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    • 3-D fibrous assemblies: properties, applications and modelling of three-dimensional textile structures 

      Hu, Jinlian (Woodhead Publishing, 2008)
      There have been important recent developments in the production and application of three dimensional fabrics. These 3D textile structures have great potential for new fabrics and textile applications. 3D fibrous assemblies ...
    • Analytical electrochemistry in textiles 

      Westboaek, P.; Priniotakis, G.; Kiekens, P. (Woodhead, 2005)
      Electrochemistry is the study of chemical reactions with an exchange of electrons, and of the chemical phenomena that are caused by the action of applied currents and voltages. Analytical electrochemistry in textiles ...
    • The apparel industry 

      Jones, Richard M. (Blackwell Science, 2002)
      This textbook describes the structure of the industry in the UK and globally, and explains the current problems and strategic responses to global shifts in production
    • Atlas of fibre fracture and damage to textiles 

      Hearle, J.W.S.; Lomas, B.; Cooke, W. D. (Woodhead, 1998)
      Based on over 25 years of research at the University of Manchester Institute of Science & Technology, this book contains more than 1,500 scanning electron micrographs and other pictures, offering a unique collection of ...
    • Basic marketing: a global managerial approach 

      Perreault, William D.; McCarthy, E. Jerome (McGraw-Hill/ Irwin, 2002)
      This book is about marketing and marketing strategy planning. And, it essence, marketing strategy planning is about figuring out how to do a superior job of satisfying customers.
    • Basic principles of textile coloration 

      Broadbent, Arthur D (Society of dyers and colourists, 2001)
      The dyeing of natural and synthetic fibres by methods based on modern chemical technology is increasingly becoming an international industry, with countries throughout the world developing and operating textile coloration ...
    • Bast and other plant fibres 

      Edited by Franck, Robert R (Woodhead and CRC Press, 2005)
      Bast and Other Plant Fibres, a title in Woodhead Publishing’s series on fibres published in association with The Textile Institute, UK, is the first book in over 50 years to cover the most interesting plant fibres and those ...
    • Biodegradable and sustainable fibres 

      Edited by Blackburn, R. S. (Woodhead and The Textile Institute, 2005)
      Biodegradable and sustainable fibres is a comprehensive monograph providing essential reference for anyone interested in the area and environmental issues relating to textiles including fibre and textile scientists and ...
    • Biodegradable polymer blends and composites from renewable resources 

      Edited by Yu, Long (John Wiley, 2009)
      Biodegradable Polymer Blends and Composites from Renewable Resources provides a comprehensive, current overview of biopolymeric blends and composites and their applications in various industries. The book is organized ...
    • Biofunctional textiles and the skin; Volume 33 

      Edited by Hipler, U. -C.; Elsner, P. (Karger, 2006)
      In recent years the development of new technologies has permitted the production of 'functional' or 'smart' textiles. These fabrics are capable of sensing changes in environmental conditions or body functions and are ...
    • Biologically inspired textiles 

      Abbott, A.; Ellison, M. (Woodhead Publishing, 2008)
      Written by a distinguished team of international authors, Biologically-Inspired Ttextiles explores the current state of the art in this research arena and examines how biomimetics are increasingly applied to new textile ...
    • Biomechanical engineering of textiles and clothing 

      Edited by Li, Y.; Dai, X-Q. (Woodhead Publishing, 2006)
      Biomechanical engineering enables wearers to achieve the highest level of comfort, fit and interaction from their clothing as it is designed with the mechanics of the body in mind. This enables products to be developed ...
    • Chemical technology in the pre-treatment processes of textiles 

      Karmakar, S. R. (Elsevier, 1999)
      Textile chemical processing today, particularly the pre-treatment processes require a highly sophisticated technology and engineering to achieve the well known concepts of "Right first time, Right everytime and Right on ...
    • Chemical testing of textiles 

      Edited by Fan, Qingue (Woodhead Publishing, 2005)
      Chemical Testing of Textiles is a comprehensive book that gives a full overview of chemical testing for both academics and industry. It provides a comprehensive coverage of the chemical analysis procedure for a broad range ...
    • Chemistry and technology of fabric preparation and finishing 

      Tomasino, Charles (Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science College of Textiles, North Carolina State University, 1992)
      This book started with the need to provide students in textile chemistry written material to support courses in dyeing and finishing, in particular fabric preparation and fabric finishing.
    • The chemistry of dienes and polyenes; Volume 2 

      Edited by Rappoport, Zvi (John Wiley, 2000)
      This volume focuses on the chemistry of dienes and polyenes, which are an extremely important group of chemicals in the investigation of different types of syntheses based on the Diels-Adler reactions that allows for ...
    • The chemistry of dines and polyenes; Volume 1 

      Edited by Rappoport, Zvi (John Wiley, 1997)
      Dienes and polyenes are an extremely important group of chemicals in the investigation of different types of syntheses. Dienes and Polyenes are found in a large number of natural and man-made products including such natural ...
    • Chemistry of the textile industry 

      Edited by Carr, C. M. (Blackie Academic and Professional, 1995)
      The manufacture and processing of textiles is a complex and essential industry requiring many diverse skills to ensure profitability. New products are continually being developed, and reflect the energy and innovation of ...
    • The China and Hong Kong denim industry 

      Yao, Y.LI, L.; Yeung, K.W. (Woodhead, 2003)
      Based on extensive primary research The Chinese and Hong Kong denim industry is the first title of its kind that contains a systematic description and analysis of the denim textile and clothing industry in mainland China ...
    • Clothing appearance and fit: science and technology 

      Fan, J.; Yu, W.; Hunter, L. (Woodhead, 2004)
      Fashion and beauty have helped shape history and today more than ever, we find ourselves under increasing pressure to think about what we wear, what we look good in and how best to enhance our body shape and size. Behind ...