Wearable Electronics: Printing Silver Conductive Ink on Cotton Fabric

Printing on fabric is a popular method for creating wearable electronics, with one key application being heated gloves and mittens that use heating elements to keep hands warm. Commonly used in outdoor activities like skiing, they also have medical uses, such as improving blood circulation.

The purpose of this project was to create a heated mitten utilizing silver conductive ink printed directly onto cotton fabric, as well as validate optimal print settings for working with cotton fabric as a substrate.