Cohen, Allen C.

J.J. Pizzuto's fabric science / Fabric science Ingrid Johnson, Fashion Institute of Technology, Allen C. Cohen, Ajoy K. Sarkar, Fashion Institute of Technology. - Eleventh edition. - xix, 380 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cm

Revised edition of: J.J. Pizzuto's Fabric science / Allen C. Cohen, Ingrid Johnson. 2012.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The textile industry -- Fiber characteristics -- Natural and manufactured fibers -- Yarns and sewing threads -- Woven fabrics -- Knitted fabrics -- Other types of textiles -- Textile dyeing -- Textile printing -- Textile finishing -- Textiles and the environment -- Care and renovation of textiles -- Performance, technical, and smart textiles -- Textiles for interiors -- Determining fabric quality -- Guide to fabric selection -- Textile laws, regulations, and trade agreements.

With the increasing emphasis on textiles as a major global industry, this edition continues the tradition of meeting the needs of both students and professionals. Amongst other new material, Cohen and Johnson address the effect of textiles and textile products on the environment throughout the text.

9781628926583

2014049007


Fashion & Accessories--Textile & Costume
Social sciences --Production --Economics --Secondary industries and services

TS1765 / .C64 2015

338.476 COH / 21528