by Kenneth Lyngaas
on August 25, 2016
Asbestoses are modified natural fibres. Long regarded as a wonder material for its good thermal and electrical insulation abilities, it has been recognised as a dangerous substance because of its tendency to cause lung cancer. Read more..
by Kenneth Lyngaas
on October 19, 2016
Crimp refers to waves, bends, twists or curls along the fibre length. It is expressed as crimps per unit length. Some natural fibers are linear, others form two-dimensional or three-dimensional crimps. Crimped fibers tend to have higher elongation than linear fibers.
by Kenneth Lyngaas
on August 17, 2016
After size, fiber length is the most important property of a fiber. Fiber length is critical in processing of fibers and yarns and in the translation of fiber strength to yarn strength. In general, a longer fiber length is preferred. Read more..
by Kenneth Lyngaas
on June 25, 2017
Glucose is a simple sugar, or monosaccharide, formula C6H12O6. This six-carbon carbohydrate is the main source of energy for animals and plants.
by Kenneth Lyngaas
on September 12, 2016
International year of natural fibers 2009 Declared by the United Nations, the IYNF expected to raise awareness and cause supply for natural fibers. Objectives are encouragement of appropriate policy responses from governments to the problems faced by natural fiber. Read more..
by Kenneth Lyngaas
on September 19, 2016
Natural fibers are any hair-like raw material directly obtainable through an animal, vegetable, or mineral source that can be convertible, after spinning, into yarns and then into woven cloth.Read more..
by Kenneth Lyngaas
on September 22, 2016
The synthetic fibre known as rayon produced from regenerated cellulose wood pulp that has been chemically treated. Fabrics made of rayon are strong, highly absorbent, and soft; they drape well and can be mixed in brilliant, long-lasting colors. Read more..
by Kenneth Lyngaas
on October 10, 2016
by Kenneth Lyngaas
on August 17, 2016
Textile substrate Textile substrate is a term used to describe a substance witch upon an enzyme reacts (surface treatments) In other words, compounds that undergo reactions with enzymes. Included are different colorants dyes, natural sizing and thickener materials, such as starches and cellulose derivatives, etc. The common textile substrates for enzymes are natural fibres. However, [...]
