Investigating the effect of different filaments and yarn structures on mechanical and physical properties of dual-core elastane composite yarns.

Dual-core yarns, containing two filaments within the core of the yarn, have gained increasing commercial and research interest recently, especially in denim manufacturing. The use of multi-components in dual-core yarns allows for tailoring the properties of the yarn and denim fabric. The type of filaments and fibers and their surface characteristics play a role in fiber-to-fiber cohesion within yarn structure.

Enhancing Mechanical Properties and Flux of Nanofibre Membranes for Water Filtration.

Nanofibres have gained attention for their highly porous structure, narrow pore size, and high specific surface area. One of the most efficient techniques for producing nanofibres is electrospinning. These fibres are used in various fields, including water filtration.

Morphological Structures and Self-Cleaning Properties of Nano-TiO Coated Cotton Yarn at Different Washing Cycles.

Titanium dioxide (TiO) has an extraordinary photocatalytic activity and it effectively provides self-cleaning properties for cotton products. With the presence of succinic acid, it helps the adherence of the TiO nanoparticles on cotton surfaces. However, the ability of succinic acid to keep the TiO adhered on cotton after washing is not yet fully understood.

Interdisciplinary Research to Advance Digital Imagery and Natural Compounds for Eco-Cleaning and for Preserving Textile Cultural Heritage.

The old fibers that make up heritage textiles displayed in museums are degraded by the aging process, environmental conditions (microclimates, particulate matter, pollutants, sunlight) and the action of microorganisms. In order to counteract these processes and keep the textile exhibits in good condition for as long as possible, both reactive and preventive interventions on them are necessary. Based on these ideas, the present study aims to test a natural and non-invasive method of cleaning historic textiles, which includes the use of a natural substance with a known antifungal effect (being traditionally used in various rural communities)-lye.

Microbiological, Health and Comfort Aspects of Indoor Air Quality in a Romanian Historical Wooden Church.

Monitoring the indoor microclimate in old buildings of cultural heritage and significance is a practice of great importance because of the importance of their identity for local communities and national consciousness. Most aged heritage buildings, especially those made of wood, develop an indoor microclimate conducive to the development of microorganisms. This study aims to analyze one wooden church dating back to the 1710s in Romania from the microclimatic perspective, i.