{"title":"Fabrication and Pb2+ Adsorption Properties of Fibrous Cation-Exchange Materials from Waste Polystyrene","authors":"Choon-Ki Na, Gayeon Park, Hyunju Park","doi":"10.1007/s12221-025-01026-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12221-025-01026-8","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Polystyrene (PS) is widely used in small plastic products, contributing significantly to the amount of plastic waste generated worldwide. Thus, the development of simple and practical strategies to prepare high-value-added products from waste PS is of great importance. In this study, fibrous cation-exchange materials (PS-SO<sub>3</sub>H) were prepared by sulfonating waste PS and evaluated in terms of their heavy-metal-ion adsorption properties. The PS-SO<sub>3</sub>H fibers demonstrated excellent Pb<sup>2+</sup> adsorption, with a maximum adsorption capacity (<i>q</i><sub>max</sub>) of 240 mg/g at pH 4–5. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy confirmed the successful introduction of sulfonic acid groups into the PS fibers and formation of a porous surface, which enhanced the availability of adsorption sites. Mixed-ion adsorption experiments (Cd<sup>2+</sup>, Cu<sup>2+</sup>, Zn<sup>2+</sup>) revealed the greatest affinity for Pb<sup>2+</sup> owing to its large ionic radius and high charge density. Adsorption followed a second-order kinetic model, and the Langmuir isotherm yielded a <i>q</i><sub>max</sub> of 256.41 mg/g. Fixed-bed column experiments indicated that the height-to-diameter ratio significantly influenced adsorption. The Bohart–Adams and BDST models effectively predicted column performance. Desorption tests showed 1.0-N HNO<sub>3</sub> achieved over 90% desorption efficiency. The results demonstrate the potential of PS-SO<sub>3</sub>H fibers as efficient adsorbents for Pb<sup>2+</sup> removal, indicating applications in wastewater treatment and environmental remediation.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":557,"journal":{"name":"Fibers and Polymers","volume":"26 8","pages":"3303 - 3316"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145144537","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Larissa Queiroz Minillo, Mariana Natale Fiorelli Fabiche, Vanessa Carolina Lombardi Ambrosio, Bruno César de Castro Cardoso, Altibano Ortenzi
{"title":"Interface Performance of Untreated Dracaena trifasciata Fibers in Epoxy Composites","authors":"Larissa Queiroz Minillo, Mariana Natale Fiorelli Fabiche, Vanessa Carolina Lombardi Ambrosio, Bruno César de Castro Cardoso, Altibano Ortenzi","doi":"10.1007/s12221-025-01047-3","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12221-025-01047-3","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study evaluates the potential of <i>Dracaena trifasciata</i> (DT) fibers as reinforcement in epoxy composites by analyzing mechanical, thermal, and microstructural properties. Fibers underwent water-retting and drying, and were characterized via SEM and FTIR. Composites were fabricated by vacuum infusion with 55% fiber volume fraction and tested according to ASTM D638. Two epoxy systems were investigated: a rigid matrix (LY5052) and a flexible matrix (AR324). With LY5052, DT fiber incorporation led to a 101% increase in elastic modulus but caused a 26% reduction in tensile strength, attributed to stress concentration at the fiber–matrix interface and brittle matrix behavior. In contrast, composites with AR324 exhibited a 908% increase in stiffness and nearly 1000% improvement in tensile strength, enabled by superior strain compatibility between the flexible matrix and the fiber reinforcement. TGA analysis showed thermal stability above 400 °C and ~ 5% increase in residual mass due to inorganic components in DT fibers. SEM revealed predominant fiber pull-out, 40 µm voids, and resin penetration into the fiber lumen. These findings highlight the importance of matrix selection in maximizing the mechanical potential of natural fibers. DT/epoxy composites are promising for lightweight applications, particularly when paired with ductile matrices that mitigate premature failure mechanisms.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":557,"journal":{"name":"Fibers and Polymers","volume":"26 8","pages":"3621 - 3630"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145144280","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Prediction of Color Coordinates of Polyester Fabrics Dyed with Madder Using Mamdani-Fuzzy Logic and Optimization Algorithm","authors":"Morteza Vadood, Aminoddin Haji","doi":"10.1007/s12221-025-01032-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12221-025-01032-w","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>One of the challenges faced by textile engineers has been accurately predicting the color of dyed products. Numerous studies have been conducted in this area thus far. In this paper, the polyester fabrics were dyed using madder, a natural dye, while changing the dyeing process parameters such as the dye concentration, temperature, time, pH, and liquor ratio. Following that, samples’ color coordinates were assessed in terms of <i>L</i>*, <i>a</i>*, and <i>b</i>*. The findings of the statistical analysis demonstrated that all the color data did not fit into a single statistical population; as a result, each color data (<i>L</i>*, <i>a</i>*, and <i>b</i>*) must be taken into account independently for modeling. To this aim, a Mamdani-type fuzzy model was employed and the model parameters, including the number of rules and ranges for each variable, were determined using optimization algorithms such the genetic, particle swarm optimization, and gray wolf optimization. For modeling step, initially, the data were separated into two categories: testing and training. The best models were utilized to predict the test group after being chosen based on their superior performance on the training group. The findings obtained demonstrated that the color coordinate values in terms of <i>L</i>*, <i>a</i>*, and <i>b</i>* could be predicted with an error of 3.05, 1.26, and 2.37, respectively, when a fuzzy model and optimization procedures were used.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":557,"journal":{"name":"Fibers and Polymers","volume":"26 8","pages":"3463 - 3472"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145144536","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Characterization and Evaluation of Cotton Rose-Blended Fabrics for Sustainable Applications","authors":"Nabaneeta Gogoi, Smita Bhuyan, Dipshikha Hazarika, Dibyashree Saikia, Parismita Neog, C. Prakash","doi":"10.1007/s12221-025-01041-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12221-025-01041-9","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The increasing emphasis on sustainability in textile manufacturing has inevitably led to the exploration of eco-friendly fiber alternatives. This study explores the potential of <i>Hibiscus mutabilis</i> (cotton rose) fiber, an underutilized lignocellulosic resource, for woven and non-woven fabric production through an eco-friendly approach. Cotton rose fibers were extracted using an optimized water retting process, followed by degumming and bleaching, to enhance their mechanical and physical properties. The fibers were then blended with jute (50:50 and 30:70 ratios) and processed into woven and needle-punched non-woven fabrics. The developed woven fabrics were evaluated for thickness, tearing strength, fabric count, GSM, and bending length, while non-woven fabrics were assessed for mass per unit area, tensile strength, elongation, shrinkage, and thermal insulation value (TIV). Results indicate that the 50:50 cotton rose/jute blend exhibited superior mechanical and structural properties, with the highest tearing strength (39.35 kgf), fabric thickness (1.84 mm), GSM (5.04 g), and TIV (2.31 tog) compared to the 30:70 blend. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analyses confirmed the removal of non-cellulosic impurities, improving fiber surface morphology. The findings highlight the suitability of cotton rose fiber for textile applications, particularly in thermal insulation and protective textiles. The successful development of woven products (shopping bags, foil covers, tablemats) and non-woven products (oven gloves, thermo-tiffin bags) demonstrates its practical applications in sustainable textiles. By utilizing underexplored plant fibers, this study promotes waste valorization, supports the circular economy, and advances cleaner production practices in the textile sector.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":557,"journal":{"name":"Fibers and Polymers","volume":"26 8","pages":"3649 - 3655"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145144047","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hong Guo, Xinyi Ma, Tao Zhang, Jing Guo, Jianjun Lu
{"title":"High-Yield Cellulose Nanocrystals Based on Waste Cotton Fabrics and Its Reinforcement of PVA Composite Films","authors":"Hong Guo, Xinyi Ma, Tao Zhang, Jing Guo, Jianjun Lu","doi":"10.1007/s12221-025-01040-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12221-025-01040-w","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The high-value transformation of cellulose-based waste cotton fabrics holds great significance for resolving the dilemmas faced by the textile industry. Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs), emerging as novel high-value nanomaterials, possess substantial potential in reinforcement applications. This study aimed to explore two aspects: the production of CNCs from waste cotton fabrics and the reinforcement effect of CNCs in PVA composite films. The maximum yield of CNCs, reaching 88.3%, was achieved from cotton fabrics through treatment with 64% H<sub>2</sub>SO<sub>4</sub> at 60 °C for 60 min. Under optimal conditions, the prepared rod-shaped CNCs, obtained using 56% and 64% H<sub>2</sub>SO<sub>4</sub>, had lengths of 203.5 ± 64.6 nm and 87.4 ± 23.3 nm, and diameters of 20.6 ± 6.8 nm and 16.1 ± 3.3 nm, respectively. Characterization results demonstrated that CNCs prepared under different conditions exhibited good crystalline structures and thermal stability. However, with an increase in sulfuric acid concentration, the <i>T</i><sub>onset</sub> and <i>T</i><sub>max</sub> of CNCs showed a decreasing trend. When 5% of the CNCs prepared with 56% and 64% H<sub>2</sub>SO<sub>4</sub> was added to PVA, compared to neat PVA films, the PVA composite films showed improvements in tensile strength by 70.10% and 40.98%, and in elongation at break by 85.68% and 88.97%, respectively. This research offers an effective approach for the high-yield production of CNCs from waste cotton fabrics and their reinforcement applications in PVA composite films.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":557,"journal":{"name":"Fibers and Polymers","volume":"26 8","pages":"3573 - 3583"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145144048","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Thermal Protective Performance of Plated Weft-Knitted Structures Using Para-Aramid and FR Polyester Under Different Thermal Exposures","authors":"Viraj Uttamrao Somkuwar, Aviral Kishore Gupta, Hema Garg, Akshat Tamboli, Bipin Kumar","doi":"10.1007/s12221-025-01030-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12221-025-01030-y","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Firefighters operate in environments with intense thermal hazards, necessitating clothing that offers both flame resistance and thermal comfort. This study reports the development and evaluation of double-faced plated weft-knitted fabrics using inherently flame-resistant para-aramid yarn on the outer surface and varied proportions of FR polyester and para-aramid on the inner surface. The effects of yarn composition and arrangement on thermal resistance, air permeability, and flame retardancy were systematically assessed. Thermal protective performance was evaluated under radiant, convective, and contact heat exposures in accordance with ASTM and ISO standards. The results indicated that plated structures enhanced thermal insulation due to increased fabric density and trapped still air, while the plain knit structure showed slightly better flame resistance due to its compact loop formation. Among all samples, the 70/30 para-aramid/FR polyester composition demonstrated the best balance between flame resistance and thermal comfort. This study establishes plated knitted fabrics as a promising design strategy to achieve both thermal protection and comfort, offering valuable insights for the development of firefighter suits and other heat-protective garments.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":557,"journal":{"name":"Fibers and Polymers","volume":"26 8","pages":"3537 - 3549"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145144074","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Characterization and Prediction of Stitch-Type Textile Sensors Using Deep Learning Model","authors":"Jiseon Kim, Jooyong Kim","doi":"10.1007/s12221-025-01031-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12221-025-01031-x","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study investigates five types of stitched types—straight, zigzag, joining, satin, and wave—under 10% tensile strain to evaluate their performance as textile sensors. Only the peak resistance values were extracted from each test and used to train a bidirectional long–short-term memory (Bi-LSTM) model. Structural characteristics of each stitch were analyzed through normalized resistance changes, <span>(Delta s)</span> values, and principal component analysis (PCA). The wave stitch showed the highest resistance change rate (0.04) and the largest <span>(Delta s)</span> (1.5), indicating high sensitivity. The Bi-LSTM model was trained to predict these features, achieving a test RMSE of 0.70. Among all stitch types, the wave stitch yielded the lowest RMSE (0.46), demonstrating strong predictive alignment with its physical response. These results confirm the model’s reliability in capturing and predicting stitch-specific sensing characteristics. This approach offers a data-driven method for evaluating and comparing stitched textile sensors, providing insights into their design and application potential. The findings suggest that deep learning models can effectively identify and forecast sensor behavior based on structural and signal features, contributing to the future development of smart textile sensors.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":557,"journal":{"name":"Fibers and Polymers","volume":"26 8","pages":"3429 - 3440"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145144168","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"One-Pot Preparation of a Novel Imidazole-Containing Water Polyurethane to Improve the Discoloration and Durability of Silver Ion Antimicrobial Finishes on Light-Colored Cotton Fabrics","authors":"Linghui Kong, Almas Anwar, Jiahui Li, Ning Fang, Yuying Zhang, Yuzhu Zhai, Yijun Jiang","doi":"10.1007/s12221-025-01033-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12221-025-01033-9","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study introduces a new silver-based antibacterial coating for white cotton fabric, overcoming the discoloration and durability limitations of traditional silver ion agents. A one-pot hydrothermal synthesis created a waterborne polyurethane (WPU) resin with imidazole groups. Combining this WPU resin with a silver ammonia solution and applying it to cotton fabric resulted in a functionalized textile with superior whiteness retention and lasting antibacterial properties. After 8 h of simulated sunlight, the whiteness of the treated fabric (76.8%) showed a significant improvement of 30.6% compared to a similar treatment without imidazole (58.8%), and even surpassed that of the untreated fabric (76.5%). Furthermore, the fabric maintained 99.9% inhibition rates against <i>E. coli</i> and <i>S. aureus</i> after 20 washes, with no adverse effects on other performance characteristics. This innovative approach enables the large-scale production of silver-coated antibacterial agents suitable for light-colored cotton textiles.</p><h3>Graphical Abstract</h3>\u0000<div><figure><div><div><picture><source><img></source></picture></div></div></figure></div></div>","PeriodicalId":557,"journal":{"name":"Fibers and Polymers","volume":"26 8","pages":"3335 - 3348"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145143853","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ana Carolina Volkmann, Carlos Rafael Silva de Oliveira, Andre Luiz Marquardt, Isadora Bertini Martins Francisco, Afonso Henrique da Silva Júnior, Catia Rosana Lange de Aguiar
{"title":"Use of Corn Oil as an Alternative Medium in Cotton Dyeing with Direct Dyes: Reducing Salt and Water Usage and Assessing Oil Reusability","authors":"Ana Carolina Volkmann, Carlos Rafael Silva de Oliveira, Andre Luiz Marquardt, Isadora Bertini Martins Francisco, Afonso Henrique da Silva Júnior, Catia Rosana Lange de Aguiar","doi":"10.1007/s12221-025-01036-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12221-025-01036-6","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Alternative methods, such as the use of vegetable oils, are being evaluated to reduce water consumption in textile dyeing processes. This study assessed the effectiveness of using corn oil in dyeing cotton with direct dye, aiming to reduce salt concentration and allow oil reuse. Initially, the oil-to-water ratio was investigated, and dyeing with 70% oil and 30% water resulted in the highest color strength, with a <i>K/S</i> value of 13.74 ± 0.58. At the same time, the conventional process yielded a <i>K/S</i> of 12.87 ± 0.77. Subsequently, salt concentration was reduced by 50%, achieving a <i>K/S</i> of 16.91 ± 0.77. Regarding FTIR analyses, no changes were observed in the transmittance bands of oil-based dyeing compared to the conventional process. The possibility of reusing corn oil was studied for the 70% oil and 30% water formulation with a 50% reduction in salt. After three dyeing cycles, the <i>K/S</i> obtained showed no significant difference from the first dyeing cycle, demonstrating the feasibility of reusing corn oil. The kinetic studies showed that dye adsorption mechanisms on the substrate, in both aqueous and oily phases, follow a pseudo-first-order kinetic model. The isotherm analyses revealed that the Langmuir model was most suitable to represent dyeing in the aqueous phase, indicating favorable adsorption and dye-fiber solid interaction. In contrast, data from the oily phase did not fit well with the Langmuir or Freundlich models. This may be attributed to dyeing occurring through the aqueous phase. In contrast, the oily phase serves only as a transport vehicle for the dye, without direct interaction between the dye and fiber.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":557,"journal":{"name":"Fibers and Polymers","volume":"26 8","pages":"3473 - 3489"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145143830","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Effects of Different Structures of Waterborne Polymers on the Microstructure and Properties of Disperse Dye Ink","authors":"Chengyong Gao, Xiao Li, Tieling Xing, Meiling Zhang, Shuhua Wang, Sheng Shi","doi":"10.1007/s12221-025-01020-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12221-025-01020-0","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Disperse dye ink is a composite system, and the microscopic interactions between ink components determine the macroscopic physical properties of the ink. In this work, the relaxation time distribution was measured via low-field nuclear magnetic resonance (LF-NMR) to test and analyze the interactions between waterborne polymers and water in disperse dye inks. The relaxation characteristics of aqueous solutions containing different waterborne polymers (PVP, PEG, and PA) and the existence form, microdistribution state, and fluidity properties of water molecules in the solutions were studied, and the effects of different waterborne polymers on the properties of disperse dye ink (viscosity, rheological properties, fluidity, surface tension, weatherability, etc.) were analyzed. The results showed that the addition of a small amount of waterborne polymer to ink had a certain effect on the inkjet performance of the ink, greatly improving the printing effect. For example, the sharpness and color fastness (rubbing fastness and washing fastness) of printed polyester fabrics significantly improved. The reason is that the formation of a waterborne polymer film on the surface of the printed polyester fabric helps improve the rubbing fastness of the fabric and prevents the migration of disperse dye from inside the polyester fibers during water washing.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":557,"journal":{"name":"Fibers and Polymers","volume":"26 8","pages":"3283 - 3302"},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145143462","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}