:23
URI:	https://eprints.ugd.edu.mk/id/eprint/34438

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