Manufactured fibers

Manufactured fibers

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metallized dyes

Textiles; Manufactured fibers

A class of dyes that have metals in their molecular structure. They are applied from an acid bath.

A change in the shape of a specimen, e.g., an increase in length produced as the result of the application of a tensile load or force. Deformation may be immediate or delayed, and the latter may be ...

embossing

Textiles; Manufactured fibers

A calendering process for producing raised or projected figures or designs in relief on fabric surfaces. Embossed surfaces are usually produced on fabrics by engraved, heated rollers that give a ...

drawing

Textiles; Manufactured fibers

1. The process of attenuating or increasing the length per unit weight of laps, slivers, slubbings, or rovings. 2. The hot or cold stretching of continuous filament yarn or tow to align and arrange ...

dye range

Textiles; Manufactured fibers

A broad term referring to the collection of dye and chemical baths, drying equipment, etc., in a continuous-dyeing line.

extruder

Textiles; Manufactured fibers

1. Generally a machine in which molten or semisoft materials are forced under pressure through a die to form continuous tubes, sheets, or fibers. It may consist of a barrel, heating elements, a ...