First published in 1962, and now in its fourth edition, Physical properties of textile fibres has become a classic, providing the standard reference on key aspe

Fibres usually experience tensile loads whether they are used for apparel or technical structures. Their form, which is long and fine, makes them some of the st

The identification of fibers is important to the textile industry, forensic science, fashion designers and historians among others. Identifying fibers involves

This book examines the physical testing of textiles in the form of fibre, yarn and fabric, the emphasis throughout eing on standard and reproducible tests. Afte

Published in association with The Textile Institute, this new multi-authored collection provides comprehensive coverage of the effects of mechanical and physica