Understanding Textiles

by Collier, Billie J.; Bide, Martin; Tortora, Phyllis G.

• ISBN13: 9780131187702
• ISBN10: 0131187708
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-01-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

This book helps readersunderstandhow the components of textiles-fiber, yarn, fabric, dye, and finish-contribute to the performance of products for specific end uses. With a focus on thewhybehind the material, it encourages students to understand and predict textile properties and performance. This edition emphasizes the global environment and offers separate chapters in fiber properties; fabrics and structures; and nonwoven fabrics. Finishes are now separated into two chapters (physical/mechanical finishes and chemical finishes) andTake a Closerlook sections bring an in-depth perspective to select chapter topics.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Introduction

Textile Fibers

Fiber Properties

Natural Cellulosic Fibers

Protein Fibers

Manufactured Cellulosic Fibers

Nylon and Aramid Fibers

Polyester Fibers

Acrylic and Modacrylic Fibers

Olefin Fibers

Elastomeric Fibers

High-Performance and Specialty Fibers

Yarn Structures

Manufacturing Yarns

Fabrics and Related Structures

Woven Fabrics

The Weaves

Knitted Fabrics

Nonwoven Fabrics

Other Fabric Construction Methods

Introduction to Textile Wet Processing

Adding Color to Textiles

Textile Printing and Design

Physical/Mechanical Finishes

Chemical Finishes

The Care of Textile Products

Textiles and the Environment, Health and Safety

Textile Product Development Performance

Glossary

Summary of Regulatory Legislation Applied to Textiles

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