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Evaluation of the Fit and Motion Suitability for Korean Female Combat Uniforms

여군 전투복의 치수 및 동작적합성 평가

  • Okkyung Lee (Research Institute of Human Ecology, Chungnam National University) ;
  • Yejin Lee (Dept. of Clothing and Textiles, Chungnam National University)
  • 이옥경 (충남대학교 생활과학연구소) ;
  • 이예진 (충남대학교 의류학과)
  • Received : 2023.05.02
  • Accepted : 2023.06.23
  • Published : 2023.08.31
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Abstract

This study investigated the problems of Korean female combat uniforms and collected primary data for developing new combat uniforms with improved functionality. We analyzed fit and motion suitability by administering a questionnaire evaluating the current uniforms to 20 Korean female soldiers. The evaluation of fit suitability found that satisfaction with the combat uniforms was generally high. However, short sleeve length, large wrist circumference, small hip circumference, large ankle circumference, and low crotch height were discomfort factors. In the evaluation of motion suitability, dissatisfaction was found with the sleeve circumference, elbow circumference, armhole circumference, knee crease and crotch height, and back waist height during motion. Therefore, it is necessary to establish a more segmented size system that suits the physique of current female soldiers and to devise appropriate solutions for improving motion suitability. This study is meaningful for its evaluation of the current combat uniform of female soldiers, and it is expected to serve as a reference for the future development of military combat uniforms for this group.

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Acknowledgement

본 연구는 정부(과학기술정보통신부)의 재원으로 한국연구재단의 지원을 받아 수행됨(No. NRF-2022R1C1C2011204).

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