Fully dipped gloves having moisture-absorbing and sweat wicking functions
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fully coated gloves lack moisture-wicking properties, leading to uncomfortable wearing experiences, increased sweat accumulation, and potential bacterial breeding, especially in humid or oily environments.
Innovation Solution
A fully coated glove design incorporating a moisture-wicking layer made of waterborne or solvent-based polyurethane with a foam structure and a non-foam shielding layer, utilizing hydrophilic groups and micropores to absorb and channel sweat, while maintaining waterproof and anti-virus properties.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If a worker wears a conventional cotton glove to absorb perspiration, then the glove can absorb some sweat, but the glove becomes soggy and clings to the hand, causing discomfort and requiring frequent replacement
Solution Approach 1:
The glove is divided into two distinct layers: an inner moisture-wicking layer and an outer moisture-absorbing layer. This segmentation allows each layer to perform its specific function independently, preventing the soggy feeling that occurs when a single layer absorbs too much moisture
Solution Approach 2:
The glove combines two different materials with complementary properties: a hydrophobic moisture-wicking material (such as polyester or nylon) and a hydrophilic moisture-absorbing material (such as cotton or bamboo). This composite structure enables the glove to manage moisture effectively while maintaining comfort
2Device complexity
If a worker wears a glove without moisture-wicking properties, then the glove structure is simple, but perspiration accumulates on the skin causing discomfort and potential skin issues
Solution Approach 1:
The glove is divided into two distinct layers: an inner moisture-wicking layer and an outer moisture-absorbing layer. This segmentation allows each layer to perform its specific function independently, preventing the soggy feeling that occurs when a single layer absorbs too much moisture
Solution Approach 2:
The glove combines two different materials with complementary properties: a hydrophobic moisture-wicking material (such as polyester or nylon) and a hydrophilic moisture-absorbing material (such as cotton or bamboo). This composite structure enables the glove to manage moisture effectively while maintaining comfort
3Ease of operation
If a worker frequently replaces soggy gloves, then hand comfort is maintained, but work time is lost and productivity decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The glove is divided into two distinct layers: an inner moisture-wicking layer and an outer moisture-absorbing layer. This segmentation allows each layer to perform its specific function independently, preventing the soggy feeling that occurs when a single layer absorbs too much moisture
Solution Approach 2:
The glove combines two different materials with complementary properties: a hydrophobic moisture-wicking material (such as polyester or nylon) and a hydrophilic moisture-absorbing material (such as cotton or bamboo). This composite structure enables the glove to manage moisture effectively while maintaining comfort
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The design provides effective moisture wicking, breathability, and comfort, reducing hand fatigue and bacterial growth, with improved dexterity and tactility.
Implementation Method 1
the moisture-wicking layer may be made from a hydrophobic material that wicks perspiration away from the hand
Implementation Method 2
the moisture-absorbing layer may be made from a hydrophilic material that absorbs perspiration
Data Source
AI summary
A fully coated glove having a moisture wicking property is provided, which includes a palm body, a moisture wicking layer, and a shielding layer. Each of a moisture absorption and perspiration layer and the shielding layer is prepared by using a raw material including waterborne polyurethane or solvent-based polyurethane. The moisture absorption and perspiration layer is a foam layer with a thickness of 0.1mm to 0.3 mm; the shielding layer is a non-foam layer with a thickness of 0.03mm to 0.2 mm. The preparation process includes following steps: molding of the palm body; preparing the moisture wicking layer that is foamed by coating; water washing; drying; preparing the shielding layer that is not foamed by coating; drying; demolding of the finished product; and packaging. Polyurethane is used as the raw material of the coating in the glove provided by the present disclosure, so as to associatedly combine the foam layer (mainly for moisture wicking) and non-foam layer (mainly for shielding), so that the product has functions of moisture wicking property and shielding isolation, and soft hands feeling, which greatly reduces the fatigue of work and has strong practicability.