J.J. Pizzuto's Fabric Science Swatch Kit, 11th Edition reinforces the study of textiles for students in fashion design, merchandising, interior design, product development and home furnishings. The kit contains 114 (2"x 3") fabric samples, a fabric key, 40 special assignments, heavy-weight sample sheets to mount and analyze fabrics, and a pick glass - all contained in a three-ring binder. The swatches are organized in the order in which they are covered in the text: fibers, yarns, weaves, knits, dyeing, printing and finishes. Swatches represent the types of fabrics currently available to fashion and interior designers in the field, making this resource an excellent addition to any professional library. ~The text contains instructions and a new video tutorial that takes students through the process of assembling their swatch kit and using a pick glass. ~A Fabric Key identifies the swatches by number and fabric name, description and fiber content. ~Assignments are designed to reinforce the text and classroom lectures and have been developed by FIT instructors to broaden student's understanding of key concepts in textiles through hands-on labs and problem solving activities. ~Students will successfully develop keen observation, analysis and report writing skills. ~Fabric Science Swatch Kit is an ideal companion to Fabric Science, 11th Edition (ISBN 9781501395369) or can also be used alone or in conjunction with any textiles textbook. New to this Edition ~New STUDIO includes a new video tutorial explaining how to assemble the Swatch Kit and use a pick glass ~New smart textiles, performance fabrics, knits, and sustainable swatches added to the kit ~Instructor's Resources now include a new Fabric Sample Answer Sheet with filled-in fabric pages for easy grading Fabric Science Swatch Kit STUDIO Resources ~Review concepts with fabric flashcards including 10x magnified views of all swatches and fabric details ~Watch videos with step-by-step demonstrations on how to compile the swatch kit ~Access a Quick Fabric Swatch Guide featuring each of the 114 swatches with its name and number Instructor's Resources ~ Instructor's Swatch Set including 7" x 12" samples of each fabric (ISBN 9781501313677) ~ Instructor's Guide ~ Fabric Sample Answer Sheet PDF with filled-in fabric pages for easy grading ~ PowerPoint Presentations including front, back and 10x magnified views of each fabric swatch PLEASE NOTE: Purchasing ISBN 9781628926576 does not include access to the STUDIO resources that accompany this text. To receive free access to the STUDIO content with new copies of this book, please purchase the Book + STUDIO access card bundle ISBN 9781501316517. STUDIO Instant Access (ISBN 9781501316692) can also be purchased or rented separately on www.BloomsburyFashionCentral.com.

With an increased emphasis on textiles as a major global industry, the tenth edition of this best-selling book continues to meet the needs of both students and professionals in the textile, fashion, and related industries. Based on their combined experience in both education and the industry, Cohen and Johnson provide readers with a comprehensive text about the design, structure, and application of textiles. The range of information is exceptionally broad, and includes basic fiber makeup, fiber innovation, the formation of fabrics, quality issues, and laws that regulate textiles; updated topics include environmental responsibility, nanotechnology and innovations in industrial textiles. The authors also provide readers with information regarding textile-related trade and professional associations and career opportunities in design, production, marketing, merchandising, apparel and home products.

Forensic Textile Science provides an introduction to textile science, emphasizing the terminology of the discipline and offering detailed coverage of the ways textile damage analysis can be used in forensics. Part One introduces textiles and their role in forensics, including chapters on fibers, yarns and fabrics, garment types and construction, and household textiles. Part Two covers analysis of textile damage in a forensic context. Key topics include textile degradation and natural damage, weapon and impact damage, textile ripping, and ballistic damage. This book is an important reference point for all those interested in textile damage and the role of textiles in forensics, including academics, post-graduate students, and forensic scientists. - Offers various perspectives on forensic textile science from an international team of contributors - Provides wide-ranging coverage of textile damage analysis in the context of forensic investigations - Includes chapters on fibers, yarns and fabrics, garment types and construction, and household textiles

This major textbook is designed for students studying textiles and fashion at higher and undergraduate level, as well as those needing a comprehensive and authoritative overview of textile materials and processes. The first part of the book reviews the main types of natural and synthetic fibres and their properties. Part two provides a systematic review of the key processes involved first in converting fibres into yarns and then transforming yarns into fabrics. Part three discusses the range of range of finishing techniques for fabrics. The final part of the book looks specifically at the transformation of fabric into apparel, from design and manufacture to marketing. With contributions from leading experts in their fields, this major book provides the definitive one-volume guide to textile manufacture. - Provides comprehensive coverage of the types and properties of textile fibres to yarn and fabric manufacture, fabric finishing, apparel production and fashion - Focused on the needs of college and undergraduate students studying textiles or fashion courses - Each chapter ends with a summary to emphasise key points, a comprehensive self-review section, and project ideas are also provided

With the increasing emphasis on textiles as a major global industry, Fabric Science, 9th Edition continues the long tradition of meeting the needs of both students and professionals in the textile, fashion and related industries. The best-selling introductory text is for students and professionals who need a solid understanding of basic textiles. Amongst other new material, Cohen and Johnson address the effect of textiles and textile products on the environment throughout the text. They address the variety of career opportunities in the design, production, marketing, and merchandising of textiles, apparel, and home products associated with the world of textiles. New to this Edition --New chapter "Textiles and the Environment" and discussions throughout the text on the effect of textiles and textile products on the environment -- New section entitled Industrial Fabrics focusing on fabrics engineered to meet special performance requirements such as seat belts (transportation), bandages (medical), protective clothing (safety), inflatable building (construction) -- Pronunciations of fiber names in other languages -- Four-color throughout including new and revised line drawings -- New section "Speaking of Textiles" - includes list of phrases relating to textiles and textile products used specifically in the industry -- More comprehensive coverage of nanotechnology -- CD-ROM includes study questions to encourage direct application of the material covered and assignments to provide a learning experience with practical industry application -- Instructor's Guide provides suggestions for planning the course and using the text in the classroom -- PowerPoint® Presentation includes lecture slide and four-color front and back views of fabric swatches in the Fabric Science Swatch Kit, 9th Edition

Specialist yarn, woven and fabric structures are key elements in the manufacturing process of many different types of textiles with a variety of applications. This book explores a number of different specialist structures, discussing the developments in technology and manufacturing processes that have taken place in recent years.With its distinguished editor and international team of contributors, Specialist yarn, woven and fabric structures is essential reading for all textile researchers, technicians, engineers and technologies, and will also be suitable for academic purposes. - Looks at developments that have occurred in the manufacturing of specialist yarn, weave and fabric structures - Discusses different types of specialist yarn structures, such as hybrid, fancy and compound yarns - Offers insight into multicomponent fabric structures such as 3D nonwovens, flocked, knotted and jacquard woven fabrics

An extraordinary and challenging synthesis of ideas uniting Quantum Theory, and the theories of Computation, Knowledge and Evolution, Deutsch's extraordinary book explores the deep connections between these strands which reveal the fabric of realityin which human actions and ideas play essential roles.

Leaves are all around us—in backyards, cascading from window boxes, even emerging from small cracks in city sidewalks given the slightest glint of sunlight. Perhaps because they are everywhere, it’s easy to overlook the humble leaf, but a close look at them provides one of the most enjoyable ways to connect with the natural world. A lush, incredibly informative tribute to the leaf, Nature’s Fabric offers an introduction to the science of leaves, weaving biology and chemistry with the history of the deep connection we feel with all things growing and green. Leaves come in a staggering variety of textures and shapes: they can be smooth or rough, their edges smooth, lobed, or with tiny teeth. They have adapted to their environments in remarkable, often stunningly beautiful ways—from the leaves of carnivorous plants, which have tiny “trigger hairs” that signal the trap to close, to the impressive defense strategies some leaves have evolved to reduce their consumption. (Recent studies suggest, for example, that some plants can detect chewing vibrations and mobilize potent chemical defenses.) In many cases, we’ve learned from the extraordinary adaptations of leaves, such as the invention of new self-cleaning surfaces inspired by the slippery coating found on leaves. But we owe much more to leaves, and Lee also calls our attention back to the fact that that our very lives—and the lives of all on the planet—depend on them. Not only is foliage is the ultimate source of food for every living thing on land, its capacity to cycle carbon dioxide and oxygen can be considered among evolution’s most important achievements—and one that is critical in mitigating global climate change. Taking readers through major topics like these while not losing sight of the small wonders of nature we see every day—if you’d like to identify a favorite leaf, Lee’s glossary of leaf characteristics means you won’t be left out on a limb—Nature’s Fabric is eminently readable and full of intriguing research, sure to enhance your appreciation for these extraordinary green machines.

Fibres usually experience tensile loads whether they are used for apparel or technical structures. Their form, which is long and fine, makes them some of the strongest materials available as well as very flexible. This book provides a concise and authoritative overview of tensile behaviour of a wide range of both natural and synthetic fibres used both in textiles and high performance materials.After preliminary chapters that introduce the reader to tensile properties, failure and testing of fibres, the book is split into two parts. Part one examines tensile properties and failure of natural fibres, such as cotton, hemp, wool and silk. Part two discusses the tensile properties and failure of synthetic fibres ranging from polyamide, polyester and polyethylene fibres to carbon fibres. Many chapters also provide a general background to the fibre, including the manufacture, microstructure, factors that affect tensile properties as well as methods to improve tensile failure.With its distinguished editor and array of international contributors, Handbook of tensile properties of textile and technical fibres is an important reference for fibre scientists, textile technologists and engineers, as well as those in academia. - Provides an overview of tensile behaviour of a wide range of both natural and synthetic fibres - Examines tensile characterisitics, tensile failure of textiles fibres and factors that affect tensile properties - Discusses mircostructures and each type of fibre from manufacture to finished product