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Jacket That Pulls Drinking Water From Thin Air
Engineers at The University of Texas at Austin have created a wearable jacket that harvests drinkable water directly from the atmosphere. The technology is an interesting innovation for anyone who …
INDA Hires Ben Muller as Executive Director
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, announced September 15, 2026, that Ben Muller has joined the association as executive director. Mr. Muller brings more than 20 years of …
Beyond Animals And Plastic: The Emerging Technologies Of Biofabricated Leather
Biofabricated leather platforms based on mycelium, agricultural residues and microbial fermentation are reshaping the search for alternatives to animal-derived and synthetic leather. This article is part one in a two-part …
Natural Fibers Move From Eco‑Alternative To Engineered Mainstay
Technical textile producers worldwide are upscaling plant, animal and mineral fibers into regulation‑ready, high‑performance yarns and composites — driven by carbon savings, circularity and original equipment manufacturer’s sustainability targets. Sustainable …
FEDTEX: Actionable Insights On Federal Textile Needs, Technical Innovations
Programming at FEDTEX highlighted federal procurement needs, Berry Amendment compliance, textile innovation and the role of domestic manufacturing in supply chain resilience. The Federal and Defense Textile and Tactical Equipment …