This 25 chapter volume includes the science and technology of high-tech textiles in the areas of composites, biomedical fibres, protective clothing, and geotextiles. A strong mix of industrial, academic, and government contributions surveys an array of textile products that have unique and high performance features and discusses evolving concepts that could lead to new uses of high-tech textiles. Includes an excellent overview of past, present, and future innovations
in high-tech textile products.