New Test Method for Evaluating Sweat Management in Textile Fabrics
1. Scope
This test method aims to develop a new test method for validating wear comfort by assessing sweat management performance in apparel. It will concurrently measure the absorption rate, vertical wicking rate, and drying rate of test specimens, using digital image analysis to determine wicking height and rate.
Keywords
Sweat Management; Sweat
Rationale
There is no test method for measuring “Sweat Management” that determines different levels of wear comfort of textile fabrics. To address these shortcomings, this test method initiates the development of a novel instrument and testing methodology that eliminates dependence on subjective human judgment. Instead, it adheres to rigorous protocols for fabric calibration, enhanced by digital imaging technology. This technology utilizes custom-designed software that facilitates digitized data collection, real-time data recording and output, and graphical visual analytics.
This approach aims to achieve exceptional levels of accuracy and precision. Additionally, this test method employs a comprehensive data science approach to data management, integrating data collection, analysis, visualization, and storage into our strategy for effective sweat management testing.
The title and scope are in draft form and are under development within this ASTM Committee.
Work Item Status
Date Initiated: 10-28-2025
Technical Contact: saviasachi Vaidya
Item: 000
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