Process

First, experimentation via the Soft Robotics resources will be done to test the thermal conductivity of different fabrics. We will be examining the copper taffeta we discussed in class (which is electrically conductive), as well as two other woven materials. 

The product will be made up of two layers of thermally-conductive fabric, on either side of a layer of an insulating material. The heating devices will be sewn into pouches into different sections of the insulating material (likely using darts).  The multiple layers of fabric will then need to be stitched together using a sewing machine and a non-conductive thread, before patterning is used to create the shape of the garment. 

The best locations for such heaters are likely on the thigh, lower back, or upper arms.