Technical paper presenting a numerical method to predict the permeability of textile reinforcements and the experiment results to validate the theoretical prediction. Authors: Bart Verleye and others. [PDF]

Technical paper, presenting research to estimate the electrostatic properties of knitted fabrics with electro-conductive yarn content, destined for protective clothing used to protect humans against static electricity. Authors: Anna Pinar and Lucyna Michalak. [PDF]

This review paper introduces an absorbable bi-directional barbed surgical suture that does not require surgical knots for wound closure. Authors: Philip P. Dattilo, Jr. and others. [PDF]

Overview of market developments and trends for technical and specialty textiles for garments, home interiors and construction, sports, medical, geotechnical and agricultural, transport, personal protection and industrial applications. Author: Aldo Tempesti.

Article about the state of the technical textiles industry in North America. Production statistics and market volume. Future developments and trends. Author: William C. Smith. [PDF]