Cotton Fiber Quality

Cotton Fiber Quality
Author: Hazem Fouda
Publisher: Delve Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-11
Genre:
ISBN: 9781773611976

The market value of cotton is largely determined by a subjective evaluation of a limited number of quality parameters such as: Grade, Length, and Fineness. Cotton is classed to determine its grade, which indicates the spinning value and utility, and hence the market value or price. Farmers are interested in the classification of cotton by grade to evaluate production, harvesting, and ginning practices, in order to market their cotton profitably, on the other hand, merchants could efficiently buy and sell cotton in accordance with grade.The world wide spread of High Volume Instrument (HVI) testing systems, with their ability to provide rapid and economical measurements of the most important cotton fiber properties, has stimulated efforts to obtain the maximum benefits from these systems.There is a direct correlation between the quality of raw material and the end products. The lower quality of cotton fibers means the lower quality of yarn produced from such a raw material. High quality cotton blends are superior with respect to properties such as length, fineness, elongation, and brightness, sufficiently mature and without any trash particles and displaying a high capacity of spinning consistency.It's worth to say that we are in a need for the visual classification, as it is suitable for application in the local marketing system, as producer sells seed cotton. While using the fiber quality index (FQI) comes in a following step, as it is suitable for application in the international marketing system, as traders sells lint cotton.The present investigations are subjected to study the relationship between the HVI fiber properties and yarn quality to evaluate the actual value of the cotton fibers. Besides determining the relative importance or contribution percentage of each fiber property to the yarn quality and suggesting a statistical approach for calculating a Fiber Quality Index (FQI). In Addition to study the effect of variety, location and seed cotton level on the fiber quality index of the Egyptian cotton.Also to clarify the effect of both genotype and environment on the HVI cotton fiber properties of some Egyptian cotton varieties and its yarn quality. Besides, introducing some new variables fiber quality index (FQI) for determining the actual value of cotton using the HVI fiber properties. This FQI defined the desirable properties of cotton that allow the production of the best quality yarn in particular manufacturing system.New FQIs (Fiber Quality Indices) equations, Lea Product value predicting equation, and a New Leaf Grade equation was obtained, beside studying Card Waste (%) effect on color attributes.

Cotton Fibres

Cotton Fibres
Author: Stuart Gordon
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017
Genre: Cotton textiles
ISBN: 9781536109139

Cottons importance as a crop and as a textile fibre is still significant. However, its importance has been and will continue to be seriously challenged by the growth in consumption of man-made fibre, particularly polyester. This book is divided into three parts. The first part, covering seven chapters, describes the chemical and physical properties of cotton fibre. These chapters focus on the differences between cotton and polyester fibre properties, and highlight areas researchers will need to pursue to keep cotton competitive. Two lesser discussed properties receive attention: Cotton fibres wax layer and cotton celluloses glass transition temperature. The hydrophobic wax layer that protects cotton during mechanical processing and aids the dispersal of its seed by water, has been central in the development of the spinning technology used by cotton and polyester fibre alike. The wax provides lubrication between the fibre surface and the processing surfaces during opening, carding and spinning. The chapter on cotton celluloses glass transition temperature introduces the less appreciated concept that cottons cellulose can be plasticised at particular temperatures and moisture contents, wherein cottons mechanical properties, e.g. elongation to break, can be improved. The range of fibre property values and the variation found in cotton stand as markers for future researchers to improve by way of plant and crop management, breeding (including genetic modification), and chemical processing. Long standing objectives include longer, stronger and finer fibre, which all translate to better looking and performing yarn and fabric. However, properties that give cotton fabric improved resilience, drape and dyed-colour appearance also stand as objectives to improve cottons competitiveness. The second part of the book introduces uses of cotton that are less considered; cotton nonwovens, bandages impregnated with natural anti-microbial agents and cellulose aerogels are products with excellent potential, and deserve further research and development. Standard textile products are not discussed in this section. These are discussed in the third and final part of the book. The final four chapters focus on the current performance of cotton in different apparel and home furnishing markets, in the commodity marketplace, and in spinning and dyeing. These final chapters point to a challenging future for cotton if the industry and its researchers curtail their pursuit of better crop productivity, fibre quality, processing technology and product development.

Cotton Science and Processing Technology

Cotton Science and Processing Technology
Author: Hua Wang
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 565
Release: 2020-11-08
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9811591695

This book summarizes all different fields of cotton fiber, including genetics, fiber chemistry, soft materials, textile, and fashion engineering. It also contains some new applications such as biomaterials, nanocoated smart fabrics, and functional textiles. Moreover, the significant improvement recently in gene modification and gene technology is introduced. This book discusses all these aspects in a more straightforward way, and new illustrations will help readers to understand the contents. It is intended for undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in cotton science and processing technologies, researchers investigating the updated applications of cotton in various fields as well as industrialists who want to have a quick review of the cotton and its different stages.

Cotton Physiology

Cotton Physiology
Author: Jack R. Mauney
Publisher:
Total Pages: 840
Release: 1986
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

Handbook of Tensile Properties of Textile and Technical Fibres

Handbook of Tensile Properties of Textile and Technical Fibres
Author: A. R. Bunsell
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 689
Release: 2009-10-19
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1845696808

Fibres usually experience tensile loads whether they are used for apparel or technical structures. Their form, which is long and fine, makes them some of the strongest materials available as well as very flexible. This book provides a concise and authoritative overview of tensile behaviour of a wide range of both natural and synthetic fibres used both in textiles and high performance materials.After preliminary chapters that introduce the reader to tensile properties, failure and testing of fibres, the book is split into two parts. Part one examines tensile properties and failure of natural fibres, such as cotton, hemp, wool and silk. Part two discusses the tensile properties and failure of synthetic fibres ranging from polyamide, polyester and polyethylene fibres to carbon fibres. Many chapters also provide a general background to the fibre, including the manufacture, microstructure, factors that affect tensile properties as well as methods to improve tensile failure.With its distinguished editor and array of international contributors, Handbook of tensile properties of textile and technical fibres is an important reference for fibre scientists, textile technologists and engineers, as well as those in academia. - Provides an overview of tensile behaviour of a wide range of both natural and synthetic fibres - Examines tensile characterisitics, tensile failure of textiles fibres and factors that affect tensile properties - Discusses mircostructures and each type of fibre from manufacture to finished product

Cotton

Cotton
Author: C. Wayne Smith
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 882
Release: 1999-08-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780471180456

Here is a vital new source of "need-to-know" information for cotton industry professionals. Unlike other references that focus solely on growing the crop, this book also emphasizes the cotton industry as a whole, and includes material on the nature of cotton fibers and their processing; cotton standards and classification; and marketing strategies.

Cotton Fiber: Physics, Chemistry and Biology

Cotton Fiber: Physics, Chemistry and Biology
Author: David D. Fang
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 222
Release: 2018-11-20
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9783030008703

Cotton fiber is the most important natural fiber used in the textile industry. The physical structure and chemical compositions of cotton fibers have been extensively studied. Newer high speed spinning instruments are being deployed around the world that demand longer, stronger and finer fibers. Consequently, genetic improvement in fiber quality has been stressed. With improvement in fiber quality has come the realization that further fiber improvement will require a better understanding of fiber development and biology. As a consequence, cotton fiber developmental biology, genetics and genomics have become focal points in the cotton research community. As the longest single-celled plant hair, cotton fiber has been used as an experiment model to study trichome initiation and elongation in plants. This book provides a comprehensive update on cotton fiber physics, chemistry and biology that form the three sections of the book. In the physics section, the physical structure of cotton fiber is first illustrated in great detail. Then a suite of fiber properties and their measuring methods are described. The pros and cons of each method are outlined. New methods to measure physical properties of single fiber and young developing fibers are included. In the chemistry section, the chemical compositions of cotton fibers are described in detail. This knowledge is necessary for efficient modification of cotton fibers for better and broader utilization. The advancement in cotton fiber modification using chemical and enzymatic methods opened new ways to utilize cotton fibers. In the biology section, the book first introduces the utilization of naturally occurring color cottons. Color cottons possess unique attributes such as better fire retardant ability. Advancement in understanding fiber color genetics and biochemical pathways and new utilization of color cottons are discussed. Recent technological advancements in molecular biology and genomics have enabled us to study fiber development in great depth. Many genes and quantitative trait loci related to fiber quality attributes have been identified and genetically mapped. Some of these genes and QTLs are being used in breeding. Progresses in cotton fiber improvement using breeding and biotechnology are discussed in the last chapter. This book serves as a reference for researchers, students, processors, and regulators who either conduct research in cotton fiber improvement or utilize cotton fibers.

Principles of Plant Genetics and Breeding

Principles of Plant Genetics and Breeding
Author: George Acquaah
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 855
Release: 2020-12-14
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1119626323

The revised edition of the bestselling textbook, covering both classical and molecular plant breeding Principles of Plant Genetics and Breeding integrates theory and practice to provide an insightful examination of the fundamental principles and advanced techniques of modern plant breeding. Combining both classical and molecular tools, this comprehensive textbook describes the multidisciplinary strategies used to produce new varieties of crops and plants, particularly in response to the increasing demands to of growing populations. Illustrated chapters cover a wide range of topics, including plant reproductive systems, germplasm for breeding, molecular breeding, the common objectives of plant breeders, marketing and societal issues, and more. Now in its third edition, this essential textbook contains extensively revised content that reflects recent advances and current practices. Substantial updates have been made to its molecular genetics and breeding sections, including discussions of new breeding techniques such as zinc finger nuclease, oligonucleotide directed mutagenesis, RNA-dependent DNA methylation, reverse breeding, genome editing, and others. A new table enables efficient comparison of an expanded list of molecular markers, including Allozyme, RFLPs, RAPD, SSR, ISSR, DAMD, AFLP, SNPs and ESTs. Also, new and updated “Industry Highlights” sections provide examples of the practical application of plant breeding methods to real-world problems. This new edition: Organizes topics to reflect the stages of an actual breeding project Incorporates the most recent technologies in the field, such as CRSPR genome edition and grafting on GM stock Includes numerous illustrations and end-of-chapter self-assessment questions, key references, suggested readings, and links to relevant websites Features a companion website containing additional artwork and instructor resources Principles of Plant Genetics and Breeding offers researchers and professionals an invaluable resource and remains the ideal textbook for advanced undergraduates and graduates in plant science, particularly those studying plant breeding, biotechnology, and genetics.

Sticky Cotton

Sticky Cotton
Author: Eric F. Hequet
Publisher: Texas Tech University Press
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2006
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9780896725904

An essential reference for anyone searching for ways to avoid or mitigate the problem of cotton stickiness.