Polyesters and Polyamides

Polyesters and polyamides remain the most used group of synthetic fibres. This authoritative book reviews methods of their production, ways of improving their functionality, and their wide range of applications. The first part of the book describes raw materials and manufacturing processes and also includes discussion of environmental issues. Part II considers ways of improving the functionality of polyester and polyamide fibres, including blending, weaving, coloration and other finishing techniques as well as new methods such as nanotechnology. The final part reviews the range of uses of these important fibres, from apparel and sportswear to automotive, medical and civil engineering applications. With its distinguished editors and international team of contributors, Polyesters and polyamides will be a standard reference tool for all those using this important group of fibres. Book jacket.Deopura, B. L. is the author of 'Polyesters and Polyamides', published 2008 under ISBN 9781845692988 and ISBN 1845692985.