International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research
Table 3 Categories, subcategories, and concepts of causal conditions
Paradigm element | Category | Subcategory | Concept |
|---|---|---|---|
Causal conditions | Perceived utility | Usefulness | Assessment of how useful smart clothing is |
Convenience | Assessment of how much more convenient it provides compared to other smart devices | ||
Perceived risk | Performance | Concern over whether the product will work properly, as expected | |
Health | Concern over threats to the human body, including electromagnetic waves | ||
Washing | Concern over the deterioration of function after being washed | ||
Availability | Concern about unavailability when desired due to weather, washing, or fashion trend | ||
Privacy | Concern over the possibility that personal information can be consistently leaked |