Abstract
Integration of sustainable textiles into aircraft design is promoted in order to increase sustainability goals of aviation industry. Textiles used for aircraft interior design not only pose threats to sustainable aims, but also create opportunities. This paper aims to draw the attention to utilize sustainable textiles for ecodesign of aircraft interiors. It also highlights the deficiency and opportunities regarding sustainable textile use for interior parts of the aircraft. The paper states that the environmental impact is created by both aviation and textile industries in a common perspective. The paper also provides examples from sustainable interior design initiatives of automotive industry. The compiled database provides general information about ecodesign approaches and integration of sustainable textiles into aircrafts. Flowingly, a brief summary of the environmental policies are referred.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Sustainable Aviation |
| Subtitle of host publication | Energy and Environmental Issues |
| Publisher | Springer International Publishing |
| Pages | 27-35 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9783319341811 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9783319341798 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2016 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© Springer International Publishing Switzerland 2016.
Keywords
- Aircrafts
- Aviation
- Ecodesign approaches
- Sustainable textiles
