Definition
Man-made fibers are fibers produced artificially through an industrial process. A distinction is made between regenerated fibers, which are derived from natural raw materials such as cellulose, and synthetic fibers, which are built from synthetically produced polymers. Unlike natural fibers, man-made fibers can be manufactured as continuous filaments and their properties can be precisely engineered.
Use in the textile industry
Man-made fibers such as viscose, polyester, and polyamide have become indispensable in apparel, home textiles, and technical textiles. Because fineness, cross-section, and length can be controlled precisely, they can be tailored to virtually any application.
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