This volume describes the latest developments in protective clothing against nearly any kind of threat for both military and civilians. It deals with protection through the use of nanotechnology, interactive clothing and biotechnological processes. Factors such as comfort and ballistics are also considered in the book, and several practical examples are discussed. All papers are written by leading experts in their respective fields. Professionals and students alike will benefit from the knowledge and expertise imparted in these outstanding contributions.

Presents the fundamentals of intelligent textiles for ballistic and NBC protection Lays the foundation for the science of engineering design of intelligent textiles Provides a comprehensive assessment of cutting edge research in intelligent textiles Demonstrates the importance of comfort in the successful deployment of intelligent textiles Covers emerging technologies including nanotechnology and antimicrobials for intelligent textiles

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The Engineering Design of Intelligent Protective Textiles And Clothing; S. Park and S. Jayaraman.- Wearable Optical Chemical Sensors; A. Lobnik.- Textiles and Microbes; J. Freney and F. N.R. Renaud.- Assessment of the Coupled Heat and Mass Transfer through Protective Garments Using Manikins and Other Advanced Measurement Devices; R.M. Rossi and A. Psikuta.- Heat Strain in Personal Protective Clothing: Challenges and Intervention Strategies; T.M.McLellan and H.A.M. Daanen.- Smart Textiles: An Overview; L.Van Langenhove et al.- Innovative 3D Textile Structure for Soft Body Armor Protection: EPIDARM Project; J. Maillet et al.- Activated Natural Zeolites on Textiles: Protection from Radioactive Contamination; A.M. Grancaric et al.- Developments in Decontamination Technologies of Military Personnel and Equipment; U.R. Sata and S.S. Ramkumar.- Nanomaterials for Defense Applications; U. Turaga et al.-