Advances in Sustainable Materials and Products, 2nd Edition

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Dear Colleagues,

The development of new materials and the research on their applications are interdisciplinary. This is due to the need to study and make decisions for various relationships between the structure, properties, and functions of various types of materials. In addition, analyses and research on materials, including the processes of their creation, are concerned with the stabilization of the quality of materials, as well as taking actions in accordance with the principles of production activities and sustainable development. They are explored in the areas of production engineering science, mechanical engineering, and materials engineering, as well as the aforementioned area of sustainable development. There is a need to adapt materials and processes in accordance with the factories of the future, working with the idea of sustainable development, i.e., developing towards Industry 5.0. This includes investigating trends in advanced materials activities related to the environment, society, and the economy in many fields of engineering science. This is in line with the so-called greening of production, i.e., making decisions supporting the reduction in natural resources, pollution, and waste, as well as the reuse of materials and reducing emissions in processes. Modern practices of sustainable production in the area of materials are in great demand as they contribute to the increase in the competitiveness of enterprises. However, dynamic market changes make the simultaneous research and development of materials in terms of quality and the environment difficult. Therefore, it is crucial to make decisions that will ensure the development and improvement of materials and processes in a way that is safe for the environment and at the same time meets the expectations of the market. Articles on improvements, including, but not limited to, material decision-making and its use in mechanical, energy, and environmental solutions and novel manufacturing techniques are particularly welcome.

Prof. Dr. Andrzej Pacana
Dr. Dominika Siwiec
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Journal Name	Impact Factor	CiteScore	Launched Year	First Decision (median)	APC
Energies energies	3.2	7.3	2008	16.8 Days	CHF 2600	Submit
Materials materials	3.2	6.4	2008	15.5 Days	CHF 2600	Submit
Sustainability sustainability	3.3	7.7	2009	17.9 Days	CHF 2400	Submit
Applied Sciences applsci	2.5	5.5	2011	16 Days	CHF 2400	Submit
Processes processes	2.8	5.5	2013	14.9 Days	CHF 2400	Submit
C carbon	2.9	3.4	2015	22.5 Days	CHF 1600	Submit
Encyclopedia encyclopedia	-	-	2021	26.8 Days	CHF 1200	Submit

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Optimization Model for Tensile Strength Prediction in Woven Upholstery Fabrics Containing Recycled PP

by Bestem Esi

Processes 2026, 14(2), 336; https://doi.org/10.3390/pr14020336 - 18 Jan 2026

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The increasing environmental impact of the textile industry has led to the development of sustainable production methods. One of the effective approaches is the use of recycled fibers, which helps to save resources, reduce carbon emissions, and support the circular economy. This study [...] Read more.

The increasing environmental impact of the textile industry has led to the development of sustainable production methods. One of the effective approaches is the use of recycled fibers, which helps to save resources, reduce carbon emissions, and support the circular economy. This study investigates the feasibility of producing durable upholstery fabrics incorporating recycled polypropylene (r-PP) and virgin polypropylene (v-PP). Filament yarns with varying r-PP/v-PP blend ratios, produced by the melt spinning process, were used as weft yarns, while commercially available virgin polyester filament yarns were employed in the warp direction for all fabric samples. Performance tests in accordance with the standards were applied to the fabrics and the results were also evaluated statistically. The results show that acceptable performance is achieved in some mechanical properties if similar blend ratios and production parameters are used. In the study, an optimization model was developed to maximize the weft breaking strength using the equations obtained from the regression analyses. With the help of the mathematical model created, the values of other physical and performance properties of the fabric depending on the maximum breaking strength value could be estimated without the need for trial production. The model was solved using Lingo 18.0 optimization software. The solution of the model revealed that the optimum weft yarn blend ratio is 10/90 r-PP/v-PP, and the maximum weft breaking strength value is 562.45 N. Full article

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