Dr.K.Mani

Dr.K.MANI

Qualification: M.Tech., Ph.D

Designation: Associate Professor – Fashion Technology

Department: Fashion Technology

Experience: Teaching – 19 Years, Industry – 4 Years

Official Mail ID: manikrishnan@sonatech.ac.in

Journal Publication Conference Publication Book Publication Research Projects Patent Membership Research IDs Awards & Recognitions

Journal Publications

  1. Mani, K., Udaya Krithika, S. M., and M. R. Karthikeyan. Utilizing Eco-friendly Microbes in Enzyme Softening Treatment on Denim Fabrics. Asian Dyer, vol. 4, no. 25, Mar. 2025.
  2. Mani, K., and S. M. Udaya Krithika. Characterization of Novel Natural Cellulosic Fibres from Areca Fruit Husk for Potential Reinforcement in Polymer Composite. Sasmira, vol. 3, no. 2, Feb. 2025, p. 65.
  3. Karthikeyan, M. R., Raja, D., Mani, K., and S. M. Udaya Krithika. Antibacterial Evaluation of Cotton Fabric Treated with Clove and Coconut Oil Finish: A Natural and Sustainable Approach. Man-Made Textiles in India, Nov. 2024, pp. 436–440.
  4. Udaya Krithika, S. M., and K. Mani. Testing Lubrication Properties of CAC Treated and Non-treated Denim Fabric Samples. Asian Dyer, vol. 7, no. 55, July 2024, pp. 85–89.
  5. Udaya Krithika, S. M., and K. Mani. Development of Needle Punched Non-woven Mulch Mat for Weed Suppression. Journal of Textile Association, July 2024.
  6. Sheebamercy, D., Annapoorani, S. G., Krithika, S. M. U., and K. Mani. Development of Needle Punched Non-woven Mulch Mat for Weed Suppression. Journal of the Textile Association, vol. 85, no. 2, July–Aug. 2024.
  7. Sivakumar, K., Saravanan, D., Mani, K., Krithika, S. M., Saravanan, K., and C. Prakash. Antimicrobial, UV-repellent and Comfort Properties of Various Herbal Treated Fabrics. Indian Journal of Fibre & Textile Research, vol. 49, no. 1, 2024.
  8. Karthikeyan, M. R., Ramesh, D., Mani, K., Krithika, S. M. U., and D. Raja. Development and Evaluation of Hydrophobic Antimicrobial Face Mask Fabric. Asian Dyer, vol. 23, no. 1, 2024, pp. 35–40.
  9. Zakria, G. M., Hemavarthini, S., Santhanam, S., Krithika, U. S. M., Dharaga Selvi, S. V., and K. Mani. Moisture Management Properties of Bi-layer Knitted Fabrics for Sportswear. Asian Textile Journal, Oct.–Nov. 2023, p. 34.
  10. Mahalakshmi, V., Pachiayappan, K. M., Krithika, S. M. Udaya, Mani, K., and C. Prakash. Influence of Fabric Structure and Loop Length on Thermal Comfort Properties of Cotton/Polyester Knitted Fabrics. Indian Journal of Fibre & Textile Research, vol. 48, no. 4, 2023, pp. 425–431.
  11. Krithika, S. M., Oviya, R., Mohanbharathi, C., Thamaraiselvan, V., and K. Mani. Ultraviolet Finishes for Textile Material with Red Rice Extract. Asian Textile Journal, 2022, p. 42.
  12. Bharathi, C., Anitha, S., Karthikeyan, G., Karthikeyan, T., Kumar, G. A., Krithika, S. M., Mani, K., and Nivetha, S. Study and Development of Sericin-treated Spun Lace Fabric for Wound Healing. Asian Textile Journal, vol. 31, no. 11, 2022.
  13. Krithika, S. M., Mani, K., Raja, D., Karthikeyan, M. R., Pearlin, S., and Moushika. Study of Fashion Brand Outlets and Review of Fashion Brands. Asian Textile Journal, Dec. 2022.
  14. Mani, K., Krithika, S. M., Krishna, K., Bharathi, M., and G. K. Study on Influence of Count and Stitch Length on Areal Density of Weft Knitted Fabrics. Asian Textile Journal, June–July 2022.
  15. Mekala, N., Gobinath, R., Varadharaj, R., Ramasamy, K., Sivakumar, K., and K. Mani. Dual Finish on Cotton and Polyester/Cotton Blends. Asian Textile Journal, 2022, pp. 30–33.
  16. Mani, K., Krithika, S. M., Kumar, G. A., Vikaas, S., Sinduja, R., Tendulkar, R., and H. M. Thanveer. Investigation of the Physical Properties and Acoustic Performance of Composites Developed from Natural Fibres. AATCC Journal of Research, vol. 9, no. 4, 2022, pp. 213–220.
  17. Kalaiselvi, E., Pachiyappan, K. M., Mani, K., Jayakumari, M., and C. Prakash. Study of Moisture Management Properties of Bamboo, Wool and Cotton Trilayer Knitted Fabrics. Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering & Technology, vol. 41, no. 4, 2022, pp. 69–73.
  18. Krithika, S. M., Udaya, Mani, K., Bhavadharani, A., and S. Deepadharshini. A Review on Coffee Ground Fibre and Its Eco-friendly Nature. Asian Textile Journal, Nov. 2021, p. 39.
  19. Mani, K., Kanimozhi, J., Arunkumar, G., Oviya, R., Nityasree, S., Sonalisri, M., and A. M. Jeeva. Upcycling of Pre and Post Consumer Textile Waste. Asian Textile Journal, Oct. 2021.
  20. Prakash, C., Pachayappan, K. M., Vidya, T., Kubera Sampath Kumar, S., Rajwin, A. Jebastin, Balaji, J., and K. Mani. Supply Chain Management in the Apparel Industry. Asian Textile Journal, vol. 1, Feb. 2021, pp. 57–59.
  21. Varadharaj, R., Gobinath, R., Mani, K., and C. Prakash. Effect of UV Protection Using Natural Finishing on Cotton and Viscose Fabrics. Asian Textile Journal, Feb. 2021, pp. 33–35.
  22. Kanimozhi, D. D. R., Mani, K., and M. Jesima. Weaves of Tamil Nadu. Asian Textile Journal, 2021, pp. 34–39.
  23. Mani, K., Raja, D., and S. S. Suresh. Development of Assistive Technology to Operate Industrial Grade Sewing Machines for Differently-abled Persons. Indian Journal of Fibre & Textile Research, vol. 44, no. 3, 2019, pp. 314–320.
  24. Raja, D., Senthilkumar, M., and K. Mani. Novel Device for Evaluating Sweat Evaporation Characteristics of Woven and Knitted Fabrics. Indian Journal of Fibre & Textile Research, vol. 42, no. 4, 2017, pp. 407–412.
  25. Mani, K., Prakash, C., Keerthana, S., and G. Ramakrishnan. An Investigation of the Relationship between Blend Ratio, Linear Density and Loop Length on Geometrical and Air Permeability Properties of Bamboo Cotton Knitted Fabrics. International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education, vol. 1, no. 7, 2015.
  26. Mani, K., and V. Sivakumar. Chemical Protective Clothing. Man-Made Textiles in India, vol. 39, no. 6, 2011, pp. 5–10.

Conference Publications

International Conferences

  1. Mani, K., D. Raja, and G. Gunasekaran. "Novel Device to Measure Sweat Evaporation Characteristics of Woven and Knitted Fabrics." Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Industrial Textiles – Products, Applications and Prospects, 22–23 Aug. 2014, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore.
  2. Mani, K., T. Vidya, and S. Chinnadurai. "Crease Recovery Finish for Cotton Fabric Using Vegetable Oil." Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Emerging Trends in Textile Industry – New Innovations, 13–14 Aug. 2015, SSM College of Engineering, Komarapalayam.
  3. Raja, D., K. Mani, G. Gunasekaran, and S. Suresh. "Development of Automated Sewing Machine for Physically Challenged Person." Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Industrial Textiles – Products, Applications and Prospects (Indutech 2016), 26–27 Aug. 2016, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore.

National Conference

  1. Mani, K., D. Raja, G. Gunasekaran, and S. Suresh. "Design and Development of Modified Sewing Machine for Differently Abled Persons in Industry 4.0." Proceedings of the Conference at Institute of Engineers (India) and Sona College of Technology, 21–22 Sept. 2017.

Research Projects

  1. Raja, D., K. Mani, and S. S. Suresh. Promoting Independence and Empowerment for Locomotor Disabled Individuals through Assistive Sewing Technology. DST, TIDE–SEED, 20 May 2025 – ongoing.
  2. Raja, D., and K. Mani. Grant-in-aid for Education, Training and Skill Development of National Technical Textiles Mission. NTTM, Nov. 2023 – present.
  3. Usha, M., and K. Mani. Sewing Machine for Differently Abled Women. DST, Rural Women Technology Park, 5 Jan. 2017 – 5 Jan. 2020.
  4. Raja, D., and K. Mani. Modification of Industrial Grade Sewing Machine for Differently Abled Persons. DST, IDP Scheme, 4 Jan. 2016 – 3 Jan. 2018.

Patents

Patent Granted

  1. Patent no. 395112: Modification of Industrial Grade Sewing Machine to Make It User Friendly for Differently Abled Persons.
  2. Patent no. 201841044569: An Assistive Electronic Device to Operate Sewing Machine Thereof.

Patent Filed

  1. Microbial Resistance Dish Wash Scrubber, File no. 202241060945.
  2. Biologically Processed Leather and Methods of Preparing Bio-leather Materials, File no. 202241006777.
  3. Modification of Button Sewing Machine for Locomotor Disabled Person, File no. 202241067142.
  4. A Composition for Manufacturing Eco-friendly Bricks Made from Textile Waste, File no. 202441049474.
  5. A Process for Developing Biodegradable Sanitary Napkin with Enhanced Absorbency and Antimicrobial, File no. 202441049475.
  6. A Touch Sensor Based Assistive Device for Special Sewing Machines, File no. 202441011421.
  7. Development of Wearable Haptic Hand-device for Differently Abled People to Operate Industrial Sewing, File no. 201941037136.
  8. A Method for Preparing a Therapeutic Bedspread Using Non-woven Textile and Bioactive Plant Extracts, File no. 202541043335.
  9. A Method for Preparing Biodegradable Composite Pots Using Recycled Textile Waste, File no. 202541037888.
  10. Integration of Solar Power Generator into Road Construction Work Wear, File no. 202541058766.

Memberships

  • IEI Member
  • ISTE Member

Researcher IDs

  • Orcid ID: 0000-0003-0460-2079
  • Scopus ID: 57206213108
  • Researcher ID: C-5114-2019
  • Google Scholar ID: rVFo4dsAAAAJ