Essays about: "Cotton fabric production"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 11 essays containing the words Cotton fabric production.

  1. 1. Investigation on the natural indigo dye for cotton fabric by using supercritical carbon dioxide

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

    Author : Ryoi Takamatsu; [2023]
    Keywords : Dyeing; supercritical carbon dioxide; indigo; cotton; eco-friendly; textile;

    Abstract : Concerns about the environmental impact of the textile industry are increasing, and there is an urgent need to develop and implement sustainable technologies. In particular, the environmental impact of dyeing, which emits a large amount of wastewater and chemicals, is one production process that needs to be resolved. READ MORE

  3. 2. Organising for Efficient Environmental Assessment : A Case Study on Cotton Fabric Production

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Amanda Friberg; Julia Eriksson; [2022]
    Keywords : LCA; Life cycle assessment; Product environmental assessment; Cotton fabric production; Organisational management; Data management; Furniture company; LCA; Livscykelanalys; Livscykelbedömning; Produktmiljöbedömning; Bomullstygtillverkning; Organisationsledning; Datahantering; Möbelföretag;

    Abstract : The textile industry is one of the most polluting industries globally and needs to change to meet the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Cotton fabric constitutes approximately 50% of all textiles. Its production is complex, and it is crucial to map all its processes to assess the environmental impact. READ MORE

  4. 3. LCA Based Water Footprint Assessment for a White Shirt

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Raveena Muthukumar; [2020]
    Keywords : Water footprint; water scarcity indicator; LCA; organic cotton; reuse of shirt;

    Abstract : The white shirt is widely chosen attire by the people for its comfort and aesthetics. With rising population growth and demand for clothing, the production of white cotton shirts will be increased. The production of the white cotton shirt has various environmental impacts and also leads to water scarcity issues. READ MORE

  5. 4. On the Mechanical Recycling of Woven Fabrics : Improving the Reusable Fibre Yield of Mechanical Methods

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Tillämpad materialvetenskap

    Author : Ludvig Johansson; [2020]
    Keywords : Textile; fabric; textiles; fabrics; mechanical; recycling; woven; weave; yarn; cotton; twill; satin; diamond; Textil; textilie; textilier; väv; garn; återvinning; mekanisk;

    Abstract : This master thesis studies the recycling prospects of textiles. The textile industry contributes negatively to the global environmentthrough the release of greenhouse gases and consumption of resources. In order to achieve a circular textile industry, textiles must be recyclable by both chemical and mechanical means. READ MORE

  6. 5. Thermal and Mechanical Analysis of a Sustainable Alternative to Neoprene Wetsuits

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Industriell Produktion

    Author : Eric Holmström; Jakob Mattsson; [2019]
    Keywords : Wetsuit; Sustainability; Insulation; Thermal Conductivity; Elasticity; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : A novel material composition has been investigated in terms of thermal, mechanical, economical and sustainable aspects to be compared to neoprene wetsuits. It is believed that a sandwich structure produced by a dipping method with rubber layers containing an insulating textile can insulate better than foamed neoprene. READ MORE