THIAGARAJAR POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE,SALEM-

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Application of Nano technology in Textiles

By,
K.KESAVAN
S.DHANRAJ
Introduction

 Nano Technology has its application in each of the sectors.

 Now talking about the textile industry, growing demand of
customers about functional and durable clothing which are
sustainably manufactured has creed the slot for Nano technology
to be integrated in the sector of textile.
 So, nanotechnology in textile can be considered as the
manipulation, understanding and control of matter in nanoscale,
such that physical, chemical, and biological properties of the
materials can be synthesized, altered and cam be engineered to
get the next generation of clothing that has been way improved
compared to the previous one.
Nano fibres are manufactured with many different processes

 Electro Spinning
 Thermal induced phase separation
 Drawing
 Template synthesis
 Self – assembly
Why – NANO IN TEXTILE?
 Conventional method imparts different properties of
fabric.
 Loose functionality after several washing or wearing
 Reduce breathability
 Less comfort after long use

 Nano technology can provide high durability due to

 Large surface area to volume ratio
 High surface energy
 Coating of Nano particles on the fabric will not affect its
breathability or hand feel.
Where we can apply the Nano in textiles?

 Nanotechnology in fibres and yarns (fabric manufacturing)

 Nanotechnology in coating (textile finishing)
 E- Textiles
Different Structure of nano particles

Whiskers
Nano - Net
Nano whiskers

 Nano whiskers can make the fabric water and stain

resistant.
 Water and oil repellency
 Superior durability
 Breathable
 Fabric remains soft and natural
 Wrinkle resistance
NANO - NET

 Altersthe property of synthetic fibres like

polyester to give a feel of cotton and linen.
 Wick body moisture faster
 Dries quickly and gives the cooling effect
NANO - WRAP

 Nano wraps can enhance the fabric wash fastness

 Normal shirt after 50 washes will slightly damaged
with the fabric but for Nano wrap clothes its look the
same of new look.
 Strength and durability
 Improvement in colour fastness
 Crease Retention
 Static Resistance
Nano particles

 Clay Nano Particles

 ZnO Nano Particles
 TiO2 Nano Particles
 MgO Nano Particles
 Silver Nano Particles
 Ag FRESH CLOTHING

 All this properties are due to silver particles penetrating in the fibre
itself.
 This Ag fresh finish has been developed only for the clothes worn close
to skin.
 Further application are planned with this technology in
 Uniforms
 Casual wears
 Shirts
 Bedding
 Nightwear
Self cleaning clothes

 Titanium dioxide nanoparticles are catalysts that help

breaking down carbon-based molecules.
 Requires only sunlight to trigger the process
 This can be used to make self-cleaning clothes to tackle
dirt, environment pollutants, and harmful microorganisms.
 20nm
Water repellent and self cleaning

 Hydrophobic finish lowers the surface energy and gives a

maximum water contact angle of roughly 120 degree.
 To get the self cleaning ability this angle should be 150 to
180 degree.
 SiO2 and AI2O3 are used for super water repellent
finishes.
E= TEXTILE (ELECTRONIC TEXTILE)

 Smart/interactive textiles (SIT) are materials and

structures that sense and react to environmental
conditions or stimuli, such as those from mechanical,
thermal, chemical, electrical, magnetic or other sources.
Application in military science

 Military Uniforms that change colour to match the

environment.
 Scientists are working on “electrochromic camouflage”
fabric which changes colour instantly to blend with the
surroundings.
 Light weight bullet – proof vests
 GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM- GPS
 Textiles integrated with sensory devices driven by a GPS
can detect a user’s exact location anytime and in any
weather.
 Interactive electronic textiles with integrated GPS
enhance safety by quickly location the wearer and
allowing the suit to be heated.
 GPS can provide added safety for firefighters and
emergency personnel by facilitating offsite monitoring
vitals.
THANK YOU ALL