Thermal Conductivity Properties of Summer Cooling Towels

Abstract:

This study evaluated the cooling properties of summer cooling towels of different brands by studying the liquid moisture management behavior. All the samples were found to provide a cooling effect at first contact after being wetted. The samples of Perfect Fitness showed the highest cooling effect followed, whereas N-rit, Cooldyxm and Ice Towel samples had the poorest cooling effect. Through this study, the general cooling effect of summer cooling towels in the market can be compared which provide some idea to the consumer for product selection.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volume 901)
• Pages: 95-102
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.901.95
• Online since: August 2020
• Authors: Yim Ling Lam, Wen Yi Wang, Chi Wai Kan*, Maturod Viengsima, Kasem Manarungwit, Nongnut Sasithorn, Jitti Pattavanitch, Rattanaphol Mongkholrattanasit
• Keywords: Cooling Towel, Fabric Structure, Fabric Thickness, Thermal Conductivity

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