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Airborne contamination control is a critical concern in environments such as healthcare facilities, cleanrooms, laboratories, and industrial settings where particulate matter and microbial transmission can significantly impact human health and product integrity. Fabric materials used in garments, filters, and interior applications play a crucial role in influencing the transport and retention of airborne contaminants. This study investigates the influence of fabric construction parameters—including weave type, yarn count, thread density, porosity, and fiber composition—on airborne contamination levels. The objective is to establish a correlation between fabric structural characteristics and their ability to either inhibit or facilitate the transmission of particulate and microbial contaminants.
Experimental analysis was conducted using woven and nonwoven fabrics with varying construction parameters. Air permeability, particle filtration efficiency, and microbial barrier properties were evaluated under controlled laboratory conditions. The results demonstrate that tighter fabric constructions with higher thread density and finer yarns exhibit reduced air permeability and enhanced filtration efficiency. Nonwoven fabrics, particularly those with electrostatic properties, showed superior performance in trapping airborne particles. However, comfort parameters such as breathability were inversely affected by increased density.
The findings highlight the importance of optimizing fabric construction for specific applications to balance protection and comfort. This case study contributes to the development of improved textile materials for contamination control in critical environments.

AMIN HIRENBHAI NAVINBHAI, “Influence of Fabric Construction on Airborne Contamination Levels in Cleanroom Environments”, International Journal of Advance Engineering and Research Development (IJAERD), Vol. 13, Issue 4, pp. 28-32, April 2026.