Research Journal of Textile and Apparel
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Investigating young consumers’ acceptance of hemp fiber textiles and apparel: an analysis of Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling
Yanbo Zhang, Chuanlan Liu, Sibei XiaConcerns over environmental degradation, alongside the global legalization of hemp cultivation, have prompted applications of hemp-derived textile products. However, research…
Study on the properties of water-retted Cymbopogon citratus pseudostem fibres and their nonwoven fabric characteristics
Wiah Wardiningsih, Ryan Rudy, Witri Aini Salis, Rinayati Aprilia, Rachmaningsih Wardatul Jannah, Rr Wiwiek Eka MulyaniThis study aims to analyse cellulose fibres extracted from the pseudo-stems of Cymbopogon citratus and evaluate their properties in non-woven fabric production.
Revolutionizing smart textiles: a comprehensive review of conductive ink printing for sustainable and adaptive wearable applications
Sudev Dutta, Sudhanshu Dogra, Sumit SharmaThe demand of species monitoring for the benefit of various sectors such as industrial, medicinal and ecological has surged rapidly in the recent past. Therefore, the purpose of…
Green nexus womenpreneurs: harnessing internal-external capabilities for sustainable MSMEs fashion
Muhammad Alfarizi, Ngatindriatun Ngatindriatun, Yura Witsqa FirmansyahThis study aims to analyze the capabilities and external conditions of womenpreneur owners of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) Fashion EcoPrint Indonesia in green…
Performance and behaviour of climbing ropes: a comprehensive review
Kumari Neha, Arunangshu Mukhopadhyay, Monica Puri SikkaClimbing ropes are made to withstand severe stresses and absorb energy during fall, reducing the impact force on the climber and their equipment. Natural fibres like hemp and…
Impact of nap-processing and weft density on the functionalization and protection properties of polyester uniforms produced with fancy weaves
Khaled Mohamed Seddik, Sarah YahiaOne important aspect of a quality work environment is its ability to protect workers from potential hazards while providing comfort, especially during long hours. This study aims…
Pack it up: impact of message frames, perceived benefits and green consumer values for apparel product packaging on brand attitude
Michelle Kolacz, Gargi BhaduriWhile the fashion industry is beginning to comprehend the commercial imperative for sustainability, it is struggling to address the issues of overconsumption and accompanying…
Eco-friendly functionalisation on cotton and blended textile using Annona squamosa and Moringa oleifera extracts
Sirisha Deepthi Sornapudi, Meenu Srivastava, Srinivas Manchikatla, Samuel Thavaraj H., Senthil Kumar B.Natural extracts produced with Annona squamosa and Moringa oleifera leaves through the methanol-based solvent were coated on 100% cotton and 80%:20% polyester/cotton blends to…
A review on sustainability challenges of flame retardants for textiles
Liberato Venant HauleA review of sustainability challenges of flame retardants (FRs) for textiles has been conducted. Specifically, the purpose of this paper is to identify and recommend solutions to…
Evaluating the financial reporting quality under changes in accounting standards of the Indian textile sector
Abdulfatah Abdullah Abdulkareem Shayf, Mohd Abdullah, Mosab I. Tabash, Shahrukh Saleem, Asiya Chaudhary, Ammar Ali, Mushahid Ali ShamsiThe study evaluates whether an application of Ind-AS that converged with IFRS in India has enhanced financial reporting quality (FRQ) and how that is reflected in financial…
Mechanical characteristics of blended Renova®/polyester microfiber double cloth woven fabrics for active sportswear applications
Sarah Yahia, Khaled Mohamed SeddikThis study aims to accommodate the mechanical characteristics that comply with the spectra of active sportswear by taking the innovative features of double-layered fabric (double…
Innovation through co-creation: a case study on the creation of new sustainable healthcare PPE clothing designs, integrating 3D digital technologies
Jennifer LeeThe purpose of this study was to address a gap in the current literature by examining the integration of 3D digital prototyping technology in the co-creation process of new…
Assessing current maternity/nursing sports bras and providing recommendations for future product development
Katie Reeves, Ruth M. James, Katy E. Griggs, Aimée C. MearsMany pregnant and post-natal women do not meet physical activity (PA) guidelines. One barrier to PA for these women is finding suitable sports bras because of the numerous changes…
Application of ultrasonic welding in developing new breastfeeding bra with user-centric features
Ashika Sweetlin Sowmi P., Renjini G.Breastfeeding bras are functional garments having specialised features to facilitate easy breastfeeding. The purpose of this paper is to design and develop breastfeeding bra…
Sustainable supplier selection in the apparel industry: an integrated AHP-TOPSIS model for multi-criteria decision analysis
Nhu Ngoc Phan Ha, Duc Duy Nguyen, Song Thanh Quynh LeIn the apparel industry, suppliers play a significant role, directly affecting customer service levels and business profits. Integrating sustainable requirements into supplier…
Evolution of sustainable wearables: integrating cutting-edge techniques for future textile innovation
Sudev Dutta, Payal BansalSustainable textiles have become imperative in mitigating the adverse environmental and social impacts of the textile industry. This paper aims to synthesize recent advancements…
Efficiency analysis in knitted fabric portfolio management using DEA
Eduardo Werner Benvenuti, Andrea Cristiane Krause Bierhalz, Carlos Ernani Fries, Fernanda SteffensThe purpose of this paper is to develop a decision-making protocol to meet the new requirements in an atypical panorama, such as the economic instability, in the textile industry.
Compliance towards health safety practices by students at the dyeing studio in Ghana
Raphael Kanyire Seidu, George Kwame Fobiri, Edwina Tekper, Emmanuel Abankwah Ofori, Benjamin Eghan, Alex Osei Afriyie, Richard Acquaye, Benjamin Kwablah Asinyo, Ebenezer Kofi HowardSafety-related issues are prominent in dyeing workplaces and studios that result in accidents. The purpose of this study is to investigate the compliance towards health safety…
The export performance of textile and apparel industry of Ethiopia: a comparative study with global emerging exporters
Wubishet Mengesha Gebre, Zerihun Ayenew Birbirsa, Mekonnen Bogale AbegazThis study aims to assess Ethiopia’s export performance and emerging exporters of textile and apparel products.
Does Shein redefine fast fashion merchandising strategies? A product-level analysis in the US retail market
Sheng Lu, Noelle MullenThe purpose of the study is to explore Shein’s “ultra-fast fashion” merchandising strategies as opposed to Zara and H&M, two of the most representative conventional fast fashion…
Breathing new life: exploring the cutting edge of technology adoption in the textile industry
Rupesh Chourasiya, Shrikant PandeyThis comprehensive review study aims to analyze the current state of technology adoption (TA) within the textile industry, with a particular focus on the economic, environmental…
Assessing consumer purchasing behaviour, use and disposal of clothes towards sustainable practices: a case in the Bolgatanga Municipality, Ghana
Evelyn Kuupole, Daniel Akuoko Adjei, Edem Kwami Buami, Martin Harold AwinzeligoThis paper aims to investigate consumer sustainability awareness. In addition, it examined consumer purchasing behaviour as well as the use and disposal of used clothes.
Bioremediation of reactive black 5 textile dye wastewater using bacterial exopolysaccharides
Ann Wairimu Mburu, David Githinji Njuguna, Fredrick Musieba, Charles Nzila, Virginia Kimani, Alice WangaiThe purpose of this paper is to investigate the efficacy of bacterial exopolysaccharides (Eps) in reactive black 5 (RB5) textile dye wastewater bioremediation.
Beyond the loom: understanding handloom product purchase motivations using the extended theory of planned behavior
Arunarjun K, TThis study aims to identify the variables affecting consumers’ decision to buy handloom products. To build a more complete model to help us reach this goal, consumer satisfaction…
Investigation of the French Terry structure characteristics on sport-veiling using sustainable eco-materials
Sarah Yahia, Marwa Atif Ali, Khaled Mohamed SeddikThis paper aims to produce sustainable sport-hijab or veiling using cotton and bamboo as renewable and eco-material blending with polyester. Due to the unique characteristics of…
Analysis of garment fit problems and body measurements of Ethiopian young female consumers
Berihun Bizuneh, Abrham Destaw, Fasika HailuThis paper aims to investigate fit problems with some ready-to-wear garments, analyse the body measurements of Ethiopian young female consumers and draw implications for the…
Woven fabric selection and grading for ladies’ winter shawls using multicriteria decision-making approach
Faryal Yousaf, Shabana Sajjad, Faiza Tauqeer, Tanveer Hussain, Shahnaz Khattak, Fatima IftikharQuality assessment of textile products is of prime concern to intimately meet consumer demands. The dilemma faced by textile producers is to figure out the stability among quality…
A systematic review of the socio-cultural and economic value of Ghanaian weaving art tradition
George Kwame Fobiri, Ebenezer Kofi Howard, Solomon Marfo Ayesu, Ama Kour Timpabi, Diana OppongThe purpose of this study is to investigate the value of Ghanaian weaving art tradition to humanity from socio-cultural and economic points of view. This study sought to answer…
Implementation of design approach in traditional attire Bodo Dokhona for the sustainability of apparel culture
Chaitali Brahma, Bhaskar Saha, Anirban ChowdhuryThe purpose of this study is to empower a tradition Bodo attire Dokhona skilled artisan for their livelihoods and preserve cultural and historical legacy by using new themes…
Key terms and topics of muscle-supportive and posture-corrective wearable robots for older adults using text mining and semantic network analyses
Wujun Tang, Jiwon Chung, Sumin KooThis study aims to conduct text mining and semantic network analysis of muscle-supportive and posture-corrective wearable robots for the elderly to understand key terms related to…
A new technique for determination of the optimum cut height according to the fabric type in garment production
Mehmet KüçükFabrics, which are one of the raw materials of the clothing industry, constitute approximately 40–45% of the total cost of an apparel product. Due to the labor-intensive nature of…
Characterization of cotton woven compression bandages with different structures
Khaled Mohamed Seddik, Marwa Atif AliNowadays, textiles play a striking role in various medical applications. Compression bandages are the most essential medical fabrics that help treat venous flow and edema. This…
Dyeing of some Egyptian cotton varieties using agricultural wastes (peanut outer skin)
Shereen Omar Bahlool, Zeinab M. KenawyPeanut skins are an agro-waste product with no commercial value. The purpose of this paper is to evaluate peanut skin as a natural dyestuff and to determine if this natural dye…
Employing ultrasonic waves to extract flax seed for textile printing and applying creative fashion designs
Nagla Elshemy, Mona Ali, Reem NofalThe purpose of this study is to successfully apply ultrasonic waves for the quick extraction of flax seed gum from flaxseed hull or whole seed and compare it to the standard…
Characterization of decorticated fibres from agricultural waste of the Curcuma longa plant and their non-woven fabric properties
Wiah Wardiningsih, Farhan Aqil Syauqi Pradanta, Ryan Rudy, Resty Mayseptheny Hernawati, Doni SugiyanaThe purpose of this study is to analyse the characteristics of cellulose fibres derived from the pseudo-stems of Curcuma longa and to evaluate the properties of non-woven fabric…
Physical, thermal and mechanical properties of horse tail and mane hairs
Sümeyye Üstüntağ, Nazim PaşayevThis study aims to comparatively reveal the physical, thermal and mechanical properties of horse tail and mane hairs, which have the potential to be used in many areas.
The influence of garment quality evaluation on fashion innovation of dressmakers in Ghana
Eunice Benyah, Richard Acquaye, Raphael Kanyire SeiduThe innovativeness of dressmakers is a concern to respondents to satisfy their clothing needs. The purpose of this study is to determine the criteria that respondents use to judge…
Modern developments in burn wound dressing
Monica Puri Sikka, Jameer Aslam Bargir, Samridhi GargIntense interest has been shown in creating new and effective biocide agents as a result of changes in bacterial isolates, bacterial susceptibility to antibiotics, an increase in…
The challenges to circular economy in the Indian apparel industry: a qualitative study
Ahmed Ashraf Zaidi, Rahul ChandraIn recent years, researchers and practitioners have paid a great deal of attention to the circular economy (CE) due to its potential social and environmental benefits. However…
Identification of bioactive compounds from onion (Allium burdickii) bulb using Raman, and FTIR spectroscopy
Karen Desta Agulei, John T. Githaiga, Benson Dulo, Eric Oyondi NganyiThis study aims to identify the bioactive compounds in the Onion (Allium burdickii [A.B]) bulb using Raman and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) spectroscopy. It…
Introduction of new combination of bio-mordant from agriculture waste for eco-dyeing of wool yarns
Mozhgan Hosseinnezhad, Kamaladin Gharanjig, Shahid Adeel, Alireza Mahmoudi NahavandiAgricultural waste and food sources are some of the pollutants of the environment. One of these wastes is the peel of fruits that cannot be consumed as food. In this regard…
Enzymatic easing of adhesion in honeydew-contaminated cotton for textile applications
Prapti Behera, Kannan N., Priyodip Paul, Sanjukta Aravind, Balaji S.The textile sector struggles with cotton stickiness from honeydew contamination. It hurts agriculture and marketability. This study aims to examine how bacterial enzymes could…
Modification of dehydrated bacterial cellulose with glycerol and succinic acid by using padding method for textile applications
Hung Ngoc Phan, Satoko OkubayashiDehydrated bacterial cellulose’s (BC) intrinsic rigidity constrains applicability across textiles, leather, health care and other sectors. This study aims to yield a novel BC…
Apparel professionals’ perception of sustainability-related technology: a structural equation modeling approach
Md Arif Iqbal, Jin SuThis study aims to examine the effects of the characteristics of apparel professionals on their attitude toward sustainability-related technology in the context of a developing…
Experimental investigation of mechanical and comfort properties of banana/cotton blended woven fabrics
Amanpreet Kaur Kharbanda, Kamal Raj Dasarathan, S.K. Sinha, T. Senthil Kumar, B. Senthil KumarThrough this study, four different types of woven fabric structures were created by using cotton/banana blends with a 70:30 ratio by varying the weaving specifications. This study…
Host-guest complexes application in textile industry
Farish Armani Hamidon, Faridah Lisa Supian, Mazlina Mat Darus, Yeong Yi Wong, Nur Farah Nadia Abd KarimThe host–guest molecules are often used in various fields and applications. This paper aims to discuss the role of host–guest complexes in the textile industry, focusing on…
Sustainable traditional natural dyeing practice in Daboya and Ntonso communities of Ghana
Raphael Kanyire Seidu, Benjamin Eghan, Emmanuel Abankwah Ofori, George Kwame Fobiri, Alex Osei Afriyie, Richard AcquayeThe purpose of this study is to investigate the physical, ultraviolet (UV), colour appearance and colour fastness properties of selected fabrics dyed with natural dyes from Daboya…
Perceptions of the textile industry stakeholders on a multi-slab goods and services tax system in India
Ashutosh Pandey, Nitin Saxena, Udai PaliwalThe purpose of this paper is to present the perception of the textile industry stakeholders (manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, consumers and tax professionals) on India’s new…
Influence of tuck stitches on the physical and mechanical properties of knitted fabrics
Elvira Sarybayeva, Meruert Kuramysova, Mirabzal Mukimov, Mukhamejan Shardarbek, Zhansaule Rakhmanova, Kamshat Makhanbetaliyeva, Farkhad Tashmukhamedov, Indira Jurinskaya, Marzhan KalmakhanovaThis study aims to investigate the effects of the number of miss stitches and tuck stitches in the knit structure on the technological parameters and physical and mechanical…
The behaviour of quasi-static puncture resistance property for textile body armor soft panels
A.I.H. Fayed, Y.A. Abo El Amaim, Ossama R. Abdelsalam, Doaa H. ElgoharyThis paper aims to estimate the performance of protective clothing used to resist puncture (anti-stab property).
Post-COVID assessment of small business weavers in an Indian handloom industry: identifying and prioritizing key challenges
M.K.P. Naik, Prabhas Bhardwaj, Vinaytosh MishraThis paper aims to identify and analyze the challenges for the Varanasi handloom industry after the COVID pandemic by considering their impact on different sections of the weavers…
An analysis of the wool characteristics that determine wool price in South Africa
Mashford Zenda, Paul Malan, Antonie GeyerSouth Africa’s wool industry plays an important role in the agricultural sector. The wool industry provides a valuable source of income for farmers who practice sustainable…
Eco-friendly materials knitting by different yarn ply for high-performance garments
Heba Tolla El Sayed Abo El Naga, Manar Yahia Ismail Abd El-AzizSynthetic materials have many drawbacks in high-performance garments because they absorb less moisture and cause allergies to sensitive individuals. Cotton materials cannot…
A review of plant-mediated synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles for self-cleaning textiles
Bekinew Kitaw Dejene, Tsige Mamo GeletawThe textile industry is evolving toward nanotechnology, which provides materials with self-cleaning properties. This paper aims to provide a thorough explanation of the green…
Pre-loved or hatred? Consumers’ perception of value towards second-hand fashion consumption in Sri Lanka
Thamoda Geegamage, Achini Ranaweera, Rangika HalwaturaThe fashion industry has been accused of being the second largest environmental polluter in the world. Millions of tons of post-consumer waste are dumped in landfills and garbage…
The mediating role of self-efficacy in the relationship between job satisfaction and commitment of employees working in the textile industry
T.S. Nanjundeswaraswamy, Nagesh P., Sindu Bharath, Vignesh K.M.This study aims to explore the mediating role of self-efficacy and the relationship between job satisfaction and employee commitment.
Appraisal of hand value of denim fabrics
Meenakshi Ahirwar, Bijoya Kumar BeheraDenim fabric has become a wardrobe staple due to its versatility to be worn in a variety of fashions. This paper aims to study denim fabrics to understand their unique hand by…
Developing a holistic sensory evaluation three-part method for textiles and apparel: a practical application for novel materials and products
Armine Ghalachyan, Elena Karpova, Anastasia FrattaliThis study aims to propose and demonstrate a practical application of a new three-part holistic sensory evaluation (HSE) method for textiles and apparel based on the senses of…
Human factor analysis of error detection and correction in hand-knotted carpet production process
Gagan Deep KaurThe paper aims to discuss error detection and correction in Kashmiri carpet weaving (KCW), mediated by cryptographic code, Talim which is held to guarantee accurate information…
Investigation of the effect of preparation processes on CO2 laser-faded denim fabric quality
Tuna Uysaler, Pelin Altay, Gülay ÖzcanIn the denim industry, enzyme washing and its combination with stone washing are generally used to get the desired worn-out look. However, these conventional methods include high…
The potentials of plant-based colorants for sustainable textile dyeing industry
Lutamyo NambelaThe purpose of this study was to review the information on the scientific efforts and achievements in sustainable industrial textile applications of natural colourants. Then the…
Improving some functional utility properties of garment using cross-linked acrylic fabrics
Khaled Mohamed Seddik, Lamiaa Khamal El-Gabry, Marwa Atif AliThis study aims to use hexanediol, pentaerythritol and keratin as crosslinking agents on the acrylic fabric used as garments.
A conceptual appraisal towards the contextualization of product and process innovation in clothing manufacturing
Duncan Kariuki Ndwiga, Lucy Wanjiru Ciera, Geoffrey Ngugi MokabiThis study aims to address the aspects of product and process innovation strategies and their determining factors to understand their characteristics in clothing manufacturing and…
Manufacturing of window shutters from cotton waste fabrics for sustainable textiles
Soliyana Gebeyaw, Kura Alemayehu Beyene, Eradu Seid, Zemzem Mustofa, Gideon K. RotichThis study aims to manufacture alternative window shutters using waste cotton fabrics by stiffening using polyvinyl acetate (PVA) with vinyl acrylic binder solutions.
Development of a textile multilayered device with piezoelectric property using different knitted fabric structures
Gabriela Maestri, Claudia Merlini, Leonardo Mejia, Fernanda SteffensThis study aims to develop two piezoelectric textile devices formed from different weft knitted fabric rapports (Jersey and Pique) to be applied in the renewable energy’s (RE…
Enablers of quality of work life of employees in garment industry: an integrated hybrid approach of Pareto, SEM and ISM
Vanishree Beloor, T.S. NanjundeswaraswamyThe purpose of this study is to determine the enablers of the quality of work life (QWL) of employees working in the Garment industries.
Studies on thermal and moisture properties of novel Eri silk knitted structures
Gopalakrishnan Palaniappan, Anita Rachel D., Sentilkumar C.B., Selvaraj Senthil Kumar, Senthil Kumar B., Devaki E.Eri is a short-stapled fibre that possesses an excellent soft feel and warmness to the wearer. Investigation of thermal comfort and moisture properties of Eri silk fabric provides…
Effect of technological parameters on the process of copper deposition on chemically and chemical-galvanically nickel-plated fibers
Aizhan Doshibekova, Indira Jurinskaya, Salikh Tashpulatov, Raushan Zhilisbayeva, Lazzat Sarttarova, Rustam Akbarov, Marzhan KalmakhanovaThis paper aims to study the possibility of electroplating copper coatings on chemically and chemical-galvanically nickel-plated acrylic fibers, to be further processed into yarn…
Assessing the effectiveness of traditional wool scouring for small-scale farmers in South Africa: a study on detergents and scouring time
Ketshepileone Shiela Matlhoko, Jana Franie Vermaas, Natasha Cronjé, Sean van der MerweThe South African wool industry is integral to the country's agricultural sector, particularly sheep farming and wool production. Small-scale farmers play a vital role in this…
The effect of eWOM on consumer purchase intention and mediating role of brand equity: a study of apparel brands
Zebran Khan, Ariba Khan, Mohammed Kamalun Nabi, Zeba Khanam, Mohd ArwabThe purpose of this study is to investigate how electronic word of mouth (eWOM) affects purchase intention and brand equity, and to further examine the mediating role of brand…
Understanding the perceived business obstacles and determinants of credit adoption by textile firms: evidences from World Bank’s enterprises survey
Sanjeet Singh, Mitra Amini, Mohammed Jamshed, Hari Prapan Sharma, Waseem KhanThe purpose of the study is to examine the obstacle in doing business and determinants of credit adoption by the textile enterprises in India.
Garment sizing system development for Amhara policemen uniforms using data mining techniques
Berihun Bizuneh, Abrham Destaw, Fasika Hailu, Solomon Tsegaye, Bizuayehu MamoSizing system is a fundamental topic in garment fitting. The purpose of this study was to assess the fit of existing police uniforms (shirt, jacket, overcoat and trousers) and…
A new era: 3D printing as an aesthetic language and creative tool in fashion and textile design
Nazmiye Tufan Tolmaç, Özlenen Erdem İşmalThis study aims to produce textile-like surfaces using fused deposition modelling (FDM) 3D printers and create a garment collection.
Evaluation of solanum tuberosum potato peel waste for use as an eco-friendly antibacterial finish for cotton fabrics
Nonsikelelo Sheron Mpofu, Josphat Igadwa Mwasiagi, Cleophas Achisa Mecha, Eric Oyondi NganyiThis study aims to investigate the potential use of potato peel extracts as antibacterial finishes for cotton fabrics against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. Potato…
Evaluating fabrics produced by blending hollow fibres and bamboo with cotton/polyester wastes using the Kawabata system
Amal Mohamed El-Moursy, Zeinab Mohmed Abdel Mageid, Manar Yahia Ismail Abd El-Aziz, Nour Asser, Osama HakeimWearing clothes requires specifications for feeling comfortable, derived from the fibres, fabrics and finishing properties. This study aims to deal with the effect of economic…
Role of top management green commitment, adaptability culture and green product innovation in boosting organizational green performance in Pakistan
Maryam Gull, Mohsin Rashid, Sobia Hassan, Saqib RehmanTop management and managers must highlight environmental issues and adopt green product innovation (GPI) to implement eco-friendly management in their businesses. This research…
The effects of product-brand fit and brand type on wearable smart masks
Zhenghao Tong, Soyeong Lee, Hongjoo WooThis study aims to examine the effects of perceived product–brand fit and brand type on consumer evaluations of wearable smart masks’ technological, aesthetic and social…
Modeling of barrier in the adoption of omnichannel marketing: a case of Indian handloom industry
M.K.P. Naik, Prabhas Bhardwaj, Vinaytosh MishraThis study aims to explore the essence of the omnichannel in the handloom industry’s development and to identify, analyse and estimate the barriers obstructing the implementation…
Sustainable supply chain of Indonesia’s textile & apparel industry: opportunities and challenges
Vita Sarasi, Ina Primiana, Budi Harsanto, Yayan SatyaktiAs a leading sector that has entered the international market, the Indonesian Textile and Apparel (T&A) industry has begun to focus on sustainability issues; however, this study…
Behavior of parachute under varying in-flight condition – a review
Sudev Dutta, Payal BansalThe purpose of this review paper is to outline the parachute materials and its behavior. To enhance parachute life, it is highly desirable to consider the commercial angle for any…
Fabrication of fabric-like bacterial cellulose/activated carbon membrane for filtering layer applications of face masks by using textile padding method
Hung Ngoc Phan, Huong Mai Bui, Nguyen Khanh VuBacterial cellulose (BC) is an ideal alternative filtering material. However, current functionalization approaches for BC have not been fully discovered industrially as well as…
A study on the coloration effectiveness of Chromolaena odorata on the worsted wool fabric
Chau Thi Ngoc Pham, Hung Ngoc Phan, Thao Thanh Hoang, Tien Thi Thuy Dao, Huong Mai BuiThe health and environmental hazards associated with synthetic dyes have led to a revival of natural dyes that are non-toxic, environmentally benign and coupled with various…
Honeydew contaminated cotton: a sticky problem needs a solution
Prapti Behera, Sanjukta Aravind, Balaji SeetharamanBales of cotton run through the gins and textile mill instruments, stick to them and make it cumbersome for the ginning mill workers. This is so because more time and money have…
The use of textile materials for respiratory protection in times of pandemics: a systematic review and analysis
Ana Aline Mendes Paim, Morgana Carneiro de Andrade, Fernanda SteffensGiven the COVID-19 Pandemic outbreak and the role of medical textiles for protection, this study aims to identify the leading research foci on using textile materials for personal…
Development of a risk model for different innovator types in textile and apparel industries
Udeni Kumarapeli, Vijitha Ratnayake, Sanath Siroshana JayawardanaTechnological innovation is one of the strongest driving forces in the survival and growth of any organization, including textile and apparel industries. However, technological…
Application of predetermined motion and time system in sewing automat to enhance the productivity and operator utilisation
Priyabrata Mondal, Prabir JanaAutomation and the new buzzword, “Industry 4.0”, have dominated the media headlines in recent months. In this scenario, apparel manufacturers should not only install automatic…
Can garment production survive in a developed economy in the 21st century? A study of “Made in Ireland”
Miriam Keegan, Sheng LuGiven the heated academic and policy debate regarding the fate of garment manufacturing in a high-wage developed economy in the 21st century, this study aims to explore the…
Review of effects of COVID-19 pandemic on the textile industry: challenges, material innovation and performance
Raphael Kanyire Seidu, Shou-xiang Jiang, Benjamin Tawiah, Richard Acquaye, Ebenezer Kofi HowardThe purpose of this study is to present a systematic review of the effects of COVID-19 on the conventional textile production subsector. The emergence of the COVID-19 virus in…
An investigation into the potential of water retted fiber from agricultural waste of Curcuma longa plant for textile application
Tina Martina, Wiah Wardiningsih, Ajeng Rianti, Ryan Rudy, Samuel Martin PradanaThe purpose of this study was to characterize the fiber from Curcuma longa (turmeric) stems. The fiber’s properties were used to assess its potential for textile yarn production.
Sericin eco-friendly biomaterial as a spin finish in drawn textured PET yarn production
Abolfazl ZareThis paper aims to extracted sericin from the cocoons of Bombyx mori silkworms, and sericin powder was applied onto drawn textured polyethylene terephthalate (PET) yarns as a spin…
A compressive review on different surface finishing of cotton fabrics
Haymanot EnawgawThe purpose of this paper is to give compiled information on previously applied cotton fabric surface modifications. The paper covered most of the modifications done on cotton…
Study of lawsone and its modified disperse dyes derived by triple cascade reaction: dyeing performance on nylon and polyester fabrics
Nilam C. Patel, Dipen H. Desai, Paresh N. PatelThis paper aims to develop a novel protocol for the synthesis of disperse dyes derived by a triple cascade reaction with lawsone in presence of Zn acetate as a catalyst. The…
Creation of smart compression garment using magnetic nanotextiles
Mykola Riabchykov, Liudmyla Nazarchuk, Oksana Tkachuk, Victoria StytsyukThis paper aims to prove the expediency and effectiveness of magnetic textiles use obtained by adding nanopowder synthesized on the basis of oxides of divalent and trivalent iron…
An exploratory study of Swedish and Romanian organisations to investigate upcycling practice in the clothing industry
Manoj Kumar Paras, Rudrajeet Pal, Daniel EkwallThe process of redesigning is one of the essential steps in upcycling, which comprises ideation, reconstruction and fitting. This paper aims to study the best practice of…
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