Module 3: Classification and Grading
IN THIS LESSON
Standardized and slick—what does quality mean for regenerated and synthetic fibers?
Learners will explore quality indicators for regenerated and synthetic fibers, including consistency, luster, and tensile strength. We’ll also compare these with natural fiber grading systems and discuss the challenges in standardizing synthetic materials.
Activities
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The Fabric of Civilization: How Textiles Changed the World, Virginia Postrel
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How grading systems adapt—or fail—to synthetic materials.
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Handle and examine synthetic and regenerated fiber samples.
Create a table comparing quality indicators across fiber types (natural, regenerated, synthetic).
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