Electrical and Mechanical Behavior of Silver-Coated Polymeric Fibers
Abstract
The fundamental behavior of electrically-conductive, silver-coated nylon fibers was studied to understand the relationship between the fiber composition and morphology, tensile behavior, and electrical resistance in the strained state, as well as the post-strained or post-damaged state. Environmental effects on electrical resistance were also studied including immersion in aqueous solutions of various pH levels, as well as exposure to elevated temperatures and thermal cycling. Samples of continuous filament yarns (100 denier base nylon fiber, 34 filaments) were obtained from Saquoit Industries, Scranton, Pennsylvania. The work on the silver/nylon fiber reported here is part of an overall research program that addresses the fundamental electrical and mechanical properties of conductive textile materials.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA475402
Entities
People
- Suzanne Bosselman
Organizations
- United States Army Soldier Systems Center