Showing posts with label Textiles. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Textiles. Show all posts

Friday, 8 June 2012

Smart Textiles for Medicine and Healthcare


L. van Langenhove, "Smart Textiles for Medicine and Healthcare: Materials, Systems and Applications"
English | 2007-02-28 | ISBN: 1845690273 | 329 pages | PDF | 8.9 mb

Smart or intelligent textiles are a relatively novel area of research within the textile industry with enormous potential within the healthcare industry. This book provides a unique insight into recent developments in how smart textiles are being used in the medical field. The first part of the book assesses trends in smart medical textiles. Chapters cover topics such as wound care materials, drug-based release systems and electronic sensors for health care. The second part of the book discusses the role of smart textile in monitoring the health of particular groups such as pregnant women, children, the elderly and those with particular physical disabilities. With its distinguished editor and team of international contributors, this book provides a unique and essential reference to those concerned with intelligent textiles in healthcare.




Thursday, 24 May 2012

Handbook of Textile and Industrial Dyeing

Handbook of Textile and Industrial Dyeing, Volume 1: Principles, Processes and Types of Dyes By Matthew Clark
2011 | 680 Pages | ISBN: 1845696956 | PDF | 21 MB

Dyeing is one of the most effective and popular methods for coloring textiles and other materials. This 2 volume collection provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of textile dyeing. Volume 1 begins with a general introduction to dyeing, chapters include the fundamental principles, chemistry, pre treatment and an overview to dye fastness. The second part of the book focuses on different types of dyes and processes. Topics range from natural and acidic dyes, to environmentally friendly dyes. The book is aimed at a variety of different readers including designers, color technologists, product developers and those in academia.

Monday, 27 February 2012

Smart Clothes and Wearable Technology

J. McCann, D. Bryson, "Smart Clothes and Wearable Technology"
..C P...s | 2009-03-19 | ISBN: 1439801134 | 384 pages | PDF | 5,3 MB

A comprehensive review of the technologies and materials available for the design and production of smart clothing, this book goes beyond the basics to provide a comprehensive overview of the wearer’s requirements. After assessing the design and materials available for smart clothing and wearable technology, the book covers the design process from fiber selection through to product developments in digital print technology. It then examines the general requirements, types of technologies available, and manufacturing methods. The coverage includes developments in fabric joining and graphic communications.




Saturday, 17 December 2011

Textiles for Protection


Richard A. Scott, "Textiles for Protection"
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing Ltd | ISBN: 1855739216 | edition 2005 | PDF | 784 pages | 7,1 mb

The late twentieth century saw an unprecedented increase in emphasis on protection of the human form. Health and safety at work requires protective textiles for certain jobs and the threat of biological and chemical terrorist attacks is currently a topical issue. The range of hazards and the means of combating them continue to grow and become ever more complex. A consequence of this is the development and exploitation of new textile fibres, structures and clothing systems whose purpose is to provide improved protection, whilst maintaining comfort, efficiency and well being. The first part of Textiles for protection covers materials and design issues. It starts with a chapter explaining legislative and regulative standards for protective textiles.


Analytical Electrochemistry in Textiles


P. Westbroek, G. Priniotakis, Paul Kiekens, "Analytical Electrochemistry in Textiles"
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing | ISBN: 1855739194 | edition 2005 | PDF | 356 pages | 3,6 mb

Electrochemistry is the study of chemical reactions with an exchange of electrons, and of the chemical phenomena that are caused by the action of applied currents and voltages. Analytical electrochemistry in textiles provides an overview of the synergy between electrochemistry and textiles, and the possibilities and innovative character of electrochemistry for textiles. Analytical electrochemistry in textiles is divided into four parts. In the first part an overview is given of the theory of electrochemistry as well as of practical considerations.


Recycling in Textiles

Recycling in Textiles (Woodhead Publishing in Textiles) By Youjiang Wang
Publisher: C//R\\\C Press 2006 | 230 Pages | ISBN: 1855739526 , 0849391040 | PDF | 9 MB
An increasing amount of waste is generated each year from textiles and their production. For economic and environmental reasons, it is necessary that as much of this waste as possible is recycled instead of being disposed of in landfill sites. In reality the rate of textile recycling is still relatively low. On average approximately 10 million tons of textile waste is currently dumped in Europe and America each year.

The first section of Recycling in Textiles introduces the subject by looking at the general issues involved and the technologies concerned. Part two explores the chemical aspects of textile recycling. Part three focuses on recycled textile products, including non-wovens and alternative fibers. Finally, the last section discusses possible applications of recycled textiles, including using recycled products in the operating theatre, for soil stabilization and in concrete reinforcement.

Considering the diversity of fibrous waste and structures, many technologies must work in concert in an integrated industry in order to have an impact.

Recycling in Textiles presents several promising technologies and ideas for recycling systems. This is the first book of its kind to bring together textile recycling issues, technology, products, processes and applications. It will prove an invaluable guide to all those in the industry who are now looking for ways to recycle their textile waste.


Knitting Technology: A Comprehensive Handbook and Practical Guide

Knitting Technology: A Comprehensive Handbook and Practical Guide
Wood head Pub lishing; 3 edition | English | 2001-04-28 | 1587161214| 416 pages | PDF | 22.1 mb

The third edition of Knitting technology, widely recognised as the definitive text on the subject, has been thoroughly revised and updated to include all the latest developments.

Beginning with the fundamental principles and moving on to more advanced aspects, it combines in a single comprehensive volume the basics of warp and weft knitting, fabric structures and products, the different types of machines, principles of production and terminology to provide an invaluable reference for textiles students, textile engineers and technicians involved in knitted garment design and manufacture.

Fundamental rules and principles are emphasised throughout. Aspects covered include flat, circular, full fashioned, hosiery, raschel, tricot and crochet production. Development of the various types of knitting machines, their actions and mechanisms as well as the construction, properties and end uses of the products which they manufacture are also included. The book is indexed and referenced in detail and includes numerous labelled diagrams and photographs. Terminology is defined either according to The Textile Institute's terms and definitions or current usage in the industry and is supplemented where necessary by American or continental terminology. Although SI units and the tex yarn count system are explained and used in the text, other systems have also been employed wherever it has been considered that their usage is still important. A number of worked calculations are included to clarify the examples given. Knitting technology is the ideal textbook for a range of textile courses from technician to degree level and The Textile Institute's examinations as well as being an essential companion to all those involved in the knitting industry.


Tuesday, 6 December 2011

A Practical Guide to Quality Management in Spinning


Badarayanachar Purushothama, "A Practical Guide to Quality Management in Spinning (Woodhead Publishing India)"
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing | ISBN: 0857090062 | 2011 | PDF | 200 pages | 11.9 MB

The book provides an introduction to quality management and the quality objectives of products. Chapters discuss the impact of yarn parameters from a customer’s perspective, reasons for poor quality, various fine aspects and problems related to spinning. The causes of yarn defects and appropriate remedies are also examined. Some of the common-market complaints that spinners experience are discussed and the actions to be taken are explained.







Saturday, 3 December 2011

Computer Technology for Textiles and Apparel


J. Hu, "Computer Technology for Textiles and Apparel (Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles)"
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing | ISBN: 1845697294 | 2011 | PDF | 392 pages | 6.7 MB

Computer technology has transformed textiles from their design through to their manufacture. This book reflects the significant advances that have been made in computer technologies, covering a wide range of topics from modeling to electronic textiles and apparel. Part 1 provides a review of different computer based technologies suitable for textile materials. Chapters include computer technology for yarn structure, fabric defects and garment structure. Part 2 discusses modeling and simulation principles of fibers and textiles. Examples of topics include the modeling of yarn and garments. Part 3 concludes with a review of computer based technologies specific to apparel, themes range from 3D body scanning to electronic textiles.





Textile Design: Principles, Advances, and Applications


A. Briggs-Goode, "Textile Design: Principles, Advances, and Applications (Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles)"
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing | ISBN: 1845696468 | 2011 | PDF | 424 pages | 8.1 MB

Textile design is a complex field of practice which operates in a competitive, global industry. Designers need to take into account not only the design but also the manufacture, technological development and application of the final product. Textile Design provides a broad overview of the fundamentals of and advances in textile design, as well as practical case studies of relevant industries.
Part 1 covers the principles of fabric construction as applied to textile design, with chapters on fundamental principles, woven and knitted textile design. Part 2 discusses surface approaches to textile design, with chapters on such topics as surface design of textiles, printed and embroidered textile design, dyeing and finishing and the use of color in textile design. Finally, Part 3 focuses on the applications and advances in textile design, including chapters covering color trend forecasting, sustainable textile design, fashion, interior and 2D to 3D design considerations and new developments in technical and future textiles.




Handbook of Sustainable Textile Production


Marion Tobler-Rohr, "Handbook of Sustainable Textile Production (Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles)"
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing | ISBN: 0857091360 | 2011 | PDF | 520 pages | 10.1 MB

The Handbook of sustainable textile production is a compilation of technical, economic, and environmental data from thetextile production chain. The book defines the principles of sustainability and its use in legislation and industry before going on to investigate the impact of textiles throughout the supply chain, starting with the raw fiber through to fabric production, consumption and disposal. It examines textile process technology and methods for specifying quality and functions in textile products in order to reduce textile waste and improve sustainability. The book investigates the series of Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) carried out in the European textile industry. These studies comprise a range of processes from cotton growing, spinning and weaving to the recycling of textiles. The book contains a discussion on sustainable textiles from a product development and marketing perspective.







Monday, 28 November 2011