Functional Textiles for Improved Performance, Protection and Health

by N Pan (Editor), G. Sun (Editor)

Overview

The textile industry is increasingly based on ongoing innovation and development of higher performance products, and the field of functional textiles is no exception. This book explores the development of textiles with a wide range of functions, with the aim of improving the performance of the product in terms of the protection and health benefits that it can offer.The book is split into two parts. Part one focuses on functional textiles for improved performance and protection, with chapters reviewing antistatic, flame retardant and infrared functional textiles, among many others. Chapters in part two examine the uses of functional textiles in a medical context, including superhydrophobic materials, antibacterial textiles and insect-repellent materials.With its distinguished editors and contributions from some of the world's leading authorities, Functional textiles for improved performance, protection and health is invaluable for textile scientists, technologists and engineers as well as those designing and manufacturing textiles. It is also a suitable reference for the academic sector. - Examines the use of functional textiles in a medical context, including superhydrophobic materials, antibacterial textiles and insect-repellent materials - Topics range from textile chemicals and their interaction with skin to novel pesticide protective clothing - Considers anti-ultraviolet protection of clothing and flame retardant textiles

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780857092878
Publisher:	Woodhead Publishing, Limited
Publication date:	06/21/2011
Series:	Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	552
File size:	8 MB

About the Author

Dr Ning Pan is a Professor at the University of California, Davis, in the Division of Textiles and Clothing and the Department of Biological/Agricultural Engineering. He has published widely in the areas of mechanics and physics of fibrous materials, and is a Fellow of both ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) and the Textile Institute.

Table of Contents

Contributor contact details Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles Preface Part I: Functional textiles and clothing for improved performance and protection Chapter 1: Improved textile functionality through surface modifications Abstract: 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Types of surface modification 1.3 Physical and chemical characterization of surface modifications 1.4 Applications for functional textiles 1.5 Future trends Chapter 2: Antistatic and conductive textiles Abstract: 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Principles of antistatic and conductive textiles 2.3 The role of antistatic and conductive textiles 2.4 Types of antistatic and conductive textiles 2.5 Evaluation of antistatic and conductive textiles 2.6 Future trends 2.7 Sources of further information and advice Chapter 3: Ultraviolet protection of clothing Abstract: 3.1 Introduction 3.2 In vitro and in vivo testing of the UV protection factor 3.3 Standards for sun-protective clothing 3.4 Type and construction of fabric 3.5 Fabric color, dyes and UV absorbers 3.6 Effects of environment and fabric use on UV protection factor 3.7 Conclusions and outlook Chapter 4: 3D body imaging and fit for functional textiles Abstract: 4.1 Introduction 4.2 3D body imaging – stereovision 4.3 Surface modeling 4.4 Virtual dressing 4.5 Sewability and fit assessment 4.6 Future trends 4.7 Acknowledgement Chapter 5: Flame retardant functional textiles Abstract: 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Factors affecting flammability and thermal behavior of textile fibers and fabrics 5.3 Types, chemistry and mode of action of flame retardant additives 5.4 Flame retardation of textile materials 5.5 Environmental issues related to flame retardants 5.6 Test standards for flame retardant textiles Chapter 6: Functional shape memory textiles Abstract: 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Shape memory mechanisms of SMAs 6.3 Applications of SMAs in textiles 6.4 Shape memory mechanisms of SMPs 6.5 Applications of SMPs in textiles 6.6 Future trends Chapter 7: Thermo-regulating textiles with phase-change materials Abstract: 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Concept of thermal comfort and clothing for cold environments 7.3 How PCMs work 7.4 Thermo-physiological comfort for PCM incorporated textiles 7.5 Different types of PCMs 7.6 Incorporation of PCM in textile structure 7.7 Applications of PCM incorporated textiles 7.8 Challenges of PCM in textiles 7.9 Acknowledgement Chapter 8: Infrared functional textiles Abstract: 8.1 Introduction and overview 8.2 Principles of IR 8.3 FIR therapy 8.4 The role of FIR in relation to functional textiles 8.5 Applications 8.6 Benefits and limitations 8.7 Conclusions and future trends 8.9 Acknowledgements Chapter 9: Functional smart textiles using stimuli-sensitive polymers Abstract: 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Stimuli-sensitive polymers 9.3 Drawbacks and limitations of current SSP/hydrogels 9.4 Smart functional textiles 9.5 Conclusions Chapter 10: Development and design of performance swimwear Abstract: 10.1 Introduction 10.2 Development of performance swimwear 10.3 Biomechanics of swimming 10.4 Effect of innovative swimwear on swimming performance 10.5 Future trends in innovative performance swimwear 10.6 Sources of further information and advice 10.7 Acknowledgements Chapter 11: Key elements of protection for military textiles Abstract: 11.1 Introduction 11.2 Camouflage 11.3 Ballistics 11.4 Toxic chemicals 11.5 Conclusions Chapter 12: Developments in clothing protection technology Abstract: 12.1 Introduction 12.2 Key issues of protective clothing 12.3 Developments in clothing protection 12.4 Future trends Part II: Functional textiles for improved medical and health purposes Chapter 13: New developments in functional medical textiles and their mechanism of action Abstract: 13.1 Introduction 13.2 Extracorporeals and implantables 13.3 Structure and composition: role of functionality in implantables 13.4 The role of biomolecules in conferring bioactive function 13.