智慧紡織品自1989年於日本首次出現以來，經歷了顯著的演變。當時，傳統工藝與技術創新 的結合在面料發展中標誌著一個關鍵時刻。多年來，這些紡織品已經超越了最初的應用範 圍，現在被廣泛應用於醫療保健、軍事和運動服裝等多個領域。這種增長得到了強勁的市場 預測支持，臺灣已經成為這一領域的中心樞紐，並與中國、美國、韓國和印度等全球領導者 一起，被譽為「紡織矽谷」。本研究探討了在智慧紡織品產業中，各主要國家的專利趨勢和比 較優勢，凸顯了這些國家在策略定位、持續創新和專業化方面的情況。研究還審視了臺灣的 智慧紡織品，這些紡織品顯示出顯著的創新能力，能夠滿足各種應用的日益增長的需求。技 術標準化、高開發成本以及跨行業合作的必要性等挑戰被討論，突顯了如紡織產業綜合研 究所(TTRI)和聚陽實業股份有限公司(Makalot)等機構和公司在推進研究和維持臺灣在高價 值紡織生產中領導地位所做的努力。這些案例研究提供了策略、挑戰和合作方面的洞察，使 得對這一領域當前及未來景觀的全面分析成為可能。

Smart textiles have evolved significantly since they first appeared in Japan in 1989, where a blend of traditional craftsmanship and technological innovation marked a pivotal moment in fabric development. Over the years, these textiles have expanded beyond their initial applications and are now used in various sectors such as healthcare, military, and sportswear. This growth has been supported by strong market projections, with Taiwan emerging as a central hub and earning the nickname 'Textile Silicon Valley' alongside global leaders like China, the USA, Korea, and India. This study explores the patent trends and comparative advantages (CA) that highlight the strategic positions, ongoing innovation, and specialization of leading countries in the smart textile industry. It also examines Taiwan’s smart textiles, where significant innovative capabilities have been shown to meet the growing needs of various applications. Challenges such as technological standardization, high development costs, and the necessity for cross-industry collaboration are discussed, highlighting the efforts of institutions like TTRI and companies like Makalot in advancing research and maintaining Taiwan's leadership in high-value textile production. These case studies provide insights into strategies, challenges, and collaborations, enabling a comprehensive analysis of the current and future landscape in this field.

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