Polyolefin Fibres

Polyolefin Fibres: Structure, Properties and Industrial Applications, Second Edition, explores one of the most widely used commercial polymers, with a focus on the most important polyolefins, namely polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyolefin bicomponent fibres. These versatile fibres are durable, chemically resistant, lightweight, economical, and functional. This new edition has been updated and expanded to include cutting-edge research on a broad range of advanced applications.Part I covers the structure and properties of polyolefin fibres, incorporating a new chapter on the environmental aspects of polyolefin use. Part II examines the methods for improving the functionality of polyolefins, providing essential information for those engaged in developing high-performance materials. A final group of chapters addresses how polyolefin fibres can be incorporated into specific textile applications, such as automotive, geotextile, biomedical, and hygiene products, and explores potential future development.This book is an essential reference for textile technologists and manufacturers, polymer and fibre scientists, yarn and fabric manufacturers, biomedical and device engineers, and industrialists and researchers.
- Introduces the types, properties and structure of polyolefin fibers for readers new to the polyolefins field- Examines methods to improve the functionality of polyolefin fibers, providing essential information for textile technologists and research and development managers engaged in developing high-performance materials- Presents existing and potential applications of polyolefin fibers, exploring how they can expand the range of commercial polyolefin-based products

Part 1: Structure and properties of polyolefin fibers1. Types of polyolefin fibers2. The structural and chemical properties of polyolefin fibers3. The structural mechanics of polyolefin fibrous materials and (nano)composites4. The structure and mechanics of Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyolefins (UHMWPO)5. Polyolefins and the environmentPart II: Improving the functionality of polyolefins6. Production methods for polyolefin fibers7. Enhancing hygiene/antimicrobial properties of polyolefins8. Improving the use of polyolefins in nonwovens9. Testing and quality control of polyolefins10. Polyolefin nanocomposite fibers and films11. Improving the colouration/dyeability of polyolefin fibersPart III: Enhanced applications and uses of polyolefin fibers12. Improving wear resistance of polyolefins13. Improving thermal and flame resistance properties of polyolefins14. Polyolefin-based protective textiles15. Automotive components composed of polyolefins16. The use of polyolefins in geotextiles and engineering applications17. Biomedical applications18. Use of polyolefins in hygienic applications