Types of fabric and their joining requirements

Abstract: The first part of this chapter describes the most common fibres used in fabric production and how materials have evolved into high-tech smart materials. The second part describes the categories of fabrics, the applications and joining requirements in the construction of these materials into products. The stitches and seams used in the manufacture of these textiles are described and discussed. It is also important to mention that wherever these products are made, the principles outlined in this chapter apply.