Traditional Textiles of the Indian Subcontinent: Sustainable Engineering, Manufacturing, and Design (SDGs and Textiles)

Synopsis

This book explores the cultural history of traditional textiles and their contemporary relevance in sustainable practices. It focuses on manufacturing processes, technological integration, and design fundamentals of traditional textiles. The book also highlights the fusion of traditional textiles with contemporary fashion trends and the efforts made by designers to preserve and promote heritage textiles. It also provides information on manufacturing, designing, and sustainable engineering in traditional textiles, offering practical guidance and case studies for a comprehensive understanding. This book serves as a valuable reference to a wide range of individuals who have an interest in traditional textiles, including scholars, students, engineers, and manufacturers in the fields of textile engineering, fashion design, cultural studies, and sustainable studies. For scholars, educators, students, and researchers, it provides a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between traditional textiles, sustainability, and engineering, serving as a foundation for further academic exploration. Artisans and craftsmen can gain insights into sustainable practices and innovative design approaches, empowering them to adapt their craft to contemporary demands while preserving cultural heritage. Policymakers and NGOs can use the book to inform policy decisions and interventions related to cultural preservation, sustainable development, and the protection of traditional craftsmanship. Textile industry professionals can acquire knowledge of sustainable engineering and design principles, enabling them to integrate eco-friendly practices into textile manufacturing and design processes. Designers and fashion professionals can be inspired to incorporate traditional textile elements into contemporary fashion, promoting cultural diversity and sustainability in the global fashion industry.

Copyright:

2025

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9789819665303

Related ISBNs:

9789819665297

Publisher:

Springer Nature Singapore

Date of Addition:

07/09/25

Copyrighted By:

The Editor

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Science, Business and Finance, Technology

Submitted By:

Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.

Edited by:

Akhtarul Islam Amjad

Edited by:

Britta Kalkreuter

Edited by:

Samrat Mukhopadhyay