Key issues related to thermal comfort of clothing

Some of the key issues related to thermal comfort performance evaluation and development of new fabrics are discussed in this section. These key issues need to be thoroughly researched and resolved in order to develop high-performance and cost-efficient clothing that can provide better comfort to wearers. 

ASTM F 1291, 2010. Standard test method for measuring the thermal insulation of elothing using a heated manikin. 

ASTM F 1868, 2014. Standard test method for thermal and evaporative resistance of clothing materials using a sweating hot plate. 

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