Handbook of Properties of Textile and Technical Fibres

1 Introduction to the science of fibers
Anthony R. Bunsell
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Units of measure for fibers and their structures
1.3 Fineness and flexibility
1.4 Typical fiber properties
1.5 Statistical nature of fiber properties
1.6 Conclusions
References
2 Testing and characterization of fibers
Anthony R. Bunsell, Sébastien Joann

Handbook of Properties of Textile and Technical Fibres, Second Edition introduces tensile properties and failure and testing of fibers, also examining tensile properties and the failure of natural fibers, such as cotton, hemp, flax, agave, wool and silk. Next, the book discusses the tensile properties and failure of synthetic fibers, ranging from polyamide, polyester, polyethylene and carbon fibers. Chapters provide a general background of the fiber, including its manufacture, microstructure, factors that affect tensile properties and methods to improve tensile failure. With its distinguished editor and international contributors, this book is an important reference for fiber scientists, textile technologists, engineers and academics.

• Offers up-to-date coverage of new and advanced materials for the fiber and textile industries
• Reviews structure-property relationships of high-performance natural, synthetic polymer and inorganic fibers
• Offers a range of perspectives on the tensile properties of fibers from an international team of authors with diverse expertise in academic research and in textile development and manufacture

Academics and professionals engaged in research into textile science and technology, particularly fibre scientists and laboratory technicians in textile testing facilities