A filament is an incredibly or indefinitely long fibre. Silk thread exemplifies a natural filament. Manufactured fibers are transformed into filaments through pressing, and they are subsequently trimmed to achieve the desired length.
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Fibre
Fibre is a set of long thread-like molecules that form the essential elements of textiles. We define a fibre as having a length of at least 100 times its width or diameter. To be spun into a yarn, the fibre …
Two-Shaft Weaving
Two-shaft weaving is the same as a single weave, i.e. the warp and weft cross over and under each other, giving a straight and straightforward structure.
Percale, Seersucker and Canvas are examples of woven fabrics in two-shaft.
Plain Weave
Plain weave is the simplest and most widely used weave. The warp and weft threads cross in this weave, alternating over and under each other. It is a 1 x 1 weave, which means it is the same on both …
Down
Down is the soft, delicate and insulating layer of feathers that covers the bodies of birds, especially waterfowl such as ducks and geese. We often use down feathers as an insulating material in clothing, such as down jackets, and sleeping …
Nonwoven
Nonwoven is an umbrella term for materials that are neither knitted nor woven but held together by mechanical, chemical or thermal (heat-based) methods. The material can then be treated in different ways to obtain desirable properties. For example, it can …
