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Inhaltsverzeichnis Contributor contact details Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles Preface Part I: Functional textiles and clothing for improved performance and protection Chapter 1: Improved textile functionality through surface modifications Abstract: 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Types of surface modification 1.3 Physical and chemical characterization of surface modifications 1.4 Applications for functional textiles 1.5 Future trends Chapter 2: Antistatic and conductive textiles Abstract: 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Principles of antistatic and conductive textiles 2.3 The role of antistatic and conductive textiles 2.4 Types of antistatic and conductive textiles 2.5 Evaluation of antistatic and conductive textiles 2.6 Future trends 2.7 Sources of further information and advice Chapter 3: Ultraviolet protection of clothing Abstract: 3.1 Introduction 3.2 In vitro and in vivo testing of the UV protection factor 3.3 Standards for sun-protective clothing 3.4 Type and construction of fabric 3.5 Fabric color, dyes and UV absorbers 3.6 Effects of environment and fabric use on UV protection factor 3.7 Conclusions and outlook Chapter 4: 3D body imaging and fit for functional textiles Abstract: 4.1 Introduction 4.2 3D body imaging - stereovision 4.3 Surface modeling 4.4 Virtual dressing 4.5 Sewability and fit assessment 4.6 Future trends 4.7 Acknowledgement Chapter 5: Flame retardant functional textiles Abstract: 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Factors affecting flammability and thermal behavior of textile fibers and fabrics 5.3 Types, chemistry and mode of action of flame retardant additives 5.4 Flame retardation of textile materials 5.5 Environmental issues related to flame retardants 5.6 Test standards for flame retardant textiles Chapter 6: Functional shape memory textiles Abstract: 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Shape memory mechanisms of SMAs 6.3 Applications of SMAs in textiles 6.4 Shape memory mechanisms of SMPs 6.5 Applications of SMPs in textiles 6.6 Future trends Chapter 7: Thermo-regulating textiles with phase-change materials Abstract: 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Concept of thermal comfort and clothing for cold environments 7.3 How PCMs work 7.4 Thermo-physiological comfort for PCM incorporated textiles 7.5 Different types of PCMs 7.6 Incorporation of PCM in textile structure 7.7 Applications of PCM incorporated textiles 7.8 Challenges of PCM in textiles 7.9 Acknowledgement Chapter 8: Infrared functional textiles Abstract: 8.1 Introduction and overview 8.2 Principles of IR 8.3 FIR therapy 8.4 The role of FIR in relation to functional textiles 8.5 Applications 8.6 Benefits and limitations 8.7 Conclusions and future trends 8.9 Acknowledgements Chapter 9: Functional smart textiles using stimuli-sensitive polymers Abstract: 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Stimuli-sensitive polymers 9.3 Drawbacks and limitations of current SSP/hydrogels 9.4 Smart functional textiles 9.5 Conclusions Chapter 10: Development and design of performance swimwear Abstract: 10.1 Introduction 10.2 Development of performance swimwear 10.3 Biomech...
