Part One: Understanding Friction in Textiles Textile fiber morphology, structure and properties in relation to friction Fundamental concepts of friction and lubrication affecting textile fibers Friction behaviour of fibrous materials used in textiles Stick-slip phenomena in textiles Experimental methods for analyzing friction in textiles Part two: Friction in Particular Textile Fibres, Structures, and Processes Friction and Surface Characteristics of Cotton Fibers Friction, felting and shrink-proofing of wool Friction and surface characteristics of synthetic fibers The role of fiber friction in staple fiber processing Friction in woven fabrics Finishes and treatments to control friction in textile fibers Boundary lubrication phenomena in coated textile surfaces.