Design
Clothing and Textiles for Disabled and Elderly Peo, Comfort Characteristics of Fabrics Containing Twis, Developing Simulation Techniques for an Interactiv, Draperies and Window Coverings, Estimating Cloth Simulation Parameters from Video, Improvement of Drape Simulation Speed Using Constr, Intelligent Support for Communication Difficulties, The Communication Bottleneck in Knitwear Design: A, The Elements of Draping, Types of Textiles
Environment
A Cleaner Production Approach for Minimisation of , A Workbook for Pollution Prevention by Source Redu, Best Management Practices for Pollution Prevention, Cleaner Production Fact Sheet and Resource Guide, Cleaner Production in Textile Wet Processing. Part, Cleaner Production in Textile Wet Processing. Part, Cleaner Production in Textile Wet Processing. Part, Cleaner Production in Textile Wet Processing. Part, Cleaner Production in Textile Wet Processing. Part, Cleaner Production in Textile Wet Processing. Part
Processes
A Buyers' Guide to Enzymes, Application and Performance of Disperse Dyes on Po, Application of Genetic Engineering and Enzymes in , Applications of Enzyme Technology in the Textile I, Biomimicking of Enzymes for Textile Wet Processing, Biosynthesis of Enzymes by Aspergillus Niger IBT-9, Bubble Size Distribution of Foam, Chemistry and Technology of Fabric Preparation and, Diffusion of Disperse Dyes into Supermicrofibers, Economic Analysis of Cotton Textile Finishing Proc
Smart Textiles
"Smart'' Clothing, A Design Research Program for Textiles and Computa, A Design Research Program for Textiles and Computa, A Framework for Personalized Mobile Information Pr, A Sensate Liner for Personnel Monitoring Applicati, Ambient Intelligence Visions and Achievements: Lin, An E-Textile System for Motion Analysis, Analysing the Use of E-Textiles to Improve Applica, Architectures for E-Textiles, Challenges and Opportunities in Electronic Textile
Technology
A Functional Woven Fabric with Controlled Friction, Analysis of Textile Fabric Structure with CT Image, Application of Electro-Osmotic Transport in the Pr, Barrier Effect of Woven Fabrics Used for Surgical , Color Measurement Methods for Textile Fabrics, Future of Yarn and Fabric Formation, Impact of Molecular Nanotechnology on the Textile , Influence of Loop Position in Warp-Knitted Plain S, Modelling and Simulation of the Mechanical Behavio, Modelling and Simulation of the Mechanical Behavio
Abrasion resistance of Cotton/Flax Fabrics
Technical paper describing the abrasion resistance of two-layered textile fabrics constructed from cotton and flax blends, using WiseTex software to create three-dimensional geometrical simulation models. From Autex Research Journal. Authors: S.V. Lomov and others.
Comparative Analysis of the Thermal Insulation Pro
Technical paper presenting a comparative analysis of the thermal conductivity, absorption and thermal resistance of textile fabrics from cotton and Tencel yarns. Authors: I. Frydrych and others.
Determination of Finishing Oils in Acrylic Fibers
Technical paper exploring the potential of near-infrared diffuse reflectance spectrometry for quality control analysis in the textile industry, focused on the quantification of finishing oils in acrylic fibers. Authors: Marcelo Blanco and others.
Down
Description of goose and duck down for filling applications, down properties and quality evaluation. Links to technical information on down and synthetic fleeces. From Bask, Ltd.
Durameter - A New Stand for Estimating the Durabil
Technical paper describing a new testing instrument for investigating textile filament creep, and presenting and analysis of filament creep and strain under constant load. Authors: W. Konecki and others.
Embroidery Solutions
Comprehensive industrial embroidery manual, including tips and hints, troubleshooting, materials and machine settings. Photo's and tables.
Examination of the Absorption Properties of Variou
Scientific examination of the barrier properties of model fabrics as a protection against UV radiation, through the measurement of the UV absorbing capacity of polymers of selected fibers containing dulling and optical brightening agents. From Autex Research Journal. Authors: J. Alvarez and B. Lipp-Symonowicz.
Exclusively Printed on Linen
Publication about the possibilities and limitations of printing on linen bookcloth. From the Van Heek Scholco International BV web site. Author: Gijs Wortel.
Fabric and Fiber Content
Concise descriptions of natural and man-made fibers, as related to their uses in fabrics for the garment industry. From the University of Florida. Authors: Linda M. Heaton and Nadine Hackler.
Fiber Facts
On-line consumer resource including concise descriptions of fibers, textile fabrics, fabric finishes and fashions. From Fort Valley State University's College of Agriculture.
Functional Textiles in Prevention of Chronic Wound
Extensive technical paper about the growing opportunities for the use of specialty textile fabrics in wound healing and the prevention of chronic wounds. Authors: U. Wollina and others.
Fundamentals of Moisture Transport in Textiles
Technical paper about a study conducted to understand and quantify moisture transport in textile structures as a basis for the development of novel fluid management materials and drying processes. Authors: Haskell W. Beckham and others.
Fuzzy-Stochastic Evaluation of Uncertainties in Ma
Presentation of experimental and numerical investigations, aimed at collecting information on the uncertain material parameters of AR glass filaments and yarns. Autex Research Journal. Authors: A. Abdkader, W. Graf, B. Mueller, P. Offermann and J.U. Sickert.
Identifying the Cause of Destruction of Textile Li
Technical paper presenting the results of investigations into the different mechanisms of continuity loss of textile linear products, focused on loose weft yarn breakage. From Autex Research Journal. Authors: J. Slodowy and A. Rutkowska.
Impact of the Seam on the Properties of Technical
Peer reviewed technical paper about an investigation of the influence of the number of stiches in the seam of joined areas and the fabric properties of seamless areas of car seat coverings manufactured from woven and knitted fabrics, nonwovens and artificial leather. Authors: D. Ujevic and S. Kovacevic.
Influence of Furniture Covering Textiles on Moistu
Technical paper presenting the conditions of heat and moisture transport in a car-seat upholstery package, and a report on tests conducted on three upholstery packages to assess moisture transport through flat textiles. From Autex Research Journal. Authors: M. Snycerski and I. Frontczak-Wasiak.
Linear Flow Detection in Woven Textiles Using Mode
Technical paper about research aimed at detecting linear pattern production faults in woven textile by combining image processing technology with a novel statistical modeling technique. Authors: J.G. Campbell and others.
Naturally Colored Cotton
Evaluation of the effects of various laundry aids on color retention and durability of textile fabrics constructed of naturally colored cotton fibers. Authors: D. Dickerson, E. Lane and D. Rodriquez.
Numerical Identification of Elasticity Coefficient
Technical paper discussing an alternative use for the Pierce cantilever test for determining the relationship between bending moment and curvature of flat textiles. From Autex Research Journal. Author: Piotr Szablewski.
Odour Measurements in the Textile Industry
Technical paper presenting selected problems associated with the measurement of odour in the textile industry. Author: Krzysztof Gniotek.
Preparing Fabric for Use; G91-1028
Factsheet explaining the correct use of textile fabric grain during sewing operations. From NebGuide.
Selecting Jeans
Extensive consumer fact sheet on the materials, characteristics, styling, construction and sizes of modern jeans. From Ohio State University. Authors: Norma Pitts and Joyce A. Smith.
Surface Degradation of Linen Textiles Induced by L
Study on the surface degradation of linen fabrics through comparison of the laser treatment with electron beam and heat source methods. From Autex Research Journal. Authors: F. Ferrero, F. Testore, C. Tonin and R. Innocenti.
Textile Conservation
Extensive information on archeological textile conservation methods and treatments. Part of a larger collection of conservation files for archeological materials from underwater sites. Author: Donny L. Hamilton.
Textile Info
Library of technical and feature articles about textile technology, management issues, materials and environment. English, Japanese and Chinese.
Textile Primer
Short essay about natural fibers as wool, silk, linen, cotton and hemp, and descriptions of the various types of textile fabric weaves. From the St. Ives Historical Society. Author: Kara McLeod.
Textile Reference Manual
Extensive library of technical articles about natural and man-made fibers, fabric weaves and finishes, and textile applications. From the Costume Gallery.
Textiles
ThinkQuest project by students and teachers of the Singapore Chinese Girl's School about the history, production and properties of cotton, wool, silk, polyester and polyamide, and their applications in the textile and fashion industry.
The Effects of Household Fabric Softeners on the T
Master of Science thesis examining the effects of household fabric softeners on the thermal comfort and flammability of cotton and polyester fabrics after repeated laundering. Author: Jiangman Guo.
The Effects of Light and Ageing on Selected Quilti
Technical paper about a study aiming to determine whether of not selected adhesive-containing products for quilters, specifically quilt basting sprays, fusible webs and fusible battings, contribute to discoloration or promote degradation of fabrics over time. Authors: J. Evenson and P. Cox Crews.
The Indulgence that is Velvet...
Short article on velvet and velveteen fabrics, used for garment, upholstery and interior decoration applications. History, types of fabric, manufacturing process and care. Author: Karen Brandon.
The Resource
From the Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Comprehensive list of links to articles on textiles, clothing and design.
Understanding Apparel and Furnishing Textiles
Consumer guide to apparel and furnishing textile fabrics and products. Introduction to commonly used fibers, and the components of woven and nonwoven furnishing fabrics. From the Iowa State University's Extension pages.