Raw Silk Properties (Classic Reprint): Classification of Raw Silk and Silk Throwing - Couverture souple

Seem, Warren P.

 
9781332756308: Raw Silk Properties (Classic Reprint): Classification of Raw Silk and Silk Throwing

Synopsis

Unlock the science behind raw silk with this detailed reference to classification and throwing. This edition presents practical standards, test methods, and interpretive guidance for understanding raw silk properties, including cohesion, winding quality, and skein formation. It combines step‑by‑step procedures with notes that help you apply the results to real‑world production and quality control.


From how to prepare test cards and run cohesion and winding tests to how to read and use classification notes for Italian, Japanese, and Chinese silk, this book offers a clear framework for evaluating silk quality. It also covers the American Standard Silk Skein specification, equipment descriptions, and the relationship between physical properties and performance in weaving.



  • How to set up standardized tests and maintain consistent environmental conditions

  • Methods for assessing cohesion, tenacity, elongation, and evenness

  • Guidance on skein formation, reel design, and traversal mechanics for uniform results

  • Notes on interpreting test results and applying them to grading and contracts


Ideal for buyers, designers, and technicians working with raw silk and silk throwing in a production or quality‑control setting.

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9789354015557: Raw silk properties; classification of raw silk and silk throwing

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  9354015557 ISBN 13 :  9789354015557
Editeur : Alpha Edition, 2020
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