Application of graphene nanoparticles in sports clothing for enhancing moisture absorption, breathability, wear resistance, and antimicrobial properties

Abstract

Carbon nanomaterials, with their exceptional properties, exhibit promising potential in the textile industry. In this study, we prepare sports clothing containing graphene nanoparticles (GNPs) for college physical education (PE) teachers and investigate its performance such as moisture absorption, breathability, wear resistance, and antimicrobial properties. The results showed that the moisture absorption rate and air permeability of the sports clothing containing GNPs were significantly superior (31.3% and 203.5 mm/s respectively) compared to conventional sports clothing. Additionally, our findings demonstrated that the sports clothing containing GNPs has excellent wear-resistance and antimicrobial properties. In conclusion, these findings suggest that GNPs can enhance performance in sportswear, which not only provides university physical education instructors with high-quality and durable athletic gear but also offers novel insights into the sports equipment industry.