ADVANCES IN TEXTILES AND APPAREL (ELECTIVE)

Paper Code: 
HCT143
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 
  • To provide knowledge about the key issues of globalization and skills in sourcing.
  • To provide in depth knowledge of latest developments in textiles and apparel designing and help them to identify thrust areas of research.

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Innovations in Textile Fibers and Materials

Advanced Fibers and Performance Textiles

  • High-performance fibers: Aramid, Carbon, Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)
  • Nanofibers and electrospinning technology
  • Biodegradable and bio-based fibers

Smart and Functional Textiles

  • Phase Change Materials (PCM)
  • Shape Memory Alloys & Polymers
  • Thermochromic and photochromic textiles

Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Fibers

  • Recycled and regenerated fibers (PET, Lyocell, Modal)
  • Algae-based, protein-based, and lab-grown fibers
  • Zero-waste textile innovations

Case Studies & Industry Applications

  • Textile innovations in aerospace, automotive, and sportswear
  • Discussion on cutting-edge research papers

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Advanced Textile Manufacturing and Processing

Digital and Smart Manufacturing in Textiles

  • 3D and 4D knitting and weaving technologies
  • Digital textile printing and e-textiles
  • Industry 4.0 in textile production

Nanotechnology and Finishing Innovations

  • Nano-finishing for water repellency, antimicrobial, and UV protection
  • Self-cleaning and self-healing textiles
  • Plasma, enzyme, and sustainable finishing techniques

Sustainable Dyeing and Finishing

  • Waterless dyeing techniques (CO₂ dyeing, digital dyeing)
  • Natural dyes and bacterial pigments
  • Wastewater treatment and pollution control

Practical Applications & Research Directions

  • Case studies on advanced processing technologies
  • Lab-based analysis of smart finishes

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Advances in Apparel Technology and Production

Smart Factories and Industry 4.0 in Apparel Production

  • Concept of Industry 4.0 in garment manufacturing
  • Smart factories and IoT-based production
  • Real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance

Automation in Apparel Manufacturing

  • Computerized cutting and sewing technologies
  • Robotics in garment assembly
  • 3D knitting and automated pattern making

Digital Manufacturing and Virtual Prototyping

  • 3D virtual sampling and digital twins
  • CAD, CAM, and digital pattern making
  • Virtual fitting and body scanning technology

Circular Economy in Apparel

  • Strategies for reducing textile waste
  • Reverse logistics and closed-loop production
  • Upcycling and remanufacturing innovations

Case Studies & Industry Trends

  • Leading companies in smart textiles and digital fashion
  • Future research opportunities in apparel technology

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Sustainable Fashion and Consumer Behavior

Ethical Fashion and Sustainable Business Models

  • Sustainable supply chains and slow fashion
  • Fair trade, ethical sourcing, and transparency
  • Role of block chain in fashion sustainability

Psychology and Sociology of Clothing

  • Consumer perception of sustainable fashion
  • Influence of culture and identity on clothing choices
  • Behavioral economics in fashion consumption

Fashion Waste Management and Recycling

  • Textile waste auditing and life cycle assessment
  • Innovations in fabric recycling (mechanical vs. chemical)
  • Role of government policies in sustainable fashion

Industry Insights & Future Prospects

  • Emerging business models (rental, resale, digital fashion)
  • Case studies on brands implementing sustainable strategies

 

12.00
Unit V: 
Emerging Trends in Textiles and Apparel

Introduction to Emerging Trends

  • Evolution of trends in textiles and apparel
  • Factors influencing emerging trends (technology, sustainability, consumer behavior)
  • Role of research and innovation in shaping future trends

Future of the Fashion Industry

  • Consumer behavior and evolving fashion markets
  • Impact of globalization and localization in fashion
  • Forecasting trends and industry adaptability

 Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in Fashion

  • Importance of IPR in textiles and apparel
  • Copyright, trademark, and patent protection in fashion
  • Case studies on fashion lawsuits and counterfeiting issues

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Agarwal, N. P., & Mishra, B. K. (2009). Business finance. Prof. Publication.
  • Cooklin, G. (1991). Introduction to clothing manufacture. Blackwell.
  • Dickerson, K. (1995). Textiles and apparels in the global economy. Merrill Prentice Hall.
  • Easey, M. (2000). Fashion marketing. Blackwell Science.
  • Fairhurst, C. (2008). Advances in apparel production. Woodhead Publishing in Textiles.
  • Frings, G. S. (n.d.). Fashion from concept to consumer. Prentice International.
  • Jackson, T., & Shaw, D. (2008). Fashion buying and merchandising management. Macmillan Distribution Ltd.
  • Jarnow, J., & Guerreiro, M. (1991). Inside the fashion business. Prentice Hall.
  • Karpan. (2004). Change in trends in apparel industry. Abhishek Publications.
  • Moore, K. M. (1978). Fashion innovation and marketing. Macmillan Co.
  • Solinger, J. (1980). Apparel manufacture. Van Nostrand Reinhold.

 

References: 
  • Cooklin, G. (1997). Garment technology for fashion designers. Blackwell.
  • Cranz, R. L. M. (1972). Clothing concepts. Collier Macmillan.
  • De Helena, P., & Mueller, C. S. (1986). Marketing today's fashion. Prentice Hall.
  • Glock, R. E. (1990). Apparel manufacturing. Macmillan.
  •  Mehta, P. V. (1998). Managing quality in apparel industry. New Age International.

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Academic Year: 
2025-2026
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