This work details current advances in assessing the characteristics of polymers, single fibres and fibrous systems, and associated processes based on evolving theories in the physical, chemical and mechanical sciences. It focuses on recent develpments in selected characterization methods - such as Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, Fourier transform nuclear magnetic resonance, electron diffraction, x-ray diffraction and electron microscopy - applicatble to polymers, fibres and textiles.

Assuming a familiarity with the fundamentals of fiber science and textile processes. Modern Textile Characterization Methods focuses on current advances in selected characterization procedures...covers polymer characterization methods that elucidate chemical composition and configuration, morphology, and physicochemical properties...discusses how analytical pyrolysis can help identify small changes in polymers, fibers, and other textile auxiliaries...considers color identification, separation, and purification...examines dyeing thermodynamics, dye compatibility, and dye-fiber interactions...illustrates the use of spectroscopic methods to determine molecular structure, mixture composition, and properties of cross-linking chemicals...describes how pore structures in fibrous networks relate to absorbency and flow-through processes...presents the theoretical basis for measuring the mechanical properties of single fibers directly...analyzes textile attributes such as handle, color, and protective qualities...evaluates the chemical and microbial barrier properties of textiles...and more.

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