Journal of Fashion Technology & Textile EngineeringISSN: 2329-9568

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Schacher L Author

laurence.schacher@uha.fr

Subjects of specialization
E-textiles, Fashion, Protective clothing, garment simulation

Affiliation
Laboratory of Physics and Textile Mechanics (LPMT), Department of Textiles and Fibers, University of Haute-Alsace, France

Biography

Laboratory of Physics and Textile Mechanics (LPMT), Department of Textiles and Fibers, University of Haute-Alsace, France. Research areas are-  fibre, textile, color, nanofiber, electrospinning, Textiles, Textile Engineering, Material Characterization, Textile Design,  knitting technology, knitwear design.

Publications

Research Article Open Access

Evaluation on Ergonomically Designed Brassiere for the Females Suffering from Hemiplegia

Author(s):

Imran A, Drean E, Schacher L and Adolphe D

One of the most basic activities of daily living is dressing. As an isolated activity, dressing is complex one, involving not only coordination and dexterity but also balance and a full range of motion in both upper and lower limbs. At times physical limitations complicate self-dressing, which inevitably leads not only to fatigue, but also to frustration. The purpose of this study is to develop the most practical and comfortable brassiere for the females suffering from hemiplegia. An interview schedule was developed to collect the data regarding their body needs, problems faced by them and their preference for functional features. The results are summarized as follows. First, brassiere with easy dressing and undressing function were required. Second, the loc... view more»

DOI: 10.4172/2329-9568.S5-007

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