In
the
past
years,
a
great
deal
of
attention
has
been
paid
to
passive
cooling
envelope
materials
or
smart
windows
cope
with
increase
in
building
energy
consumption
due
global
warming.
However,
combining
curtains
could
enable
on-demand
thermal
management
based
on
its
dynamically
adjustable
characteristics.
Herein,
superhydrophobic
cotton
fabric
low
conductivity
(0.0342
W/mK),
high
solar
reflectivity
(0.9280)
and
infrared
emissivity
(0.9698)
was
obtained
by
wrapping
porous
SiO2/poly(vinylidene
fluoride-hexafluoropropylene)
composite
coating
via
solvent
exchange
phase
separation
sanding.
The
fabrics
realized
an
average
10.3℃
during
daytime
showed
impressive
performance
relative
pristine
cotton.
Notably,
demonstrated
superior
nighttime
insulation
outdoor
testing
simulations
compared
commercial
curtains.
Therefore,
as
allow
for
reducing
broadening
practical
application
radiative
materials.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: April 12, 2024
Abstract
Functional
antibacterial
textile
materials
are
in
great
demand
the
medical
sector.
In
this
paper,
we
propose
a
facile,
eco-friendly
approach
to
design
of
biodegradable
cotton
fabrics.
Cotton
fiber
fabrics
were
enhanced
with
chitosan
coating
loaded
plant
extracts
and
essential
oils.
We
employed
Fourier-transform
infrared
(FTIR)
X-ray
photoelectron
spectroscopy
(XPS),
UV–Vis
spectrophotometry,
optical
microscopy,
scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM),
thermogravimetric
analysis
(TGA)
characterize
color,
structure,
thermal
properties
modified
The
found
effectively
induce
growth
inhibition
Gram-positive
Gram-negative
bacteria,
especially
when
synergic
system
aloe
vera
extract
cinnamon
oil
was
applied
formulation.
Additionally,
observed
significant
color
weight
changes
after
5,
10,
20
days
soil
biodegradability
tests.
Given
straightforward
modification
process
use
non-toxic
natural
materials,
these
innovative
bio-based
show
promise
as
protective
antimicrobial
textiles
for
healthcare
applications.
Journal of Industrial Textiles,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
55
Published: March 1, 2025
Cotton
(Gossypium
spp.
),
commonly
known
as
the
“King
of
Fibers,”
plays
a
crucial
role
in
global
textile
industry
because
its
comfort,
breathability,
and
biodegradability.
However,
their
high
flammability
presents
significant
safety
risks,
particularly
fire-prone
environments,
leading
to
an
urgent
demand
for
effective
flame
retardants.
In
addition
concerns,
lack
inherent
antibacterial
properties
cotton
makes
it
susceptible
microbial
growth,
resulting
odors
fabric
degradation.
This
issue
has
been
exacerbated
by
COVID-19
pandemic,
which
heightened
public
awareness
hygiene
necessity
textiles
that
minimize
contamination.
Consequently,
there
surge
need
treatments
textiles,
focusing
on
solutions
are
both
environmentally
friendly.
Despite
this
increasing
focus,
numerous
reviews
have
examined
flame-retardant
finishing
separately.
comprehensive
analysis
integrates
functionalities
not
yet
systematically
compiled.
review
aims
fill
critical
gap
consolidating
existing
literature
eco-friendly
specifically
flame-retardant,
antibacterial,
dual-functional
treatments.
It
evaluates
current
state
retardants,
assesses
effectiveness
various
natural
agents,
explores
innovative
synergistic
formulations
designed
enhance
resistance
performance.
also
identifies
future
directions
development
multifunctional
meet
evolving
demands
consumers
align
with
regulatory
standards,
ultimately
contributing
safer
more
sustainable
solutions.
Polymer Degradation and Stability,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
216, P. 110504 - 110504
Published: Aug. 6, 2023
Herein,
we
present
a
novel
approach
to
the
development
of
multifunctional,
UV-protective,
photocatalytic,
antimicrobial
and
flame-retardant
nanocomposite
fabric
surface.
Using
sol–gel/hydrothermal
approach,
phosphorus-based
3-(trihydroxysilyl)propyl
methylphosphonate
(TPMP)
in
combination
with
Ag-doped
TiO2
was
applied
surface
cotton
fibers
for
first
time,
using
an
aqueous
AgNO3
solution
as
dopant.
The
modified
fabrics
were
characterized
by
Fourier
transform
infrared
spectroscopy
(FT-IR),
scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM),
energy-dispersive
X-ray
analysis
(EDS)
diffraction
(XRD)
confirm
successful
application
Ag-TiO2
TPMP
on
analyzing
morphology,
chemical
composition,
bonding
crystal
structure.
functional
properties
determined
measuring
UV
protection
factor
(UPF),
burning
behavior
thermo-oxidative
stability,
well
antibacterial
activity
against
Escherichia
coli
Staphylococcus
aureus.
results
show
formation
unique
matrix
TPMP–polysiloxane
well-distributed
Ag-TiO2.
TiO2/Ag2O
particles
cellulose
also
confirmed.
synergism
between
all
components
resulted
excellent
UVA
UVB
region,
UPF
50+,
self-sterilizing
both
tested
bacteria
enhanced
stability.
Therefore,
proposed
herein
is
promising
protective
surfaces
advanced
technical
textiles.
