Weaving
Conversion of Yarn to Fabric
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In this book, the authors consider not only the design and operation of the loom itself, but also the preparation of yarns and packages, the design and structure of the fabrics produced, and the management aspects of weaving as an industrial process. A comprehensive reference book covering in depth the modern technology of woven fabric production. It will be of value of the practitioner and student alike. The information provided will enable the reader to judge how to produce a fabric suited to a particular purpose in the most economical way. The text is generously illustrated and there is a glossary of terms which is cross-referenced to the text and to an extensive list of cited literature. Originally published by Merrow 2nd edition 1982.
Readership
Those working in the textile industry and those teaching and studying textile science
Table of Contents
- An historical introduction to weaving; A technical introduction to weaving; An introduction to weaving preparation; Winding; Warping; Slashing (warp sizing); Drawing-in and tying-in; The fundamental of fabric structure; Woven fabric design; The simple shuttle loom; Shedding and beating; Shuttle picking and checking; Automation and controls; Power, energy and vibration; Shuttleless weaving systems; More on shuttleless looms; Weaving room management.
Product details
- No. of pages: 408
- Language: English
- Copyright: © Woodhead Publishing 1982
- Published: January 1, 1982
- Imprint: Woodhead Publishing
- eBook ISBN: 9781845692902
About the Authors
P R Lord
Affiliations and Expertise
Professor Emeritus, NCSU, USA
M H Mohamed
Affiliations and Expertise
NCSU, USA