아웃도어 웨어 기능성 요구에 따른 스마트 아웃도어 재킷 설계시안

Abstract

This study revealed the results related to the functionality of outdoor wear required when man and womenin their 30s to 50s engage in outdoor activities. Based on the results of the survey, we proposed composition draft fora smart outdoor jacket with main functions of GPS device and light-emitting device using solar cell and EL. Absorptionand release of sweat, functionality regarding rain and wind, and lightweightness, etc. from material functionalities of outdoorwear were found to be important. From function required in clothing for outdoor activity, location tracking, nightglow, and lighting functions were found to be most important. For results investigating the necessity of the jacket's locationtracking function and lighting function using solar cell, high scores of 3.9~4.0 were given. Purchase intentions forsmart outdoor jacket with location tracking and lighting functions devised by this study were fairly positive and mostresponses indicated that the appropriate purchase price was between 200,000 to 300,000 won while possible problems ofthis smart outdoor jacket were listed in the order of washing inconvenience, high price, device weight, and discomfortin movement. The draft proposal to integrate with wearable devices for smart outdoor jacket prototype is as follows: Solarcell has been attached to the upper arm but placed inside a transparent pocket which has been detachable for washingconvenience while the solar cell and controller have been integrated into a single unit. Using frequent movement exhibitedby the arms, EL has been attached along the center line of the raglan sleeve for easy spotting when used as an emergencysignal or for night lighting function during outdoor activity. GPS has been attached on the left sleeve so that theperson can bend the left arm inward and operate the GPS screen with the right hand while walking or running outdoors.