Understanding Textiles

Name: Understanding Textiles
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ISBN: 9780131187702

ISBN-10: 0131187708

ISBN-13: 9780131187702

Edition: 7th 2009

Authors: Phyllis G. Tortora, Billie J. Collier, Martin J. Bide

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Thisnbsp;book helpsnbsp;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.

Book details

List price: $125.80
Edition: 7th
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 4/21/2008
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 600
Size: 8.25" wide x 10.25" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 2.728
Language: English

Phyllis G. Tortora is Professor Emerita at Queens College, The City University of New York.



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