On-going R&D projects 

(as on 30/11/2011 16:52:23 )

Project ID Name of the Project Sanction No & Date Duration of the Project Total Cost of the project Govt. of India share Amount released so far Balance to be released Expected product/ Process outcomes Expected income from the project Actual achievement Shortfall along with reason Date of completion of project
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 Name of the TRA : Ahmedabad Textile Industries Research Association
ATIRA/001 Enhancement of Cotton seed oil Recovery by adopting German PEFT Technology 6/17/2009-CT-I
11/09/2009
30 Months 21,000,000 15,600,000 10,920,000 4,680,000 Process for enhancing oil recovery from cotton seeds using Pulse Powder Technology subject to its techno-economic feasibility. ATIRA is yet to furnish the information. 1. Small scale batch experiment conducted, 2. Sample evaluation on SEM indicates electroporation, 3. Pilot scale experiment are going on both on electroporation and subsequent oil expelling. Expenses Rs.135.1 Lakhs upto 31.05.2011, Commitment of contribution from DII (Rs.3.00 Lakhs) and Hydroul icon system (Rs.10.00 Lakhs) have been received over above contribution of Rs.11.00 Lakhs from ATIRA.  Due to inherent machine difficulties and ending of cotton season may delay the repeat experiment trails resulting in delay in completion of project to the tune of 6 months.

11/03/2012

ATIRA/002 Spinning of fire retardant fibre blends on cotton system 6/17/2009-CT-I
11/09/2009
24 Months 9,000,000 7,000,000 4,859,000 2,141,000 (1) Spinning process for various fire retardant fibre blends for development of cost effective FR fabrics. (2) Fabrics of selected blends are having FR properties as per international specifications. ATIRA is yet to furnish the information. (1) Developed spinning process of selected inherent FR fibre blends. (2) Fabrics developed from these selected blends are cost effective and are satisfying performance requirements of industrial protective work wear as per ISO 11612. ATIRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited.

11/09/2011

ATIRA/003 Development of Nano-Fibre based textiles 10/7/2009-CT-I
18/12/2009
24 Months 12,832,000 12,832,000 5,133,000 7,699,000 Process of making Face mask high efficiency filtration device for automative. ATIRA is yet to furnish the information. On going On going  

18/12/2011

ATIRA/004 Textile Dyeing: An effort towards Sustainable and Cleaner, Eco-Friendly Technology 10/1/2010-TUFS
09/02/2011
24 Months 28,961,000 17,760,000 7,104,000 10,656,000 Cleaner technology of textile dyeing ATIRA is yet to furnish the information. On going On going  

09/02/2013

ATIRA/005 Indigenous development of Automatic multilayer garment cutting machine 6/17/2009-CT-I
11/09/2009
24 Months 7,500,000 6,000,000 4,200,000 1,800,000 An engineering model of automatic multilayer garment cutting machine. ATIRA is yet to furnish the information. Project is delayed. Extension upto 30.09.2012 is sought for by ATIRA. ATIRA is yet to furnish the information.  Rift amongst the partners of Industry partner leading to closer of their unit i.e Truetech Engineers, Ahmedabad for the said project.

11/09/2011

ATIRA/006 To evolve construction related design as well as environmental design parameters for both woven and non woven geo synthetics 10/7/2009-CT-I
18/12/2009
24 Months 7,516,000 7,516,000 2,255,000 5,261,000 The design parameters (using appropriate geosynthetics for use in road design) ATIRA is yet to furnish the information. On going On going  

18/12/2011

ATIRA/009 Bio preparation technology:Enhanced sustainability in cotton and cotton containing textile processing 10/1/2010-TUFS
09/02/2011
36 Months 52,250,000 39,444,000 13,977,000 25,467,000 Optimised enzymatic processing of cotton and cotton based textiles ATIRA is yet to furnish the information On going Project is ongoing. As per MOT letter 10/5/2011-TUFS dated 04.07.2011, the balance amount to be released is Rs.20967000/-  

09/02/2014

 Name of the TRA : The Bombay Textile Research Association
BTRA/001 Nano-technological studies on development of high performance polyester and polypropylene fibres 10/11/2009-CT-I
18/12/2009
24 Months 7,588,000 7,553,000 6,042,400 1,510,600 In the present project, it is excepted to get nano-particles filled fibres with newer properties. Our experience on pilot plant will provide an effective technological process which can be commercially adopted by the industry. The process technology developed can be licensed to interested manufacturers. Accordingly, revenue generation inrelation to market conditions needs to be assessed. As envisaged in the project, some of the work elements are completed and some are in progress (1) Recruitment of staff completed (2)Acquistion of permenant equipment: procured and commissioned (3)Raw material procured (4) Pilot plant trails and sample preparation: preparation of nano particles at ZnO, TiO2 followed by their modification is done. Nano composites at PP, PET are prepared. Funds spent up to 12.11.2011 is RS 53.59 Lakhs  

18/12/2011

BTRA/002 Development of method for testing and analysing the formaldehyde content. 10/11/2009-CT-I
18/12/2009
24 Months 4,900,000 4,883,000 3,906,400 976,600 A validated test method will be developed for analysing formaldehyde content in textile textile dyes and auxillary chemicals. This test method can be used to determine formaldehyde content in all input materials in trace levels. The data will be submitted to the relevant sectional committee of BIS for adopting as national standard. The method can be used to monitor a quality control check of all input materials in the textile industry, there by a great scope to generate substantial revenue to testing laboratory. This would culminate as a national standards test method. As an initial experimental work, all the procured textile auxillaries are analysed for the presence of total and free foramaldehyde. Total formaldehyde is analysed by clourimetric method and free foramldehyde by titration and chromatographic method (HPLC). Calibration of foramldehyde and its detection limits are also determined for diffrent methods. Method developed by HPLC: various test parameters like mobile face, slit width, band width etc have been standardised . HPLC instrument has been calibrated using standard formaldehyde to find out the detector linearity achieved. Study of UV spectra of formaldehyde and various aldehydes and ketones were conducted.instrument detection limit has been established. Funds spent upto 18.11.2011 is Rs 47.48 Lakhs  

18/12/2011

BTRA/003 Mechanical properties, stability and structure of polymeric compsites reinforced with functionalised fibers 10/1/2010-CT-I
28/10/2010
36 Months 17,368,000 17,068,000 6,827,200 10,240,800 A set of various composite panels will be obtained. Their comparative performance and costs will be evaluated. Our products will be then compared with others from the market to evaluate the advantages. The know-how can be licensed to industry. Accordingly, the revenue generation in relation to market conditions needs to be assessed. Staff selection and raw material procurement is ongoing. All machines have been finalised and negotiation is on from local and overseas vendor. Exhaustive literature survey is in progress to design the experiment based on the objective aligning current scenario. Funds spent upto 18.11.2011 is Rs.9.39 Lakhs  

28/10/2013

BTRA/004 Design and development of geotextiles creep rupture behaviour tester 10/1/2010-CT-I
28/10/2010
24 Months 2,552,000 1,965,000 589,500 1,375,500 Instrument, product (geo textiles) development and improvement in quality after its performance evaluation. BTRA will be benefited through supply of instruments on reimbursement basis and testing charges as well as through transfer of know-how. Industry will be benefited by improvement of quality and development of products. Test standards procured. Studies the requirement of tester design of the creep tester done. The dimensions are decided to suit the requirement. Fabrication of grip started . Fabrication of machine (UTM) started. Soft ware development is in progress. Funds spent upto 18.11.2011 is Rs.7.94 Lakhs  

28/10/2012

BTRA/005 Studies on textile doped with conducting polymers 10/11/2009-CT-I
24/09/2009
36 Months 4,040,000 4,040,000 1,616,000 2,424,000 A set of conducting polymer doped textiles produced by different techniques. These can be used in PPEs and also as transducer in gas/chemicals/odor detectors. The know-how can be licensed to industry. Accordingly, the revenue generation in relation to market conditions needs to be assessed. 0-12 months: Literature search, staff selection, acquisition of permanent equipments and raw materials. 12-24 months: Studies on kinetics of polymerisation, characterisation of the conducting polymer doped textiles, building up of a model for the product design. REMARKS:The in-situ chemical polymerisation of polypyrole and polyaniline on cotton and polyester fabrics has been throughly studied. The atmospheric aging of coated fabrics has been minimised by the addition of sulfonic acid salts as dopants. The treated fabrics have been characterised by SEM, FTIR and also for tensile strength. Funds spent upto: 18.11.2011 is Rs.24.51 Lakhs  

24/09/2012

BTRA/006 Studies on fire retardant finishing of apparel and home textiles towards meeting the export requirement. 10/11/2009-CT-I
24/09/2009
24 Months 3,000,000 3,000,000 2,400,000 600,000 The information captured under the project would give the list of the eco-friendly FR chemicals and their optimum application. The information is disseminated to the stake holders i.e manufacturers and exporters. This would be used by them to manufacture th etextile product as per international standards and supply the items to USA and EU markets. Exporters amy interact with the manufcturers to get the right kind of finish imparted to their product under consideration based on the protocol developed under the project. The know how can be licensed to the industry. 1.Procurement of instruments,fabric, FR Chemicals is done 2.Evaluating FR chemicals for eco-friendliness including presence of brominated compounds, 3. Development of method to detect the presence of brominated compound is taken up. selection and performance evaluation 13-16 months. In progress: As per the plan, the commercial FR finishes have been screened for their eco-friendliness. From the screening data the finishes which are eco-friendly are selected for the evaluation of the performance characteristics. In this regard, the concentration and curring time have been decided for taking up of kinetics of application to arrive at optimum recipe. Funds spent upto 18.11.2011 is Rs.32.91 Lakhs  Final report awaited

24/09/2011

BTRA/007 Plasma technology for textile processing 10/5/2006-CT-I
22/08/2008
36 Months 13,700,000 5,000,000 5,000,000 0 The plasma technology is considered as eco-friendly green technology. In view of this, it was envisaged to develop technology for plasma treatment for desizing dyeing and finishing. After completion of the project, the plasma machine may be allowed to run on commercial basis for taking trails. Procurement of materials completed, rection of plama treater machine completed, trail runs, calibration, characterization of plasma process completed. Full scale runs & comparision of plasma processess with respect to conventional processess in progress. Funds spent upto 18.11.2011 Rs 44.91 lakhs  Project will be completed by 31.12.2011 as there was some delay in release of fund.

22/08/2011

 Name of the TRA : Indian Jute Industries Research Association
IJIRA/001 Development of Aroma based Home Textiles 10/8/2009-CT-I
01/10/2009
24 Months 6,600,000 5,500,000 3,350,000 2,150,000 Aroma finished home textiles mostly based on jute blends such as upholstery, furnishing fabrics, curtains, bed linen and home decors etc. Not yet ascertained 85 % project completed 3750000  Entreprenuer identification for the test marketing of products developed during mill scale trail.

01/10/2011

IJIRA/002 Multifunctional Ceramic based Nano Finishing of outdoor Textiles by Sol-Gel Technique 10/8/2009/CT-I
30/09/2009
36 Months 12,000,000 10,000,000 7,000,000 3,000,000 A range of products which can be developed by a single-bath pad batch or pad - steam or exhaust process with self-cleaning,super hrdrophobic and anti-microbial property. Technology transfer to the industry and commercilisation of the nano finished products worth 1000000 60 % 5100000  Delay in procurement of finishing machinery.

30/09/2012

IJIRA/003 Development of low cost bags for food grains and sugar 10/18/2009-CT-1
04/01/2010
30 Months 9,600,000 8,600,000 6,440,000 2,160,000 1.Lighter bag weight (by 10-13%) compared to existing product, 2.More availability of bags, 3.Better utilisation of processing system (jute processing machines), 4. Substantial cost reduction to government exchequer, 5. Quality characteristics similar to existing bags assuring acceptability and satisfactory end use performance. yet to be quantified. 70 % 4850000  

04/07/2012

 Name of the TRA : Man Made Textile Research Association
MANTRA/001 Development of eco-friendly re-cyclable /bio-degradable value added technical textiles from banana yarns 10/12/2009-CT-I
05/10/2009
24 Months 2,718,500 2,100,000 1,470,000 630,000 1. Value added coated and laminated technical textiles fabrics/composites can be effectively utilised for various end-use applications, 2.The out come would be cost effective and comparitive with natural fabric / man made fibre fabric, cotton, viscose, etc. 3. Technical textile product will be eco-friendly less polluting and cost effective. 4. MANTRA will develop fabrics made from 100% banana yarn as well as composite fabrics made from banana and othe rfibres. These fabrics and composites will be made in high speed modern weaving machines after machine modification. MANTRA This will also generate additional income for banana fibre growers and social and economic para meters will be enhanced. The outcome would be cost effective and comparitive with natural fabric/man made fibre fabric. This will also generate additional income for banana fibre growers and social and economic para meters will be enhanced.  Final report awaited.

05/10/2011

MANTRA/002 Development of innovative fabrics madefrom PTT yarn and to set processing parameters for them 10/12/2009/CT-I
05/10/2009
24 Months 3,365,600 2,575,000 2,060,000 515,000 The developed process will require less temperature for processing resulting in huge energy saving . The advantageous properties of PTT fiber can be exploited. The developed fabrics will have better colour depth, softer feel, easy care properties, etc. New products introduced will be beneficial infighting recessionary impact on the market. The advantageous properties of PTT fiber can be exploited. the developed fabrics will have better colour depth, softer feel, easy care properties etc.  Final report awaited.

05/10/2011

MANTRA/003 Development of multilayer fabrics for sportswear 10/12/2009/CT-I
16/12/2009
24 Months 4,868,000 4,838,000 3,386,000 1,452,000 The outcome would be new product/process development of multilayer sports wear. The outcome would be new product /process development of multilayer sports wear. The outcome would be new product /process development of multilayer sports wear. The outcome would be new product/process development of multilayer sports wear  

16/12/2011

MANTRA/004 Application of nano-technology for delustering of bright polyester fabric varieties. 10/12/2009/CT
16/12/2009
24 Months 4,865,600 4,152,000 2,907,000 1,245,000 the outcome would be newtechnique/process for delustering of polyester fabrics made from bright yarn The outcome would be new technique /process for delustering of polyester fabrics made from bright yarn. the outcome woule be new technique/process for delustering of polyester fabrics made from bright yarn. The outcome would be new technique /process for delustering of polyester fabrics made from bright yarn.  

16/12/2011

MANTRA/005 Polyactic acid Fibres in technical textile application for packaging and disposable food container 10/12/2009/CT-I
05/10/2009
24 Months 2,641,000 2,110,000 1,688,000 422,000 Development of ecofriendly packaging material . Niche packaging material will generate revenue for packaging of food products. Development of ecofriendly packaging material. Niche packaging material will generate revenue for packaging of food products.  Final report awaited.

05/10/2011

MANTRA/006 Development of cost effective Filter fabrics suitable for bag filters. 10/12/2009/CT-I
05/10/2009
24 Months 3,140,000 2,500,000 2,000,000 500,000 Development of long lasting bag filters. Marketing of cost effective bag filters will generate revenue. Development of long lasting bag filters . Marketing of cost effective bag filters will generate revenue.  Final report awaited.

05/10/2011

MANTRA/007 Development of enzyymatic technique for weight reduction of polyester. 10/12/2009/CT-I
05/10/2009
24 Months 3,442,000 2,700,000 2,160,000 540,000 A new ecofriendly technique for weight reduction of polyester, saving of effluent treatment due to less consumption of chemicals. This technique will generate revenue by technology transfer of ecofriendly technique for weight reduction of polyester. A new ecofriendly technique for weight reduction of polyester, saving of effluent treatment due to less consumption of chemicals. This technique will generate revenue by technology transfer of ecofriendly technique for weight reduction of polyester.  Final report awaited

05/10/2011

MANTRA/008 Development of Banana fabrics suitable for extreme cold weather condition by Plasma Technology 10/11/2010-TUFS
11/11/2010
24 Months 4,603,000 3,160,000 948,000 2,212,000 Value added technical textile for extreme cold weather . Revenue for Banana growers & fibre makers. Value added technical textile for extreme cold weather Development of new coagulant based on bentonite for textile waste water.  

11/11/2012

MANTRA/009 Development of laminated product for inflatable 10/11/2010-TUFS
11/11/2010
18 Months 3,367,000 2,440,000 732,000 1,708,000 Technical textile useful in defence applications . New technical textile product can be marketed. Technology can be patented and marketed. Technical textile useful in defence applications. New technical textile product can be marketed. Technology can be patented and marketed.  

11/05/2012

MANTRA/010 Development of coagulation treatment using modified bentonite and recycle and reuse of 10/11/2010-TUFS
11/11/2010
27 Months 3,093,000 2,293,000 917,000 1,376,000 Development of new coagulant, based on bentonite for textile waste water. Marketing of this new coagulant, which ecofriendly and natural,will generate revenue. It is cost effective as compared to conventional coagulants. Development of new coagulant based on bentonite for textile waste water. Marketing of this new coagulant, which ecofriendly and natural will generate revenue. It is cost effective as compared to conventional coagulants.  

11/02/2013

 Name of the TRA : Northen Indian Textile Research Association
NITRA/001 Development of personal protective textile using novel fibre 10/9/2009-CT-I
30/09/2009
24 Months 2,964,000 2,804,000 1,621,600 1,182,400 The outcome of the study will be published in leading textile journals and a workshop will be organised to share the findings of the study. it will help the manufacturers to initate manufacturing of developed product. At the same time, consumers wil also be educated regarding the benefits of the developed product. NITRA is yet to furnish the inforamtion Farics with antimicrobial chacteristics NITRA is yet to furnish the information  Final report awaited.

30/09/2011

NITRA/002 Ultrasonic cleaning of garments 10/9/2009-CT-I
30/09/2009
30 Months 4,122,000 4,122,000 3,297,600 824,400 After successful development of ultrasonic cleaning system, it will be studied for commercial acceptance. A demonstration-cum- workshop will be arranged for the interested industries, especially those engaged in making washing machines. NITRA is yet to furnish the information Ultrasonic cleaning technique for garments. NITRA is yet to furnish the information  

30/03/2012

NITRA/003 Development of NYCO fabric for paramilitary and military combat uniforms 10/9/2009-CT-I
31/12/2009
18 Months 7,520,000 7,215,000 6,107,500 1,107,500 After successful development of combat uniforms and protective gears from nylon 66 and cotton blended fabric, it will be studied for commercial acceptance.A demonstration-cum workshop will be arranged for the interested industries, especially those engaged in making combat uniforms. NITRA is yet to furnish the information NYCO fabrics for paramilitary and military combat uniforms NITRA is yet to furnish the information.  Stated objectives are yet to be achieved fully.

30/06/2011

NITRA/004 Development of cut resistant and abrasion resistant protective textiles by using composites metallic yarn 10/08/2010-TUFS
04/11/2010
18 Months 3,500,000 2,500,000 1,000,000 1,500,000 The outcome of the study will be published in leading textile journals and a workshop will be organised to share the findings of the study. It will help the manufacturers to initiate manufacturing of developed product. At the same time, consumers will also be educated regarding the benefits of the developed product. NITRA is yet to furnish the information. Cut resistance gloves, sleeves & bags NITRA is yet to furnish the information.  

04/05/2012

NITRA/005 Developing shield of corn fabric for enhancing the protective from flame 10/08/2010-TUFS
04/11/2010
18 Months 3,569,000 1,820,700 546,200 1,274,500 The outcome of the study will be published in leading textile journals and a workshop will be organised to share the findings of the study. It will help the manufacturers to initiate manufacturing of developed product. At the same time, consumers will also be educated regarding the benefits of the developed product. NITRA is yet to furnish the information. Fire retardant/antibacterial fabrics NITRA is yet to furnish the information.  

04/05/2012

NITRA/006 Developing armour using Hi-Modus Polyethylene Fibre 10/08/2010-TUFS
04/11/2010
18 Months 3,293,000 1,787,000 536,000 1,251,000 The outcome of the study will be published in leading textile journals and a workshop will be organised to share the findings of the study. It will help the manufacturers to initiate manufacturing of developed product. At the same time, consumers will also be educated regarding the benefits of the developed product. NITRA is yet to furnish the information Cut resistant fabrics for military NITRA is yet to furnish the information  

04/05/2012

 Name of the TRA : Synthetic & Art Silk Mills Research Association
SASMIRA/001 Application of Supercritical fluid for dyeing 10/6/2009-CT-I
30/09/2009
24 Months 2,253,000 1,803,000 1,262,000 541,000 This novel process development will benefit the wet processing industry, which generates major amount of liquid effluents. Processing with supercritical carbon dioxide often generates no waste effluent stream. Maintenance and running cost for waste water treatment and drying process is not necessary so it will be saving for the textile industry. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited.

30/09/2011

SASMIRA/002 Development of PET/Nanoclay Nanocomposites for barrier packaging 10/6/2009-CT-I
30/09/2009
24 Months 2,424,000 1,874,000 750,000 1,124,000 Developed PET/Nanoclay nanocomposites will be moulded into suitable barrier package that can be utilised as a barrier packaging for beverages, health care products and Agrochemicals. Depending upon, the technology can be transfered to the above discussed industries. Besides initial transfer fee of Rs.5 Lakhs or more, annual royalty @ 1 lakhs is excepted. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited.

30/09/2011

SASMIRA/003 Dyeing of polypropylenes using Nano technology 10/6/2009-CT-I
30/09/2009
24 Months 3,661,000 3,061,000 2,142,000 919,000 The outcome of this development of technology would make improvement in textile processing industry. The developed standard technology would be need of the growing textile industry. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited

30/09/2011

SASMIRA/004 Evaluating compatibility establishing methodology simultaneous functional finishes for textiles . 10/6/2009-CT-I
30/09/2009
24 Months 2,532,000 2,032,000 812,000 1,220,000 The process development would lead to production of multifunctional finishes for textile fibers and blends. On successful development, the technology may be transferred to leading manufacturers. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited.

30/09/2011

SASMIRA/005 Development of reflective agro textiles for sun management. 10/6/2009-CT-I
30/09/2009
24 Months 2,377,000 1,982,000 793,000 1,189,000 Development of cost effective agro reflective fabrics which will protect fabric from extreme heat. Depending upon the success of the project, efforts would be undertaken to make available this technology of product development to the Industry. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited.

30/09/2011

SASMIRA/006 Design of processing sequence suitable for embroidered fabrics incorporating embellishments 10/6/2009-CT-I
30/09/2009
24 Months 2,003,000 1,603,000 1,122,000 481,000 The outcome would benefit the embroidered fabric manufacturer and exporters. The research outcome would be shared with the industry and would generate consultancy for the organization. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited.

30/09/2011

SASMIRA/007 Standardization of norms for agriculture shade net 10/6/2009-CT-I
30/09/2009
24 Months 2,403,000 1,803,000 721,000 1,082,000 The outcome would benefit the agrotextile shade net manufacturers. The standards and test methods would be the need of the growing Agrotextile Industry. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information. SASMIRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited.

30/09/2011

SASMIRA/008 Development of super absorbent Polymer fibre mats for water management in Horticulture applications. 10/8/2010-TUFS
29/10/2010
24 Months 2,913,000 2,173,900 652,170 1,521,730 Improved horticultural produce in terms of quality and quantity per hectare.Super absorbent mats to reduce water consumption in agriculture application. Depending upon the success of the field trials, the technology can be transferred to Industries. Identification of various fibre substrates and their structure suitable for fibre mats has been done. Procurement and study of super absorbent polymer suitable for the horticulture is under progress. Trail for substrate developed. Utilised Rs.14.03 Lakhs  

29/10/2012

SASMIRA/009 Establishment correlation on UV stability of Technical Textiles under different exposure conditions. 10/8/2010-TUFS
29/10/2010
24 Months 4,274,000 3,524,000 1,409,600 2,114,400 The outcome of this development of technology would benefit the manufacturers and users of technical textile products. Rs 2.00Lakhs Identification of technical textile samples for evaluation of weathering and study of the micro elements of the fabrics with respect to its charcterstics UV stability and other chemical degradation. Utilised RS.15.92 lakhs  

29/10/2012

SASMIRA/010 Development of electrically conductive PET/CNT nano composite film 10/8/2010-TUFS
29/10/2010
36 Months 5,908,550 3,772,000 1,508,800 2,263,200 Developed PET/CNT nanocomposite will be transformed into electrically conductive films that can be utilised in EMI shielding and smart textile applications. Depending upon the technology can be transferred to industries. Besides, initial transfer fee of Rs.500000 or more, annual royalty at the rate of Rs.100000 per annum is expected. Identification of various grades of polyester that can be suitably mixed with CNT. Suitable method of mixing CNT inside the PET matrix. Suitable equipment (ultrasonic ator) for solution mixing process being procured. Utilised Rs.17.66 Lakhs  

29/10/2013

SASMIRA/011 Indigenous manufacturing of woven geo textiles for ground improvement using vertical drain technique 10/5/2006-CT-I
09/10/2007
24 Months 2,085,000 1,605,000 1,240,000 365,000 Improved technique for the soil settlement particularly for costal region. Depending upon the sucess of the field trails, the technology can be transferred to the industries. Besides initial transfer fee of Rs.5.00 lakh or more & annual royalty at the rate of Rs1.00 lakh per annum is expected. Final Project report submitted. Final Project report submitted.  Field trail as envisaged in the project proposal has not been carried out.The same has been communicated to MOT vide letter No.22 (32)/2010/TDS/33 dated 25.08.2010

09/10/2009

SASMIRA/012 Low cost upgradation of first generation imported shuttleless looms and indigeneous shuttlelooms for decentralised sector for enhanced productivity and quality 10/5/2006-CT-I
09/10/2007
18 Months 1,467,000 1,173,000 956,000 217,000 Upgradation will help the user to improve the efficiency and productivity with the existing machines. An investment of Rs.50,000/- per machine will lead to net profit of apprx.Rs 28,000/- per annum per loom while working with 200 rpm at 60 Pickes per Inch quality at an efficiency of 80 % for 26 days a months and producing cloth of having selling price of Rs 40/per meter. Therefore, the simple pay back is about one and half years for the investment for such upgradation. Final Project report submitted. Final Project report submitted.  Textile Commissioner observed the shortfall in the stated objectives and same has been communicated to MOT vide letter NO.22 (33)/5/2010/TDS/32 dated 23.08.2010

09/04/2009

SASMIRA/013 Developing fabrics with thermo regulatory properties using phase change materials (PCM) for speciality application. 10/5/2006-CT-I
09/10/2007
24 Months 2,131,000 1,705,000 1,389,000 316,000 Incorporating PCMs in the fabric structure would bring about value addition to the fabric. Such fafabrics would not only fetch better price in the market, but will also benifit the users by thier unique property. Depending upon the sucess of the field trails , effort would be undertaken to transfer the technology to relevant industry. The technology transfer would be at Rs 5.00 lakh, with royalty of Rs 1 lakh per year. Final project report submitted. Final Project report submitted.  

09/10/2009

 Name of the TRA : South Indian Textile Research Association
SITRA/001 Development of Bifurcated vascular grafts 10/10/2009-CT-I
24/09/2009
24 Months 4,100,000 3,800,000 2,660,000 1,140,000 Cost effective bifurcated vascular grafts for reparing the arteries are the blood vessels. The development will be licensed for commercial production and marketing the expected income for know-how fee is about Rs.3.00 Lakhs per month. Study and testing of imported samples completed. 160 denier polyester filament yarn procured and tested. Loom modification for double shuttle working for weaving bifurcated vascular grafts completed. One proto-type sample weaving has been completed. Development of crimping rod in progress. Bio-compatibility testing at Sree Chitra Tirunal for medical sciences and technology (SCTIMST), Trivandrum is in progress. SITRA is yet to furnish the information.  Project should have been completed by the end of Sept.2011. However, final report has been received in the month of Nov.2011

24/09/2011

SITRA/002 Development of speciality 3D compression Bandage for Lymphedema 10/10/2009-CT-I
24/09/2009
24 Months 2,500,000 2,100,000 1,470,000 630,000 3D short traction bandages with better thermo-physiological conditiion will be developed for patients with Lymphedema. Income generation out of these developments will b eknown only after the implementation of the project. 1.Samples of compressional bandage using texturised polyester filament were prepared, 2.Elastic bandages using Lycra blended with polyester prepared, 3.Elastic bandages using rubber thread materials blended with silver coated Nylon prepared, 4.Quality evaluation of the above bandages completed. SITRA is yet to furnish the information.  Project should have been completed by the end of Sept.2011. However, final report has been received in the month of Nov.2011.

24/09/2011

SITRA/003 Cut resistance technical fabrics using Spectra filament yarns 10/10/2009-CT-I
24/09/2009
24 Months 3,000,000 2,500,000 2,000,000 500,000 To produce protective fabrics, gloves, sports wear by using the cut resistance fibres, cut protection and puncture proof fabrics. Income generation out of these developments will be known only after the implementation of the project. 1. Procure spectra filament, 2. Design modifications were carried out in friction spinning to produce core yarns using diffrent combinations of spectra & lyra, 3.Five diffrent types of cut-resistant fabrics using core spun yarns were produced, such as; Spectra core yarn fabrics, Glass core yarn fabrics, Kevlar core yarn fabrics, Copper wire yarn fabrics, Lycra core yarn fabrics, Zylon core yarn fabrics, Dyneema core yarn fabrics. SITRA is yet to furnish the information.  project should have been completed by the end of Sept.2011. However, final report has been received in the month of Nov.2011.

24/09/2011

SITRA/004 Development of spunlaced Non-Woven Wound dressings using Bamboo fibres 10/10/2009-CT-I
16/12/2009
24 Months 3,200,000 3,060,000 1,836,000 1,224,000 Anti bacterial and odour absorbing wound dressing materail will be developed. Income generation out of these developments will be knownonly after the implementation of the project Procurement of Activate charcoal & polyamide 6 fibres completed 2) Incorporation of Anti microbial property into the activated charcoal completed 3) Evaluation of fluid handling capacity, water vapour permiability and skin friendliness of the wound dressing were completed. 4)Evaluation of the odour absorbing capacity of the wound care dressing is in progress. SITRA is yet to furnish the information.  

16/12/2011

SITRA/005 Development of spun silk garments made of Hollow yarn 10/10/2009-CT-I
24/09/2009
24 Months 2,800,000 2,300,000 1,840,000 460,000 The following properties will be improved by developing the spun silk fabrics are absorbency ,wickability,water vapour resistance, air permeability and thermal insulation The deveopment will be licensed for commercial production and marketing. the expected income for know-how fee is about Rs.2.00 Lakhs per month. Core spun yarns were spun using the spun silk as a core with three different sheath:Core ratio (80:20, 75:25 & 70:30) 2. The woven fabrics of plain weave with three different sheath: core ratios and normal spun silk fabrics were produced. 3. Property evaluations of these fabrics are in progress SITRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited.

24/09/2011

SITRA/006 Development of barbed,bidirectional surgical sutures 10/10/2009 -CT-I
16/12/2009
24 Months 3,000,000 2,885,000 1,730,000 1,155,000 A knotless absorbable monofilament suture that can be used incorporate hospitals & Poly Clinics Income generation out of these developments will be known only after the implementation of the project 1) SITRA has designed & fabricated an instrument to introduce barbs into the sutures 2) Barbed sutures were produced using the instrument developed by SITRA 3) Physical properties of barbed sutures evaluated 4)optimisation of spiral angle of suture has been completed 5) Animal implementation trails are in progress SITRA is yet to furnish the information.  

16/12/2011

SITRA/007 Controlled drug release on Chitosan coated cotton gauze 10/7/2010-TUFS
15/10/2010
24 Months 2,500,000 2,200,000 660,000 1,540,000 Controlled drug release cotton gauze will be developed. Income generation out of these developments will be known only after the implementation of the project. Different grades of chitosan polymers procured , Oxidation chemicals were also procured. quality evaluation of drug applied chitosan coated gauze fabrics has been completed. skin friendliness of the gauze fabric is in progress. SITRA is yet to furnish the information.  

15/10/2012

SITRA/008 Development of rotator cuff repair devices for scheduled reconstruction 10/7/2010-TUFS
15/10/2010
24 Months 5,000,000 4,800,000 1,440,000 3,360,000 Cost effective rotator cuff repairing device for shoulder reconstruction is to be developed. The development will be licensed for commercial production and marketing the expected income for know-how fee is abour Rs.300000 p.m. 1) small proto type sample of rotator cuff device were completed 2)Embriodery rotator cuff device using polyester multifilament yarns were completed 3) Embroidery rotator cuff repariying samples were developed by using Aramid, UHMWPE 4) Testing of samples are in progress. SITRA is yet to furnish the information.  

15/10/2012

SITRA/009 Development of special wound care dressing made of PVA/Chitosan and PVA Nitrate Nano membrane 10/7/2010-TUFS
15/10/2010
24 Months 3,000,000 2,400,000 720,000 1,680,000 Following properties will be improved for wound care products are antimicrobial fluid handling, odur control and anti flammatory Income generation out of these developments will be known only after the implementation of the project. 100% PVA, Chitosan, Silver nitrate polymers and their solvents were procured. Development of special wound care dressing are in progress.PVA/Chitosan nano membrane were produced. Evaluation of anti - inflammatory are in progress. SITRA is yet to furnish the information.  

15/10/2012

SITRA/010 Development of compression bandage pressure measurement system 10/7/2010-TUFS
15/10/2010
24 Months 5,000,000 4,550,000 1,365,000 3,185,000 Cost effective compression bandage pressure measurement system is to be developed The development will be licensed for commercial production and marketing the expected income for know-how fee is about Rs.3.00 lakh per month 1.Study of diffrent sensors are completed, 2.Sensor specifications arrived, 3.Procurement of sensor & fabrication of pressure measurement systems are in progress 4) Electronic items requried for fabrication of instrument were procured. procurement of sensors are in progress. SITRA is yet to furnish the information.  

15/10/2012

SITRA/012 Breathability of woven surgical gowns treated with nano finishes (anti microbial and blood repellent finishes) 10/10/2009-CT-I
24/09/2009
24 Months 3,000,000 2,500,000 1,750,000 750,000 Nano finish treated (antimicrobial and blood repellent) surgicl gowns will be developed breathability of the gowns will be maintained at level that are acceptable by operation theatre staff. The development will be licensed for commercial production and marketing. The expected income for know-how fee is about Rs.3.00 Lakhs per month. 1. Application of nano finish on cotton and p/c fabrics help to improve the breathability interms of water vapour resistance, air permiability and wicking as compared to fabrics treated with noraml finishes, 2.Nano finished fabrics generally exhibit better drapability, 3. Durability of nano finished fabrics is better than that of fabrics finished with normal chemicals, 4. Application of nano finishes on cotton and p/c fabrics is found effective in controlling the bacterial growth even after 50 home launderings, 5. Application of nano finished on p/c fabrics helps to maintain the liquid repellent property upto 50 home laundering. SITRA is yet to furnish the information.  Project should have been completed by the end of Sept.2011. However, final report has been received in the month of Nov.2011.

24/09/2011

 Name of the TRA : Tamilnadu Agriculture Universidy, Coimbatore
TAU/001 Standardisation packages, practices of organic cotton 6/17/2009-CT-I
15/02/2010
24 Months 2,400,000 2,400,000 720,000 1,680,000 1. To develop and validate the organic cotton production system by using principles of organic farming. 2.To assess the soil health dimensions of the value addition in the organic system. 3. Development and evaluation of non chemical pest and disease management modules etc. Not quantifyiable at this stage. Project monitoring committee headed by Jt.Tx.C (Cotton) is likely to verify the physical achievement shortly. Rs 8.65 lakh has been spent for F.Y 2010-11  

15/02/2012

 Name of the TRA : University of Agriculture Science, Dharwad
UAS/001 Development and standardisation of packages of practices for organic cotton production 6/17/2009-CT-I
15/02/2010
24 Months 2,478,000 2,478,000 743,000 1,735,000 1. To develop and validate the organic cotton production system by using principles of organic farming. 2.To assess the soil health dimensions of the value addition in the organic system. 3. Development and evaluation of non chemical pest and disease management modules etc Not quantifiable at present. Project monitoring committee has already submitted its evaluation report to MOT for the first year. Rs 7.43 lakhs has been utilised.  

15/02/2012

 Name of the TRA : Wool Research Association
WRA/001 Improvement of preloom process like scouring, spinning etc. for decentralised wool sector 10/13/2009-CT-I
04/09/2009
24 Months 2,456,000 2,456,000 982,000 1,474,000 1.Better utilisation of available wool resources, 2.Improvement in quality and asthetics of products, 3.Value addition and bettr returns to wool industry at the decentralised sector upto the level of wool growers Rs.2,00,000/-,per annum by consultancy and Rs.5,00,000/- by transfer of technology. WRA is yet to furnish the information. WRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited.

04/09/2011

WRA/002 Development of composite from coarse Indian wool for better utilisation 10/13/2009-CT-I
04/09/2009
24 Months 2,427,000 2,427,000 1,699,000 728,000 Various composites products for different end uses and solid laminated products would be produced The rural economy upliftment of wool growers is excepted to help national economy, also interms of product patent/manufacturing license, it is expected to generate usual royalty and technology transfer fees. WRA is yet to furnish the information. WRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited.

04/09/2011

WRA/003 To evolve a feasible alternative herbal washing treatment 10/13/2009-CT-I
04/09/2009
24 Months 2,156,000 2,156,000 862,000 1,294,000 1.Value added asthetics eco-friendly process for finishing of natural dyed carpets, 2. Workable method to control pollution and server chemical treatment during finishing of existing export oriented carpet industry Rs.3.00 Lakhs per year WRA is yet to furnish the information. WRA is yet to furnish the information.  Final report awaited

04/09/2011

WRA/004 To impart antimicrobial and feel fresh / odur less finishes to woollen carpets 10/9/2010-TUFS
09/11/2010
24 Months 3,160,000 1,848,000 554,000 1,294,000 Moth resist & odorless woollen carpets, which will give value addition to carpet segment & recognition of carpet as a brand. It will help the carpet industry and increase the export of carpets. The process/product to be developed will be patented, it is expected to generate adequate income from royalty and transfer of technology. Project on schedule Rs.5.54 lakhs released by MOT has been fully utilised  

09/11/2012

WRA/005 Enhancement of flame retardancy and soil repellenancy of wool through plasma technology 10/9/2010-TUFS
09/11/2010
24 Months 3,275,200 2,082,000 624,768 1,457,232 Project outcome will be the process of making woollen yarn inherently flame retardent & soil repellant & products will be developed using this wool The royalty and transfer of technology will generate adequate income. Project on schedule Rs.6.24 lakhs released by MOT has been fully utilised  

09/11/2012

WRA/006 To design a cost effective effluent treatment plan for the decentralised woollen and carpet sector 10/9/2010-TUFS
30/07/2010
24 Months 4,535,000 3,361,000 1,074,000 2,287,000 Design of effluent treatment plant would help the decentralised woollen and carpet sector for cost effective treatment Sucessful completion of the project would earn revenue from consultancy for implementation of the outcome of the project Project on schedule Rs.10.74 lakhs released by MOT has been fully utilised  

30/07/2012

WRA/007 Blind dyeing of polyester and wool and their blends for right first time and right every time vis-a-vis finishing of woollen product sfrom indian wool 10/13/2009
16/12/2009
24 Months 3,510,000 2,795,000 1,956,000 839,000 Blind dyeing process of polyester and wool and their blends fo rright fist time and right every time, finishing of worsted suiting will be established If implemented expected income from the research outcome is likely to be over Rs.5.00 Lakhs per year Project completed Rs.19.56 lakhs released by MOT has been fully utilised  

16/12/2011

WRA/008 Softening of coarse indian wools for better utilisation value added products with pilable feel and handle 10/13/2009-CT-I
16/12/2009
24 Months 2,456,000 1,897,000 1,327,000 570,000 Increased utilisation of indigenous coarse wool expected with the sucessful process outcome of softening by chemical modification of the structure from harsh and brittle to smooth aid pilable fibres. In terms of process patent/manufacturing license and consultancy, it is expected to generate usual royalty and technology transfer fees. Project completed Rs.13.27 lakhs released by MOT has been fully utilised  

16/12/2011

WRA/009 Surface topography finishing of indian wools and their products for imparting multiple functional properties by utilisation nano clay and ceramic inorganic powders with ultrasonic and plasma technolog 10/9/2010-TUFS
09/11/2010
24 Months 3,168,880 1,900,000 760,000 1,140,000 i. A method for improving indian wool fibre characteristics utilising ultrasonic energy as mechanical finishing aid in an eco-friendly way, ii. Increased utilisation of indian wools in newer fields due to the value added and functional properties imparted to them, iii. A method to prevent build up of static electricity in carpets along with deodorising, and antimicrobial properties by way of bentonite clay finishing in ultrasonic conditions or conventional finishing method In terms of process patent/manufacturing license, it is expected to generate substainable royalty and technological transfer fees Project on schedule Rs 7.60 lakhs released has been fully utilised  

09/11/2012

WRA/010 Developmen tof internet based colour matching facility for small and medium dye house in the decentralised sector of the country 10/9/2010-TUFS
30/07/2010
24 Months 7,520,000 6,661,000 4,000,000 2,661,000 An affordable internet based anytime anywhere color matching service for all registered users Rs.10-15 lakhs per year from dye house depending on size of operation (at least 15 dye houses are immediately expected to opt for) WRA members can get on regular basis based on fixed usage fees per year Project on schedule Rs.40.00 Lakhs released by MOT has been fully utilised  

30/07/2012