Nanomaterials and Textiles (Second Edition)

A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Nanocomposite Materials".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 547

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Faculty of Textile and Clothing Technology, Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences, 41065 Mönchengladbach, Germany
Interests: sol–gel technology; antimicrobial materials; textile coating; effect pigments; UV protection; functionalization
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Faculty of Engineering and Mathematics, Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Interaktion 1, 33619 Bielefeld, Germany
Interests: biopolymers; electrospinning; magnetism; spintronics; optics; dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs); smart textiles
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

When nanomaterials meet textiles, innovative new materials meet successful conventional fiber-based materials. This Special Issue will give an overview of all kinds of nanomaterials and their advantageous applications in textile-based materials for the realization of new materials with advanced or completely new properties. Prominent examples in this field are related to nanoparticular (sol–gel-based) finishing agents for antimicrobial or flame-retardant functionalization; embedding particles in fibers during spinning processes to reach radiation protective properties; phosphorescence inorganic particles or fluorescent carbon quantum dots for the realization of luminescent effects. A broad field for nanomaterials and textiles is also electrospinning, opening up, e.g., the chance for the creation of new functional filter materials.

In summary, this Special Issue will present comprehensive research outlining progress in the field of nanomaterials and textiles – the application of nanomaterials to improve the performance of textiles or even initiate new functional properties. This includes the utilization of nanoparticular finishing agents, new printing technology, fiber modification by spin-doping or electrospinning techniques, and similar techniques. We invite authors to contribute original research articles and review articles covering the current progress on nanomaterials and textiles. Potential topics include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Nanoparticular finishing agents;
  • Sol–gel technology;
  • Surface structuring of textiles (nanostructuring);
  • Photoactive materials;
  • Printing processes and nanoparticular additives;
  • Functional textiles—in the area of antimicrobial, flame-retardant, UV-protective textiles, etc.;
  • Application of graphene, graphene oxide, or carbon quantum dot materials;
  • Fiber modification by spin-doping;
  • Electrospinning;
  • Nanomaterials in composites and fiber-reinforced materials.

Prof. Dr. Boris Mahltig
Prof. Dr. Andrea Ehrmann
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Keywords

  • nanomaterials
  • textiles
  • fibers
  • non-woven
  • sol–gel technology
  • electrospinning
  • nanostructuring
  • functional textiles

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Smart Polymers and Adaptive Systems in Pilot Suit Engineering: Toward Autonomous, Responsive, and Wearable Flight Technologies
by Hanjing Ma, Yuan He, Yu Ma, Guannan Han, Zhetao Zhang and Baohua Tian
Nanomaterials 2025, 15(16), 1228; https://doi.org/10.3390/nano15161228 - 12 Aug 2025
Abstract
Next-generation pilot suits are evolving into intelligent, adaptive platforms that integrate advanced polymeric materials, smart textiles, and on-body artificial intelligence. High-performance polymers have advanced in mechanical strength, thermal regulation, and environmental resilience, with fabrication methods like electrospinning, weaving, and 3D/4D printing enabling structural [...] Read more.
Next-generation pilot suits are evolving into intelligent, adaptive platforms that integrate advanced polymeric materials, smart textiles, and on-body artificial intelligence. High-performance polymers have advanced in mechanical strength, thermal regulation, and environmental resilience, with fabrication methods like electrospinning, weaving, and 3D/4D printing enabling structural versatility and sensor integration. In particular, functional nanomaterials and hierarchical nanostructures contribute critical properties such as conductivity, flexibility, and responsiveness, forming the foundation for miniaturized sensing and integrated electronics. The integration of flexible fiber-based electronics such as biosensors, strain sensors, and energy systems enables real-time monitoring of physiological and environmental conditions. Coupled with on-body AI for multimodal data processing, autonomous decision-making, and adaptive feedback, these systems enhance pilot safety while reducing cognitive load during flight. This review places a special focus on system-level integration, where polymers and nanomaterials serve as both structural and functional components in wearable technologies. By highlighting the role of nanostructured and functional materials within intelligent textiles, we underline a potential shift toward active human–machine interfaces in aerospace applications. Future trends and advancements in self-healing materials, neuromorphic computing, and dynamic textile systems will further elevate the capabilities of intelligent pilot suits. This review discusses interdisciplinary strategies for developing pilot wearables capable of responding to real-time physiological and operational needs. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Nanomaterials and Textiles (Second Edition))
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