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2025 article

US female firefighter anthropometrics versus wildland firefighting protective clothing sizing standards

Bolaji, J., Qiu, Z., McQuerry, M., & Kwon, C. (2025, May 15). INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND ERGONOMICS, Vol. 5.

By: J. Bolaji*, Z. Qiu n, M. McQuerry* & C. Kwon n

author keywords: female firefighter; wildland; protective clothing; sizing; fit; body scanning; National Fire Protection Association; safety
topics (OpenAlex): Occupational Health and Performance; Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders; Thermoregulation and physiological responses
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
5. Gender Equality (OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: May 27, 2025

2025 journal article

A comparative anthropometric analysis of US female firefighters versus the general female population

JOURNAL OF SAFETY RESEARCH, 93, 206–213.

By: J. Bolaji, Z. Qiu, M. Mcquerry & C. Kwon*

author keywords: 3D body scanning; Protective clothing; Female firefighter; Sizing; Anthropometrics
topics (OpenAlex): Occupational Health and Performance; Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders; Aerospace and Aviation Technology
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
5. Gender Equality (OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 10, 2025

2025 conference paper

A Comparative Anthropometric Analysis of Female Firefighters versus the General US Female Population

International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings.

Contributors: C. Kwon

Source: ORCID
Added: January 29, 2025

2024 journal article

FitECG: Validating contact pressure prediction model for inclusive wearable health monitoring with sports bra

SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL, 383.

By: S. Youn*, K. Mathur* & A. Mills*

author keywords: Electronic textiles (E-textile); Electrocardiogram (ECG); Contact pressure (CP); Biosignals quality; Gender-specific design; 3-lead optimal location; Simulation-based CP model
topics (OpenAlex): Muscle activation and electromyography studies; Non-Invasive Vital Sign Monitoring; Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: December 27, 2024

2024 journal article

Environmental sustainability, healthcare workers and healthcare students: a literature review of attitudes and learning approaches

Health Professions Education, 10(3), 12.

By: P. McCauley, K. Mathur, R. Miab, N. Cohen, K. Henriques-Thompson & J. Gopinath

topics (OpenAlex): Sustainability in Higher Education
Source: ORCID
Added: December 12, 2024

2024 journal article

Advanced Virtual Fit Technology for Precision Pressure Application in Medical Compression Waistbands

APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL, 14(22).

By: S. Youn n, S. Zhan n & K. Mathur n

author keywords: computer-aided design (CAD); virtual fit; compression garment design; contact pressure; pressure simulation; strain simulation; manikin scanning; digital twin
topics (OpenAlex): Thermoregulation and physiological responses; Infrared Thermography in Medicine; Textile materials and evaluations
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: November 19, 2024

2024 journal article

An eco-friendly droplet-wet spinning technology for producing high-quality hemp/cotton blend yarn

JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION, 475.

By: Y. Ling*, Y. Liu*, R. Yin* & A. West*

author keywords: Droplet-wet spinning; Ring spinning; Sustainable textiles; Hemp/cotton blend yarn
topics (OpenAlex): Textile materials and evaluations
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 22, 2024

2024 article

A regression waist level defined for 3D body scans

Xia, S., Li, J., Istook, C. L., West, A. J., & Bruner, D. (2024, June 8). JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE, Vol. 6.

author keywords: Waist level; 3D scans; body scanning; linear regression
topics (OpenAlex): 3D Shape Modeling and Analysis; Computer Graphics and Visualization Techniques; Advanced Numerical Analysis Techniques
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 17, 2024

2024 journal article

Enhancing Biosignal Quality in Electrocardiogram Monitoring Garments: Validation of a Simulation-Based Contact Pressure Model

ACS APPLIED ENGINEERING MATERIALS, 2(6), 1640–1653.

By: S. Youn n, A. Mills n, A. West n, E. Denhartog n & K. Mathur n

author keywords: electrocardiogram signal quality; ECG chest band; knit structure; contact pressure model (CP model); electronic textile (E-textile)
topics (OpenAlex): Textile materials and evaluations; Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders; Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 15, 2024

2024 article

Inclusive Design of Advanced Wearable Health Monitoring Systems: Validating a Contact Pressure Prediction Model with a Sports Bra

SSRN.

By: S. Youn*, K. Mathur* & A. Mills

Contributors: S. Youn*, K. Mathur* & A. Mills

topics (OpenAlex): Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders
Source: ORCID
Added: June 15, 2024

2024 article

Evaluation of a new artificial intelligence-based textile digitization using fabric drape

Youn, S., West, A., & Mathur, K. (2024, April 8). TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, Vol. 4.

By: S. Youn n, A. West n & K. Mathur n

Contributors: S. Youn n, A. West n & K. Mathur n

author keywords: Textile digitization; three-dimensional garment simulation; artificial intelligence-powered digitization; digitized physical properties; drape test
topics (OpenAlex): Textile materials and evaluations; 3D Shape Modeling and Analysis; Industrial Vision Systems and Defect Detection
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 15, 2024

2024 article

Comparative study of physical and virtual fabric parameters: physical versus virtual drape test using commercial 3D garment software

Youn, S., Knowles, C. G., Mills, A. C., & Mathur, K. (2024, February 2). JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE, Vol. 2.

By: S. Youn n, C. Knowles*, A. Mills n & K. Mathur n

Contributors: S. Youn n, C. Knowles*, A. Mills n & K. Mathur n

author keywords: 3D Fabric simulation; Cusick drape; virtual drape; textile digitization; digitized physical property; simulation parameter; particle distance
topics (OpenAlex): Textile materials and evaluations; 3D Shape Modeling and Analysis; Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: February 10, 2024

2024 journal article

Malaria incidence and prevalence: An ecological analysis through Six Sigma approach

European Journal of Environment and Public Health.

topics (OpenAlex): Malaria Research and Control; Mosquito-borne diseases and control; Diverse Scientific Research Studies
TL;DR: The statistical analysis revealed that using insecticide treated nets by children and individuals significantly decreased the death count, as 1,000 individuals sleeping under ITNs could reduce the death count by eight. (via Semantic Scholar)
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3. Good Health and Well-being (OpenAlex)
Source: ORCID
Added: February 1, 2024

2023 conference paper

Evaluation female firefighter anthropometrics for improved mobility and design in personal protective clothing for the United States fire service

10th European Conference on Protective Clothing.

Contributors: C. Kwon

Source: ORCID
Added: January 29, 2025

2023 journal article

A Review of 3D Digital Garment Simulation Strategies for Enhanced Wearables and Medical-grade Applications <sup>?</sup>

Journal of Fiber Bioengineering and Informatics, 16(3), 193–211.

By: S. Youn* & K. Mathur

Contributors: S. Youn* & K. Mathur

topics (OpenAlex): Textile materials and evaluations; 3D Shape Modeling and Analysis; Cultural and Historical Studies
Source: ORCID
Added: June 15, 2024

2023 conference paper

A Review on Digital Simulation Strategies and Its Applications for Advanced Compression Garments

Textile Bioengineering and Informatics Symposium Proceedings, TBIS, 2023-August, 106–114. http://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?eid=2-s2.0-85189755648&partnerID=MN8TOARS

By: S. Youn, R. Darden & K. Mathur

Contributors: S. Youn, R. Darden & K. Mathur

Source: ORCID
Added: June 15, 2024

2023 journal article

Revolutionizing Textile and Apparel Manufacturing through Digitization: Cutting-edge Three-dimensional Garment Simulation at ITMA 2023

Journal of Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management, 2023(Special Issue 2). http://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?eid=2-s2.0-85187911110&partnerID=MN8TOARS

By: S. Youn

Contributors: S. Youn

Source: ORCID
Added: June 15, 2024

2023 conference paper

Simulation-based Prediction Model to Optimize Contact Pressure of Knitted Fabrics for Wearable Garments

Human Interaction and Emerging Technologies (IHIET-AI 2023): Artificial Intelligence and Future Applications.

By: S. Youn*, K. Mathur, C. Knowles, B. Ju, B. Sennik & J. Jur

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials; Textile materials and evaluations; Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (OpenAlex)
Source: ORCID
Added: October 24, 2023

2023 journal article

Simulation-Based Contact Pressure Prediction Model to Optimize Health Monitoring Using E-Textile Integrated Garment

IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL, 23(16), 18316–18324.

By: S. Youn n, C. Knowles n, B. Ju n, B. Sennik n, K. Mathur n, A. Mills n, J. Jur n

Contributors: S. Youn n, C. Knowles n, B. Ju n, B. Sennik n, K. Mathur n, A. Mills n, J. Jur n

author keywords: Biosignals; cloth simulation; compression garments; contact pressure (CP) prediction; electrocardiog-raphy; electronic textile (E-textile); knit fabrics; material selection; wearing comfort
topics (OpenAlex): Textile materials and evaluations; Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials; Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: September 5, 2023

2023 article

A critical review of characterization and measurement of textile-grade hemp fiber

Kirk, H., Henson, C., Seevers, R., Liu, Y., West, A., Suchoff, D., & Yin, R. (2023, July 31). CELLULOSE, Vol. 7.

author keywords: Hemp fiber; Textile fiber; Fiber characterization; Testing standards; Fiber properties
topics (OpenAlex): Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites; Textile materials and evaluations; Tree Root and Stability Studies
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (OpenAlex)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: August 21, 2023

2023 article

Environmental sustainability, healthcare workers and healthcare students: a literature review of attitudes and learning approaches

McCauley, P., Mathur, K., Cohen, N., Henriques-Thompson, K., Gopinath, J., & Miab, R. K. (2023, April 7).

By: P. McCauley n, K. Mathur n, N. Cohen n, K. Henriques-Thompson n, J. Gopinath n & R. Miab n

topics (OpenAlex): Healthcare and Environmental Waste Management; Occupational Health and Safety Research; Climate Change and Health Impacts
Source: ORCID
Added: July 31, 2023

2023 journal article

The Impacts of Medical Textile Waste After COVID-19: Reviewing Challenges and Potential Solutions

Materials Circular Economy.

By: P. McCauley n, K. Mathur n, K. Henriques-Thompson n & R. Miab n

topics (OpenAlex): Healthcare and Environmental Waste Management
TL;DR: The COVID-19 pandemic appears to have hastened the implementation of policies, programs, and projects directed towards a more sustainable healthcare and a reduction and/or reutilization of medical textile waste. (via Semantic Scholar)
Source: ORCID
Added: July 31, 2023

2023 journal article

Efficient Poisson's Ratio Evaluation of Weft-Knitted Auxetic Metamaterials

TEXTILES, 3(3), 275–286.

author keywords: auxetic fabric; weft knitting; metamaterials; negative Poisson's ratio; fabric deformation
topics (OpenAlex): Cellular and Composite Structures; Advanced Materials and Mechanics; Automotive and Human Injury Biomechanics
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 16, 2023

2023 journal article

Female firefighters' increased risk of occupational exposure due to ill-fitting personal protective clothing

FRONTIERS IN MATERIALS, 10.

By: M. McQuerry*, C. Kwon n & M. Poley-Bogan*

author keywords: female firefighter; personal protective clothing; turnout gear; wildland; protection; fit; sizing
topics (OpenAlex): Occupational Health and Performance; Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders; Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Pathologies
TL;DR: Overall results indicate female firefighters are wearing PPC with significant fit issues that not only reduce their comfort and restrict their mobility but pose increased safety risks related to occupational exposure. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
5. Gender Equality (OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: May 30, 2023

2023 journal article

Mosquito Blood Feeding Prevention Using an Extra-Low DC Voltage Charged Cloth

INSECTS, 14(5).

By: K. Luan*, M. McCord n, A. West*, G. Cave n, N. Travanty n, C. Apperson n, R. Roe n

author keywords: mosquito; electric; textile; probing; protection; low-voltage
topics (OpenAlex): Mosquito-borne diseases and control; Insect and Pesticide Research; Insect and Arachnid Ecology and Behavior
TL;DR: A novel 3-D textile was developed based on the mosquito head structure that when charged with 15 volts was 100% effective in preventing mosquito blood feeding across an artificial membrane to demonstrate for the first time the use of a biomimetic, mosquito-repelling technology to prevent blood feeding using extra-low energy consumption. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 25, 2023

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