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Recycled Polyester

Manufacturing, Properties, Test Methods, and Identification

  • Highlights various production and test methods, as well as the properties of recycled polyester
  • Discusses polyester resin recycling using gamma irradiation and its application in composite materials
  • Describes the changes in properties of recycled polyester depending on the manufacturing method

Part of the book series: Textile Science and Clothing Technology (TSCT)

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Table of contents (4 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-v
  2. Properties of Recycled Polyester

    • P. Senthil Kumar, G. Janet Joshiba
    Pages 1-14
  3. Effects of Gamma Radiation on the Physicochemical Properties of Polyester Resin and Its Use in Composite Materials

    • Gonzalo Martínez-Barrera, Angel Martínez-López, Enrique Vigueras-Santiago, Miguel Martínez-López
    Pages 15-28
  4. Studies on Recycled Polyester

    • Yijing Qin, Muchao Qu, Joachim Kaschta, Vincent Allen, Dirk W. Schubert
    Pages 29-67
  5. Test Methods and Identification of Recycled Polyester

    • P. Senthil Kumar, S. Suganya
    Pages 69-88

About this book

This book provides an overview of recycled polyesters, which are an important sustainable raw material in textile production. It discusses the manufacturing methods and the unique properties of recycled polyesters manufactured using the different methods. It also highlights the various test methods and identification mechanisms for recycled polyesters, which are very essential for ensuring the traceability and conformity of usage of recycled polyester in the final product.

Editors and Affiliations

  • SgT Group & API, Hong Kong, Hong Kong

    Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu

About the editor

Dr Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu holds a Ph.D. in Textiles Sustainability and has written around 60 books and 80 research publications. He is well known for his contributions in the field and has extensive academic and industrial experience. He is the Editor-in-Chief of the Textiles & Clothing Sustainability Journal.

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eBook USD 69.99
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  • Read on any device
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  • Own it forever
Softcover Book USD 89.99
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  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
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Hardcover Book USD 119.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Durable hardcover edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

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