Computer-Assisted Modeling and Design of Compression Garments with Graded Unit Compression

This article presents a useful algorithm for designing compression products with intended and graded unit pressure along the part of the body covered with the mentioned garments. The algorithm was developed using Laplace's law and a designated experimental function describing the relationship b...

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Published in:AUTEX Research Journal 2022-03, Vol.22 (1), p.80-88
Main Authors: Kowalski, Krzysztof, Kłonowska, Magdalena, Sujka, Witold, Latańska, Ilona, Kowalski, Tomasz Marek
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
compression classes
compression products
Compression therapy
Design algorithm
Laplace's law
Materials science
Textiles
unit pressure
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Summary:This article presents a useful algorithm for designing compression products with intended and graded unit pressure along the part of the body covered with the mentioned garments. The algorithm was developed using Laplace's law and a designated experimental function describing the relationship between strength and relative elongation of knitted fabric, and the results of 3D scanning of different body parts. On this basis, two examples of products in the form of a leg sleeve and arm sleeve were designed for the treatment of lymphoedema in compression classes II and III. The presented compression product design procedure facilitates the process of designing compression garments and eliminates some errors related to this procedure.
ISSN:2300-0929
1470-9589
2300-0929
DOI:10.2478/aut-2020-0048