Abrasion resistance of Cotton/Flax Fabrics - - Technical paper describing the abrasion resistance of two-layered textile fabrics constructed from cotton and flax blends, using WiseTex software to create three-dimensional geometrical simulation models. From Autex Research Journal. Authors: S.V. Lomov and others. [PDF.
Commission's Observations in Response to the Recommendations of the High Level Group for Textiles and Clothing - - Presentation of the European Commission's recommendations covering areas of research and innovation, education and training, protection of intellectual property rights, competitiveness related issues, and trade and regional policies, in answer to a staff document; "The Challenge of 2005: European Textiles and Clothing in a Quota Free Environment". [PDF.
Durameter - A New Stand for Estimating the Durability of Textiles - - Technical paper describing a new testing instrument for investigating textile filament creep, and presenting and analysis of filament creep and strain under constant load. Authors: W. Konecki and others. [PDF.
The Effects of Light and Ageing on Selected Quilting Products Containing Adhesives - - Technical paper about a study aiming to determine whether of not selected adhesive-containing products for quilters, specifically quilt basting sprays, fusible webs and fusible battings, contribute to discoloration or promote degradation of fabrics over time. Authors: J. Evenson and P. Cox Crews. [PDF.
Embroidery Solutions - - An industrial embroidery manual, including tips and hints, troubleshooting, materials and machine settings. Photo's and tables.
Examination of the Absorption Properties of Various Fibres in Relation to UV Radiation - - Scientific examination of the barrier properties of model fabrics as a protection against UV radiation, through the measurement of the UV absorbing capacity of polymers of selected fibers containing dulling and optical brightening agents. From Autex Research Journal. Authors: J. Alvarez and B. Lipp-Symonowicz. [PDF.
Exclusively Printed on Linen - - Publication about the possibilities and limitations of printing on linen bookcloth. From the Van Heek Scholco International BV web site. Author: Gijs Wortel.
Fabric and Fiber Content - - Concise descriptions of natural and man-made fibers, as related to their uses in fabrics for the garment industry. From the University of Florida. Authors: Linda M. Heaton and Nadine Hackler.
Fundamentals of Moisture Transport in Textiles - - Technical paper about a study conducted to understand and quantify moisture transport in textile structures as a basis for the development of novel fluid management materials and drying processes. Authors: Haskell W. Beckham and others. [PDF.
Fuzzy-Stochastic Evaluation of Uncertainties in Material Parameters of Textiles - - Presentation of experimental and numerical investigations, aimed at collecting information on the uncertain material parameters of AR glass filaments and yarns. Autex Research Journal. Authors: A. Abdkader, W. Graf, B. Mueller, P. Offermann and J.U. Sickert. [PDF.
Guide to the Control of Cloth Moths and Carpet Beetles - - Information sheet of the Australian Textile and Fiber Technology Institute, detailing textile pests encountered in Australia and the control measures available to deal with them. [PDF.
Identifying the Cause of Destruction of Textile Linear Structures - - Technical paper presenting the results of investigations into the different mechanisms of continuity loss of textile linear products, focused on loose weft yarn breakage. From Autex Research Journal. Authors: J. Slodowy and A. Rutkowska. [PDF.
Impact of the Seam on the Properties of Technical and Nonwoven Textiles for Making Car Seat Covers - - Peer reviewed technical paper about an investigation of the influence of the number of stiches in the seam of joined areas and the fabric properties of seamless areas of car seat coverings manufactured from woven and knitted fabrics, nonwovens and artificial leather. Authors: D. Ujevic and S. Kovacevic. [PDF.
Influence of Furniture Covering Textiles on Moisture Transport in a Car Seat Upholstery Package - - Technical paper presenting the conditions of heat and moisture transport in a car-seat upholstery package, and a report on tests conducted on three upholstery packages to assess moisture transport through flat textiles. From Autex Research Journal. Authors: M. Snycerski and I. Frontczak-Wasiak. [PDF.
Linear Flow Detection in Woven Textiles Using Model-Based Clustering - - Technical paper about research aimed at detecting linear pattern production faults in woven textile by combining image processing technology with a novel statistical modeling technique. Authors: J.G. Campbell and others. [PDF.
Naturally Colored Cotton - - Evaluation of the effects of various laundry aids on color retention and durability of textile fabrics constructed of naturally colored cotton fibers. Authors: D. Dickerson, E. Lane and D. Rodriquez. [PDF.
Numerical Analysis of Peirce's Cantilever Test for the Bending Rigidity of Textiles - - Technical paper presenting the results of the numerical analysis and calculations of Pierce's test for the bending rigidity of textiles and nonwovens, and a comparison of the practical implications for this test in textile laboratories. Authors: Piotr Szablewski and Waldemar Kobza. [PDF.
Numerical Identification of Elasticity Coefficients for the Bending Problem - - Technical paper discussing an alternative use for the Pierce cantilever test for determining the relationship between bending moment and curvature of flat textiles. From Autex Research Journal. Author: Piotr Szablewski. [PDF.
Odour Measurements in the Textile Industry - - Technical paper presenting selected problems associated with the measurement of odour in the textile industry. Author: Krzysztof Gniotek. [PDF.
On-Line Weight and Shrinkage Control of Cotton Knits - - Technical paper presenting the results of research conducted to develop an image classifier routine able to detect and classify knitted fabric defects. Authors: Mohamed Abou-Iiana and others. [PDF.
Selecting Jeans - - Includes consumer fact sheet on the materials, characteristics, styling, construction and sizes of modern jeans. From Ohio State University. Authors: Norma Pitts and Joyce A. Smith.
Surface Degradation of Linen Textiles Induced by Laser Treatment - - Study on the surface degradation of linen fabrics through comparison of the laser treatment with electron beam and heat source methods. From Autex Research Journal. Authors: F. Ferrero, F. Testore, C. Tonin and R. Innocenti. [PDF.
Textile Articles - - Library of short articles about natural and man-made fibers, fabric weaving technologies and types of textile fabrics. From Textile Fabrics Consultants, Inc.
Textile Conservation - - Includes information on archeological textile conservation methods and treatments. Part of a larger collection of conservation files for archeological materials from underwater sites. Author: Donny L. Hamilton.
Textile Info - - Library of technical and feature articles about textile technology, management issues, materials and environment. English, Japanese and Chinese.
Textile Primer - - Short essay about natural fibers as wool, silk, linen, cotton and hemp, and descriptions of the various types of textile fabric weaves. From the St. Ives Historical Society. Author: Kara McLeod.
Textile Reference Manual - - Includes library of technical articles about natural and man-made fibers, fabric weaves and finishes, and textile applications. From the Costume Gallery.
Textiles - - ThinkQuest project by students and teachers of the Singapore Chinese Girl's School about the history, production and properties of cotton, wool, silk, polyester and polyamide, and their applications in the textile and fashion industry.
Understanding Apparel and Furnishing Textiles - - Consumer guide to apparel and furnishing textile fabrics and products. Introduction to commonly used fibers, and the components of woven and nonwoven furnishing fabrics. From the Iowa State University's Extension pages. [PDF.