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Manufacturing and Application of Technical Textiles
Technische Textilien
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 14:59:49
Abstract
Basic knowledge on the manufacturing processes and applications of technical textiles. Insight into the properties of selected technical textiles. Basic knowledge on the combination of different methods and processes for achieving specific functions of textiles.
Objective
Basic understanding of the manufacturing processes and applications of technical textiles. Properties of selected fabrics, non-wovens and ropes. General principles of the combination of processes required to achieve the requested functional properties of textiles.
Content
Starting with special textile fibers, the different manufacturing processes for technical textiles are explained. Focus is on the processes that allow the targeted modification and enhancemet of special product properties. The applications of technical textiles in air- and spacecraft, medical parts and equipment, civil engineering, agriculture, machinery and vehicles, as well as building construction and architecture are discussed.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Handed out to students, on paper and CD ROM
General Information
- Language
- German
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 15 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Technische Textilien |
|
2 h weekly |
| exercise | Technische Textilien | No time listed | 1 h weekly |