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Textiles & Polymers eBooks

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  • Oil

    A Beginner's Guide

    by Vaclav Smil ...
    Series series Beginner's Guides
    World acclaimed scientist Vaclav Smil reveals everything there is to know about nature's most sought-after resourceIn this fully revised and updated edition, Vaclav Smil reveals everything there is to know about nature's most sought-after resource'There is no author whose books I look forward to more than Vaclav Smil.' Bill GatesOil is the lifeblood of the modern world. Without it, there would be ... Read more

    6,87 €

  • Indigo

    Cultivate, dye, create

    by Douglas Luhanko, Kerstin Neumüller ...
    Discover indigo; one of the most mystical yet widely used dyes in the world. Featuring inspirational images and presented with a luxurious exposed and patterned spine, this book shows you how to grow, extract and dye with indigo.From cowboys’ denim to the jeans in your wardrobe, indigo’s enduring popularity survives to this day. In this practical handbook, learn how to use this powerful pigment to ... Read more

    12,39 €

  • Simulation Methods For Rubber Antivibration Systems

    by Robert Keqi Luo ...
    Rubber-to-metal bonded systems are widely used in industry with long term service, such as in high-speed trains and marine ships. These complex systems are difficult to model and predict. Hence, a comprehensive book for simulation methods in this specialized field is desirable.This book is intended for engineers who work in industry on the simulation, design and applications of rubber anti ... Read more

    62,74 €

  • Get With It in Plastics Technology

    by John Skull ...
    This book offers groundwork material on the vast and complex subject of plastics.Plastics have impacted substantially on all our lives during the past hundred years or so- not always to our benefit, as the book will show. ... Read more

    4,14 €

  • Functional Polymer Blends and Nanocomposites

    Edited by Vikas Mittal ...
    Series series Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology
    Polymer blends and nanocomposites represent an advanced branch of polymer science where the component properties are efficiently enhanced by using various synthetic and processing methodologies. Extensive research focus on these materials in the past decades has resulted in significant know how in tuning their properties and performance. The book aims to present some of these functional polymer ... Read more

    153,58 €

  • Gels Handbook: Fundamentals, Properties, Applications (In 3 Volumes)

    by Utkan Demirci, Ali Khademhosseini ...
    Hydrogels are made from a three-dimensional network of cross linked hydrophilic polymers or colloidal particles that contain a large fraction of water. In recent years, hydrogels have attracted significant attention for a variety of applications in biology and medicine. This has resulted in significant advances in the design and engineering of hydrogels to meet the needs of these applications. ... Read more

    707,33 €

  • Tribology of Natural Fiber Polymer Composites

    by Elsevier Science ...
    Series series Woodhead Publishing Series in Composites Science and Engineering
    Environmental concerns are driving demand for bio-degradable materials such as plant-based natural fiber reinforced polymer composites. These composites are fast replacing conventional materials in many applications, especially in automobiles, where tribology (friction, lubrication and wear) is important. This book covers the availability and processing of natural fiber polymer composites and ... Read more

    171,71 €

  • Home Tanning of Leather and Small Fur Skins

    by R. Frey ...
    This vintage book contains a complete guide to tanning leather, with information on tools and equipment, required materials, different techniques, benefits, common problems, and many other related aspects. Easy-to-digest and full of invaluable tips, this handbook is highly recommended for novice leatherworkers, and would make for a useful addition to collections of leatherworking literature. ... Read more

    6,35 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Leather Bags and Purses

    by Elsie Mochrie ...
    The making of bags and purses with leather is one of the oldest and most universal of its uses. This fascinating book is intended to offer a selection of simple and practical shapes, giving the fullest value to the beauty of the material itself rather than emphasising the decoration. A brilliant book full of helpful diagrams and illustrations, 'Leather Bags and Purses' is the ideal book for anyone ... Read more

    6,35 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Effects of Glucose and Salts on the Wearing Quality of Sole Leather

    by P. L. Wormeley ...
    This is a comprehensive scientific investigation into the effects of glucose and salts on sole leather, originally published by the United States Department of Commerce in 1919. The study is explained in detail and its results presented clearly and concisely with the aid of tables, illustrations, and photographs. This vintage book is recommended or those with an interest in leather boot and shoe ... Read more

    6,35 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • A Guide to Making a Leather Purse - A Collection of Historical Articles on Designs and Methods for Making Purses

    by Various ...
    This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on the subject of leather. The titles in this range include "A Guide to the Decoration of Leather" "Tools ... Read more

    6,35 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Facts Worth Knowing about Leather, Boots and Shoes

    by Anon ...
    This vintage book contains some concise but useful facts about leather, boots, and shoes. Although old, much of the information contained within this volume is timeless and will be of considerable utility to modern readers. From the manufacturing of leather to things to consider when buying leather boots, this volume contains information that will benefit those with an interest in leather footwear ... Read more

    6,35 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Bioactive Carbohydrate Polymers

    Edited by Berit S. Paulsen ...
    Series Book 44 - Proceedings of the Phytochemical Society of Europe
    Bioactive Carbohydrate Polymers is probably the first book dealing with the latest in the field of polysaccharides and related products and their biological activities, especially the immunological effects. The different chapters describe the structure and bioactivity of polysaccharides from plants used in traditional medicine in different parts of the world, especially China, Japan and Europe. ... Read more

    133,55 €

  • Molecular Sieves

    Principles of Synthesis and Identification

    Edited by Rosemarie Szostak ...
    Series series Van Nostrand Reinhold Electrical/Computer Science and Engineering Series

    73,45 €

  • Leather Craft and Design

    by Gladys J. Shaw ...
    Originally published in the 1930s. A beginners guide to leathercraft with many examples of methods and design. Contents Include : The Kinds of Leather Used Design and Methods of Decoration Blind Tooling Staining Modelling Embossing Filling Incising Other Methods of Decoration Lining Making a Lined Gusset Thonging To Thong a Flat Seam Stitching The Fixing of Press Buttons Tassels and Other Finishes ... Read more

    9,11 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Sustainability in Polymer Technology and Plastic Engineering

    Concepts, Strategies, and Opportunities

    Edited by Tamara Tatrishvili, Neha Kanwar Rawat, Swati Gokul Talele, A. K. Haghi ...
    The use of polymer and plastic materials have grown widely in recent years due to their wide ranging applications in both science and engineering. This new volume covers the characterization of modern polymer and plastic materials with functional and sustainable applications in various sectors, providing a comprehensive overview of the engineering properties of polymer composites and plastic ... Read more

    218,66 €

  • Herningsholm og hosebinderne

    by Axel Steensberg ...
    Herregården Herningsholm har en væsentlig plads i historien om Danmark.På baggrund af en omfattende baggrundsviden går forfatteren ind og væver sit historiske kildemateriale om denne centrale midtjyske gård sammen til en levende og spændende fortælling. Dels handler bogen om, hvad det var, der gjorde Herning-egnen til centrum for tekstilindustrien, og dels ser den på, hvordan gårdens hovedbygning ... Read more

    9,95 €

  • Textiles

    For Commercial, Industrial, and Domestic Arts Schools; Also Adapted to Those Engaged in Wholesale and Retail Dry Goods, Wool, Cotton, and Dressmaker’s Trades

    by William H. Dooley ...
    TEXTILESFOR COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL, AND DOMESTIC ARTS SCHOOLS;ALSO ADAPTED TO THOSE ENGAGED IN WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DRY GOODS, WOOL, COTTON, AND DRESSMAKER’S TRADESThis edition features• illustrations• a linked Table of Contents, Footnotes, and IndexCONTENTS (abridged list)CHAPTER I FIBERSAnimal Fibers—Wool, Silk, Mohair. Vegetable—Cotton, Flax, Jute, Hemp. Mineral—Asbestos, Tinsel, Metallic. ... Read more

    3,81 €

  • Natural Products Pharmacology and Phytochemicals for Health Care

    Methods and Principles in Medicinal Chemistry

    Edited by Debarshi Kar Mahapatra, Cristóbal Noé Aguilar, A. K. Haghi ...
    Medicinal chemistry and pharmacology are closely associated fields, and the use of natural products for their medicinal properties is ever-growing. The study of drugs from natural products and their effects on the living body are explored in this volume. The book looks into the research, discovery, and characterization of chemicals that exhibit biological effects. Providing an informative ... Read more

    168,85 €

  • Handbook of Nanofibers and Nanocomposites

    Characteristics, Synthesis, and Applications in Textiles

    by Mohd Yusuf, Aminoddin Haji ...
    Textiles with functional properties such as antimicrobial finishes, drug delivery, ultraviolet resistance, electrical conductivity, superhydrophilicity, superhydrophobicity, self-cleaning, EMI shielding, flame-retardance can be developed with the help of nanotechnology. Nanomaterials can be added to the textile materials at different stages of the production process, including spinning, finishing, ... Read more

    168,85 €

  • Functionalized Engineering Materials and Their Applications

    Edited by Sabu Thomas, Nandakumar Kalarikkal, Pious C. V., Zakiah Ahmad, Józef Tadeusz Haponiuk ...
    Scientists and researchers are looking for new smart materials to replace old or conventional materials for better performance and for new applications. The use of polymeric materials and nanomaterials is increasing due to their wide-spectrum tunability and many properties. It is now easier to formulate materials for special purposes using these materials than using conventional materials and ... Read more

    120,26 €

  • Handbook of Biopolymers

    Advances and Multifaceted Applications

    Edited by Shakeel Ahmed, Suvardhan Kanchi, Gopalakrishnan Kumar ...
    Biopolymers have the potential to cut carbon emissions and reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. The carbon dioxide released when they degrade can be reabsorbed by plants, which makes them close to carbon neutral. Biopolymers are biodegradable and some are compostable, too. This book presents key topics on biopolymers, including their synthesis, characterization, and physiochemical properties, ... Read more

    140,91 €

  • Covalent Organic Frameworks

    by Atsushi Nagai ...
    Rational synthesis of extended arrays of organic matter in bulk, solution, crystals, and thin films has always been a paramount goal of chemistry. The classical synthetic tools to obtain long-range regularity are, however, limited to noncovalent interactions, which usually yield structurally more random products. Hence, a combination of porosity and regularity in organic covalently bonded ... Read more

    111,75 €

  • The Chemistry and Physics of Engineering Materials

    Limitations, Properties, and Models

    Edited by Alexandr A. Berlin, Roman Joswik, Nikolai I. Vatin ...
    This new volume focuses on the limitations, properties, and models in the chemistry and physics of engineering materials that have potential for applications in several disciplines of engineering and science. Contributions range from new methods to novel applications of existing methods.The collection of topics in this volume reflects the diversity of recent advances in chemistry and physics of ... Read more

    159,13 €