Table of Contents

Part 1 Introduction to yarn spinning and structure: Overview of developments in yarn spinning technology; Fundamental principles of ring spinning of yarns; Fundamental principles of open end spinning of yarns; Blending and composite yarn spinning; Yarn structure and properties from different spinning techniques; Yarn structural requirements for knitted and woven fabrics. Part 2 Advances in particular yarn spinning technologies: Developments in ring spinning; Siro and solo spinning of yarns; Compact spinning technology for yarns; Rotor spinning of yarns; Friction spinning of yarns; Air-jet spinning of yarns; Hollow spindle spinning of yarns; Self-twist spinning of yarns; Minimizing fibre damage caused by spinning; Spin finishes for textiles.

About the Author

Carl Lawrence is a Professor of Textile Engineering at the University of Leeds. He has 12 years industrial experience, in materials research. To date, he has published numerous scientific papers and book chapters dealing with yarn and fabric formation. His research interests include fibre processing, in particular unconventional spinning methods with wider interests in fibres and technical textiles.