Carré Technologies - Hexoskin
Hexoskin – Innovative Clothing for Comprehensive Health and Performance Monitoring
Introduction
Hexoskin and Astroskin are trademarks of Carré Technologies Inc. Carré Technologies is a technology company specialising in the development of smart textiles that can monitor physiological parameters such as heart rate, breathing rate and movement. Hexoskin is known for its smart shirts designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, while Astroskin is specifically designed for use in space to monitor the health and performance of astronauts.
Both brands use advanced sensor technology in textiles to collect accurate biometric data and make this information available via mobile apps or platforms. Carré Technologies has made a name for itself by providing innovative solutions for monitoring health and performance data through wearable technology, both in everyday life and in specialised environments such as space travel.
Product Description
Experience the future of sports and performance monitoring with Hexoskin Smart Shirt. Designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, this smart garment offers a comprehensive solution for real-time monitoring of vital signs during training. Here's everything you need to know about Hexoskin Smart Shirt.
Features
Seamless Integration of Sensors:
- Heart Monitoring: Equipped with upper and lower chest sensors measuring heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV), heart rate recovery (HRR), and RR intervals.
- Respiration Sensors: Dual-Channel Respiratory Inductance Plethysmography (RIP) measures respiratory rate, tidal volume, minute ventilation, and respiratory events.
- Activity Sensor: A 3-axis accelerometer tracks activity level, step count, and cadence.
Premium Materials:
- Breathable Fabric: 73% Polyamide Micro / 27% Elastane for optimal comfort and temperature regulation.
- Antibacterial Treatment: 99.9% antibacterial equipment, machine washable, and quick drying.
- UV Protection: Lightweight fabric provides additional protection against UV rays.
Technical Specifications
- 1-Lead ECG: 256 Hz, 12-bit resolution for precise heart monitoring.
- Respiration Sensors: 128 Hz, 16-bit resolution for accurate respiratory data.
- Activity Sensor: 64 Hz, 13-bit resolution for reliable motion data.
- Battery: Up to 36 hours of continuous data collection, rechargeable via USB in just 90 minutes.
- Memory Capacity: 16 GB built-in memory for up to 100 days of data storage.
How is Heart Rate Monitored?
Heart rate monitoring with Hexoskin Smart Shirt technology is achieved through integrated ECG sensors that capture the heart's electrical activity. These sensors are strategically placed in the shirt to measure RR intervals (time intervals between heartbeats). Data is transmitted in real-time via Bluetooth to a connected device and visualized in the Hexoskin app.
How is Respiration Monitored with Hexoskin?
Respiration monitoring is done through Dual-Channel Respiratory Inductance Plethysmography (RIP) sensors that measure changes in thoracic and abdominal circumference. The sensors capture respiratory rate, tidal volume, minute ventilation, and inhalation and exhalation events. Data is transmitted in real-time via Bluetooth and visualized in the Hexoskin app and dashboard.
What are the Benefits of the 3-Axis Sensor?
The 3-axis sensor measures movements along the X, Y, and Z axes, enabling comprehensive tracking of body movements. It provides accurate motion monitoring, detailed activity analysis, step counting, and cadence measurement. The sensor detects specific movement patterns and can identify fatigue and inactivity, contributing to optimizing training.
Application Note
Application note: This product is a research and development tool and should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. It is intended for use in research projects and for the development of new devices.
Which Sports Benefit Most?
The Hexoskin Smart Shirt can be highly beneficial for a variety of sports, especially those requiring precise monitoring of physical performance and vital signs. Here are some sports that could benefit most from Hexoskin technology:
Running:
- Heart Rate Monitoring: Runners can monitor their heart rate and heart rate variability (HRV) in real-time to optimize training intensity.
- Respiration: Monitoring respiratory rate and tidal volume helps runners improve their breathing efficiency.
- Activity Sensors: Step counting and cadence analysis support runners in improving their running technique and efficiency.
Cycling:
- Heart and Respiratory Monitoring: Cyclists can monitor their cardiovascular and respiratory fitness during training and racing.
- Performance Monitoring: Analyzing activity levels and cadence helps cyclists maximize performance and avoid fatigue.
Triathlon:
- Whole-Body Monitoring: Triathletes benefit from comprehensive monitoring across all three disciplines (swimming, cycling, running) and can seamlessly integrate their training data.
- Real-Time Data: Continuous monitoring of vital signs during transitions between disciplines.
Fitness and CrossFit:
- Activity Tracking: Monitoring movements and activities during intense workouts.
- Heart Rate Analysis: Ensuring heart rate stays in the optimal range to avoid overtraining and maximize recovery.
Soccer and Team Sports:
- Performance Analysis: Real-time monitoring of heart rate and activity levels helps coaches manage player workload and optimize performance.
- Respiratory Monitoring: Improving aerobic capacity through targeted breathing training.
Swimming:
- Waterproof and Durable: The Hexoskin Smart Shirt is suitable for use in water, allowing swimmers to monitor their respiratory and heart rate data even while swimming.
Further areas of application:
- Yoga
- Meditation
- Sleep Tracking
- Athletes
- Fitness enthusiasts
- People with chronic diseases
- Researchers
The Hexoskin products can support users with:
- Heart rate measurement with smart textiles
- breathing measurement for athletes
- improving and analysing sleep quality with smart textiles
- Comprehensive health tracking for people with diabetes
- researching human physiology with Hexoskin
With comprehensive monitoring and analysis features, the Hexoskin Smart Shirt provides valuable insights for athletes and coaches, leading to improved performance, optimized training planning, and better recovery.
Cycling Studies
For all cycling-related studies between 2017 and 2024, please refer to the Downloads section.
Elliot et al. (2019):
- Title: "Validity and Reliability of the Hexoskin Wearable Biometric Vest during Maximal Aerobic Performance Testing in Elite Cyclists"
- Year: 2019
- Focus: Heart rate and respiration monitoring during maximal aerobic exertion in elite cyclists.
- Validations: Heart + Respiration
- Parameters: Real-time monitoring and validation of heart and respiratory parameters during cycling.
Running Studies
- Teeuwen et al. (2021):
- Title: "An Exploratory Study on the Validity of Heart Rate Measurement using Smart Shirts"
Hexoskin Software Solutions
The kits offered are fully suitable for "end-users" or private customers, and can be used extensively via Android or Apple smartphone apps.
Furthermore, Hexoskin offers various licensing models for commercial customers depending on the focus (studies, universities, authorities, companies) or athletic evaluations within businesses and/or events. We would be pleased to provide you with an individual offer tailored to your needs for companies, universities, or authorities.
Hexoskin provides various software solutions for data analysis for commercial customers:
- Hexoskin User Dashboard: Free basic version for basic data management.
- Hexoskin App: Free app for displaying real-time data on smartphones.
- Hexoskin OneView Dashboard: Professional solution for managing large studies with multiple participants.
Licensing Fees for Hexoskin OneView and Hexoskin OneAPI
- Hexoskin OneView: Price varies depending on type of use (academic institutions, SMEs, companies).
- Hexoskin OneAPI: Free for academic institutions, price varies depending on type of use for SMEs and companies.
Bundle Prices for Hexoskin OneSDK and Hexoskin OneAPI
- Academic Institutions & Research Hospitals: Free provision of Hexoskin OneAPI bundled with Hexoskin OneSDK.
- Small and Medium Enterprises: Hexoskin OneAPI bundled with Hexoskin OneSDK at a reduced price.
Conclusion:
Hexoskin is an innovative company that develops smart textiles that can help people improve their health and fitness. Hexoskin's products offer a wide range of benefits, including improved performance, early detection of health problems, increased motivation and improved sleep Quality.
For more information such as prices and downloads, please refer to the product descriptions on our webshop.
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We look forward to assisting you in choosing the right product.
Author: HG Bieschke, updated on 12/07/2024
