Twisted yarn and twisted bundle of yarns
US4418524A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 16, 1981 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD10B2509/02
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A twisted combination yarn is disclosed which is made of a first yarn which contracts when it absorbs water, and a second yarn plied with the first yarn which is not substantially changed in length by contact with water. The twisted combination yarn of the invention has a high water absorbing capacity, and contracts and becomes elastic when it absorbs water.
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