Engineering conductive cotton/polyester fabrics with PANI@MWCNT-NiS for humidity-sensitive smart applications

Key Points

• Conductive fabrics exhibit improved humidity sensitivity and enhanced electrical conductivity, enabling smart technology integration.
• Testing reveals that the combination of PANI, MWCNT, and NiS significantly enriches fabric performance in humid conditions.
• Experiments involved creating cotton/polyester composites with PANI@MWCNT-NiS and evaluating their properties for smart applications.
• Findings suggest promising avenues for developing advanced textiles for wearable technology and environmental monitoring.