SIST EN IEC 63203-101-1:2021

Wearable electronic devices and technologies - Part 101-1: Terminology (IEC 63203-101-1:2021)

IEC 63203-101-1:2021 provides terminology frequently used in literature related to wearable electronic devices and technologies in the IEC 63203 series. This list includes wearable electronic devices and technologies, near-body wearable electronics, on-body wearable electronics, in-body wearable electronics, and electronic textiles.

Tragbare elektronische Geräte und Technologien - Teil 101-1: Terminologie (IEC 63203-101-1:2021)

Technologies et dispositifs électroniques prêts-à-porter - Partie 101-1: Terminologie (IEC 63203-101-1:2021)

L'IEC 63203-101-1:2021 fournit la terminologie fréquemment utilisée dans les publications relatives aux technologies et dispositifs électroniques prêts-à-porter de la série IEC 63203. Cette liste comprend les technologies et dispositifs électroniques prêts-à-porter, l’électronique prêt-à-porter placée à proximité du corps, l’électronique prêt-à-porter placée sur le corps, l’électronique prêt-à-porter placée à l’intérieur du corps et les textiles électroniques.

Nosljive elektronske naprave in tehnologije - 101-1. del: Terminologija (IEC 63203-101-1:2021)

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 07-Sep-2021
• ICS: 01.040.31 - Electronics (Vocabularies)
• ICS: 31.020 - Electronic components in general
• ICS: 59.080.80 - Smart textiles
• Technical Committee: I09 - Imaginarni 09
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 03-Sep-2021
• Due Date: 08-Nov-2021
• Completion Date: 08-Sep-2021
• Ref Project: EN IEC 63203-101-1:2021 - Wearable electronic devices and technologies - Part 101-1: Terminology

Relations

• Referred By: SIST-TP CEN/TR 17945:2023 - Textiles and textile products - Textiles with integrated electronics and ICT - Definitions, categorisation, applications and standardisation needs
• Effective Date: 09-Feb-2026
• Revised: oSIST prEN IEC 63203-101-1:2026 - Wearable electronic devices and technologies - Part 101-1: Terminology
• Effective Date: 27-Feb-2024

Overview

SIST EN IEC 63203-101-1:2021 is the European Standard dedicated to the terminology of wearable electronic devices and technologies. Published by CLC and based on the work of IEC/TC 124, this document clarifies key terms used across the IEC 63203 series. The standard supports consistency in literature concerning wearable electronics, including near-body, on-body, and in-body devices, as well as electronic textiles (e-textiles) and smart textile systems. Clear, harmonized definitions are essential as the wearable technology sector expands into healthcare, fitness, textiles, and personal electronics.

Key Topics

The standard focuses on precise and consistent terminology used throughout the field of wearable electronics. Central themes include:

• Wearable electronic devices: Electronic devices designed to operate near, on, or inside the human body.
• Device categories:
  • Near-body wearable electronics: Devices positioned near but not in direct contact with the body.
  • On-body wearable electronics: Devices that directly touch the external body surface.
  • In-body wearable electronics: Devices located inside the body, such as ingestible or implantable electronics.
• Electronic textiles (e-textiles): Textiles integrated with electronic components at the fiber, yarn, fabric, or garment level.
• Smart textile systems: Textile-based systems that respond to environmental changes or external signals.
• Functional materials:
  • Conductive fibers, yarns, and fabrics: Textiles capable of transmitting electrical signals or power.
  • Insulating and semiconductive fibers, yarns, and fabrics: Materials providing electric insulation or intermediate conductivity for device functionality.
• Emerging concepts:
  • Electronic skin: Flexible devices mimicking the physical characteristics and behaviors of human skin.
  • Biodegradable, ingestible, and stretchable electronics: Next-generation innovations for healthcare and body-monitoring applications.
• Core components: Sensors, textile electrodes and capacitors, which form the basis of many wearable systems.

Applications

The harmonized vocabulary presented in SIST EN IEC 63203-101-1:2021 directly benefits various domains involved in the design, manufacturing, and deployment of wearable electronics:

• Healthcare and medical devices: Ensures clear communication for design and regulation of medical wearables, including body monitors and therapeutic devices.
• Consumer electronics: Guides development and interoperability of devices like smartwatches, fitness trackers, and augmented reality headsets.
• Textile and fashion industries: Enables accurate labeling and marketing of smart garments and e-textiles.
• Research and development: Supports scientific studies, patent literature, and cross-disciplinary collaboration by providing agreed-upon terminology.
• Standardization and compliance: Helps organizations align with regulatory and certification requirements by referencing standardized device categories and material definitions.

Clear terminology enhances product development, testing, interoperability, and user safety across diverse sectors engaging with wearable electronic technologies.

Related Standards

SIST EN IEC 63203-101-1:2021 is part of the broader IEC 63203 series on wearable electronic devices and technologies, and harmonizes with other international standards. Relevant references include:

• IEC 60050-151:2001 – International Electrotechnical Vocabulary: Electrical and magnetic devices (foundation for many defined terms).
• ISO/TR 23383:2020 – Smart (Intelligent) textiles: Definitions, categorization, applications, and standardization needs.
• Other parts of the IEC 63203 series covering performance, safety, and specific application guidelines for wearable electronics and e-textiles.

For industry professionals, manufacturers, and regulators, using SIST EN IEC 63203-101-1:2021 as a reference ensures the consistent use of up-to-date, internationally accepted terminology in all aspects of wearable electronic devices and smart textile systems.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-november-2021
Nosljive elektronske naprave in tehnologije - 101-1. del: Terminologija (IEC 63203-
101-1:2021)
Wearable electronic devices and technologies - Part 101-1: Terminology (IEC 63203-101
-1:2021)
Tragbare elektronische Geräte und Technologien - Teil 101-1: Terminologie (IEC 63203-
101-1:2021)
Technologies et dispositifs électroniques prêts-à-porter - Partie 101-1: Terminologie (IEC
63203-101-1:2021)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN IEC 63203-101-1:2021
ICS:
01.040.31 Elektronika (Slovarji) Electronics (Vocabularies)
31.020 Elektronske komponente na Electronic components in
splošno general
59.080.80 Inteligentne tekstilije Smart textiles
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD EN IEC 63203-101-1

NORME EUROPÉENNE
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August 2021
ICS 01.040.31; 59.080.80
English Version
Wearable electronic devices and technologies - Part 101-1:
Terminology
(IEC 63203-101-1:2021)
Technologies et dispositifs électroniques prêts-à-porter - Tragbare elektronische Geräte und Technologien - Teil 101-
Partie 101-1: Terminologie 1: Terminologie
(IEC 63203-101-1:2021) (IEC 63203-101-1:2021)
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European foreword
The text of document 124/144/FDIS, future edition 1 of IEC 63203-101-1, prepared by IEC/TC 124
“Wearable electronic devices and technologies” was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and
approved by CENELEC as EN IEC 63203-101-1:2021.
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ISO/TR 23383:2020 NOTE Harmonized as CEN ISO/TR 23383:2020 (not modified)

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 5
Bibliography . 9

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FOREWORD
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