The textile industry has seen significant growth in value-added products through the implementation of innovative technologies. In the finishing process, one of the crucial concepts is the surface modification of fabric. Fabric surface modification is achieved through various methods, including plasma treatment, enzymes, nano-finish, and now, microwave radiation. This technique aims to modify the properties of fabrics, and research has been conducted on wool and polyester using microwave radiation.

Following microwave radiation treatment, these fabrics exhibit improvements in various properties, including dyeability, exhaustion, color fastness, wash fastness, color yield in dyeing, fixation, breaking strength, and orientation angle. Microwave radiation is also employed for e-control of processing. This method is considered both cost-effective and environmentally friendly compared to traditional chemical finishing processes. Numerous ongoing research works are exploring the application of microwave radiation for a wide range of fabrics.

In this project, cotton and rayon fabrics with standard specifications for regular use will be procured. These fabrics will undergo microwave treatment at different power levels and for varying durations. The treated and untreated samples will then be subjected to testing to compare their properties. The results will be consolidated and analyzed to determine the optimal power level and treatment duration at which cotton and rayon samples exhibit improved performance. This paper will provide the final results, including the optimum process parameters for microwave treatment and details of the properties enhanced in the samples.