Analysis of elastic polymeric materials as applied to leotards for rhythmic gymnastics

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the requirements for rhythmic gymnastics leotards and examines various materials used for their production, with a special focus on the experimental study of the deformation properties of three types of biflex. Their maximum elongation capacity is studied, which is crucial for ensuring the comfort and functionality of sportswear. The testing methodologies used to assess these characteristics are described in detail, and the potential applications of the research findings in the design and production of sportswear are discussed. The conducted research has led to the formulation of recommendations for selecting the most suitable materials for rhythmic gymnastics leotards, considering their functional and aesthetic requirements. Particular attention is given to aspects such as breathability, elasticity, and color fastness of materials, ensuring durability and comfort in use. The research results demonstrate that the correct choice of materials and processing technologies can significantly improve the quality and performance characteristics of sportswear, which is especially important for professional athletes. Thus, the article presents valuable recommendations and conclusions that can be useful for designers and manufacturers of sportswear aiming to create high-quality products that meet modern standards and requirements.

1. Grishanova I.A., Migacheva O.S. Sostoyanie mirovogo i otechestvennogo rynkov sinteticheskikh volokon, nitel, netkanykh materialov i ego perspektivy. // Vestnik tekhnologicheskogo universiteta, T. 18, № 9, 2015, s. 191-195. [The State of the Global and Domestic Markets of Synthetic Fibers, Threads, Nonwoven Materials, and Its Prospects] // Bulletin of the Technological University, Vol. 18, No. 9, 2015, pp. 191-195. (In Russian)

2. Davydov A.F., Shustov Yu.S., Kurdenkova A.V., Belkina S.B. Tekhnicheskaya ekspertiza produktsii tekstil'noy i legkoy promyshlennosti. – M.: FORUM: infra – M, 2014. – 384 p. [Technical Expertise of Textile and Light Industry Products] – Moscow: FORUM: infra – M, 2014. – 384 pages. (In Russian)

3. Kucherenko O.A., Gorbachevskaya M.S. Issledovanie deformatsionnykh svoystv trikotazhnykh poloten metodom dvukhosnogo rastyazheniya // Tekhniko-tekhnologicheskie problemy servisa. 2015. N 2 (32). S. 11-16. [Investigation of Deformation Properties of Knitted Fabrics by Biaxial Stretching Method] // Technical and Technological Service Problems. 2015. No. 2 (32). PP. 11-16.

4. Brown, M. (2018). The Biomechanics of Leotard Design for Rhythmic Gymnastics. Journal of Sports Science and Medicine, 17(4), 567-574.

5. Gibson, P., Rivin, D., Kendrick, C., Schreuder-Gibson, H., “Humidity-Dependent Air Permeability of Textile Materials,” Textile Research Journal, Vol 69, No 5, 1999, pp. 311-317.

6. Amirova E.K., Sakulina O.V. Izgotovlenie spetsial'noy i sportivnoy odezhdy [Manufacture of Special and Sportswear: Textbook for Mass Professions Personnel Training]. uchebnik dlya kadrov massovykh professiy. M.: Legprombytizdat. 1985.- 256 p. (In Russian)

7. Lee, S. (2017). A Survey of Leotard Design Preferences Among Rhythmic Gymnasts. Journal of Dance Medicine & Science, 21(1), 45-50.

8. Song, Y. J., & Kim, J. H. (2004). A theoretical investigation into the element difficulty composition of rhythmic gymnastics. Journal of Bucheon University, 25(-), 191-194.

9. Cheema MS, Anand SC and Shah TH Development of Nonwoven Fabrics for Clothing Applications //Journal of Textile Science & Engineering 8: 382. doi:10.4172/2165-8064.1000382, 2018.

10. Gulyaeva G.Kh., Mukimov M.M. Issledovanie novykh vidov kombinirovannogo trikotazha // Dizayn i tekhnologii. 2017. N 60(102). [Investigation of New Types of Combined Knitwear // Design and Technologies. 2017. No. 60(102)]. (In Russian)

11. Khisamieva L.G., Petrova A.A., Gilyazova A.A., Badrutdinova A.N. Dekorirovanie poverkhnosti polimernykh materialov s pomoshch'yu lazernoy tekhnologii // Vestnik Kazanskogo tekhnologicheskogo universiteta, T. 15, №11, - 2012, - s. 127-128. [Surface Decoration of Polymer Materials Using Laser Technology] // Bulletin of Kazan Technological University, Vol. 15, No. 11.- 2012.- PP. 127-128. (In Russian)

12. Bruce, T. (2003). Pass. In J. Denison & P. Markula (Eds.), Moving writing: Crafting movement in sport research (pp. 133–150). New York: Peter Lang.

13. Krichevskiy, G.E. Khimicheskaya tekhnologiya tekstil'nykh materialov: uchebnik dlya vuzov (v 3-kh t.) – T.3.: Zavershayushchaya otdelka tekstil'nykh materialov. – M.: Ros. zaoch. in-t tekstil. i leg. promsti, 2001. – s. 298. [Krichevsky, G.E. Chemical Technology of Textile Materials: Textbook for Universities] (in 3 volumes) – Vol. 3: Final Finishing of Textile Materials. – Moscow: Russian Correspondence Institute of Textile and Light Industry, 2001. – P. 298. (In Russian)

14. Kucherenko O.A., Kovalenko E.V. Proektirovanie bytovoy odezhdy iz trikotazha // Tekhnikotekhnologicheskie problemy servisa. 2011. N 3(17). S.69-73. [Designing Knitwear for Everyday Clothing] // Technical and Technological Service Problems. 2011. No. 3(17). PP. 69-73. (In Russian)

15. Vasil'eva, N.G. Nanotekhnologii v tekstil'noi promyshlennosti [Nanotechnologies in the textile industry], Vestnik Kazanskogo tekhnologicheskogo universiteta (Vestnik Kazan. technol. un-ta). - 2011. - Vol. 14, No. 8 - P. 358-360. (In Russian)