Completed Projects

A comprehensive record of pioneering innovations led by SASMIRA, driving advancements in textile science, sustainability, and technical applications across industries.

Research That Shapes the Future

🧬 Completed R&D Projects

SASMIRA has led a wide array of R&D projects backed by the Ministry of Textiles and top government agencies. These projects focus on sustainable processing, agrotextiles, nanotech, biodegradable materials, and smart innovations. From eco-friendly dyeing to advanced textile solutions, each initiative addresses real-world challenges with meaningful impact. This curated list of completed projects highlights SASMIRA’s ongoing contribution to scientific progress and sustainable transformation in the textile industry.

Completed Projects 1998 to 2010

S.No.	Project Title
S.No. 1	Project Title Formulation of spin finish oils for micro denier filament yarn to improve its texturizing behaviour
S.No. 2	Project Title Model development for improvement of loom productivity and quality in powerloom sector
S.No. 3	Project Title Demonstrating correlation between warp quality by classimat analysis and loom productivity
S.No. 4	Project Title Development of insulating substrate like textile and allied product for energy conservation
S.No. 5	Project Title Application of metallised / bromine base acid dyes on synthetic and natural fabrics
S.No. 6	Project Title Development of eco-friendly anti bacterial finishes using indigenous natural products
S.No. 7	Project Title Development of low cost effluent treatment model for silk / synthetic wet processing units in decentralised sector
S.No. 8	Project Title Evaluating power loom fabrics for their suitability for automated garment manufacturing for exports
S.No. 9	Project Title Eco-friendly alternatives to reducing agents used in vat and sulphur dyes on cellulosic and polyester cellulosic blends
S.No. 10	Project Title Technology for development for recycling polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles for specific end uses
S.No. 11	Project Title Establishing structural parameters and post treatment requirements in agro textile like sunscreen, bird nets etc. for green house usage
S.No. 12	Project Title Print paste re-utilisation scheme for the decentralised sector
S.No. 13	Project Title Development of technique for dyeing cum sizing in package form to facilitate production of striped shirting in decentralised sector
S.No. 14	Project Title Development of software to evaluate output from the yarn evenness tester for assessing the magnitude of evenness fault analysis and for pinpointing specific areas for corrective action
S.No. 15	Project Title Development and applications of green surfactant in textile processing
S.No. 16	Project Title Development of blue wool standard and grey scale standard for evaluation of fastness properties of textiles
S.No. 17	Project Title Developing scientific database and recipe prediction software for computer colour matching on polyester, viscose and its blend for the process houses in the decentralised sector.
S.No. 18	Project Title Indigenisation of woven geogrid manufacturing technology
S.No. 19	Project Title Development of an indigenous airbag fabric for automotive safety
S.No. 20	Project Title Producing dope dyed polyester from recycled PET waste for use in automotive interior textiles
S.No. 21	Project Title To develop standard depth and whiteness scales on textile substrates.
S.No. 22	Project Title Development of chemical protective fabrics based on activated carbon fibres from cheaper sources
S.No. 23	Project Title Development of UV resist water proof breathable coating as protective textiles
S.No. 24	Project Title Reducing pollution by recycling decolourised exhaust dye liquor
S.No. 25	Project Title Development of calibrated colour viewing cabinet with metamerism scale for the process houses and garment manufacturer
S.No. 26	Project Title Speciality yarns from recycled pet bottles using different spinning techniques
S.No. 27	Project Title Development ballistic protective fabric for soft armour
S.No. 28	Project Title Development of multi-layer protective garments for multifunctional usage as sportswear and leisurewear.
S.No. 29	Project Title Energy conservation in preparatory and finishing processes for natural and synthetic fabrics by application of ultrasonic technique for the decentralised sector
S.No. 30	Project Title Development of zero effluent textile process for process dye houses
S.No. 31	Project Title Indigenous development of Geotextiles for pavement overlaying
S.No. 32	Project Title Indigenous manufacturing of woven geotextiles for ground improvement using vertical drain technique
S.No. 33	Project Title Low-cost Upgradation of first generation imported shuttless looms and indigenous shuttles looms for decentralised sector for enhanced productivity and quality
S.No. 34	Project Title Developing fabrics with thermoregulatory properties using phase change materials (PCM) for specialty application
S.No. 35	Project Title Development of Durable, Breathable and Barrier Work wear Fabrics for Agrotextile Applications
S.No. 36	Project Title Development of Specialty Fabric for Water conservation and Soil Erosion Control used in Horticulture Application
S.No. 37	Project Title Indigenous Development of Ultrasonic Device(S) for Maintenance of Weaving Accessories
S.No. 38	Project Title Application of Supercritical Fluid (SCF) for Dyeing
S.No. 39	Project Title Development of PET/ nanoclay nanocomposites for barrier packaging
S.No. 40	Project Title Dyeing of Polypropylene using Nanotechnology
S.No. 41	Project Title Evaluating compatibility & establishing methodology for simultaneous functional finishes for textile
S.No. 42	Project Title Development of reflective Agrotextiles for Sun management
S.No. 43	Project Title Design of processing sequence suitable for embroidered fabrics incorporating embellishments
S.No. 44	Project Title Standardization of Norms for Agricultural Shade Net

Completed Projects ( 2010 Onwards)

S.No.	Project Title	Funding Agency
S.No. 1	Project Title Development of Energy Responsive Agrotextile for low-cost opportunities to grow off-season vegetable/fruits	Funding Agency National Technical Textile Mission (NTTM)
S.No. 2	Project Title Development of Special 3D Engineered Fabric Impregnated with Graphene and Specialty Chemicals	Funding Agency National Technical Textile Mission (NTTM)
S.No. 3	Project Title Compilation and interpretation of the issues involved in commercialization of indigenous technologies in the Indian textile processing sector	Funding Agency Department of Science and Technology (DST)
S.No. 4	Project Title Study of constructional and performance requirement of synthetic tarpaulins (heavy duty protective covers) made from nylon or polyester coated fabrics	Funding Agency Bureau Of Indian Standard (BIS)
S.No. 5	Project Title Study construction, performance and safety requirements of prevailing varieties of Woven Ground Covers for Horticulture Application	Funding Agency Bureau Of Indian Standard (BIS)
S.No. 6	Project Title Study construction, performance and safety requirements of prevailing varieties of Elastic Narrow Tapes	Funding Agency Bureau Of Indian Standard (BIS)
S.No. 7	Project Title Development of Heat Load Reducing Photoselective Agrotextile for Agricultural / Horticultural Application	Funding Agency Rajiv Gandhi Science & Technology Commission (RGSTC)