BOOKS
1. R.Rathinamoorthy and Dr.P.Senthilkumar,Studies on denim processing effluent – a case study on textile effluent, Lambert Academic Publication, Germany., 978-3-659-10409-1. 2012
2. R.Rathinamoorthy & R.Surjit, Apparel Machinery and Equipment, Woodhead Publications India Pvt Ltd, India, 2015. ISBN: 978-9380308593, 336 pages. INR: 2995.
3. R.Surjit, R.Rathinamoorthy & K.J.Visnu Vardhini , ERP for Textile and Apparel industry, Woodhead Publications India Pvt Ltd, India, 2016. ISBN: 9789385059025 286 Pages, INR: 2695.
4. T.Karthik, C.Prabha Karan and R.Rathinamoorthy, Non-woven – Process,Structure, Properties and Applications, Woodhead publishing Pvt Ltd, India, April 2016. ISBN : 9789385059124, 358 Pages, INR: 3295.
5.R.Rathinamoorthy & R.Surjit, Apparel Merchandising, Woodhead publishing Pvt Ltd, India, Dec 2017, ISBN -9789385059322, 382 Pages, INR:3695.
6. Muthu, Subramanian Senthilkannan, Rathinamoorthy, R. (2021), Bacterial Cellulose - Sustainable Material for Textiles, In Book Series: Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry, Springer Singapore, Pp. 1 - 160. ISBN: 978-981-15-9580-6. DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-9581-3. Price: Rs. 9775
7. R. Rathinamoorthy, G. Thilagavathi, Edited a Book on: Odour in Textiles: Generation and Control, CRC Press, Taylor and Francis, USA. 16.3.2022. Page 1-312. ISBN: 9781003141426. Price: Rs. 19, 100. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003141426
8. R. Rathinamoorthy, S. Raja Balasaraswathi, Microfiber Pollution , Part of the book series: Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry (STPPMC), Springer Nature, Springer Singapore. 1 - 243, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4185-6. Published online 14th Aug 2022. (Price - Rs. 11,423)
9. R. Rathinamoorthy, M. Senthilkumar, Elastane in Sports and Medical Textiles, CRC Press, Taylor and Francis, USA. Page 1 - 162. https://doi.org/10.1201/9780429094804. Published on 04th Feb 2023. (Price - Rs. 14,000)
10. R. Rathinamoorthy, R. Surjit and K. J. Vishnu vardhini, Handbook of Textiles and Apparel costing, Wood head Publishing India Pvt Ltd. New Delhi, India. Page 1 - 684. Published on 20th May 2023. (Price - Rs. 5495). ISBN: 9788196148911
11. R. Rathinamoorthy, S. Raja Balasaraswathi, Eds. Microfibre Pollution from Textiles: Research Advances and Mitigation Strategies, Textile Institute Book Series, Taylor and Francis and CRC Press, UK. Page 1 - 468. Published on 30th April 2024. ISBN: 9781003331995 . https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003331995
BOOK CHAPTERS
1. T.Karthik, R.Rathinamoorthy & P.Ganesan, Sustainable Luxury Natural Fibres–Production, Properties and Prospects, M.A. Gardetti and S.S. Muthu (eds.), Handbook of Sustainable Luxury Textiles and Fashion, Vol 1, Springer verlog. Pp. 59-98. DOI 10.1007/978-981-287-633-1_4. Aug 2015. ISBN 978-981-287-633-1
2. T.Karthik & Mr.R.Rathinamoorthy, Recycling andReuse of Textile Effluent Sludge, S.S. Muthu (ed.), Environmental Implications of Recycling and Recycled Products, Pp 213-258. DOI 10.1007/978-981-287-643-0_9. Oct 2015. ISBN: 978-981-287-643-0
3. R.Rathinamoorthy, In-vitro antibacterial properties anddyeing ability of Punica Granutum Lrind extract for healthcare textile, Utilisation and Management of Medicinal Plants Vol. 3, Chapter 26, Pp 361 -378. Daya/Astral Publishing House, Delhi. 2016. ISBN: 9789351247050
4. R.Surjit, K.J.Vishnuvardhini and R.Rathinamoorthy, Development of Mosquito Repellent Fabric Using Leuca Indica leavesExtracts,Utilisation and Management of Medicinal Plants Vol. 3, Chapter 27, Pp 379 -398. Daya/ Astral Publishing House, Delhi. 2016. ISBN: 9789351247050
5. R.Rathinamoorthy, T. Karthik, "Chemicals and Effluent Treatments in denim Processing", in Sustainability in Denim., Edited by Subramanian Senthilkannan muthu, The Textile Institute Book Series, Vol.1, Chapter 8, pp.197-234, Elsevier, Woodhead Publishing, UK, 2017. ISBN: 9780081020432. Aug 2017.
6. T. Karthik, R.Rathinamoorthy, "Sustainable silk production", in Sustainable Fibres and Textiles,., Edited by Subramanian Senthilkannan muthu, The Textile Institute Book Series, Chapter 6, pp.135-170, Elsevier, Woodhead Publishing, UK, 2017. ISBN: 978-0-08-102041-8, https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-08-102041-8.00006-8. Aug 2017.
7. T. Karthik, R.Rathinamoorthy, "Sustainable synthetic fibre production", in Sustainable Fibres and Textiles,., Edited by Subramanian Senthilkannan muthu, The Textile Institute Book Series, Chapter 8, pp.1915-240, Elsevier, Woodhead Publishing, UK, 2017. ISBN: 978-0-08-102041-8, https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-08-102041-8.00008-1. Aug 2017.
8.T.Karthik and R.Rathinamoorthy, Bioremediation of Textile Effluents, Book: Bioremediation: Current Research and Applications, IK International Publishers, New Delhi. 2017. ISBN:9789385909603. Pp.359-406. Aug 2017.
9. R.Rathinamoorthy, M.Parthiban, "Colored Cotton: Novel Eco-Friendly Textile Material for the Future", in Handbook of Ecomaterials., Edited by Dr. Leticia Myriam Torres Martínez, Dr. Oxana Vasilievna Kharissova, Dr. Boris Ildusovich Kharisov, Springer International Publishing - Springer Nature, Dec 2017- Jan 2018. DOI:10.1007/978-3-319-48281-1_91-1. (Sep 2017 - in online)
10. R.Rathinamoorthy, R.Surjit, T.Karthik, " Clothing Swap: Gateway to Sustainable Eco-friendly Fashion", in Handbook of Ecomaterials., Edited by Dr. Leticia Myriam Torres Martínez, Dr. Oxana Vasilievna Kharissova, Dr. Boris Ildusovich Kharisov, Springer International Publishing - Springer Nature, Dec 2017- Jan 2018.. Doi:10.1007/978-3-319-48281-1_63-1. (Oct 2017 - in online)
11. T.Karthik and R.Rathinamoorthy, "Sustainable Biopolymers in Textiles: An Overview", in Handbook of Ecomaterials., Edited by Dr. Leticia Myriam Torres Martínez, Dr. Oxana Vasilievna Kharissova, Dr. Boris Ildusovich Kharisov, Springer International Publishing - Springer Nature, Dec 2017- Jan 2018.. Doi:10.1007/978-3-319-48281-1_53-1 (Nov, 2017 - in online)
Print ISBN - 978-3-319-48281-1
12. R.Rathinamoorthy, “Sustainable Apparel Production from Recycled Fabric Waste” in Book, Sustainable Innovations in Recycled Textiles., Edited by SS Muthu, Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd, ISBN: 978-981-10-8514-7, 10.1007/978-981-10-8515-4.
13. R.Rathinamoorthy, Consumer awareness on Sustainable fashion, In: Muthu S. (eds) Sustainable Fashion: Consumer Awareness and Education. Textile Science and Clothing Technology. Springer, Singapore. DOI: 10.1007/978-981-13-1262-5_1, Pp 1-36, July 2018.( https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-981-13-1262-5)
14. R.Rathinamoorthy, Prof. S.Rajendran, Regulatory bodies and their roles associated with wound dressings, In Book: Advanced Textiles for Wound Care- 2nd Edition by Prof. S.Rajendran (Ed), Elsevier-Woodhead publisher, 26th September 2018. ISBN: eBook : 9780081021934, Paperback: 9780081021927. Pages 423-461. DOI: 10.1016/B978-0-08-102192-7.00015-1
15. R Rathinamoorthy, Circular fashion, In Book: Circular Economy in Textiles and Apparel - Processing, Manufacturing, and Design, The Textile Institute Book Series, Editor(s): Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu, Woodhead Publishing, 2019, Pages 13-48, ISBN 9780081026304, https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-08-102630-4.00002-9.
16. R.Rathinamoorthy, Zero Defects in Woven Shirt Manufacturing: Application of Six Sigma Methodology Based on DMAIC Tools, In Book: Zero Waste: Management Practices for Environmental Sustainability: Management Practices for Environmental Sustainability. Editor(s): Ashok K. Rathoure. CRC Press. August 30, 2019, pp. ISBN 9780429059247 Price:INR 9975.00
17 Rathinamoorthy R. (2020) Clothing Disposal and Sustainability. In: Muthu S., Gardetti M. (eds) Sustainability in the Textile and Apparel Industries. Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry. Springer, Cham, Page: 89 - 120. DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-38532-3_6. March 2020. ISBN:978-3-030-38531-6
18. Rathinamoorthy R. (2020), Sustainable Clothing Designs for Fashion: Design Strategies and Its Implementation Possibilities, In: Muthu S., Gardetti M. (eds). Sustainability in the Textile and Apparel Industries: Sustainable Textiles, Clothing Design and Repurposing, Springer, Cham. Page:127-161. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-37929-2. ISBN: 978-3-030-37928-5. April 2020.
19. Rathinamoorthy R., Kiruba T. (2020) Bacterial Cellulose—A Sustainable Alternative Material for Footwear and Leather Products. In: Muthu S. (eds) Leather and Footwear Sustainability. Textile Science and Clothing Technology.Springer, Singapore. https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-15-6296-9_5 (August 2020 Online)
20. Rathinamoorthy R. (2021) Slow Fashion—Mindset and Acceptability Among Indian College Students of Tamil Nadu. In: Matthes A., Beyer K., Cebulla H., Arnold M.G., Schumann A. (eds) Sustainable Textile and Fashion Value Chains. Springer, Cham. pp 297 - 323. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-22018-1_17 (Published online on 25Oct2020
21. S. Raja Balasaraswathi and R.Rathinamoorthy, ‘Effect of Textile Parameters on Microfiber Shedding Properties of Textiles’ in Book: Microplastic Pollution, S. S. Muthu (ed.), Microplastic Pollution, Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-0297-9_1
22. R.Rathinamoorthy, S. Raja Balasaraswathi, ‘Domestic Laundry and Microfiber Shedding of Synthetic Textiles’ in Book: Microplastic Pollution, S. S. Muthu (ed.), Microplastic Pollution, Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-0297-9_1
23. Rathinamoorthy R., Prathiba Devi R. (2021) Societal Sustainability of Handloom Sector in Tamil Nadu—A Case Study. In: Gardetti M.Á., Muthu S.S. (eds) Handloom Sustainability and Culture. Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-5272-1_7
24. Ingun Grimstad Klepp, Kirsi Laitala, R Rathinamoorthy, The Consumer Perception of Odour, In Book: Odour in Textiles: Generation and Control, CRC Press, Taylor and Francis, USA. 16.3.2022. Page 1 - 13. ISBN: 9781003141426. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003141426
25. R. Rathinamoorthy, G. Thilagavathi, Axillary Odour Formation and Retention: The Role of Textiles Fibers and Fabric Structure. In Book: Odour in Textiles: Generation and Control, CRC Press, Taylor and Francis, USA. 16.3.2022. Page 57 - 77. ISBN: 9781003141426. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003141426
26. R. Rathinamoorthy, G. Thilagavathi, Herbal Antibacterial Agents as Odour Control Finish in Textiles, In Book: Odour in Textiles: Generation and Control, CRC Press, Taylor and Francis, USA. 16.3.2022. Page 117. ISBN: 9781003141426
27. R. Rathinamoorthy, G. Thilagavathi, Textile and Other Odours: A Focus on Third-hand Smoke and Laundry Odour, In Book: Odour in Textiles: Generation and Control, CRC Press, Taylor and Francis, USA. 16.3.2022. Page 117. ISBN: 9781003141426
28. S. Raja Balasaraswathi and R. Rathinamoorthy, "Synthetic Textile and Microplastic Pollution: An Analysis on Environmental and Health Impact" in book: Sustainable Approaches in Textiles and Fashion - Circular economy and microplastic pollution, Edited by Dr. S. S. Muthu, Part of the Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry book series (STPPMC). Page 1-20, April 15th 2022. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0530-8. ISBN: 978-981-19-0530-8 (E book)
29. R. Rathinamoorthy, "Medical textiles: materials, applications, features, and recent advancements" in book: Smart and Functional Textiles, Edited by DBapan Adak and Samrat Mukhopadhyay. Berlin, Boston: De Gruyter, 2023, pp. 533-590. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110759747-013 . Published by De Gruyter, ISBN: 9783110759723
30. R. Rathinamoorthy, L. Suvitha, S. Raja Balasaraswathi, (2023). Sustainable Technologies and Materials for Future Fashion. In: Muthu, S.S. (eds) Novel Sustainable Process Alternatives for the Textiles and Fashion Industry. Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-35451-9_5. Published online: 27 August 2023. ISBN: 978-3-031-35450-2
30. R. Rathinamoorthy, S. Raja Balasaraswathi, (2024). An Introduction to Microfiber Pollution. In: . Rathinamoorthy, S. Raja Balasaraswathi, Eds. Microfibre Pollution from Textiles: Research Advances and Mitigation Strategies, Textile Institute Book Series, Taylor and Francis and CRC Press, UK. Page 1 - 40. Published on 30th April 2024. ISBN: 9781003331995 .
31. R. Rathinamoorthy, K. Rajesh kumar (2025). Unlocking Sustainable Colour: Phycocyanin Pigments for Eco-Friendly Textile Dyeing, In: Muthu, S.S. (eds) Sustainable Coloration of Textiles. Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-91217-7_4
CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS (EDITED)
Proceedings of the International conference on "Sustainability in Fashion Design and Manufacturing (SIFDM) - 2021", Editors: R. Rathinamoorthy, P. Kandhavadivu, V. Parthasarathi and R. Surjit. Published by Walnut Publications, New Delhi, 2021. eISBN: 978-93-5574-045-8
2. Proceedings of the second International conference on "Sustainability in Fashion Design and Manufacturing (SIFDM) - 2023", Editors: R. Rathinamoorthy, R. Surjit and P. Kandhavadivu, Published by Walnut Publications, New Delhi, 2024. eISBN: 978-93-5911-522-1