Functional and Technical Textiles 1st Edition

Discover the cutting edge of fabric science with Functional and Technical Textiles, 1st Edition by Subhankar Maity, Kunal Singha, and Pintu Pandit. This authoritative guide bridges fundamental principles and practical applications, making it essential for anyone working with smart fabrics, protective textiles, and high-performance materials.

Inside, you’ll find clear explanations of fiber selection, yarn and fabric engineering, advanced finishing techniques, coatings, nanotechnology, and weather- and performance‑related testing. Rich with real-world examples from industries such as sportswear, medical textiles, automotive, aerospace, geotextiles, and protective clothing, the book translates complex science into actionable knowledge for designers, engineers, manufacturers, and researchers.

What sets this volume apart is its balanced focus on both theory and application—detailed coverage of performance parameters and international standards paired with regional insights relevant to textile hubs in India and South Asia. Whether you’re updating curriculum, guiding product development, or evaluating new market opportunities, the book equips you with tools to specify materials, optimize processes, and innovate responsibly with sustainability and compliance in mind.

Practical, up‑to‑date, and clearly written, Functional and Technical Textiles is an indispensable reference for students, industry professionals, and R&D teams seeking to stay competitive in the evolving global technical textiles market. Add this definitive work to your library to sharpen expertise, inspire innovation, and lead product development in functional textiles.

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