- Description
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Zephlinear Ltd is a pioneering textile innovation company and the inventor of FOYSE® Technology — Fibre on Yarn Surface Entanglement — the world’s first patented process to manufacture noninterlaced textiles, representing a fourth category of textile construction beyond woven, knitted, and nonwoven.
At the intersection of design, engineering, and sustainability, Zephlinear is transforming how we understand and use fabric. FOYSE® fabrics are lighter, more breathable, and resistant to fraying and delamination. They can be engineered from natural, recycled, or functional fibres without the need for mesh backers or water-intensive processes.
With applications spanning wearables, sportswear, automotive, interiors, and defence, Zephlinear enables high-performance textile solutions that meet the growing demand for sustainable, adaptable, and scalable materials.
Driven by research, protected by international patents, and recognised with awards including Best Paper at SPWID, Zephlinear continues to redefine the future of fabric — one fibre at a time.
- Number of employees
- 2 - 10 employees
- Company website
- https://www.zephlinear.com
- Industries
- Advanced manufacturing Airlines, aviation & aerospace Apparel & fashion Arts Automotive
- Representation
- Minority-Owned Women-Owned Small Business Employee-Owned
Recent projects
Market Research on Sustainable Lightweight Textiles for Function and Fashion
Zephlinear Ltd is developing ultra-light, sustainable textiles with technical and aesthetic versatility. This project will help assess market demand across fashion and functional applications (e.g., activewear, technical garments, or soft accessories). Students will research market size, target demographics, competitor offerings, and trends that align with FOYSE-based innovation.
Textile Design Simulation Platform Using FOYSE
Zephlinear Ltd seeks to innovate the textile design process by developing a platform that allows users to draw and simulate textile designs using the FOYSE process. The FOYSE process is a unique method that enhances the creativity and efficiency of textile design. The goal of this project is to create a user-friendly platform that integrates design tools and simulation capabilities, enabling designers to visualize and refine their textile patterns in real-time. This project will provide learners the opportunity to apply their knowledge of software development, user interface design, and textile technology. The platform should be intuitive, allowing users to easily navigate through design options and simulate the effects of different textile patterns. The project will focus on creating a prototype that demonstrates the core functionalities of the platform, ensuring it meets the needs of textile designers.
Digital Marketing Strategy to Promote the FOYSE Knowledge Library
The Institute of FOYSE Technology (TioFT), founded by Dr. Sonia Reynolds, is a platform dedicated to research, material development, and education on noninterlaced textile systems. TioFT houses the FOYSE Knowledge Library—a collection of ten modules designed to educate and engage academia and industry. This project challenges students to design a targeted digital marketing campaign to promote the FOYSE Knowledge Library to academic researchers, design schools, and innovation hubs.
Visual Communication Design for the FOYSE Textile System
Zephlinear Ltd’s FOYSE® Technology introduces a new class of noninterlaced textiles. While the underlying material science is innovative, it remains challenging to communicate visually to audiences unfamiliar with textile engineering. This project invites design students to create a clear, engaging visual communication system to represent the structure, process, and potential applications of FOYSE. The outcome will help designers, students, and innovation hubs understand how FOYSE works—without needing technical or engineering expertise.