Arrangement for a functional textile, system and functional textile

A detachable connection system for functional textiles in clothing and workwear allows for easy maintenance and cleaning of electronic components, addressing the need for robust and versatile smart clothing systems.

EP4280906B1Active Publication Date: 2026-07-08ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
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Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
EP · EP
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
Filing Date
2021-12-23
Publication Date
2026-07-08

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing functional textiles in clothing and protective workwear lack a robust and efficient system for detachable electronic components that can be easily maintained and cleaned without damaging the entire unit.

Method used

A detachable connection system between a functional unit and a receiving unit, where the functional unit is designed to be reversibly connected to the textile via snap-fit, plug-in, screw, bayonet, adhesive, or hook-and-loop connections, with the receiving unit securely attached to the textile, allowing for easy replacement or cleaning of defective parts.

Benefits of technology

Enables the replacement of only defective components, facilitates cleaning of the textile without damaging electronic components, and allows for interchangeable functional units with varied functionalities, enhancing the durability and versatility of smart clothing.

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Abstract

The invention relates to an arrangement (10) for a functional textile (6), comprising a functional unit (30) with at least one electronic component (62), and comprising a receiving unit (20) for receiving the functional unit (30), the receiving unit (20) being designed to be fastened, in particular non-releasably, to the textile (6), and the receiving unit (20) and the functional unit (30) being designed to be connected releasably to each other.
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