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Enhancing the Fabrication of Motorsports Gear in Sri 02nd International Conference on Apparel Textiles and Fashion Design ENHANCING THE FABRICATION OF MOTORSPORTS GEAR IN SRI LANKA 1Kaumadha Wickramarchchci, 2Rivini Mataraarachchi. 1 [email protected] , 2 [email protected] ABSTRACT Motorsports has become a universal sport. Many researchers have discussed about the fitness levels of racecar drivers. But none has given an in depth guide into the problems that are faced by drivers in the perspective of Sri Lanka. Motorsports was introduced to Sri Lanka during 30s from that day onwards the interest among the people for this has increased significantly. The focus of this study is on Sri Lankan motorsport apparel. It discusses the problems faced by Sri Lankan racers to comply with international sport and safety standards when it comes to choosing racing gear, which is affordable as well as, comfortable. The study further explores the possibility of locally manufacturing racing gear to cater to an increasingly growing enthusiasm for motorsport in Sri Lanka. Through a review of literature, the report looks at various fabrics that are internationally developed for competitive racing to discern modern standards and trends. The empirical data is gathered through in-depth interviews with key informants from the local motorsport arena to analyze issues faced by them with regard to their safety and comfort when selecting racing gear. Solutions for enhancing the fabrication of the gear while minimizing the problems faced. Through a SWOT analysis the study finds that it would be possible to locally produce affordable motorsport gear within reasonable parameters.Keywords: Motorsports, safety, comfort, affordable, enhancing, fabrication. Page | 1 02nd International Conference on Apparel Textiles and Fashion Design 24-25 March 2017 @ Galle Face Hotel INTRODUCTION Colombo, Srienhancing Lanka the fabrication of the racing gear. While Sri Lankan apparel industry is currently focused in catering Background Research to more value added niche markets, developing a product that is suitable for the Sri Lankan racers will be Motorsport is a universal term which includes a set of an opportunity. The research identifies the capability to competitive events involving motorized vehicles. increase the performance of the gear with regard to Motorsports date back to 1867 and from that day safety, and comfort while satisfying an aesthetic value. onwards motorsports began its journey and now it is one of the renowned sports recognized universally. Objective Although the technology of the car evolved the racecar drivers did not evolve. Their safety was a major issue To identify the problems faced by the Sri Lankan racers because the number of deaths increased and well- during an event. renowned drivers lost their lives. To propose solutions to the problems faced by the Sri The safety of the drivers began to be thought of more Lankan racers. during 1963- 1967 when the fire resistant suit was made To analyze the pricing levels that suit the Sri Lankan compulsory with protective helmets (Seas, 2016). By market. 1975 the Federation International De l’ Automobile (FIA) standards were introduced to provide guidance to To evaluate the possibility of developing motorsports meet the safety requirement. With time many brands gear in Sri Lanka. came into play with different technologies to satisfy the customer requirements. This gear was not only a Literature Review general clothing but performance wear, where it helped In motorsports, FIA/SFI standards are the governing the wearer to perform well without any hindrance. bodies which regulates the standards for the vehicle as Motorsports came to Sri Lanka in the 1930’s (Ceylon well as the overall suit. According to the FIA Motor Sports Club), and now it has grown to a great regulations racers equipment should be approved by extent during the past few years with the increase of FIA 8856-2000. These standards are revised, with the technology and - also with the interest among the youth. development of technology and thereby the standards, The main events for Motorsports in Sri Lanka are, "Fox code annually or biannually. hill Supercross, Gajaba supercross, and Gunners Different Racing Brands in the Market Supercross" (SLARDAR, n.d.). Following are the best products available in each brand, Significance of this Research according to FIA standards. These brands are European Motorsport gear is becoming more enhanced around the based brands, which cater to racing drivers all over the world with compliance to standards FIA/SFI standards. world. However Sri Lankan racers are still suffering with safety and comfort issues which can be solved through Table 1: Brand Identification( (Sparco, n.d.), (OMP, n.d.) (Simpson PERFORMANCE, n.d.), (Alpinestars, n.d.), (Adidas, n.d.) SPARCO OMP SIMPSON ALPINEST ADIDAS $2,000 $1,799 $1,599 $1,749 $879 AR 1 02nd International Conference on Apparel Textiles and Fashion Design 24-25 March 2017 @ Galle Face Hotel Exclusive DuPont Hi-Tech NomexColombo, Titanium SriNomex Lanka Ultra -light three Use of climacool for Nomex fibers, Lightest fabric, less racing suit. layer Nomex maintaining the FIA approved suit. weight. construction. temperature The figure (1) below shows the price range of each brand according to the Unique Selling Points which is the SFI standards. The USP of each brand differ, above table (1) shows the special features they have added in order to grab the customer base. The SFI standard shows the time range the suit would protect you during a fire before it fully buns to flame (Seas, 2016). 3000 2000 levels e c 1000 Pri 0 Adidas Alpinestrats G-Force Simpson Sparco OMP Brands Figure 1: Pricing of Brands Customer Requirement of Motorsport Gear Dunn, 2010) ‘Passive and active safety’ are the most important factors to be considered when developing a According to (Lenoir Florian, Tony Dunn, 2010) racing gear. Passive safety, safeguards the driver from motorsports should be a passion to the drivers not a any accident or fire, while active safety prevents the threat. During a game of football, rugby or an athletic same accidents from occurring. Active safety is mainly event the spectator sees the athlete, whereas, in about the comfort of the driver, movement of vital and motorsports you never know what’s happening inside struggle against heat stress (Lenoir Florian, Tony Dunn, (Mendel, Edward S. Potkanowicz & Ronal W., 2013) 2010). Customer requirement of a general product can be Aesthetic Aspect classified into three as According to the season, “vintage” and also to the Functional aspect category of the event, “Porsche, Aerobatics, drag Aesthetic aspect racing” (racerwear, n.d.) the design varies. Each category, the aesthetic aspect of the event is looked Fit of the gear before it is brought. Even the colours play an important part. In a performance wear such as racing gear, key consideration should be given to functionality. Below As to Maslow’s theory, it is one’s self-satisfaction to sections describe the functional dimension of racing wear branded suit. Sponsor logos are a must on designs, gear through the lens of the main classification. some customers like to have the logo and some prefer not to. As to FIA standards any outer embroidery that Functional aspects appears on the suit should be of fire resistant (Seas, 2016) According to customer requirements the functional aspects is a main concern. As to (Lenoir Florian, Tony Fit of the Gear 2 02nd International Conference on Apparel Textiles and Fashion Design 24-25 March 2017 @ Galle Face Hotel The suit must be fitted to the racer regardless of the otheColombo,r SriFunctional Lanka Requirement aspects because freedom of movement is an important factor when considering active safety. (425 Motorsports Safety helps race car driver, Mike Holden pick out the perfect race suit!, 2013) Table 2: Functional Aspect of the Gear for Safety Product Attribute Safety Requirement Shoulder straps It is one of the compulsory requirement in an FIA approved suit. It should have two large ‘handles’ on the driver’s shoulder. This is used in case of an emergency to pull out the driver as one by without complicating injuries. (Seas, 2016). 3 02nd International Conference on Apparel Textiles and Fashion Design 24-25 March 2017 @ Galle Face Hotel Zippers For the fastening method for the Colombo,garment a zipper Sri Lanka is used. And a Velcro is used to protect it. The zip should be able to withstand a higher degree burn and not melt. It should protect the driver from heat transferring near the skin. (Seas, 2016) Floating arms Floating arms are used to achieve the freedom of movement of the arm while driving. 360o rotating shoulder, with lot breathability and lot flexibility must be available for the racer to have a smooth drive. It’s the arms that plays the game in a race for a driver. Balaclava Balaclava is used to protect the racer from dust that’s circulating inside the car. Also it is used to safeguard the racers face during a fire and also for moisture absorption. Muscular effort used The driver has to maneuver the steering wheel during the race and the steering is not power steering. According to Mendal, more physical strength to demanded by the upper body of a driver and also shoulder fatigue as the most common form of muscle soreness experienced after a race. “61.24kg of force to brake pedal 15.88kg of twisting force each time when turning the wheel” (Mendel, Edward S. Potkanowicz & Ronal Increased body W.,The 2013)protective layers worn by the driver can create numerous microenvironments. Heat stress is another temperature problem that can occur inside the car. This may cause cramps, heat exhaustion, rash, and stroke which can make you pass out during or after an event., due to limited airflow occurred through aerodynamics the temperature could rise to 70oC and humidity to 60%.
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