Tekstilec
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the fabric of engineering and management excellence.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Textile Materials Development:
Investigating new textile materials, including natural and synthetic fibers, and their applications in various industries such as automotive, fashion, and medical. - Sustainable Practices and Innovations:
Exploring eco-friendly methodologies in textile production, dyeing processes, and waste management to promote sustainability within the textile industry. - Functional and Performance Properties of Textiles:
Analyzing the physical, mechanical, and comfort properties of textiles, including their suitability for specific applications like sportswear, medical garments, and everyday clothing. - Technological Advancements in Textile Processes:
Researching advancements in manufacturing processes, including automated systems, computer modeling, and 3D printing technologies to enhance efficiency and quality in textile production. - Consumer Behavior and Market Trends:
Studying consumer perceptions, behaviors, and market dynamics related to textile and apparel products, focusing on sustainability and fast fashion implications.
Trending and Emerging
- Artificial Intelligence in Textiles:
The application of artificial intelligence in optimizing textile production processes and enhancing design capabilities is rapidly growing, reflecting technological advancements in the industry. - Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Innovations:
A marked increase in research addressing sustainability, including waterless dyeing methods and the use of biodegradable materials, aligns with global environmental concerns. - Health and Safety in Textiles:
The development of textiles for medical applications, including antimicrobial and antiviral properties, is gaining attention, particularly in response to increased health awareness. - Consumer Awareness and Fast Fashion Dynamics:
Research exploring consumer attitudes towards sustainability in fast fashion is trending, highlighting the importance of consumer behavior in driving industry changes. - Smart Textiles and Wearable Technology:
There is a growing interest in smart textiles that incorporate technology for enhanced functionality, catering to diverse applications from healthcare to sports.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Textile Production Techniques:
Research focused on conventional textile production methods has seen a decline, likely due to the increasing emphasis on innovative and sustainable practices. - Basic Textile Properties Analysis:
While foundational studies on basic textile properties remain important, there is a noticeable shift toward more complex analyses involving multifunctional and smart textiles. - Non-Eco-Friendly Dyeing Methods:
Research on traditional dyeing processes that do not consider environmental impacts is becoming less frequent, as there is a growing preference for sustainable and innovative dyeing solutions. - General Textile Historical Studies:
Papers focusing on historical aspects of textiles and their cultural significance have decreased, overshadowed by more applied and technical research themes.
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