There is a lot of attention paid to ‘smart’ sportswear using wearable technology, but one company is using textile technology to develop fabrics for industrial uses, says Caroline Hayes
Wearable
Intelliconnect adds solderless interconnect for semi-rigid cables
Precision RF and microwave adapters available from Intelliconnect (Europe) now include a solderless interconnect for semi-rigid cables. The company has added to its range of RF and microwave precision connector and adapters. The company now offers a wide range of high specification stainless steel connectors as well as in-series and between-series adapters.
Maxim’s Heart-Rate Sensor Designed Into Fujitsu Connected Technologies’ New Raku Raku Smartphone F-01L for Seniors
MAX30101 enables users to measure stress levels and arterial ageing
The Sensors Behind the GEN II Wearable Device
The population is ageing and more people need healthcare support, which is having a big impact on the overall spend in medical care. As a result of this, authorities and health insurance companies are putting more emphasis on prevention, health awareness, and lifestyle. It is not just about exercising more or better nutrition intake, but in general there is more interest in monitoring certain vital body parameters. This is the reason why companies in the smart and health-watch business have seen their revenue grow over the last few years.
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