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This comprehensive course provides a deep dive into the exciting and rapidly evolving field of smart textiles. Beginning with foundational textile science, the course progressively introduces the principles of smart materials, electronics, and their seamless integration into fabric structures. Learners will gain a thorough understanding of the various types of smart textiles, their sensing and actuation mechanisms, power solutions, data communication methods, and diverse applications across industries like healthcare, sports, fashion, and military. The course also addresses the critical challenges in smart textile development and explores future trends, equipping participants with the knowledge and working expertise to innovate and contribute to this transformative field. Table of contents Chapter 1 : Introduction to Textiles and Materials Science Chapter 2: The Dawn of Smart Textiles Chapter :3 Conductive Materials for Textiles Chapter 4: Textile-Based Sensors: Feeling the Environment Chapter 5: Textile-Based Actuators: Responding to Stimuli Chapter 6: Powering Smart Textiles Chapter 7: Miniaturized Electronics and Circuit Integration Chapter 8: Data Communication in Smart Textiles Chapter 9: Manufacturing Processes for Smart Textiles Chapter 10: Wearability, Comfort, and Aesthetics Chapter 11: Smart Textiles in Healthcare and Wellness Chapter 12: Smart Textiles in Sports and Fitness Chapter 13: Smart Textiles in Fashion and Design Chapter 14: Smart Textiles for Safety and Protection Chapter 15: Smart Textiles in Automotive and Aerospace Chapter 16: Materials for Advanced Smart Textiles Chapter 17: Software and Data Analytics for Smart Textiles Chapter 18: Testing and Characterization of Smart Textiles Chapter 19: Challenges and Limitations in Smart Textile Development Chapter 20: Future Trends and Opportunities in Smart Textiles