Encyclopedia of textiles, fibers, and nonwoven fabrics

This volume is another in the series of carefully chosen selections from the world renowned Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology designed to provide specific audiences with articles grouped by a central theme. (...) we have chosen all of the original, complete articles related to textiles, fibers, and nonwoven fabrics to make up this new volume. The full texts, tables, figures, and reference materials from the original work have been reproduced here unchanged. All articles are by industrial or academic experts in their field and the final work represents the result of careful review by competent specialists and the thorough editorial processing of the professional Wiley staff. Introductory information from the Encyclopedia concerning nomenclature, SI units and conversion factors, and related information has been provided as a further guide to the contents.