Document Type : Original Article
Authors
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Benha University, Faculty of Applied Arts, Textile Printing, Dyeing and Finishing Department, Benha, Egypt
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Tanta University, Faculty of Applied Arts, Printing, Dyeing and Finishing Department, Tanta, Egypt
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Tanta University, Faculty of Applied Arts, Textile Printing, Dyeing and Finishing Department, Tanta, Egypt
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National Research Centre (NRC), Textile Research and Technology Institute (TRTI), Pre-treatment and Finishing of Cellulose based Textiles Department (PFCTD), El-Behouth St. (former El-Tahrir str.), Dokki, P.O. 12622, Giza, Egypt
Abstract
Synthetic fiber industry has been enforced to make developments due to the increasing performance demand from textile products. One of the most important developments in synthetic fiber industry, is absolutely producing extremely fine fibers which are named as microfibers. Microfibers provide light weight, softness, good drapability, high water absorbency, quick dry and many distinguishing properties for different end uses such as apparel, sportswear and home furnishing. Microfibers can be woven or knitted into a variety of fabrics structures. This literature review microfibres, including their general proprties, classification, manufacturing processes, numerous forms of the fiber, and applications.
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