Materials and Technology for Sportswear and Performance Apparel
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| Rating | : | 4.53 (518 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1138748358 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 305 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-02-26 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"I like." according to Daniel Loera. Very informative, I like.. Five Stars Great reference book for anyone working/designing with performance sportswear.
Using examples of leading brands, it outlines the basic terminology, structural details, and essential properties appropriate for performance apparel, especially for sportswear. Implementing materials, performance, technology, and design and marketing, the book examines this rapidly emerging textile market and outlines future directions and growing trends. The authors present key research outcomes on the design and development of functional apparel designed for high-performance sportswear that explore smart materials, impact-resistant fabrics and pressure sensing. Materials and Technology for Sportswear and Performance Apparel takes a close look at thedesign and development of functional apparel designed for high-performance sportswear. This book describes the differences between woven and knitted structures, provides an understanding of fabric behavior and the characteristics of a functional ga
In 1997 he took up the post of senior lecturer (manufacturing technology) within the Department of Clothing Design and Technology at Manchester Metropolitan University. As principal lecturer for technology since 2008 he has been responsible for the management and development of technology provision for all aspects of learning and teaching, research and en
… A must have book for any student going in the sportswear industry."Catherine Black, Washington State University, Pullman, USA"The contents and topics chosen for this book are appropriate and have covered a wide range of areas, and reflected the authors’ research strength and expertise… useful for both students and industrial readers, I believe that such materials will raise a lot of interests from both academics and industries, for both teaching and product development purposes."Ningtao Mao, School of Design, University of Leeds, UK. "Reading this book will help students understand the sportswear industr