Resource Person(s) with Affiliation: Dr. Babita Bhandari, Course
Coordinator, Assistant Professor, NIFT, Kangra
Date: 18th March, 2024
Venue: M1, M – Block, Invertis University
Attendees: Undergraduate Students of Department of Fashion Design
Convener: Ms. Shewali Sahay
Event Description:
On March 18, 2024, the Department of Fashion Design was honored to host a guest lecture
on "Smart Textiles," delivered by Dr. Babita Bhandari, Course Coordinator, Assistant Professor, NIFT Kangra.
The lecture aimed to introduce our undergraduate students to the exciting and rapidly evolving world of
smart textiles. Dr. Bhandari began by explaining the fundamental types of smart textiles—passive, active,
and ultra-smart textiles—highlighting their ability to sense, react, and adapt to environmental stimuli. The
presentation covered the integration of advanced materials like conductive fibers, microelectronics, and
nanotechnology, which are pivotal in creating these innovative textiles.
Throughout the lecture, Dr. Bhandari, showcased a variety of real-world applications of
smart textiles. The sports and fitness industry benefits from clothing embedded with performance-tracking
sensors, while the fashion industry is exploring garments that change color and pattern in response to
environmental changes. Additionally, military and defense sectors are utilizing adaptive camouflage and
health-monitoring uniforms, and smart home textiles are being developed to regulate light and temperature,
enhancing comfort and energy efficiency.
The session concluded with a dynamic Q&A segment, where students eagerly engaged with
Dr. Bhandari, asking questions about the future prospects of smart textiles. The lecture not only broadened
the students' understanding of smart textiles but also sparked a keen interest in pursuing further research
and careers in this innovative field.