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Innovative Structural Design and the Characterisation of Textile Materials

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Science and Engineering".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 May 2025) | Viewed by 5217

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Prof. Dr. Zhaoqun Du

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Key Laboratory of Textile Science & Technology, Ministry of Education, College of Textiles, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China
Interests: auxetic textiles; spacer textiles; wearable textiles; apparatuses and methods for textiles; functional and smart textiles
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Dear Colleagues,

Innovative Structural Design and the Characterisation of Textile Materials have acquired wide attention for their high performance, functions and intelligence, including in smart wearable products, smart clothing, functional engineering fabrics, intelligent fabrics, biomedical fabrics, etc. This is attributed to the innovative structural design and characterisation of structures and micro/nano materials, in which multiscale structures range from the micro-scale and meso-scale to macroscopic constructions, and in which material performance consists of physical, chemical and biological properties. In this Special Issue, we aim to collect recent academic achievements with the following topics of interest: functional and smart textiles; structure design and enhanced properties of textile materials; characterisation and evaluation methods of textile materials; modelling and simulation methods for the property analysis of textile materials; tactile sense with fabric; and advanced manufacturing and intelligent processing for textile materials, spacer fabrics, auxetic textiles, textile-based nanocomposites, fibre-based structural materials and textiles for diverse applications. This includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:

  • The design, modelling and simulation of the structure and performance of advanced textiles;
  • The characterisation of the tactile sense of fabric for humans, the handling of fabric and the comfort of clothing and fabrics;
  • Theoretical modelling of textiles with machines under processing;
  • Functional thermal-proof textile materials based on structure design and micro/nano materials;
  • Smart wearable textiles and garments for health and gesture monitoring and interactive technology;
  • Auxetic fibres, yarns, fabrics, membranes, foams, composites and so on;
  • Spacer textiles, hollow-structure textiles, porous-structure textiles, and so on;
  • Functional textiles with stab-proof, bullet-proof, pressure-releasing and crush-proof materials;
  • Flexible smart sensor or device application of advanced textiles;
  • High-performance, protective and functional garments for Olympic games;
  • The characterisation of the structure and performance of advanced materials;
  • Textile-based nanocomposites, fibre-based structural materials and textiles for diverse applications.

Both research papers and review articles are welcome. Please indicate in the cover letter that your submission was invited for this Special Issue.

Prof. Dr. Zhaoqun Du
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • fibres
  • yarns
  • fabrics
  • textiles
  • functional materials
  • structural design
  • material characterisation
  • modelling and simulation
  • smart wearable materials
  • auxetic materials

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Geometrical and Mechanical Modeling of Polymeric Multi-Ply Yarns
by Lucas Pires da Costa, Marco Moscatelli, Paola Caracino, Giorgio Novati and Claudia Comi
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(11), 4597; https://doi.org/10.3390/app14114597 - 27 May 2024
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This work aims to describe and predict the complex mechanical behavior of polymeric cords used as reinforcements in tires. Starting from the observed microstructure of the cords and from macroscopic experimental tests performed on single-ply yarns, a comprehensive geometric and mechanical model is [...] Read more.
This work aims to describe and predict the complex mechanical behavior of polymeric cords used as reinforcements in tires. Starting from the observed microstructure of the cords and from macroscopic experimental tests performed on single-ply yarns, a comprehensive geometric and mechanical model is developed. The real geometry of the cord is replaced by an equivalent three-dimensional continuum of a cylindrical shape, with a properly defined non-isotropic inelastic constitutive behavior. The three-dimensional viscoelastic and viscoplastic material model developed by the authors for rayon fibers is employed for this purpose. The actual directions of filaments inside the cord are computed by an analytical model, accounting for the twist in the yarns and in the filaments inside each yarn. Such directions, relevant to points of the cord cross-section, are then averaged along the pitch of the cord to obtain mean directions which represent the virtual reinforcement directions to be used in the equivalent cylindrical-shaped model. This analysis strategy is implemented in a finite element procedure. For rayon cords, the developed simulation tool (fed with appropriate parameters) gives numerical results that compare well with the corresponding experimental results. This approach could be effectively utilized in the analysis of cord-reinforced rubber composites. Full article
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Exploring Cost Stickiness in the Textile Industry: A Comparative Analysis between the Nordic Countries and Spain through Panel Data Analysis
by Carolina Bona-Sánchez, Heidi Salokangas and Kaisa Sorsa
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(6), 2599; https://doi.org/10.3390/app14062599 - 20 Mar 2024
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This study explores the complexities of cost behavior in the textile industry, conducting a comparative analysis between firms in the Nordic countries and Spain. Our main goal is to examine how distinct economic and corporate governance models impact the cost management strategies of [...] Read more.
This study explores the complexities of cost behavior in the textile industry, conducting a comparative analysis between firms in the Nordic countries and Spain. Our main goal is to examine how distinct economic and corporate governance models impact the cost management strategies of textile firms. Utilizing a panel dataset from the Orbis database covering the years 2017 to 2022, we reveal significant differences in cost stickiness between these regions. Notably, Nordic textile firms demonstrate a stronger tendency toward cost stickiness compared to their Spanish counterparts. This difference is largely attributed to the Nordic textile firms’ more cautious approach to adjusting costs in response to decreases in revenue, potentially motivated by a commitment to sustainability, eco-friendly technologies, and long-term business success. Our analysis not only highlights the complex interaction between the global challenges confronting the textile sector and the unique economic and governance environments but also maps out how these elements shape cost management strategies. By offering insights to both academics and practitioners, this study advocates for a comprehensive cost management approach, capable of navigating demand volatilities and strategic complexities faced by textile firms. Full article
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Novel Fabrication Method for Pressure-Sensing Polymeric Optical Fiber (POF) Fabric with Non-Direct-Contact Conductive System
by Meng Li, Kun Hu, Lan Ge, Wenliang Xue, Aihua Dong and Qiu Tan
Appl. Sci. 2024, 14(6), 2284; https://doi.org/10.3390/app14062284 - 8 Mar 2024
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Considering the current limitations of intelligent interactive in electronic integration and luminescent modes, this paper proposes a novel fabrication method for pressure-sensing POF fabrics with a non-direct-contact conductive system. In this system, conductive materials are concealed in the fabric structure to avoid direct [...] Read more.
Considering the current limitations of intelligent interactive in electronic integration and luminescent modes, this paper proposes a novel fabrication method for pressure-sensing POF fabrics with a non-direct-contact conductive system. In this system, conductive materials are concealed in the fabric structure to avoid direct contact with the human body. It was enabled by integrating layered weave structure, POFs, conductive yarns, and fabric patches within the fabric. Laser engraving was also applied on the fabric surface to achieve intricate pattern design. Experimental tests were conducted on sensing and luminescent properties of this POF fabric. The circuit module and software were developed to support the interactive function. The potential application of this fabric in the interior components of intelligent cockpits was envisioned. The research results show that the POF fabric integrated with conductive yarns and conductive fabric patches has good pressure sensitivity, enabling control of the fabric’s luminescent color by pressing the fabric surface. The non-direct-contact conductive system developed in this study offers the advantage of electrical signal stability by avoiding interference from human body resistance and grounding conditions. The development of this type of interactive luminescent textile holds promising prospects for application and development in various fields, including intelligent cockpits. Full article
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