Advances in Finishing of Textiles
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The official GTU curriculum for Advances in Finishing of Textiles (subject code ME02025071) as prescribed for TE · Semester 2 divides the course into 6 units, covering 46 listed topics. The unit-wise breakdown below is read from the GTU syllabus document for this subject code, so you can check what the course actually covers before deciding which papers to attempt.
Download the official syllabus PDF (ME02025071)Unit 1 Introduction and overview of Textile Finishing, Definition and history,
- Key processes and techniques
- Importance and Objectives of Finishing
- Enhancing fabric properties
- Improving aesthetic appeal
- Functional benefits
- Classification of Finishes
- semi- Program Name: Master of Engineering Level: PG Branch: Textile Engineering Subject Code : ME02025071 Subject Name : Advances in Finishing of Textiles durable, and durable finishes
- Mechanical vs. chemical finishes
Unit 2 Calendering, Types of calendering (simple, friction, embossing),
- Applications and effects on fabric
- Process and machinery
- Benefits for fabric stability
- Techniques and equipment
- Surface texture modifications
- Heat Setting
- Methods and materials
- Impact on fabric properties
Unit 3 Softening and Stiffening, Types of softeners and stiffeners,
- Application methods
- Wrinkle-Resistant Finishing
- Chemical agents used
- Process and durability
- Waterproofing and Water Repellency
- Hydrophobic treatments
- Flame Retardant Finishing
- Chemicals and application techniques
- Antimicrobial Finishing
- Agents and methods
- Efficacy and safety
Unit 4 Nanotechnology in Textile Finishing, Nanoparticles and their
- Benefits and challenges
- Plasma Treatment
- Types of plasma and effects on textiles
- Environmental impact
- Enzyme Finishing
- Types of enzymes used
- Applications and benefits
- Techniques and materials
- Functional applications
Unit 5 UV Protection, UV-absorbing agents, Anti-Static Finishes, its
- Mechanisms and materials
- Applications in different textiles
- Soil Release Finishes
- Chemicals and application methods
- Thermochromic and Photochromic Finishes
- Applications and testing
Unit 6 Physical Testing, Tensile strength, Abrasion resistance, Chemical
- pH levels
- Functional Testing
- Water repellency
- Flame resistance