Journal of Advanced Research in Polymer and Textile Engineering

Advances In Sustainable Polymers And Functional Textiles: Materials, Processes, And Applications

2026-07-01T07:42:27+00:00

Sustainable polymers and functional textiles have become central to modern textile engineering, driven by growing environmental awareness, regulatory requirements, and consumer demand for eco-friendly and high-performance products. The development of bio-based and biodegradable polymers offers promising alternatives to conventional fossil-fuel-derived materials, reducing carbon footprints, microplastic pollution, and post-consumer waste. Advances in polymer functionalization, nanocomposite integration, and stimuli-responsive systems have enabled multifunctional textiles that combine traditional performance characteristics with additional capabilities such as sensing, energy harvesting, antimicrobial activity, and adaptive responses to environmental stimuli. Sustainable fabrication and processing techniques, including green polymer synthesis, electrospinning, and additive manufacturing, further enhance the environmental and functional performance of textile products. This review provides a comprehensive overview of current innovations in sustainable polymers and functional textile systems, examines challenges related to durability, scalability, and eco-compatibility, and outlines future research directions focused on integrating multifunctionality with circular economy principles in textile production.

How to cite this article:
Lyer K, Rao I, Advances In Sustainable Polymers And Functional Textiles: Materials, Processes, And Applications. J Adv Res Poly Text Engr 2025; 6(2): 6-11.

Convergence of Polymer Science And Textile Engineering: Recent Progress And Innovations

2026-07-01T07:52:54+00:00

The convergence of polymer science and textile engineering has fundamentally transformed traditional fabrics into advanced functional materials that offer enhanced mechanical strength, sensory capabilities, and environmental performance. By integrating polymers with textile architectures, researchers have developed smart textiles, conductive and sensor-enabled fabrics, sustainable bio-based polymers, and eco-friendly composites that address both high-performance requirements and environmental concerns. Recent advances in nanostructured polymers, stimuli-responsive systems, and additive manufacturing techniques have enabled multifunctional textiles capable of sensing, energy harvesting, actuation, and self-healing, while maintaining comfort and durability. This review provides a comprehensive overview of recent progress in material design, processing and fabrication methods, functional enhancements, and key applications in wearable electronics, healthcare, and protective systems. Furthermore, it highlights challenges related to scalability, durability, and environmental impact, and outlines future research directions emphasizing interdisciplinary innovation, sustainable development, and circular economy integration in polymer–textile systems.

How to cite this article:
Verma A, Nair D, Convergence of Polymer Science And Textile Engineering: Recent Progress And Innovations. J Adv Res Poly Text Engr 2025; 6(2): 12-17.

Ecofriendly Polymer and Textile Engineering: Materials, Processes, and Future Outlook

2026-07-01T08:00:07+00:00

The textile industry is one of the largest contributors to environmental pollution, driven by extensive use of fossil-based polymers, energy-intensive production processes, and linear “take-make-dispose” models. Increasing awareness of ecological impacts has motivated the development of eco-friendly and sustainable polymer alternatives derived from renewable resources, biodegradable materials, and green synthesis methods. These sustainable polymers can reduce waste generation, minimize microplastic release, and lower carbon footprints while maintaining functional and mechanical performance in textile applications. This review provides a comprehensive overview of eco-friendly polymers currently used in textiles, including biopolymers, bio-based composites, and biodegradable nanomaterials. It also highlights sustainable processing technologies, evaluates the environmental benefits and potential trade-offs, and discusses challenges such as scalability, cost-effectiveness, and durability. Finally, future research directions are outlined, emphasizing the integration of circular economy principles, lifecycle assessment, and innovative industrial adoption strategies to promote environmentally responsible textile production.

How to cite this article:
Kapoor A, Kapoor S, Ecofriendly Polymer And Textile Engineering: Materials, Processes, And Future Outlook. J Adv Res Poly Text Engr 2025; 6(2): 18-22.