TS 111 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Spandex, Animal Fiber, Thermoplastic
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Natural fibers: fibers that come from stems, leaves, animals (ex. Staple fibers: natural length, short fibers, an inch to a couple of inches. Many times we cut them to imitate natural fibers. We blend fibers together to get two characteristics. Spandex goes in fabric to make it stretch and recover (spandex, elastic, lypra) Cotton is liked b/c of comfort, breathability, absorbent, hydrophilic---loves water. Fiber: the smallest part of a fabric o o o o o. Fiber characteristics affect the characteristics and performance of the end product of the end product. Comfort, style, functionality, ease of care, durability o. The ability to melt, this can be an advantage form to be a certain shape. Reported to be finer than cashmere and smoother than silk . 22 colors high demand, limited supply member of the camelid family o. Loro piana byts 13,500-17,500 pounds of vicu a per year.
