Bio textiles: Nature-Inspired Materials and Sustainable Textile Innovations

Abstract

The textile industry stands at a crossroads, propelled by a growing urgency to adopt sustainable practices in response to environmental concerns. Bio textiles, inspired by nature's ingenious designs and processes, offer a transformative pathway towards eco-friendly and ethically conscious textile innovation. This review explores the realm of biotextiles, delving into their foundations in biomimicry and their potential to revolutionize the industry. From spider silk-inspired fibers to lotus effect-driven water-repellent textiles and cellulose-based biodegradable fabrics, these materials draw inspiration from nature's blueprint, offering sustainability and functionality. Challenges such as scalability, performance standards, and integration with existing infrastructure persist. However, collaborative research, interdisciplinary approaches, and policy support promise to overcome these hurdles. The future of biotextiles relies on continued innovation, consumer awareness, and circular design principles, heralding a paradigm shift towards a more harmonious relationship between textile production and the environment. As biotextiles evolve, they hold the promise of reshaping the industry, fostering sustainability, and contributing to a more conscious and regenerative future.