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A Comparative Analysis of Thermoelectric Modules for the Purpose of Ensuring Thermal Comfort in Protective Clothing

Applied Sciences, 2021
In recent times, more and more workers are exposed to thermal stress due to climate changes and increased ambient temperature. Demanding physical activities and the use of protective clothing are additional sources of thermal load for workers. Therefore,
Anna Dąbrowska, Monika Kobus, Bartosz Pękosławski, Łukasz Starzak   +3 more
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Fabric Selection for the Reference Clothing Destined for Ergonomics Test of Protective Clothing: Physiological Comfort Point of View

AUTEX Research Journal, 2016
The currently used methods of ergonomic assessment of protective clothing depend on the subjective feeling of research participants and don’t take into consideration all aspects of its use.
Bartkowiak Grażyna, Frydrych Iwona, Greszta Agnieszka   +2 more
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Preliminary study on the thermomechanical treatment of shape memory alloys for applications in clothing protecting against heat

Advances in Mechanical Engineering, 2017
Nowadays, a rapid growth of smart materials’ implementation in textiles and clothing can be observed as it allows attaining the functions and properties unachievable with conventional materials.
Grażyna Bartkowiak, Anna Dąbrowska, Małgorzata Okrasa, Grzegorz Włoch   +3 more
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Modified Polymer Materials for Use in Selected Personal Protective Equipment Products

AUTEX Research Journal, 2017
The paper discusses the methods of modification of melt-blown polymer materials by the addition of a bactericidal agent or superabsorbent directly to the fibre-forming area during the melt-blown production process.
Irzmańska Emilia, Brochocka Agnieszka
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Experimental Investigation of the Wettability of Protective Glove Materials: A Biomimetic Perspective

AUTEX Research Journal, 2021
The objective of the present work was to evaluate the surface wettability of commercially available polymeric protective gloves, as well as to determine the effects of their surface topography in conjunction with the glove material on the hydrophobic ...
Irzmańska Emilia, Jastrzębska Aleksandra, Kaczmarek Łukasz, Adamus-Włodarczyk Agnieszka   +3 more
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Analysis of the Possibility of Using Energy Harvesters to Power Wearable Electronics in Clothing

Advances in Materials Science and Engineering, 2019
The purpose of this study is to analyze the state-of-art knowledge of the use of energy harvesters (EHs) to power the wearables of clothing. The study discusses some examples of clothing with incorporated different types of EHs, harvesting energy from ...
Anna Dąbrowska, Agnieszka Greszta
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Influence of Low-Temperature Plasma Treatment on The Liquid Filtration Efficiency of Melt-Blown PP Nonwovens in The Conditions of Simulated Use of Respiratory Protective Equipment

Chemical and Process Engineering, 2017
Filtering nonwovens produced with melt-blown technology are one of the most basic materials used in the construction of respiratory protective equipment (RPE) against harmful aerosols, including bio- and nanoaerosols.
Majchrzycka Katarzyna, Okrasa Małgorzata, Brochocka Agnieszka, Urbaniak-Domagała Wiesława   +3 more
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Electrostatic Properties of Selected Personal Protective Equipment Regarding Explosion Hazard

Journal of Sustainable Mining, 2013
In industries such as the mining, petrochemistry or power industries, personal protective equipment is often used in explosive atmospheres. What causes the occurrence of explosive hazards is ever-present in the work environment they include ...
Marcin Jachowicz
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Evaluation of Functional Insoles for Protective Footwear Under Simulated Use Conditions

AUTEX Research Journal, 2020
The objective of the work was to study the properties of functional insoles for protective footwear using an original methodology by simulating the dynamic real-life conditions.
Irzmańska Emilia, Majchrzycka Katarzyna, Krucińska Izabella, Puchalski Michał, Brochocka Agnieszka, Adamus-Włodarczyk Agnieszka   +5 more
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Unmasking the mask: the role of personal protective equipment for ophthalmologists caring for asymptomatic patients during the COVID-19 pandemic [PDF]

International Journal of Ophthalmology, 2020
The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for ophthalmologists caring for asymptomatic patients remains controversial. This commentary reviews the latest emerging evidence.
Adrian T. Fung
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