Manufactured fibers

Manufactured fibers

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highloft

Textiles; Manufactured fibers

General term for a fiber structure containing more air than fiber. Specifically, a lofty, low-density nonwoven structure that is used for applications such as fiberfill, insulation, health care, ...

herringbone

Textiles; Manufactured fibers

A broken twill weave characterized by a balanced zigzag effect produced by having the rib run first to the right and then to the left for an equal number of threads.

hemp

Textiles; Manufactured fibers

A coarse, durable bast fiber of Cannabis sativa found all over the world. Used primarily for twines, cordage, halyards, and tarred riggings.

hemicelluloses

Textiles; Manufactured fibers

The principal noncellulosic polysaccharides in wood. Wood contains 28 to 35% hemicelluloses, the balance being cellulose and lignin.

helix angle

Textiles; Manufactured fibers

1. The angle formed by the path of a ply and the major axis in a yarn or tire cord. 2. The angle between the tangent to a yarn and the minor axis of the package on which it is wound. Also called ...