Category: Fiber & Textile
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Understanding Home Fabric Burn Tests
By Eman Abdallah Kamel. Eman is a writer and textile engineer. She received her bachelor’s degree in textile science from the Faculty of Applied Arts in Egypt. Here, you will learn about the definition of a fiber burn test at home, its importance, and a comparison of the burn tests of polyester, silk, and cotton.…
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Polyester: Manufacturing process, chemical composition, and Properties
By Eman Abdallah Kamel Eman is a writer and engineer. She received a bachelor’s degree in textile science from Egypt’s Faculty of Applied Arts. In this article, you will learn about polyester fibers, including their chemical composition, manufacturing process, properties, and main applications. Polyester Polyester is one of the most widely used synthetic fibers in…
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Dyeing of Acrylic Fibers with Basic Dyes
By Eman Abdallah Kamel Eman is a writer and engineer. She received her bachelor’s degree in textile science from the Faculty of Applied Arts in Egypt. Here, you will learn about dyeing acrylic with basic dye, including fabric preparation, dye bath preparation, the dyeing process, and the effect factors. Introduction Acrylic is a synthetic polymer…
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Basic Dyes: Types, Properties, Process on Cotton Fabric
By Eman Abdallah Kamel Eman is a writer and engineer. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in textile science from the Faculty of Applied Arts. A basic dye is a cationic dye. Here, you will learn about basic dye chemistry, common types, properties, facts, and the process of dyeing cotton fabric. Basic Dyes Basic dyes are…
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Glass Fiber: Manufacturing Process, Types, and Properties
By Eman Abdallah Kamel Eman is a writer and engineer. She received her bachelor’s degree in textile science from the Faculty of Applied Arts. Glass fiber is an important material. In this article, you will learn the meaning of “glass fiber,” how it is manufactured, its types, properties, and uses. Glass Fiber Glass fiber is…
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Denim Fabric Dyes
By Eman Abdallah Kamel Eman is a writer and engineer. She holds a bachelor’s degree in textile science from the Faculty of Applied Arts. Denim is a strong fabric. In this article, you will learn about the dyes used to dye denim, including indigo, direct, reactive, vat, and sulfur dyes. Denim Fabric Denim is a…
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Denim: Manufacturing Process, Properties, and Types
By Eman Abdallah Kamel Denim Denim is made from 100% cotton and is one of the oldest fabrics in the world. It is the favorite garment of all age groups, and because of its popularity, a lot of development work has been done in the past few decades. Denim fabrics are available in many colors,…
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Carbon Fiber Manufacturing Process
By Eman Abdallah Kamel Eman is a writer and engineer. She received her bachelor’s degree in textile science from the Faculty of Applied Arts in Egypt. This article covers the steps of carbon fiber production, including thermal fixing, carbonization, graphitization, surface treatment, and final processing. Carbon Fiber Carbon fibers are composed of long, tightly intertwined…
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Carbon Fibers: Classification, Properties, Precursor Types, and Uses
By Eman Abdallah Kamel Eman is a writer and engineer. She has her bachelor’s degree in textile science from the College of Applied Arts. Carbon fiber is a remarkable fiber with amazing properties. In this article, you will learn about its classification, properties, raw materials, and uses. Carbon Fibers Carbon fibers are polymers with a…
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Spandex: Production, Properties, and Risks
By Eman Abdallah Kamel Eman is a writer and engineer. She received her bachelor’s degree in textile science from the Faculty of Applied Arts. Spandex is a synthetic fiber. In this article, you will learn about its manufacturing process, properties, and risks to humans and the environment. Spandex Spandex, also known as Lycra, is a…