Soliyarn — Design & R&D Collaboration
Soliyarn develops smart textile coatings and conductive systems to enable heating, sensing and durable liquid repellency without compromising fabric hand or breathability. This case study documents prototype work, integration strategies and outcomes.
- Thermal integration and heating panels
- Sensing, connectors and controls
- Material stacks & DWR balance
Project summary
Work combined textile chemistry, electrical integration and human-centered design to deliver wearable, testable prototypes. Contributions included layout design for heating panels, waterproof connections and material selection to optimize comfort and performance.
Key contributions
- Collaborated with R&D engineers to integrate conductive coatings and heating elements.
- Designed packaging and routing for electrical components to preserve aesthetics and comfort.
- Participated in testing cycles to validate performance and durability.
Thermal integration
Embedding heating panels and routing power while optimizing fit and comfort.
Sensing & controls
Sensor placement, connector routing and user interface concepts.
Material selection
Substrate and coating choices balanced for durability, breathability and hand.
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