FIBRE – WIMTACH | Wearable, Interactive and Mobile Technology Access Centre in Health

Fabric-Based REsearch (FIBRE)

Advancements in flexible electronics, e-textiles, and embedded systems

Under the FIBRE program, WIMTACH a supports a global health e-textile market and catalyzes innovation in Canada’s growing e-textiles industry. The program supports companies in developing flexible electronic subtracts and components that are easy to integrate into clothing without reducing natural flexibility of fabrics. The program also supports SMEs in developing low-cost materials with superior performances for smart fabrics and creating high-efficiency products with extended operational stability of sensor devices. Additionally, the program support SMEs in developing efficient and low-power communication protocols to connect smart fabrics with clouds and create a mix of right functionality, connectivity, and communications. Moreover, the program attends to all issues related to safety and security, right from capturing personal data to transmission in the cloud, while supporting the creation of user-friendly, smart clothing.

Work with FIBRE!

The FIBRE team is a multidisciplinary team with a wide range of expertise including e-textile development, designing, fabrication, testing, validation of novel technologies, including digital technologies, electronics, data analytics, engineering, rapid prototyping, hardware and software development, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, sensor integration, clinical trials, regulatory requirements, manufacturing, and commercialization.

Body-computer interface (BCI)

A system that enables direct communication between the human body and a computer or external device. By interpreting signals from the body, BCIs can monitor physiological data or even control devices, providing advanced solutions for health monitoring, rehabilitation, and enhanced human-computer interaction.

Textile-based hardware design and fabrication

This part of our R&D activities, refers to the creation of electronic devices that are seamlessly integrated into textiles, allowing them to be wearable or embedded into fabrics for applications such as health monitoring, diagnostics, or therapeutic solutions.

Sensor integration

Sensor integration refers to embedding a variety of sensors into a system to capture and measure key physiological data, such as heart rate, temperature, and movement. By incorporating these sensors into wearable or remote devices, we enable comprehensive health monitoring, offering real-time insights and diagnostics from a distance.

E-textile durability testing

We perform extensive durability testing on our e-textiles, including tensile strength, abrasion resistance, and chemical exposure tests. These assessments ensure that our products maintain performance and reliability under various conditions, making them suitable for long-term use in healthcare applications.

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Shape the future of FIBRE with us!

FIBRE provides innovative solutions for remote health monitoring by integrating cutting-edge advancements in flexible electronics, e-textiles, and embedded systems. This is achieved through government grants, collaborations between talented students and top professors at Centennial College, and a highly skilled core team with expertise in electronics, mechanical, materials, and biomedical engineering.