Research Journal of Textile and Apparel: Volume 27 Issue 3

Guest editorial: Operational research techniques and statistical learning for textile industry: look forward

R. Ghasemy Yaghin, Mark Goh

Engineering UPF and comfort parameters of knitted fabrics and validation using statistical techniques

Manoj Kumar Imrith, Satyadev Rosunee, Roshan Unmar

The thermophysiological comfort of fabrics is prerequisite as customers covet adequate moisture, heat management-supported and UV protective clothing that measure up to their…

A rough set approach for classification of fabric defects

Subhasis Das, Anindya Ghosh

In recent years, rough set theory has evolved as one of the most promising classification techniques. One of the cardinal uses of rough set theory is its application for rule…

Structural modelling of 100% cotton single jersey fabrics for optimum UV protection

Manoj Kumar Imrith, Satyadev Rosunee, Roshan Unmar

Lightweight, open construction cotton knitted fabrics generally do not impart good protection from solar ultraviolet radiation (UVR). As lightweight 100% cotton single jersey is…

Efficiency evaluation and loan assessment of fashion upcyclers in Liberia using fuzzy, DEA and FIS models

Peter Davis Sumo, Xiaofen Ji, Liling Cai

Studies on textile upcycling in Africa are rare, particularly in Liberia, where extensive upcycling designs are appreciated throughout the country. This study aims to contribute…

A simultaneous balancing and sequencing algorithm to plan assembly lines in the fashion industry

Jens K. Perret

The purpose of the study is to fill a gap in the literature on mathematical production planning (joint balancing and sequencing) in the fashion industry. It considers in…

Statistical insights on the effect of twill angle on denim fabrics Skewness

Ahmed Ramadan Abd El-Hamied EL-Tantawi

This study aims to show that the manner of fabric deformation during relaxation depends upon the twill angle line and its direction (twill S or Z). The quantity of the skewness is…

Using an optimization model to support small sewing companies: a case study in a Brazilian textile cluster

José Leão, Leydiana de Sousa Pereira, Maria Luiza Xavier De Holanda Cavalcanti

Textile manufacturers worldwide are reformulating their networks, often outsourcing them to maintain a competitive advantage and increase market share. From this perspective, the…

Are handloom micro-enterprises in India efficient? Estimation based on DEA and bootstrap truncated regression approach

Bijoy Kumar Dey, Ujjwal Kanti Paul, Gurudas Das

Although handloom is a significant source of livelihood for millions of people in India, it performs poorly compared to other sectors of the economy, which may be the root of…

What drives the profitability of Indian handloom enterprises? An insight based on the seemingly unrelated regression model

Bijoy Kumar Dey, Ujjwal Kanti Paul

This study aims to extend the discussion on firm profitability to include handloom enterprises in India.