Technology : Clothing Trade

The processes of modern clothing manufacture are explained here, alongside the equipment used. Latest developments are described as well as established methods. Manual, mechanised and automated processes are explained and their comparative advantages for certain purposes are considered as well as the applications of computer control and robotics. The Fourth Edition has been updated throughout to reflect advances in technology and a new chapter is now devoted to colour management and colour technology (including a colour section for the first time). There is a new chapter on trouble-shooting in the sewing room, giving practical solutions to common problems. Other significant additions are alternative methods of joining materials (ultrasonics, RF welding and moulding) and new developments in the traditional areas of garment and machinery technology. Students in clothing and fashion as well as garment technologists in the clothing industry will find this an invaluable resource in their increasingly complex role. more...

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Clothing biosensory engineering is a systematic and integrative way of translating consumers’ biological and sensory responses and psychological feelings and preferences about clothing into the perceptual elements of design. It is a link between scientific experimentation and commercial application to develop economic solutions to practical technical problems. This book quantifies the decision-making processes through which physics, mathematics, neurophysiological and engineering techniques are applied to optimally convert resources to meet various sensory requirements. It includes theoretical and experimental observations, computer simulations, test methods and examples of actual product development. more...

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Intelligent textiles and clothing can be defined as those which react to exterior or physiological stimuli. This important book brings together recent research in the area. The book is divided into parts, each one containing an overview chapter followed by specific research and applications. Its main focus is on phase change materials, shape memory textiles, chromic and conductive materials. It is an essential read for anyone wanting to know more about intelligent textiles. more...

Price: $295.00