Design and Application of an Immersive Silk Road Cultural Tourism Experience Based on Smart Textile Wearable Devices

Jianqiang Wang, Jingjing Guo · idd3 · 2025

The study presents a smart textile wearable that enhances cultural tourism experiences through immersive technology.

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Plain English summary

This research introduces the 'Silk Road Traveler's Robe', a smart textile wearable designed to improve cultural tourism experiences. It incorporates haptic feedback, temperature control, and dynamic lighting, all synchronized with an augmented reality application. A study with participants showed that this wearable significantly increased immersion and engagement compared to traditional AR experiences.

Why this matters

This research addresses the need for more engaging cultural tourism experiences by integrating physical sensations with digital content. By enhancing emotional connections through smart textiles, it has the potential to transform how people interact with cultural heritage, making it more memorable and impactful.

Key findings

  • The SRTR system significantly increased immersion and presence in cultural experiences.
  • Participants reported higher cognitive efficiency regarding cultural information.
  • The system integrates haptic feedback, temperature control, and dynamic lighting.
  • Real-time communication with an AR application enhances the experience.
  • The study validates the effectiveness of smart textiles in cultural tourism.

What's new

The integration of smart textile wearables with augmented reality for immersive cultural tourism is a novel approach not previously explored.

Limitations

The study's sample size was limited to 30 participants, and it primarily focused on a specific cultural context.

Commercial context

The technology has been evaluated in a study, indicating potential for further development and application in the tourism industry.

Publication

Publisher
idd3
Publication date
November 26, 2025
Research type
Paper

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