Cotton: Science and Technology
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ISBN-13: 978 1 84569 026 7 December 2006 568 pages  234 x 156mm  hardback   Edited by S Gordon, CSIRO Textile and Fibre Technology, Australia and Y L Hsieh, University of California, USA Woodhead Textiles Series No. 59 …provides a comprehensive analysis of the key scientific and technological advances. Melliand International  - summarises key scientific and technological issues in ensuring cotton quality  - discusses the fundamental chemical and physical structure of cotton  - individual chapters focus on spinning, knitting and weaving technologies  - an essential reference for all those concerned with the manufacture and quality control of cotton Despite the increased variety of manufactured fibres available to the textile industry, demand for cotton remains high because of its suitability on the basis of price, quality and comfort across a wide range of textile products. Cotton producing nations are also embracing sustainable production practices to meet growing consumer demand for sustainable resource production. This important book provides a comprehensive analysis of the key scientific and technological advances that ensure the quality of cotton is maintained from the field to fabric. The first part of the book discusses the fundamental chemical and physical structure of cotton and its various properties. Advice is offered on measuring and ensuring the quality of cotton fibre. Building on these basics, Part two analyses various means for producing cotton such as genetic modification and organic production. Chapters focus on spinning, knitting and weaving technologies as well as techniques in dyeing. The final section of the book concludes with chapters concerned with practical aspects within the industry such as health and safety issues and recycling methods for used cotton. Written by an array of international experts within the field, Cotton: science and technology is an essential reference for all those concerned with the manufacture and quality control of cotton.               This Web Page Created with PageBreeze Free HTML Editor