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Improving the functionality of raw cotton: simultaneous strength increases and additional multi-functional

Salma Katun Sela¹, A K M Nayab-Ul-Hossain², Md Shafikul Islam Rakib²

¹Department of Textile Engineering, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, Bangladesh.

|August 11, 2020

Summary

This study chemically treated raw cotton fabric to achieve 100% reflectance, flame resistance, and antimicrobial properties. The modified fabric shows improved strength, crease resistance, and durability, enhancing garment longevity and comfort.

Keywords:

Bioengineering Crease resistance Flame resistance Industrial engineering Materials science Metallurgical engineering Microorganism durability Reflectance

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Area of Science:

Textile Science
Materials Science
Polymer Chemistry

Background:

Raw cotton fabric exhibits low reflectance, high flammability, and susceptibility to microbial growth.
Conventional processing can degrade cotton fabric strength.
There is a growing demand for multi-functional textiles in the fashion industry.

Purpose of the Study:

To chemically modify raw cotton fabric to impart multiple functional properties.
To enhance cotton fabric's reflectance, flame resistance, and antimicrobial characteristics.
To improve fabric strength, crease resistance, and overall durability.

Main Methods:

Single jersey raw cotton fabric (150 GSM) underwent a specific chemical treatment.
The treatment aimed to increase reflectance to approximately 100% and introduce flame resistance.
Properties such as strength, crease recovery, and antimicrobial activity were evaluated post-treatment.

Main Results:

The treated fabric achieved near 100% reflectance and significant flame resistance.
Fabric strength increased by 4%, with crease recovery angles improving by 57% (course way) and 82% (wales way).
The modified fabric demonstrated antimicrobial properties and enhanced durability, with improvements persisting after washing.

Conclusions:

The chemical treatment successfully created a multi-functional cotton fabric with enhanced properties.
The modified fabric offers improved comfort, durability, and protection against heat and flame.
This development presents opportunities for advanced, long-lasting garments and multi-functional textile applications.