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Press InformationTextronics Develops Transmitter For Heart Rate Monitoring Fabrics
The new transmitter snaps into a tiny pocket in NuMetrex sports bras and shirts, where it receives the heart rate signal from textile sensors located across the chest band area. The data is then transmitted to a watch or exercise machine which displays a read-out of the heart rate. The NuMetrex system is compatible with most analog heart rate monitor watches including Polar, Nike, Reebok, Oregon Scientific, New Balance, Highgear and Accumen models, as well as gym-quality treadmills and elliptical machines. “By replacing the conventional hard plastic electrodes with soft, flexible textile sensors that are knit directly into the fabric of our clothing, we are able to offer the most comfortable heart rate monitors on the market,” says Textronics CEO Stacey Burr. “Now, with the development of our own transmitter, we can also provide improved accuracy and compatibility with many different brands of watches. This makes our comfortable solution accessible to more people.” The NuMetrex transmitter is built using technology that was designed specifically to meet performance needs created in a textile environment. “When it comes to heart rate monitoring, comfort and accuracy can work against each other. Fabric sensors stretch and move with the body which makes them super comfortable but potentially confusing to existing transmitters,” explains lead developer Brian Wheeler. The new transmitter smartly sorts through the feedback to bring accurate data to the wearer. It is also compatible with a wider variety of heart rate monitoring watches and cardio machines. Ergonomically designed to fit comfortably against the sternum without rubbing, the NuMetrex transmitter further enhances the company’s position as provider of the most comfortable way to capture data from the body in extended wear applications. “Our research shows that people want to monitor their health, but they want to do it in a way that fits easily into their lifestyle,” says Burr. “We’re offering that possibility with wearable sensors that are seamlessly and stylishly integrated into clothing, and a transmitter designed to work optimally with those sensors.” The new transmitter will go on sale for the holiday season as part of a special gift pack. To order online, obtain product information or view a list of heart rate monitor watches that are compatible with NuMetrex apparel, visit www.numetrex.com. PermLink: Textronics Develops Transmitter For Heart Rate Monitoring Fabrics Print Page Send To Friend
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