Physical Testing of Textiles - Hardcover

Book 1 of 259: Textile Institute

Saville, B. P.

 
9780849305689: Physical Testing of Textiles
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0849305683 ISBN 13: 9780849305689
Publisher: CRC Press, 1999

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Synopsis

This book covers the physical testing of textiles in the form of fiber, yarn, and fabric - based mainly on British and American standard methods of testing.
Topics include:

  • sampling
  • measurement errors
  • fiber length and width measurement
  • yarn linear density
  • twist
  • evenness
  • hairiness
  • tensile strength of all forms
  • tear strength
  • dimensional stability
  • serviceability
  • wear comfort
  • thermal and moisture properties
  • color fastness
  • objective assessment of fabric handle
  • quality assurance
    Physical Testing of Textiles serves as a modern study on the subject, providing a comprehensive resource for students joining the textile industry as well as professionals and personnel working in the areas of testing and quality assurance.

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    About the Author

    B.P. Saville is formerly of the University of Huddersfield, UK.

    Review

    ...excellent introductory book in addressing the basic test methods for fibers and fiber products.
    --Applied Mechanical Review, Vol. 54, No. 5

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    Publisher
    CRC Press
    Publication date
    1999
    Language
    English
    ISBN 10 
    0849305683
    ISBN 13 
    9780849305689
    Binding
    Hardcover
    Edition number
    1
    Number of pages
    336

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