Contents
SECTION I: Introduction to Textiles
1. Introduction
2. Product Development from a Textile Perspective
SECTION II: Fibers
3. Textile Fibers and Their Properties
4. Natural Cellulosic Fibers
5. Natural Protein Fibers
6. The Fiber-Manufacturing Process
7. Manufactured Regenerated Fibers
8. Synthetic Fibers
9. Special-Use Fibers
SECTION III: Yarns
10. Yarn Processing
11. Yarn Classification
SECTION IV: Fabrication
12. Weaving, Basic Weaves, and Fabrics
13. Fancy Weaves and Fabrics
14. Knitting and Knit Fabrics
15. Other Fabrication Methods
SECTION V: Finishing
16. Finishing: An Overview
17. Aesthetic Finishes
18. Special-Purpose Finishes
19. Dyeing and Printing
SECTION VI: Other Issues Related to Textiles
20. Care of Textile Products
21. Legal and Sustainability Issues Related to Textiles
22. Career Exploration
Appendix A: Fiber Names in Other Languages
Appendix B: Fibers Not Produced in the United States
Appendix C: Selected Trade Names
Appendix D: A Map of the World
Appendix E: Standard Care Terminology
Appendix F: A Guide to Stain Removal
GLOSSARY
BIBLIOGRAPHY
INDEX
