FIBRES TO SMART TEXTILES ADVANCES IN MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS (PB 2020) Paperback

Fibres to Smart Textiles: Advances in Manufacturing, Technologies, and Applications provides an in-depth exploration of the principles and progress in the textile and apparel manufacturing industries. It covers the fundamentals of fibres, yarns, and fabrics, as well as their latest uses in emerging developments and applications. The book also addresses the environmental effects of textile manufacturing and suggests methods for reducing their impact. It serves as a comprehensive reference, discussing key topics such as fibre types, yarn and filament formation, fabric creation methods (including weaving, knitting, and nonwoven technologies), as well as dyeing, printing, and finishing processes. Additionally, it covers the testing of textile materials, the environmental concerns of textile processes, and the role of CAD and CAM in textile design. The book delves into specialized applications like textile composites, biocomposites, technical textiles, smart textiles, and nanotextiles. Written by experts in the field, this practical guide is essential for professionals in textile and clothing manufacturing, offering valuable insights into the development of new products and how to navigate common challenges.