Metikala Rajesh

Textile Technology Innovator | Deep Thinker | Tech Enthusiast

Explore My Fabric

The Philosophy

I am driven by a deep curiosity to understand how things work at their core. I am not just interested in manufacturing what already exists; my passion lies in creating the new. My core interests reside in technical textiles and the complex science of dyeing and chemical processing.

As a tech enthusiast who values privacy and champions open-source ecosystems (Linux, Android), I bring a unique, analytical troubleshooting mindset to textile engineering. Whether I am diving deep into the physical properties of fibers or solving a mechanical issue on a loom, I am an independent problem-solver who enjoys mastering complex subjects.

Core Pillars

  • Avid Reader of Textile Literature (Morton, Gohl)
  • Deep-Dive Analytical Learning
  • Open-Source Tech Enthusiast
  • Multilingual (Telugu, Hindi, English, Tamil)

Academic & Technical Foundation

B.Tech in Textile Technology

Kumaraguru College of Technology (KCT) | 3rd Year (Expected 2026)

Diploma in Handloom & Textile Tech.

IIHT Venkatagiri (Tirupati, AP)

Machinery & Hardware

Proficient with Handlooms and Powerlooms. Extensive exposure to Airjet and Rapier weaving systems.

Software & Tech

Auto Fusion, DaVinci Resolve, Microsoft 365, RD Words. Strong OS troubleshooting (Linux, Windows, Android).

Projects & Industrial Exposure

Portable Thermal Sleeping Bag (Current R&D)

Forge, KCT Tech Park: Currently developing a durable, lightweight, focused portable thermal sleeping bag, applying technical textile principles to functional product design.

Chirala Handloom Weaver Advocacy

Field Research: Immersed in the Chirala handloom community for 4 days to understand intricate weaving techniques and document the socio-economic challenges faced by weavers to report to the government.

Advanced Manufacturing & Testing

Indutech PSG & LMW Coimbatore: Gained hands-on insights into textile testing protocols for certifications (masks, wipes) and observed advanced manufacturing processes including Airjet and Rapier looms.

Regional Textile Clusters

Industrial Visits: Conducted comprehensive study visits to Sri City Tada, Nagari textiles, and Venkatagiri handlooms to understand diverse production scales and techniques.

Let's Connect

I am currently preparing for my Master's in Textile Technology to further deepen my expertise. I am always open to discussing technical textiles, open-source tech, or innovative ideas.

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Weaving the future...