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Article: Structural and mechanical behaviour of glass fibre reinforced polyester composites
Authors: MEHMET KARAHAN, AMINODDIN HAJI
Pages: 451–459
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.2024198
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
In this research, an investigation was conducted on the mechanical properties of polyester resin composites produced
by three different methods: hand lay-up, Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM) and Sheet Moulding Compound (SMC)
methods, reinforced with randomly distributed discontinuous and continuous glass fibre mat. Firstly, tensile strength and
elastic module were found to determine the composite plates’ mechanical properties. Impact strength was determined
by the Charpy impact test. To determine the deformation on the materials after impact, the samples exposed to
low-speed drop weight were applied the 3-point bending test and their strength losses were determined. It was
determined that the increase in fibre volume fractions increased the impact strength of the composite materials.
However, the use of filler materials in composite structures decreased the mechanical properties and impact strength of
composites.
Keywords: polymer composite, SMC, RTM, hand lay-up, impact strength
Citation: Karahan, M., Haji, A., Structural and mechanical behaviour of glass fibre reinforced polyester composites, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 451–459, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.2024198
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Article: The use of thermography to measure the cooling performance of personal cooling systems
Authors: MIRIAM MARTINEZ-ALBERT, EVA BOU-BELDA, IGNACIO MONTAVA,PABLO DÍAZ-GARCÍA
Pages 460–465
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.202483
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
The thermoregulatory system is responsible for maintaining body temperature. When the body temperature is between
36.1ºC and 37.1ºC, our body is in a state of thermal well-being, and there is an exchange of body heat between our
body and the ambience. When exposed to high temperatures, the body’s heat exchange with the environment
decreases, causing an increase in internal temperature. This requires a mechanism to assist the thermoregulatory
system in maintaining the body’s thermal well-being. Cooling garments help the body’s thermoregulatory system reduce
heat accumulation during stress. Cooling vests are the most used type of cooling garment because the trunk region is
the area that has the most temperature receptors that regulate the body’s internal temperature. The variation of cooling
vests in the market differs depending on the cooling mechanism used. Thermography is a non-intrusive method of
measuring surface temperature. It is an excellent choice for qualitative and quantitative analysis without disrupting an
object’s performance. This study used thermography to evaluate the performance of five cooling vests with different
cooling mechanisms. The results showed that data obtained from thermography analysis can be compared to a
standardised method for assessing the performance of personal cooling systems.
Keywords: cooling devices, infrared thermography, personal cooling systems, thermal manikin, thermal imaging
Citation: Martinez-Albert, M., Bou-Belda, E., Montava, I., Díaz-García, P., The use of thermography to measure the cooling performance of personal cooling systems, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 460–465, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.202483
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Article: Predictive stock market analysis for Japanese textile companies using ARIMA model
Authors: BHARAT KUMAR MEHER, AMAN SHREEVASTAVA, ABHISHEK ANAND, VIRGIL POPESCU, RAMONA BIRAU, ȘTEFAN MĂRGĂRITESCU, VAIKUNTA PAI T
Pages 466–486
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.2024158
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
Predicting the stock prices of Japanese textile companies is crucial for several reasons. First, stock price trends provide
valuable insight into the financial health and growth potential of these firms, especially in an industry subject to evolving
consumer trends, technological advancements, and global competition. Investors rely on stock price predictions to make
informed decisions, helping them maximise returns and manage risks effectively. The study aims to predict the stock
prices of Japanese Textile Companies using the ARIMA Model by taking the top 10 textile companies listed on the Tokyo
Stock Exchange (TSE) for a span of 10 years, i.e. 2014 to 2023. Upon evaluation of models, it was found that most of
the corporations had either a negative impact or no impact of past lagged values on their present value, except for
Global Style, which had a positive influence, maybe due to its distinct nature of textile products in comparison to other
corporations. Similarly, Itochu was 91% affected by its own past lagged values, maybe due to its huge operations in
textiles as well as other sectors distinct from textiles. Mostly due to lagged value of past residuals, all the corporations
were negatively affected, but Global Style, Kuraray, Itochu and Yagi were positively impacted, and there was a huge
impact seen in terms of Itochu.
Keywords: textile industry in Japan, forecasting, ARIMA models, time-series, trade
Citation: Meher, B.K., Shreevastava, A., Anand, A., Popescu, V., Birau, R., Mărgăritescu, Ș., Vaikunta, P.T., Predictive stock market analysis for Japanese textile companies using ARIMA model, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 466–486, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.2024158
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Article: A new method for developing interactive courses in smart textiles
Authors: RALUCA MARIA AILENI, RAZVAN ION RADULESCU
Pages 487–492
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.2024166
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
This paper presents the essential aspects of the impact of intensive learning materials using online interactive courses
and mobilities for learning organised in the ADDTEX Erasmus+ project for involving students in transnational
cooperation-based working groups for smart textile prototype development. The e-learning tools and methods
(interactive videos, quizzes and smart prototype development), in both asynchronous and synchronous formats, used
in the framework of the ADDTEX Erasmus+ project revealed a successful acceptance of the end-users (students and
young researchers) attending the online courses through the ADDTEX platform providing Massive Open Online Courses
(MOOCs) and hackathons organized in comparison with classical teaching methods without digitilased courses and
practical prototype development. Also, the on-site summer school organised in Prato, Italy, came with the possibility of
working in transnational teams and contributing to the documentation and creation of prototypes and appropriate
business plans. At the end of this activity, the students presented the prototypes and business canvas model developed
in teams and received rigorous feedback from smart textile industry specialists. The asynchronous learning format
allowed students and young researchers to familiarise themselves with green and digital transitions and smart textiles
in the EU context. The synchronous e-learning organised in the hackathon format allowed students to interact with
companies and clusters and solve the challenges proposed by the industry. The lesson content on ADDTEX MOOC has
been delivered in an attractive format using interactive videos, graphics, animation and videos with digital teachers
explaining the course.
Keywords: green, digital, smart, transition, e-learning, textile
Citation: Aileni, R.M., Radulescu, R.I., A new method for developing interactive courses in smart textiles, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 487–492, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.2024166
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Article: Determinants of economic performance in the clothing industry – an EU data panel analysis
Authors: RALUCA ANDREEA ION, IONUT LAURENTIU PETRE, CRISTIAN GEORGE POPESCU, MARIAN VALENTIN POPESCU
Pages 493–500
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.202538
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
In a global economy, textile and clothing companies operate in a highly competitive international market, where
numerous firms compete for consumer demand, characterised by frequent changes, depending on fashion. Therefore,
increasing economic performance is essential to survive in such an environment. This piece of research has the
objective to analyse the factors that determine performance expressed in the form of companies’ turnover, at sector level
in the European Union region, trying to answer the question of which are the drivers influencing the turnover in the textile
and clothing industry and how strong their influence is. In pursuing this, multiple linear regressions have been performed
between turnover and its determinants. The findings show that turnover is strongly influenced by the number of
employees, imports and exports and less influenced by consumers’ expenditure. These results may serve to underpin
the macro policy decisions regarding the textile, clothing and footwear industry.
Keywords: textile and clothing industry, economic performance, productivity, competitiveness, turnover
Citation: Ion, R.A., Petre, I.L., Popescu, C.G., Popescu, M.V., Determinants of economic performance in the clothing industry – an EU data panel analysis, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 493–500, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.202538
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Article: Assessing the preparedness of the textile sector for implementing Industry 4.0: An organisational culture perspective
Authors: ABBAS MUREED, SALEEM MUHAMMAD QAISER, MUFTI NADEEM, AMJAD HUSSAIN, KAUSAR RUKHSANA
Pages 501–510
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.2024124
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
Current research highlights the importance of an appropriate organisational culture (OC) for successfully implementing
Industry 4.0 (I4.0), suggesting that overlooking OC may impede organisations from fully leveraging and maintaining the
benefits of I4.0. Although there is an agreement on the characteristics of suitable OC for I4.0, methodologies to evaluate
organisational readiness from an OC perspective are needed. Our study aims to assess the preparedness of
organisations for implementing I4.0. Through an extensive literature review, we identified the suitable OC for I4.0,
gauged the currently prevailing primary perceived OC, and evaluated the preparedness of the selected sector for
implementing I4.0. Utilising data collected from Pakistan’s textile sector (PTS), the research employs a cross-sectional
survey utilising the Competing Values Framework (CVF). After an extensive literature review, the study found that an
OC with dominant adhocracy culture profile traits is well-suited for implementing I4.0. However, the data from 162 textile
organisations reveal that the perceived primary/dominant OC in PTS is the clan culture profile, with the control culture
profile being the least prevalent. The results indicate that the current prevailing OC characteristics, as perceived by the
respondents, are not suitable for I4.0 implementation, indicating that the selected sector is not ready to implement I4.0
from an OC perspective. This study is unique in its systematic approach, adapting the CVF to evaluate perceived OC
for I4.0 readiness in a developing economy using qualitative and quantitative methods. The approach may be applied
to different sectors and countries.
Keywords: Competing Values Framework, digitalisation, innovation, efficiency, supply chain management
Citation: Mureed, A., Qaiser, S.M., Nadeem, M., Hussain, A., Rukhsana, K., Assessing the preparedness of the textile sector for implementing Industry 4.0: An organisational culture perspective, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 501–510, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.2024124
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Article: How do textile enterprises use digital technology to realize green innovation? A multicase comparative study
Authors: ZHANG XIUFAN, LI MENG
Pages 511–523
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.2024100
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
The application of digital technology in textile enterprises can promote their search for knowledge, and its crucial
meaning lies in injecting new evolutionary power into the green innovation of enterprises. This research delves into
strategies for fostering knowledge search in enhancing textile enterprises’ digital technology capabilities, ultimately
refining and establishing a framework that catalyses green innovation. Employing the grounded theory approach, this
research outlines the dimensions and critical attributes of digital technology, knowledge search, and green innovation
practices in textile enterprises. Furthermore, this research constructs a theoretical frame enabling textile enterprises to
harness digital technology for knowledge exploration and advancing green innovation. The findings reveal that textile
enterprises use digital technology to help multiagent interaction, forming the dynamic support of green incremental and
radical innovation. Knowledge search is critical for textile enterprises to realize green innovation using digital technology.
Therefore, this study unveils a new path of development for nd green innovation in textile enterprises under the backdrop
of the construction of ecological civilization.
Keywords: textile enterprises, digital technology, knowledge search, green innovation
Citation: Xiufan, Z., Meng, L., How do textile enterprises use digital technology to realize green innovation? A multicase comparative study, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 511–523, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.2024100
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Article: Dynamic thermo-physiological comfort of a recycled Denim nano-layered fabric
Authors: SOFIEN BENLTOUFA, HIND ALGAMDY
Pages 524–529
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.2024163
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
This study investigated the dynamic thermo-physiological comfort of a recycled Denim nano-layered fabric. The top layer
of the Multilayered Denim fabric was recycled Denim. The semi-permeable nanomembrane was chosen due to its highwater
vapour permeability and waterproof properties. A nonwoven fabric was added to the garment as an extra layer to
provide shape and support and avoid direct contact with the skin. A double-faced adhesive grid was used to ensure
bonding between the various layers.
The breathability of used fabrics was studied based on the air permeability, water vapour resistance, and relative
permeability using the Permetest according to the ISO 11092 standard. To study the dynamic of the thermo-physiological
comfort, the dynamic cooling heat flow during evaporation was visualised. Results showed adding a semi-permeable
nanolayer decreased the air permeability by about 16% compared to a simple Denim fabric. Conversely, the water
vapour permeability was enhanced to 48% when the nanolayer foil was added. It was found that a multilayered Denim
fabric had a better cooling feeling at the skin’s first contact stage and equilibrium compared to a simple fabric.
Keywords: recycled denim, nanolayer, breathable, dynamic heat flow
Citation: Benltoufa, S., Algamdy, H., Dynamic thermo-physiological comfort of a recycled Denim nano-layered fabric, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 524–529, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.2024163
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Article: Impact of climate variability on Myanmar’s agricultural, total exports, and textile industry: Asymmetric and dynamic multipliers
Authors: ODE HTWEE THANN, ZHAO YUHUAN, MOBEEN AHMAD, RAMONA BIRAU, VIRGIL POPESCU, ADRIAN T. MITROI, ZULFIQAR ALI IMRAN, MUHAMMAD AHAD, GABRIEL NICOLAE PRICINĂ
Pages 530–546
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.20259
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
Climate change brings uncertainty and instability to ecosystems, economies, and global supply chains. It also
significantly influences the total export value of countries that heavily rely on agriculture for economic growth. This study
investigates the effects of climate variability on Myanmar’s agricultural and total exports. This study uses the nonlinear
autoregressive distributed lag (NARDL) approach for the annual data from 1990 to 2021. This study finds that rainfall
negatively affects agricultural and total exports. Increasing rainfall leads to declining agricultural exports, whereas
decreasing rainfall enhances total exports in the long run. Decreasing rainfall declines agricultural exports, while
increasing rainfall diminishes total exports in the short run. Carbon emissions (CO2) adversely affect agricultural and
total exports in both runs. However, temperatures positively impact agricultural and total exports in both runs. In
controlled variables, increased GDP has a positive impact on both agricultural and total exports. The textile and garment
industry in Myanmar is perceived as an economic sector that is mainly export-oriented. Agricultural production
contributes significantly to agricultural exports, which enhances total exports. This study offers new policy insights to
adapt and mitigate climate change’s influence on Myanmar’s export sectors.
Keywords: climate variability, textile field, garment industry, agricultural export, total export, NARDL, Myanmar, agricultural commodities
Citation: Thann, O.H., Yuhuan, Z., Ahmad, M., Birau, R., Popescu, V., Mitroi, A.T., Imran, Z.A., Ahad, M., Pricină, G.N., Impact of climate variability on Myanmar’s agricultural, total exports, and textile industry: Asymmetric and dynamic multipliers, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 530–546, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.20259
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Article: Redefining fashion: eco-design and circular economy practices in Romania
Authors: LILIANA INDRIE, SIMONA TRIPA, PABLO DIAZ-GARCIA, DAVID MINGUEZ-GARCIA
Pages 547–554
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.202523
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
This study examines best practices in eco-design within six Romanian textile companies, highlighting their commitment
to environmental sustainability, circular economy principles, social responsibility, and education. These companies
implement innovative solutions such as the use of durable and recycled materials, waste reduction strategies,
eco-friendly dyeing processes, and ethical labour practices. Their approaches align with global trends in sustainable
fashion, demonstrating how the industry can transition toward more responsible production and consumption models.
By adopting similar strategies, fashion companies can greatly minimise their ecological footprint and promote a more
sustainable and socially responsible future.
Keywords: eco-design, good practices, environmental sustainability, circular economy, social responsibility, education
Citation: Indrie, L., Tripa, S., Diaz-Garcia, P., Minguez-Garcia, D., Redefining fashion: eco-design and circular economy practices in Romania, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 547–554, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.202523
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Article: New approach for design and development of multi-role aerial module for management of the pedological drought
Authors: MIHAELA JOMIR, BOGDAN CAZAN, MARIAN-CATALIN GROSU, ADRIAN SALISTEAN, ALINA-FLORENTINA VLADU, OVIDIU IORDACHE, RAZVAN-VICTOR SCARLAT
Pages 555–562
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.2022150
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
Soil drought, seen as the depletion of soil water reserves at watering depths below the readily accessible water content,
is a challenging problem for humanity, with a massive negative impact on social, economic, and environmental activities.
This paper proposes a new approach to the management of soil-induced drought disasters.
In this respect, 8 variants of fabrics (used as matrices of composite materials) and 3 variants of composite structures,
used in the construction of collapsible multi-roll aerial modules for soil drought, have been developed and tested in
INCDTP-accredited laboratories. Thus, the structures have been tested in terms of tensile behaviour, the strength and
elongation at break, respectively the strength and elongation at tear. The experiments carried out, as well as the
experience of specialists in the design of technical textile structures for special applications, have shown that the
manufacturing of textile supports used as matrices for composite materials used in the construction of collapsible multiroll
aerial modules for pedological drought, structures specific to textile articles with special uses are used, for which
programming schemes have been obtained.
The particularly restrictive conditions imposed by the field of use, in conjunction with the values obtained from the
physical-mechanical testing of composite fabrics and structures, required the use of specialised software to obtain digital
solutions. The results obtained as a result of FEM simulation predicted the behaviour of textile structures, composites,
and the air module under dynamic conditions.
Keywords: multi-roll aerial module, pedological drought, aerial mulching, CAD-CAM, modelling, FEM
Citation: Jomir, M., Cazan, B., Grosu, M.-C., Salistean, A., Vladu, A.-F., Iordache, O., Scarlat, R.-V., New approach for design and development of multi-role aerial module for management of the pedological drought, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 555–562, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.2022150
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Article: Infrared thermography used for handball footwear heat detection during the training
Authors: MARIUS DARIUS ȘUTEU, RAREȘ PANCU, MIRCEA TEODOR POP, DANA IOANA CRISTEA, NICOLETA ALINA ANDREESCU, ALEXANDRU ANDREI GHERMAN, SORIN DACIAN BUHAȘ
Pages 563–575
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.2024119
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to present an experimental thermal transfer analysis of sports footwear to identify the areas
that ensure the best foot ventilation for comfort and performance in training sessions. The measurements were
performed on seven athletes (subjects) during a handball training session, wearing the same footwear that the
handballers typically use for indoor sports. The thermographic recordings were made during training at five different
times: moment zero (before the start of training), moment one (2 minutes of training), moment two (5 minutes of training),
moment three (15 minutes of training), and moment four (at the end of the handball training session). For the other three
subjects, although they have different models of the same sports footwear, the analysis of the thermal distribution values
shows that they are within the minimum and maximum limits of the four subjects analysed in the paper. Based on the
thermographic values recorded, a mathematical model was determined using polynomial regression in Matlab to predict
temperature values outside the range of the experimental data. In the present paper, research was carried out in order
to identify the thermal transfer of indoor sports shoes used in handball training so as to detect the heat exchange
between the foot and the outdoor environment. Thermography can be a valuable tool for manufacturers to evaluate the
effectiveness of a shoe’s insulation and ventilation systems. By using thermography, manufacturers can assess how well
the footwear regulates temperature and moisture, which are crucial factors in maintaining comfort and performance for
athletes, particularly in a high-intensity sport like handball.
Keywords: thermal imaging, Flir ResearchIR Max, heat transfer, indoor sports
Citation: Șuteu, M.D., Pancu, R., Pop, M.T., Cristea, D.I., Andreescu, N.A., Gherman, A.A., Buhaș, S.D., Infrared thermography used for handball footwear heat detection during the training, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 563–575, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.2024119
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Article: Generational differences in perceptions of AI-generated reviews in online textile purchases: implications for sustainable digital consumption
Authors: ANDREEA MIHAELA BARBU, MARGARETA STELA FLORESCU, RALUCA-GIORGIANA CHIVU (POPA), IONUȚ-CLAUDIU POPA, ALIN IOAN CREȚU, ALINA ȘTEFANIA CHENIC
Pages 576–590
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.202558
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
The digitalisation of consumer environments, fueled by artificial intelligence (AI), is reshaping how individuals interact
with information and make purchasing decisions. Online reviews – especially those generated by AI – have become a
key source of influence across generations. This study investigates how generational cohorts perceive AI-generated
reviews and the implications for responsible digital consumption. By examining awareness, trust, and intention to use
such reviews, this paper highlights how AI can both enhance transparency and risk undermining consumer trust. The
findings suggest that while digital natives are more open to AI-generated content, older generations express skepticism,
which has implications for fostering sustainable consumption practices in the digital age. The study calls for greater
transparency, education, and ethical design of AI-driven platforms to align with Sustainable Development Goal 12
(Responsible Consumption and Production). This research focuses on online reviews related to textile products,
exploring how AI-generated content influences consumer trust and sustainable choices in the textile industry.
Keywords: artificial intelligence, AI-generated reviews, online reviews, textile industry, sustainable digital consumption
Citation: Barbu, A.M., Popa, I.-C., Florescu, M.F., Chivu (Popa), R.-G., Crețu, A.I., Chenic, A.Ș., Generational differences in perceptions of AI-generated reviews in online textile purchases: implications for sustainable digital consumption, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 576–590, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.202558
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Article: Production of woven aramid based protective equipment and improving its ballistic performance
Authors: ALİ ARI, ÖZGÜR TEKASLAN, ZEHRA SEVER, MEHMET KARAHAN
Pages 591–598
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.202462
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
In this study, various ballistic armour materials were designed using aramid fibre fabrics. Initially, soft armour designs
were tested according to NIJ 0101.03 Level II standards across different configurations. However, the trauma depths
observed in these tests exceeded the acceptable limits defined by the standards. To address this, a hard armour design
was developed by incorporating reinforcement elements, such as silicon dioxide, graphene nanoplatelets, multi-walled
carbon nanotubes, and Ti3AlC2 (MAX phases) powders, into the aramid fabrics. These reinforcements were mixed with
vinylester resin at concentrations of 3%, 5%, and 10%. The resulting mixture was impregnated into 25-layer aramid
fabrics arranged in different orientations to produce composite plates. Ballistic tests were conducted on these plates in
accordance with NIJ 0101.03 Level III standards. The tests revealed that the hybrid composite structure absorbed a
substantial amount of energy, particularly in the central region of the plates. Plates reinforced with graphene
nanoplatelets exhibited penetration under ballistic testing, but an improvement in ballistic performance was observed as
the reinforcement density increased. Among all reinforcements, the best ballistic performance was achieved with Ti3AlC2
(MAX phase) additives. As a result, prototype designs with enhanced protection levels and improved ballistic
performance were successfully produced.
Keywords: aramid fibres, protective equipment, ballistic performance, ballistic
Citation: Ari, A., Tekaslan, Ö., Sever, Z., Karahan, M., Production of woven aramid based protective equipment and improving its ballistic performance, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 591–598, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.202462
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Article: The endoscopic retromuscular approach (laparoscopic and robotic) of lateral abdominal wall hernias – a retrospective analysis from a single centre/single surgeon over 5 years
Authors: DIANA TEODORA SUHACIU, ALEXANDRU LAURENTIU CHIOTOROIU, VICTOR GHEORGHE RADU, EMILIA VISILEANU, ALINA VLADU
Pages 599–604
DOI: 10.35530/IT.076.04.202529
Published online: August 2025
Abstract
Lateral abdominal wall hernias account for approximately 1–4% of all surgical procedures for abdominal wall repair. The
treatment of primary and incisional lateral abdominal wall hernias poses a challenge due to anatomical complexity, given
the muscular stratigraphy, adjacent bony structures, and nervous elements, as well as technical difficulties in approach.
Currently, there is no standardised surgical technique for the treatment of lateral hernias, with multiple approaches being
presented: open, minimally invasive (laparo-endoscopic or robotic), or hybrid. Textile biomaterials are used as a
biocompatible interface with the human body, in the form of medical devices, implants and prosthetic systems. The use
of knitted biotextiles for non-implantable items and implants has developed greatly in the new field of tissue engineering.
We present a 5-year retrospective study that includes cases of primary and incisional lateral abdominal wall hernias
treated laparoscopically and robotically in the Centre of Hernia Surgery, Life Memorial Hospital, from June 2016 to
December 2022. The study included 24 patients with primary and incisional hernias resolved laparoscopically
(eTEP-TAR, eTEP) and 5 cases resolved robotically. The majority of the cases (80.8%) of lateral hernias are incisional;
38.5% are strictly lateral hernias, with the rest having a median component. In the laparoscopic group, eTEP-TAR was
performed in 21 cases, and eTEP in 3 cases. In the 5 cases of surgery performed robotically, eTEP-TAR was carried
out. No cases of conversion were recorded. For the patients operated on laparoscopically: there was one incident of
small bowel injury during adhesiolysis, which was resolved during the same surgical session (with laparoscopic suture).
No complications were reported in the group of patients operated on robotically. The average postoperative
hospitalisation time was 39 hours. The average follow-up period was 4 years and 6 months, with no complications or
recurrences. The eTEP-TAR technique for repairing lateral hernia cases (incisional and primary) is difficult and complex;
however, the results are very good if performed correctly, whether laparoscopically or robotically, as demonstrated by
the reduced hospital stay, low level of postoperative pain, and rapid recovery of the patients.
Keywords: robotic eTEP-TAR, abdominal wall reconstruction, incisional hernia, lateral hernia, laparoscopic eTEP abdominal wall reconstruction, textile biomaterials
Citation: Suhaciu, D.T., Chiotoroiu, A.L., Radu, V.G., Visileanu, E., Vladu, A., The endoscopic retromuscular approach (laparoscopic and robotic) of lateral abdominal wall hernias – a retrospective analysis from a single centre/single surgeon over 5 years, In: Industria Textila, 2025, 76, 4, 599–604, https://doi.org/10.35530/IT.076.04.202529
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