Introduction The two most used natural fibers are wool and cotton, each with its own properties and uses. These fibres have been trusted for hundreds of years for their natural warmth, comfort and versatility. But it is important to be able to discern the distinctions between wool and cotton in order to make the right …
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Introduction In its modern application of design and engineering to automobiles, nylon has long since moved beyond its textile roots. Although we often think of nylon as used in car seats, belts and the like, its use goes beyond textiles. Due to its versatility, strength and adaptability, nylon is essential for manufacturing lightweight, tough and …
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Introduction It’s like sitting on a comfy, sophisticated sofa that blends with your decor and is resistant to the rigors of everyday life. All the materials necessary to achieve this level of tenacity and sophistication tend to come down to a single ingredient: nylon. The nylon is a flexible, strong material, and it has become …
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Introduction Military and tactical equipment is an important part of contemporary defensive processes. What soldiers carry out in the field has to be strong, reliable and durable, and it has to be able to tolerate a diverse range of environments and physical demands. The material in weapons systems is judiciously selected to achieve these demands, …
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Introduction The material in a garment is what affects how well the garment performs, how durable, how comfortable, and how beautiful it looks. This is especially the case with tights and stockings, which have to fit well, be comfortable, and take a beating in the daily world. Of all the materials that go into hosiery, …
Introduction It is extremely important to select the right fabric for your swimwear as it affects performance, comfort and durability. Swimwear not only has to withstand the elements of water but must remain uniform, bright and comfortable after many washings. As you can see, swimwear is made from various types of materials over the years …
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Introduction Bags and backpacks are the best travel partners and their level of quality is a direct indicator of how comfortable, easy and reliable your travel is going to be. They are regularly in a constant state of use, and usually undergo extreme conditions such as heavy wear, erratic weather conditions and exposure to the …
Introduction Industrial fabrics form a critical part of every industry as they lend resilience, hardness and performance to all applications. These textiles are specialised for high-wear environments and the raw materials in their production are selected on the basis of their capability to fulfill certain functional demands. Of all the fibres that are produced for …
Introduction It’s the synthetic polymer that revolutionised textiles, nylon — one of the most flexible and resistant fabrics available today to create outdoor clothing. Since DuPont developed nylon in 1935, nylon has come to mean durability, elasticity and resistance to wear. Originally used to replace silk, over time its properties turned it into a necessity …
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Introduction A synthetic polymer that DuPont created in 1935, nylon is now the most widely used material in all sorts of industries. Nylon, first created to replace silk, became very popular because of its durability, toughness and versatility. The use of nylon over the years has grown into several important industries, chief among them the …
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