Handbook of Natural Fibres
Volume 2: Processing and Applications| By: | Author |
| Publisher: | Elsevier S & T |
| Print ISBN: | 9780128187821 |
| eText ISBN: | 9780128190708 |
| Edition: | 2 |
| Copyright: | 2020 |
| Format: | Reflowable |
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The Handbook of Natural Fibres: Volume Two, Processing and Applications, Second Edition provides detailed coverage of the latest processing techniques and industrial applications of a wide range of natural fibers. Natural fibrous resources, both lignocellulosic and protein ones, are renewable, biodegradable, and nontoxic, making them an important source of sustainable textile solutions. A broad range of sources of natural fibers are covered in the book, including flax, hemp, bast, jute, coir, linen, cotton and silk. This wealth of expert information provides a uniquely detailed reference for the processing, characterization, selection and application of natural fibers.
- Connects natural fibers to a wide range of industries, including construction, automotive, packaging and medical
- Helps readers appraise natural fibers on the basis of their mechanical, electrokinetic, antimicrobial or flame retardant qualities
- Provides a rare glimpse of emerging manufacturing methods for silk