Textile - Research @ VTU

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List of M.Sc. by Research / Ph.D. course work subjects that can be offered under Textile Group from 2012 onwards
Group I Group II Group III Group IV
Name of the subject
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10JTT11 Advanced Fiber Physics 10JTT12
10JTT21
10JTT31
Advanced Textile & Apparel
Testing
Advanced Apparel Production
Technology
10JTT22
10JTT 251 Fabric Engineering 10JTT 252
Name of the subject
Advanced Knitting and
Nonwovens
Environmental Management
for Textile Industry
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Name of the subject
Subject
Code
Name of the subject
10JTT13 Advanced Wet Processing 10JTT14 Yarn Engineering
10JTT23 Advanced Silk Technology 10JTT24
10JTT 151 Advanced Mathematics 10JTT 152 Research Methodology 10JTT 153
Advanced Manufactured
Fiber Technology
10JTT 253 Theory of Yarn Spinning 10JTT 321
10JTT 322
Variability and it’s
Control
Developments in Fabric
Formation
Strategic and Technology
Management
Application of IT in
Textiles
10JTT 323 Friction in Textiles

Group Group Group I
I
10JTT11
ADVANCED FIBER PHYSICS
Introduction to macromolecular physics: the chemical structure of polymers,internal rotations, Configurations, and
conformations, Flexibility of macromolecules, Morphology of Polymers; Modern concept of polymer structure.
8 Hrs
Physical methods of investigating structural characterization of fibres, viz., DGC, TEM, SEM, WAXS, SAXS, IRS,
NMR, DSC and DTA. 8 Hrs
Deformation of elastic solid, Generalized Hook’s Law, Component of Stress and strain. Deformation of viscose
Bodies. Linear visco-elastic behavior of fibers. 8 Hrs
Boltzmann superposition principle. Study of dynamic mechanical properties and their investigation in study of fibres.
Introduction to mechanical properties of fiber composites. Temperature dependence of visco-elastic behavior. Time-
Temperature Equivalence and superposition. WLF equation.
8 Hrs
Study of fiber stiffness and torsion. 4 Hrs
Study of molecular theory of moisture hysterysis, 2 and 3 phase moisture adsorption theories. Theory of multi layer
adsorption. Effect of moisture on mechanical properties of fibers.
8 Hrs
Study of optical properties, thermal, frictional, electrical, Di-electrical and static properties of fibers.
8 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. Hunt and James, “Polymer characterization”, Chapman and Hall,London,1993
2. I M Ward, “Mechanical properties of polymers”.
3. Nielson, “Mechanical properties of polymers”, Vol I, II, III.
4. W.R. Morton and J.W.S Hearle, “Physical properties of fibers”
5. Campbell and Whitw, “Chaterization of polymers”.
6. Aklonis, “Introduction to polymer viscoelasticity.”
7. L.H.Sperling, “Physical polymer science.”
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10JTT21
ADVANCED TEXTILE AND APPAREL TESTING
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Study of High Volume Instrument (HVI). Comparison of HVI and conventional testing Instruments. Advanced Fibre
information system (AFIS). Comparison of AFIS with HVI System.
8 Hrs
Yarn Hairiness and its measurement. Uster spectrograph and its analysis. Properties desired in export yarns.
6 Hrs
Objective evaluation of fabrix handle by KAWABATA Evaluation system, Fabric Assurance by Simple Testing and
fabric extractions force technique. 8 Hrs
The influence of chemical and mechanical finishes on fabric handle. 6 Hrs
Apparel Testing- Introduction, raw material inspection, In-process Inspection - spreading, cutting, sewing, pressing.
Final inspection. 6 Hrs
Soil/Stain release testing, snagging, bonded and laminated apparel fabric, testing of fusible interlinings, buttons,
zippers and sewing threads. Care labeling of apparel and textiles: American, International, British, Canadian and
Japanese systems. 8 Hrs
Quality Control Program: Planning for the quality control program, inspection and analysis of data. Tools of quality
control. ISO 9000 series standards. Total quality management.
10 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. “Principles of Textiles testing”, J.E. Booth.
2. “Hand book of textile testing and quality control”, B. Glover,
D.S. Hambi-Pu Wiley Estern.Ltd., Bangalore.
3. “The measurement of Appearance”, Richard S. Hunter and
Richard W. Harold, Wiley.Interscience.
4. “An introduction to quality control for the apparel industry”,
Pradip. V. Mehta.
5. “International Apparel Quality manuals”, KES- F and FAST manuals.
6. “Progress in Textile science and technology”, Vol-1, Ed. V.K. Kothari, IAFL, India 2000.
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10JTT31
ADVANCED APPAREL PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY
The nature and scope of apparel manufacturing, types of apparel manufacture-fundaments of apparel production.
Basic types of apparel production process - major function of apparel manufacturing – engineering functions,
management functions- apparel trade association.
6 Hrs
Apparel design analysis, elements of apparel design, principles of drafting - principles of draping, computerized
pattern making and grading. 5 Hrs
3

Apparel production analysis- quality spreading tools and equipment for spreading, cutting equipment and quality
cutting. Computerized cutting. Marker quality and geometric principle for calculating optimum marking design,
principles of stitch, seam and their analysis, seam quality, computerized sewing, pressing and moulding.
5 Hrs
Packaging and ware housing: Type of packing and packing materials, quality specification, merchandise packing
and shipping packing. Intra transport, ware housing, computerized storage systems.
5 Hrs
Apparel Engineering: Work study, method study and time study, operator’s efficiency distributions- methods time
measurement and SAM calculations. 5 Hrs
Production control: Production analysis, distribution of documents and records, types of control forms, producing
many styles in one line and determining supervisory sections in production lines. Production control charts, reports,
production grid principle for assigning partial production, line operators, evaluation.
6 Hrs
Plan layout: Type of layouts and problems criteria for evaluation, Evaluation scale, govt. regulation for plant layout.
5 Hrs
Organization and personnel - Type of organization, functions, personal classifications, personnel orientation, job
evaluation, wages incentives, nature of incentives. 5 Hrs
Indian apparel industry - Overview of technology in apparel manufacturing technology, usage, regional features and
structures of the industry, Indian apparel export and important product category, domestic market and domestic
brands, technology status and outlook. 5
Hrs
Apparel productivity- Apparel productivity in India and Western world, global comparison of Western world –
Apparel productivity manufactures and characteristics of low, medium and high productivity manufactures and
factors associated with productivity actions towards higher productivity.
5 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. “Apparel manufacturing”, Hand book by Jacob-Solinger,j Bobbin Blonnelm -
“Media Corporation”, Columbia
2. “Managing productivity in the apparel industry”, Rajesh Bheda of CBP Publisher
and distributors.
3. “The Tech. of clothing manufacture”, Harold and Lafam of Blackwell Sceince
Publishers
4. “The management systems”, Pranak. K. R. - Guest publications
5. “Seams productions and analysis”, Radh D Clock
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10JTT251
FABRIC ENGINEERING
Textile properties and textile structure – engineering concepts and approach to textile structure – classification of
multidirectional textile structure – laminar and orthogonal.
6 Hrs
Geometry of fabric structure : pierce’s basis and modified models – painter – adom’s and love’s technique
descriptive and mechanistic models. Kemp and Hamalton : Twin arc, politic – Olofson – Snowdens and other
models. 10 Hrs
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The concept of similar cloth – application cloth geometry – maximum weavability equations.
6 Hrs
Classification and standardization of fabrics. 6 Hrs
Physical properties of fabrics – tensile deformation – heaps solution – pierces solution – geometrical solutions
during extension of cloth – load extensional modules – tear – various models.
8 Hrs
Bending and tensional deformations – buckling, shear and drape of fabrics – theory various models – behavior.
8 Hrs
Geometry of knitted fabrics – weft and warp knits – various models – applications. Mechanics of knitted fabrics –
theory – behavior. 8 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. “Structural mechanics of fibers, yarns and fabrics”, (Vol.I) S.Backer, P.grasberg
and J.W.S. Herle – Pub. Wiley Intrsci. NewYork.
2. “Fibers, yarns and Fabrics”, Kaswell – Pub. Textile Inst.
3. “Textile mathematics”, Vol I, II, III – J. E. Booth – Pub, Textile Inst.
4. “Woven cloth construction”, A.T. Robinson & R. Marks – Pub. Textile Inst.
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Group II
10JTT12
ADVANCED KNITTING AND NONWOVENS
KNITTING : Direct warping for warp knitting spun and filament yarns. Warping calculations: Yarn to fabric ratio, runin
racks, run-in ratio. Weft insertion Technique, fall plate technique, cut and miss press technique, laying in
technique. 8 Hrs
Terry fabric Production, sinker pile fabrics. 4 Hrs
Raschel jacquard Machine, jacquard designing, jacquard production. 4 Hrs
Use of electronics and computers in knitting machines. 4 Hrs
Analysis of warp and weft knitting machines operations. 4 Hrs
NONWOVENS: Classification of non-wovens, preparatory machines for non-wovens fabric production. Effects of
fiber arrangements in the web. 4 Hrs
Methods and technique used in non-woven production, needle punched, stitch bonded, adhesive bonded wet laid
spun bonded, spun laced laminated and moulded fabrics.
8 Hrs
Classification of binders and their properties, effect of fiber properties on non-wovens. Modern developments in
non-woven productions. 4 Hrs
Structure of non-wovens: web geometry, fiber orientation curl factor, web density. Identification, properties and
application of different non-wovens. 6 Hrs
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Methods of tests: porosity, tear strength, air permeability, tensile strength, 3-point bending test, fatigue test, CBR
Loading, cone puncture test, Absorbency test, peeling test, pilling test, study of DIN standards.
6 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. “Knitting technology” David j. Spencer.
2. “Warp knitting” Ajgaonkar.
3. “Non-woven fabrics” Banarjee.
4. “Non-woven bonded fabrics” J. Lunescdors.
5. “Non-woven fabrics – production and applications” M.L.Gulrajani.
6. Non-woven technology – BTRA Conference papers.
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10JTT22
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT FOR TEXTILE INDUSTRY
Source of water and their characteristics- surface water, ground water, rain water etc. Constituents of water and
their effects on textile wet processing. Colour, turbidity, suspended solids, dissolved solids, PH value, acidity,
alkalinity, hardness, iron and manganese, copper, chlorine organic growth.
10 Hrs
Quality requirements of water for silk reeling and textile processing. Conservation and reuse of water. Processing
chemistry - fibres, chemicals, type of chemical processing.
10 Hrs
Introduction to textiles effluent, characteristics of textiles processing, dye manufacutre and synthetic fibres formation
industries, Reduction and pollution control at mill state Methods and techniques used for effluent treatment.
10 Hrs
Standard regulations for effluents. Effluent testing parameters- colour and physical appearance, odour,
temperature, PH value total suspended solids, total dissolved solids, BOD, COD.
8 Hrs
Bio-technology and its application in environmental industries. Plasma treatment. 6 Hrs
Environmental management : Objectives, environmental impact assessment(EIA), elements of EIA process.
Important environmental laws. Environmental pollution control norms.
8 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. “Textiles effluent”, Padma Vankar, NCUTE Publications, IIT, Delhi.
2. “Eco friendly processing”, NCUTE Publications.
3. “Environmental problems in chemical processing of textiles”, NCUTE Publications.
4. “Waste water.An introduction to environmental pollution”, Dr. B.K. Sharma, Krishna Prakashan, Media
(P)Ltd., Meerut.
5. “Water pollution”, V.P. Kudesia, Pragathi Prakashan, Meerut.
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10JTT151
ADVANCED MATHEMATICS
Fourier seriers: Periodic functions -Fourier series of functions with periods 2 and 21 half range - Fourier cosine
and sine series - odd and even functions. 8 Hrs
Partial differential equations of first order: Formation Lagrange’s methods for linear equations, standard types of
non linear equations -Charpits methods- Fourier series solutions of one dimensional wave.
8 Hrs
Special functions: Beta and Gamma functions - relation between beta and Gamma functions standard properties
and problems. Complex variables: Complex functions - limits, continuity and derivatives of functions - analytical
itemann equations of cartesian and polar forms.
10 Hrs
Calculus of variables: Variation of fundamental of a single variable with fixed boundary, Euler’s equation,
application to isoperimetric and minimal surface problems .Variations of functional dependent on higher derivatives.
Simple problems. 10 Hrs
Finite differences: Differences table interpolation. Newton's forward and backward formale, sterling, Bassel, Evert
and Langrange's Formulae. Newton- Rosphon methods
of solution of equations. Iterative methods. Computation of Eigen value of a square matrix by power method and
Jacobi’s method. 8 Hrs
Numerical solutions of differential equations: Numerical differentiation, Numerical integration, Simson’s rule,
Euler's and modified Euler’s method. Taylor's, Runga Kutta's and Midne's method.
8 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. I.N.Snaddon: “Special functions of mathematical physics and Chemistry” ELBS.
2. Murray R.Spigal. “Complex variables” Pub. Sham series.
3. Murray R.Spigal .”Advanced calculus” Pub. Sham series.
4. E.El's Golts “differential equation with calculus of variations”, Mir Publications Mascow.
5. F.Shield “Numerical Analysis” Pub. Sham series.
6. S.S. Shastry – “Numerical Analysis”
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10JTT252
ADVANCED MANUFACTURED FIBRE TECHNOLOGY
Structual principles of fibre forming polymers. Reology and hydrodynamics in MMF spinning. Development of fibre
structure during man-made fibre spining. Study of various variables in melt spining effect of various parameters on
linear density of fibres. 8 Hrs
High speed melt spinning: One step (SP) and two step spinning (TSP) process. Study of fluid flow in spin line.
Modifications to be done in spinning, mechanism for high speed melt spinning. Recent developments in dry and wet
technology. Study of various types of spinnerettes, orifices used for MMF spinning. Simulation in melt spinning for
fibre production. Process control in man-made fibre spinning. Mechanism of crystallization during MMF spinning.
10 Hrs
Melt spinning of Hollow, multicomponent, Ultra fine and Nano fibres. Spin finish application: Composition of spin
finish, various methods of spin finish application, spin finish for staple fibre production, textured yarn Technology of
drawing of synthetic fibres, detailed study of mechanism of heat setting of synthetic fibres. Study of property
changes in synthetic fibres during heat setting.
10 Hrs
Study of chemistry of major manmade fibres Viz. PET, N6, N66,PAN, PP, Viscose rayon, tencel, modal, lyocell.
Study of various physical and chemical methods of modifications of these fibres.
8 Hrs
New fibres: Introduction to various high performance fibres, Kevlar-LCP Behaviour, dry jet spining of Kevlar fibres,
Carbon fibres, raw materials, chemistry of production, surface treatments. Recent trends in production of high
performance fibres like Boron, Sic,, Glass, PBI, aromatic polyester PBI etc. High touch fibres, Biomimetric chemistry
and fibres, Biotechnology and fibres, electronics and fibres, Biotechnology and fibres, electronics and fibres, fibres
in sports, fibres in ocean. 10 Hrs
Study of various requirements for blending of MMFS with other fibres, optimization of blend ratio, factors affecting
the compatibility of blend 6 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. Ziabicki “A High speed fibre spinning”, Wiley NY.1985.
2. Ziabicki “A. Fundaments of fibre formation”, Wiley NY.1976.
3. Marl Atlas, “Manmade fibres science and technology”. Vol.I, II and III.
4. V. B. Gupta, Kotari V.K. “Manufactured fibre technology”,
Chapman and Hal, London, 1997.
5. T. Hongu, “New fibres”, Ellis Horwood, New York 1990.
6. Levis. E .M. Pearce, J .Preston, “Hand book of fibre science and Technology Vol-4”,
Marcel Dekkar, New York 1989.
7. Donnet J. B. Bansol “R .C Carbofibres”, Marcel Dekkar, New York 1990.
8. Vaidya “A. Production of synthetic fibres”, Prantice Hall, New Delhi 1985.
9 Goswamy “R. C Textile Yarns”, Wiley and sons N Y1980.
10. “Progress in textile”, Vol-2, Ed V. K .Kothari, IAFL N D.
11. “Spinning of man made fibres and blends on cotton systems”, K
R Salhotra, The textile Association, India 2004.
12. J. Of textile institute, Vol-91, Part-3 textile institute-2000.
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Group III
10JTT13
ADVANCED WET PROCESSING
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Dye-Fiber Interaction. Kinetics of Dyeing. The diffusion of dye inside the fiber. Fick's laws of diffusion. Theoretical
basis for dye absorption. Theories of dyeing of protein and other fibres using suitable dyes.
10 Hrs
Red listed textile chemicals, their sources and remedies. Pollution aspects of textile dyeing. Modern approaches to
Eco-friendly wet processing of woven and knitted textiles. Eco-friendly dyes and their method of dyeing.
8 Hrs
Methods of analysis of formaldehyde, Pentachloro Phenol (PCP) chlorine compounds and heavy metals in
processed and finished fabrics. Eco-labeling and various Eco-standards.
8 Hrs
Modern developments in garment dyeing. Methods and machines. Low temperature dyeing of garments. Finishing
of garments using different chemicals and auxiliaries.
8 Hrs
Modern developments in finishing of natural and synthetic textiles. Finishing of textiles with various specialty
chemicals. 6 Hrs
Modern developments in textile and garment printing, colour measurement and computer colour matching
concepts. 6 Hrs
Latest development in natural dyes and their application on various fibres. 6 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. “Textile colouration” C.L.BIRD.
2. “Printing by Miles.”
3. “Chemical technology of Textile fibers” - Troatman.
4. “Dyeing and printing with natural dyes” - M.L.Gulrajani.
5. Deepti Gupta – “NCUTE Publication.”
6. “Eco-friendly Textile wet processing-coordinator”
7. Dr. R.Ashokan-“NCUTE Publication”.
8. “Environment Problems in chemical processing “of Textiles -Dr.A.Asokan, Ms.
Yogita, NCUTE
9. “Finishing of khadi garments” Dr.R.B.Chavan, R.Chattopadhyay, R.P.Tewari, IIT
Delhi.
10. “Instrumental Colour measurement and computer aided colour matching for
textiles “- H.S.Shah & R.S.Gandhi.
PRACTICALS
Collection of functional wet processed samples. Application and use of colour spectrophotometer. Evaluation of
dyes and finishes. Study of mechanism and kinetics of dying. Energy consumption and environmental impact of
wet processing industry.
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10JTT23
ADVANCED SILK TECHNOLOGY
International and Indian silk production, problems and prospects of silk industries. Recent methods of silk cocoon
production. Modern techniques in cocoon character evaluation.
6 Hrs
Modern developments in cocoon stifling, cooking and silk reeling. Technological changes in machineries and
methods to increase productivity in raw silk production. Recent trends in spun silk yarn production.
6 Hrs
Technological innovation in cottage silk yarn production. Production and properties of soft silk, crepe, georgette,
chiffon, brocade, damask production of silk knits wear and lingerie’s.
6 Hrs
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Recent trends in silk wet processing, scouring, bleaching, dyeing, and finishing. Modern methods of imparting
specially / functional finishes on silk and its blends. 6 Hrs
Techniques of imparting wrinkle resistant finishes, stain repellent finish, anti- microbial finish and other specialty
finishes applicable to silk and its blend. 6 Hrs
Developments in machineries and chemicals, auxiliaries used for silk processing. 6 Hrs
Modern trends in silk garment production. Application of silk in fashion accessories and trims.
6 Hrs
Weaving - Different effects in simple structured fabric - Seersucker, plain, satin/sateen, double layer etc. and
variation in drawing -in - draft and reed in plan. Unconventional woven structures : Pile, tuck fabrics, toilet quality
fabrics. 10 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. FAO Manual on silk.
2. “Silk man companion” CSB.
3. “Silk wet processing” Dr. M. L. Gulrajani, IIT Publication.
4. “Silk dyeing” Dr. V. A. Shenai, Sewak publications.
5. “Silk finishing” (Chinese Translatory SDC Publication).
6. “The technology of clothing manufacture” Harold and Lafeman- Bachwell Scheme Pub.
7. “Watsons advanced textile design”, I. J. Grosaicki.
8. “Grammar of Textile design”, H. N.
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10JTT152
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Research Methodology: Introduction, meaning of research, objectives, types and significance of research, defining
a research problem, formulation of a hypothesis, research design and features of good design, methods of data
collection, primary and secondary data, designing a questionnaire. Interpretation of results and report writing.
8 Hrs
Descriptive Statistics, Probability and Distribution: Basic statistical concepts, Measures of central tendency and
dispersion. Elements of Probability, Addition and multiplication theorems of probability, Examples, probability
distributions. Binomial, Poisson and normal Distributions
6 Hrs
Sampling Techniques: Random sampling, simple random sampling and stratified random sampling. Non-sampling
errors. 6 Hrs
Correlation and Regression: Problem of related variables. Product moment correlation coefficient and its
properties. Simple linear regression and multiple linear regression. Coefficient of determination.
6 Hrs
Statistical Inference: Statistical hypotheses,Type-1 and Type-2 errors, level of significance, size and power of a
test. Definition of Chi-square, t and F distributions. Central limit theorem. Tests for the mean, equality of two means,
variance (for large and small samples), Large sample tests for proportions, Chi-square test for goodness of fit and
independence of attributes in contingency tables. Confidence interval.
8 Hrs
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Design of Experiments: Analysis of variance. One way and 2 way classified data. Design of Experiments .Analysis
of completely randomized, randomized block. Factorial experiments -22 and 23 factorial experiments, Yates
technique. 8 Hrs
Multivariate Data Analysis: Introduction. Multivariate normal distributions. Mean vector, variance, covariance
matrix and correlation matrix and their estimation for multivariate data. Step wise regression. Selection of best
subject of variables. Classification and discrimination problems. Factor analysis .Principal component analysis.
Illustrative examples, Multivaraiate data analysis using SPSS software. Illustrative examples.
10 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. Ronald E Walpole & Raymond H Myers, Sharon L Myers: “Probability & Statistics
for Engineers and Scientists Sixth Edition”, Prentice Hall.
2. Gupta,S.C and Kapoor,1 V.K: “Fundamentals of mathematical statistics”,
Sultan chand & L Co. New Delhi.
3. Gupta,S.C. and Kapoor, V. K: “Fundamentals of Applied statistics”, Sultan chand
& L Co. New Delhi.
4. S. M. Ross: “Introduction to probability and statistics for engineers and scientists.3/e” Elsevier.
5. D. C. Montogomery: “Probability and Applied Statistics for Engineers”
.Wiley International Student Ed.
6. Miller and Freund: “Probability and Statistics for engineers. EEE”
7. Johnson .R and Wichern (1992).”Applied multivariate statistical analysis”. Third Ed. Prentice Hall India.
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10JTT253
THEORY OF YARN SPINNING
FIBRE DISPERSION: Ginning of cotton; the necessity of fibre-individualization; fibre opening in blow- room
machinery; the mechanism of fibre-dispersion during carding operation; the minimum requirements during carding
and the new approaches to improve fibre-dispersion in carding operation. Neps formation and theory of hook
formation.
8 Hrs
ATTENUATION: Principle of rollers drafting and its application in yarn production; drafting irregularities-their causes
and remedies; the function of aprons in roller drafting; limitation of apron-drafting and the scope for improvement;
mechanism of wire-point drafting and its application in yarn production; merits and demerits of wire-point drafting;
comparison of wire-point drafting with roller drafting.
10 Hrs
TWISTING: Effect of twisting of staple-fibre strand on its strength ;meaning of twist multiplier and the basis of
selection of required twist ;fundamental requirement to create real twist in a strand; mechanism of different twisting
principle-ring-twisting, open-end twisting, air-jet twisting, up-twisting, twofor- one twisting, hollow-spindle twisting.
8 Hrs
FIBRE BLENDING: Important of fibre-mix homogeneity on yarn quality; types of mixing during spinning preparatory
process; assessment of blend efficiency. 8 Hrs
LEVELLING: Influence of intermediate product uniformity on yarn uniformity; methods of leveling adopted during
spinning processes. 6 Hrs
FIBRE CLEANING: Methods adopted to clean the fibre from trash, short fibres and neps; role of blow-room, card
and comber in fibre cleaning.
6 Hrs
FIBRE STRAIGHTENING: Definition of fibre-extent; influence of fibre-extent on yarn quality; improvement of fibreextent
by straightening actions in carding, drafting and combing.
6 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. Oxtoby E, “Spun Yarn Technology”, Butterworth's, London, 1987.
2. Klein W, “The Technology of Short-staple Spinning”, the Textile Institute,
Manchester, 1998. ISBN: 1870812980
3. Klein W, A practical Guide to Opening and Carding, the Textile
4. Institute, Manchester, 1999. ISBN: 1870812999.
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5. Klein W, “A practical Guide to Combing”, Drawing and the Roving Frame, the
Textiles Institute, Manchester, 1999. ISBN 1870372287.
6. Klein W, “A practical Guide to Ring Spinning”, the Textiles Institute, Manchester,
1999. ISBN: 1870372298.
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10JTT322
VARIABILITY AND ITS CONTROL
Lap formation and control of lap uniformity. Irregularities of carded, drawn and combed silver- their control.
Irregularities of roving and yarns- their control. 12 Hrs
Influence of different materials and their blends on irregularity. Index of blend irregularity.
10 Hrs
Influence of ambient conditions on the irregularity of material at various stages of processing restricted to spinning
of cotton and its blends. 10 Hrs
Irregularities of yarns produced on ring, rotor, friction and airjet spun systems. 10 Hrs
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Instruments used for measurement of irregularity – analysis and interpretation of data and graphs remedial
measures. 10 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. “Textile yarns”, B.C. Goswamy, J.C. Martindale-Willey Intersci.
2. “Manual of cotton spinning”, Vol IV. Part -1-Foster Textile Inst.
3. “An introduction to study of spinning”-Morton-London
4. “Roller drafting” -Nogeera
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IV
10JTT14
YARN ENGINEERING
Designing yarns for specific end-uses. Selection of fibre /filament, structure of fibre / filament, spun yarns,
multifilament yarns, textured yarns and micro denier multi filament. Functional properties of end products.
8 Hrs
Twist contraction and retraction. Practical applications. Twist migration and segment length in spun and filament
yarns -Theoretical analysis of yarn irregularity - blend irregularity.
8 Hrs
Geometrical properties of single and folded yarns. Derivations of related equations. Open & hexagonal packing and
their merits and demerits. 8 Hrs
Yarn diameter derivation of Pierce, Grosberg and Dickson formulae. 6 Hrs
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Transmission of force from fibre to fibre in spun yarns - mechanism of yarn breakage.
8 Hrs
Effect of fibre properties and their geometrical configuration on tensile properties of yarns. Concept of elongation.
8 Hrs
Effect of properties of constituent fibres and their. composition on the behavior of blended yarns.
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. “Textile yarns” P.C. Goswamy, J.G. Martindale—Wiley Interscience .
2. “Strctural mechanics of fibres”, yarns, fabrics J.W.S. Hearle, P Grosberg, S. Backer-Wiley Interscience.
3. “Spun yarn technology” Oxtoby--Butter Worth.
4. “Technology of short fibre spinning” Vol., W. Klein—Textile Institute.
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10JTT24
DEVELOPMENTS IN FABRIC FORMATION
Yarn quality norms for unconventional weaving. Preparatory process to unconventional Weaving. Salient features of
unconventional looms. 8 Hrs
6 Hrs
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Study of factors in unconventional looms with respect to weft velocity, rate of weft insertion, range of weft pattering
and type of selvedge formations. 8 Hrs
Shed geometry, theory of weft insertion, weft consumption, weft unwinding tension.
8 Hrs
Mechanics of beat - up. Principle of let-off, take-up and cloth windup systems. 8 Hrs
Combinations of weaving and knitting techniques. 8 Hrs
Techno economics of unconventional weaving. 6 Hrs
Review of recent developments. 6 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. “Principles of weaving”, Robinson & Marks, Textiles Institute.
2. “Modern weaving preparatory”, Ormerold - Buttaerworth.
3. “Shuttleless weaving machines”, Aldrich, Talavasek & Vladimir -Elsvier Scientific.
4. Handbook of weaving - Sabit Adanur.
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10JTT153
STRATEGIC AND TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT
Management information system: Introduction and background frame work-information needed economics
System view - role of MIS on various levels - structure of MIS – Information net work - system life cycle - data flow -
decision trees. 10 Hrs
Corporate strategy and planning: Concept of frame work, corporate management, role, function skill.
6 Hrs
Strategic analysis: cost dynamics - portfolio analysis – financial analysis, Strategic choices. Alternating -
diversification-mergers and acquisition implementation and evaluation of strategy.
10 Hrs
Strategic management and leadership: Role of leadership - process of leadership - line structure, styles.
10 Hrs
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Technology management : Technology life cycle – transformation – alternatives –appropriate technology -
technology change – technology transfer – models. 10 Hrs
Technology absorption: Assessment – evaluation - diffusion. 6 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. David G.B. - M. S. “Concept ional foundation, Structure and development”, McGra hill New York
2. Adair John “skills of leadership”, Gower Aldershot Haerle
3. Hill Charles WC and Ganalk K Jones “Strategic Management – an integrated approach”, Houghton Nihlin
Boston.
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10JTT321
APPLICATION OF IT IN TEXTILES
Introduction to IT in Textiles, information technology and the web paradigam, E-business application for textile
industry. 8 Hrs
Enterprise resource planning: Structure of ERP, General Principles involved in the application of ERP ,ERP models
,ERP selections for the textile industry. 10 Hrs
Internet and internet concepts, Internet based manufacturing EDI for textile businesses, logistics management,
management information systems in spinning, weaving and wet processing sections.
10 Hrs
Application of CAD \ CAM in Textiles. 8 Hrs
Information technology in fashion and garment industry. 8 Hrs
Total quality management and information technology. 8 Hrs
REFERENCE BOOKS:
1. “Texinfotech - 99, Resume of papers” , IT in Textiles in the New Millenium, July
1999, IIT,Delhi.
2. “Texinfotech-2000,International Conference”, Resume of papers, New Delhi, 2000.
3. “E-Commerce”, Kamalesh k.Bajaj-Debjani, Nag-TATA, McGRAW HILL Co.Ltd,
New Delhi.
4. “Electronic Commerce”,Gray P.Schncider, James.T.Perry, Thomson Course
Technology.
10JTT323
FRICTION IN TEXTILES
Introduction to fibre friction. Study of surface properties of cotton, Wool and synthetic fibres. Scanning electron
microscopy of various fibres. 8 Hrs
General mechanism of friction Laws of friction, theories of friction, friction in various textile processes like spinning,
weaving and chemical processing etc. Detailed study of various methods of measurement of fibre friction in textiles.
Role of friction in the mechanical behavior of fabrics.
10 Hrs
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Study of surface geometry of synthetic fibres. Spin finish application to synthetic fibres, Theory of spin finish
application, various methods of spin finish application, spin finish composition for synthetic filaments, staple fibres
and textured yarns. 10 Hrs
Abrasion of textile surfaces measurement of abrasion resistance, factors affecting the abrasion resistance.
8 Hrs
Resistivity and static behaviour of textile surfaces, effect of photochemical and environmental degradation on the
surface properties of textile fibres. Soil release from the textile surface, stain and water repellency of textile
surfaces. 8 Hrs
Role of fiber friction in garment making, Effect of friction on comfort property of textiles. Generation of static charges
in textile process and their remedies. 8 Hrs
REFERENCES:
1. “Surface characteristics of fibre and textile”, M.J.Schick
2. “Friction in textiles”, Howell
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