Textile Research Institute Visits N&M. Picture/N&M offered

To promote the cross-disciplinary integration of smart textiles and physiological sensing technologies, the Taiwan Textile Research Institute (TTRI) recently visited N&M. During the visit, both parties engaged in in-depth discussions on the development potential of smart clothing and explored ways to enhance the value of textiles through silicon photonic sensing technology.

The discussion centered on integrating silicon photonic sensing modules into textile materials to enable non-invasive physiological data detection. Rone Chiu, Chairman of N&M, emphasized that silicon photonics technology offers advantages such as cost-effectiveness and high integration, making it well-suited for applications in wearable devices and smart apparel. In the future, this technology is expected to play a key role in health monitoring and long-term care.

The meeting also addressed the potential demand and value of smart care products in real-world applications, referencing actual cases such as athletes experiencing abnormal heart rhythms after marathons. These cases underscore the importance of real-time physiological monitoring. Both parties agreed that smart clothing solutions can be applied in various scenarios, including early warnings for high-risk individuals and health tracking for long-term care recipients.

Looking ahead, the potential areas of collaboration include the development of non-invasive optical sensing modules integrated into textiles, coupled with AI-powered data analysis and physiological feedback systems. The parties also aim to partner with organizations experienced in healthcare applications to promote field validation and help establish a comprehensive smart care ecosystem.

This exchange marks a significant step forward in bridging technology and the textile industry, laying a strong foundation for the broader application of smart wearable devices in health monitoring and elderly care.

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