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Fabric and Fiber Content http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/scripts/htmlgen.exe?DOCUMENT_HE006: 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.
Surface Degradation of Linen Textiles Induced by Laser Treatment http://www.autexrj.org/No5/0028.pdf: 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.
Fuzzy-Stochastic Evaluation of Uncertainties in Material Parameters of Textiles http://www.autexrj.org/No5/0027.pdf: 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.
Exclusively Printed on Linen http://www.vanheekscholco.nl/English/Scholco/Boekje.htm: Publication about the possibilities and limitations of printing on linen bookcloth. From the Van Heek Scholco International BV web site. Author: Gijs Wortel.
Textile Primer http://www.saintives.com/essays/textile_primer.htm: 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.
Understanding Apparel and Furnishing Textiles http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/PM734.pdf: 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.
Naturally Colored Cotton http://cati.csufresno.edu/ip/rese/99/990901.pdf: 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.
Examination of the Absorption Properties of Various Fibres in Relation to UV Radiation http://www.autexrj.org/No2-2003/0057.pdf: 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.
Preparing Fabric for Use; G91-1028 http://ianrpubs.unl.edu/Textiles/g1028.htm: Factsheet explaining the correct use of textile fabric grain during sewing operations. From NebGuide.
Textile Info http://textileinfo.com/: Library of technical and feature articles about textile technology, management issues, materials and environment. English, Japanese and Chinese.
Influence of Furniture Covering Textiles on Moisture Transport in a Car Seat Upholstery Package http://www.autexrj.org/No5/0025.pdf: 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.
Textile Reference Manual http://www.costumegallery.com/Textiles/: Extensive library of technical articles about natural and man-made fibers, fabric weaves and finishes, and textile applications. From the Costume Gallery.
Textiles http://library.thinkquest.org/C004179/textiles.html: 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.
Functional Textiles in Prevention of Chronic Wounds, Wound Healing and Tissue Engineering http://www.karger.com/gazette/67/Elsner/wollina.pdf: Extensive technical paper about the growing opportunities for the use of specialty textile fabrics in wound healing and the prevention of chronic wounds. Authors: U. Wollina and others.
Impact of the Seam on the Properties of Technical and Nonwoven Textiles for Making Car Seat Covers http://www.inda.org/subscrip/inj04_1/p33-41-ujevic.pdf: 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.
Textile Conservation http://nautarch.tamu.edu/class/anth605/File8.htm: Extensive 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.
Comparative Analysis of the Thermal Insulation Properties of Fabrics Made of Natural and Man-Made Cellulosic Fibers http://www.fibtex.lodz.pl/39_08_40.pdf: Technical paper presenting a comparative analysis of the thermal conductivity, absorption and thermal resistance of textile fabrics from cotton and Tencel yarns. Authors: I. Frydrych and others.
Fundamentals of Moisture Transport in Textiles http://www.ntcresearch.org/pdf-rpts/AnRp99/C97-G31.pdf: 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.
Odour Measurements in the Textile Industry http://www.fibtex.lodz.pl/40_16_53.pdf: Technical paper presenting selected problems associated with the measurement of odour in the textile industry. Author: Krzysztof Gniotek.
Identifying the Cause of Destruction of Textile Linear Structures http://www.autexrj.org/No3-2004/0118.pdf: 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.
Determination of Finishing Oils in Acrylic Fibers by Near-Infrared Reflectrance Spectrometry http://pubs.rsc.org/ej/AN/1997/E9700409.PDF: Technical paper exploring the potential of near-infrared diffuse reflectance spectrometry for quality control analysis in the textile industry, focused on the quantification of finishing oils in acrylic fibers. Authors: Marcelo Blanco and others.
Durameter - A New Stand for Estimating the Durability of Textiles http://www.fibtex.lodz.pl/38_10_40.pdf: 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.
Linear Flow Detection in Woven Textiles Using Model-Based Clustering http://www.stat.washington.edu/raftery/Research/PDF/campbell1997.pdf: 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.
Abrasion resistance of Cotton/Flax Fabrics http://www.autexrj.org/No4-2004/0125.pdf: 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.
Numerical Identification of Elasticity Coefficients for the Bending Problem http://www.autexrj.org/No4-2004/0109.pdf: 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.
The Resource http://ianrpubs.unl.edu/textiles/: From the Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Comprehensive list of links to articles on textiles, clothing and design.
Selecting Jeans http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5541.html: Extensive 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.
Textiles Library http://www.e4s.org.uk/textilesonline/content/6library/fr_library.htm: Comprehensive collection of articles about the history of textiles, textile fibers and terminology, process technologies, textile mass balance and product lifecycles, and waste minimisation and best practices. From E4S-Environmental Teaching Resources.
Numerical Analysis of Peirce's Cantilever Test for the Bending Rigidity of Textiles http://www.fibtex.lodz.pl/43_14_54.pdf: 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.
On-Line Weight and Shrinkage Control of Cotton Knits http://www.ntcresearch.org/pdf-rpts/AnRp03/S01-PH07-A3.pdf: 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.
Embroidery Solutions http://www.coatsddb.com/industrial/embroidery/tipsandhints: Comprehensive industrial embroidery manual, including tips and hints, troubleshooting, materials and machine settings. Photo's and tables.
The Effects of Household Fabric Softeners on the Thermal Comfort and Flammability of Cotton and Polyester Fabrics http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-05072003-143334/unrestricted/finalthesis1.pdf: Master of Science thesis examining the effects of household fabric softeners on the thermal comfort and flammability of cotton and polyester fabrics after repeated laundering. Author: Jiangman Guo.
The Effects of Light and Ageing on Selected Quilting Products Containing Adhesives http://digitalcommons.unl.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1000&context=iqscresources: 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.

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