Works (170)

Updated: April 30th, 2024 05:02

2024 article

Effects of incident solar radiation on evaporative heat loss through firefighter turnout composites incorporating microporous and bi-component type moisture barrier components

Gao, H., Deaton, A. S., Barker, R. L., DenHartog, E., & Fang, X. (2024, February 14). JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE, Vol. 2.

By: H. Gao n, A. Deaton n, R. Barker n, E. DenHartog n & X. Fang n

author keywords: Firefighter heat stress; solar radiation; evaporative resistance; moisture barrier
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 29, 2024

2024 article

Impact of Durable Water-Repellent Finishing in Thermal Liner on Firefighter Heat Stress

Gao, H., Deaton, A. S., & Barker, R. (2024, March 28). AATCC JOURNAL OF RESEARCH.

By: H. Gao*, A. Deaton n & R. Barker n

author keywords: Durable Water-Repellent Finishing; Firefighter Heat Stress; Physiological Manikin; Total Heat Loss
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: April 15, 2024

2022 journal article

A new test method for evaluating the evaporative cooling efficiency of fabrics using a dynamic sweating hot plate

MEASUREMENT SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, 33(12).

By: H. Gao*, A. Deaton & R. Barker*

author keywords: cooling efficiency; heat loss; wicking; drying rate; hotplate; moisture management
Source: Web Of Science
Added: September 19, 2022

2022 article

Effects of Air Gaps on Heat Loss through Firefighter Turnout Composites with Different Moisture Barrier Components

Gao, H., Deaton, A. S., Barker, R., DenHartog, E., & Fang, X. (2022, October 7). FIBERS AND POLYMERS, Vol. 10.

By: H. Gao n, A. Deaton n, R. Barker n, E. DenHartog n & X. Fang n

author keywords: Air gap; Firefighter heat stress; Evaporative resistance; Insulation; Protective clothing
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: October 24, 2022

2022 journal article

Effects of Outer Shell Fabric Color, Smoke Contamination, and Washing on Heat Loss through Turnout Suit Systems

Textile Research Journal, 92(11-12), 1909–1922.

By: H. Gao n, A. Deaton n, X. Fang n, R. Barker n, E. DenHartog n & K. Watson n

author keywords: Heat and moisture transfer; firefighter clothing; solar radiation; heat stress
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: January 27, 2022

2022 article

Effects of the moisture barrier and thermal liner components on the heat strain and thermal protective performance of firefighter turnout systems

Gao, H., Deaton, A. S., Barker, R., Fang, X., & Watson, K. (2022, May 23). TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, Vol. 5.

By: H. Gao n, A. Deaton n, R. Barker n, X. Fang n & K. Watson n

author keywords: Firefighter heat stress; protective clothing; total heat loss; evaporative resistance; physiological manikin
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
Added: May 25, 2022

2022 journal article

Field and full-scale laboratory testing of prototype wildland fire shelters

International Journal of Wildland Fire, 31(5), 518–528.

By: J. Roise n, J. Williams n, R. Barker n & J. Morton-Aslanis n

author keywords: conduction; convection; field testing of fire shelters; fire shelter; flame-blocking materials; laboratory testing of fire shelters; M2002; personal protection in wildland fires; radiation; wildland fire shelters
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities (OpenAlex)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: May 23, 2022

2022 article

Relationship between heat loss indexes and physiological indicators of turnout-related heat strain in mild and hot environments

Gao, H., Deaton, A. S., Barker, R., Fang, X., & Watson, K. (2022, April 29). INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND ERGONOMICS, Vol. 3.

By: H. Gao n, A. Deaton n, R. Barker n, X. Fang n & K. Watson n

author keywords: firefighter heat stress; protective clothing; total heat loss; evaporative resistance; physiological manikin
MeSH headings : Humans; Hot Temperature; Protective Clothing; Body Temperature Regulation; Textiles; Manikins; Body Temperature
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 30, 2022

2022 article

Using a physiological manikin to evaluate the effect of foam thermal reinforcement in firefighter turnout construction on heat strain

Gao, H., Deaton, A. S., & Barker, R. L. (2022, April 29). JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE.

By: H. Gao n, A. Deaton n & R. Barker n

author keywords: Heat stress; firefighter; clothing reinforcement; total heat loss; physiological manikin
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: May 16, 2022

2021 journal article

Effects of environmental temperature and humidity on evaporative heat loss through firefighter suit materials made with semi-permeable and microporous moisture barriers

Textile Research Journal, 92(1-2), 219–231.

By: H. Gao n, A. Deaton n, X. Fang n, K. Watson n, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

author keywords: Moisture barrier; evaporative resistance; heat stress; firefighter; protective clothing
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID, Crossref
Added: August 16, 2021

2021 journal article

Identifying factors that contribute to structural firefighter heat strain in North America

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, 28(4), 2183–2192.

By: R. Barker n, X. Fang n, S. Deaton n, E. DenHartog n, H. Gao n, R. Tutterow, M. Schmid

author keywords: firefighters' heat strain; North America; survey; thermal environments; personal protective equipment; turnout gear; work load; time distribution
MeSH headings : Humans; Firefighters; Personal Protective Equipment; Fires; Heat Stress Disorders; Body Temperature Regulation
TL;DR: Results of a survey of firefighters designed to identify conditions that contribute to heat strain in structural firefighting support the inclusion of a performance criterion in the NFPA 1971 Standard for Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment based on limiting the Ref of turnout materials along with current THL requirement. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: September 30, 2021

2018 journal article

Functional Design and Evaluation of Structural Firefighter Turnout Suits for Improved Thermal Comfort: Thermal Manikin and Physiological Modeling

CLOTHING AND TEXTILES RESEARCH JOURNAL, 36(3), 165–179.

By: M. McQuerry*, R. Barker n & E. DenHartog n

Contributors: M. McQuerry*, R. Barker n & E. DenHartog n

author keywords: functional design; protective clothing; comfort; firefighter; heat loss
TL;DR: A significant improvement in heat loss was measured when ventilation openings and modularity were added to the design of the clothing system and the single-layer, vented, stretch, and combination prototypes had significantly lower increases in predicted physiological responses. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2018 journal article

Impact of reinforcements on heat stress in structural firefighter turnout suits

The Journal of The Textile Institute, 109(10), 1367–1373.

By: M. McQuerry*, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

Contributors: M. McQuerry*, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

author keywords: Firefighter; heat stress; turnout gear; clothing insulation; NFPA standards
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: October 16, 2018

2018 journal article

Relationship between novel design modifications and heat stress relief in structural firefighters' protective clothing

APPLIED ERGONOMICS, 70, 260–268.

By: M. McQuerry*, R. Barker n & E. DenHartog n

Contributors: M. McQuerry*, R. Barker n & E. DenHartog n

author keywords: Firefighter; Heat stress; Physiological comfort
MeSH headings : Adult; Benchmarking; Body Temperature Regulation; Equipment Design; Exercise / physiology; Exercise Test; Firefighters; Heart Rate; Heat Stress Disorders / physiopathology; Heat Stress Disorders / prevention & control; Hot Temperature; Humans; Male; Manikins; Occupational Health; Protective Clothing; Skin Temperature; Stress, Physiological; Sweating; Weight Loss
TL;DR: This research established a benchmark for the manikin heat loss value necessary to achieve significant improvements in physiological comfort and investigated design modifications in structural firefighter turnout suits for their ability to reduce heat stress during firefighting activities. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2017 journal article

Analysis of air gap volume in structural firefighter turnout suit constructions in relation to heat loss

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 88(21), 2475–2484.

By: M. McQuerry*, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

Contributors: M. McQuerry*, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

author keywords: clothing insulation; air gap; protective clothing; firefighter; heat stress
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
Added: November 12, 2018

2017 journal article

Effect of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) on Heat Loss in Structural Firefighter Turnout Suits

AATCC Journal of Research, 4(5), 1–5.

By: M. McQuerry*, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

Contributors: M. McQuerry*, E. Den Hartog n & R. Barker n

author keywords: Comfort; Firefighter; Protective Clothing; Turnout Suit; Ventilation
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 6, 2018

2017 journal article

The influence of designs of protective uniforms on firefighters’ performance during moderate physical exercises

Textile Research Journal, 88(17), 1979–1991.

By: I. Ciesielska-Wróbel n, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

Contributors: I. Ciesielska-Wróbel n, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

author keywords: protective uniforms for firefighters; designs of uniforms; cardiorespiratory parameters; ergonomic comfort in textiles
TL;DR: A statistically significant correlation was found between parameters measured via 3D body scanning and selected cross-sections of the silhouettes as well as subjective assessments of easiness of specific movement performance during the physiological test and assessment of bulkiness of the uniforms. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: October 19, 2018

2016 conference paper

Advanced layering system and design for the increased thermal protection of wildland fire shelters

American society for testing and materials special technical, 1593, 102–116.

By: A. Nagavalli n, A. Hummel n, H. Akyildiz n, J. Morton-Aslanis n & R. Barker n

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2016 chapter book

Alternative Methodologies for Determining the Impact of Clothing Ventilation in Structural Firefighter Turnout Suits

By: M. McQuerry n, E. DenHartog n, R. Barker n & A. Hummel n

Contributors: M. McQuerry n, E. DenHartog n, R. Barker n & A. Hummel n

author keywords: ventilation; heat loss; clothing comfort; protective clothing; firefighter
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 6, 2018

2016 journal article

Comparative studies on standard and new test methods for evaluating the effects of structural firefighting gloves on hand dexterity

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 87(3), 270–284.

By: R. Barker n, K. Ross n, J. Andrews* & A. Deaton n

author keywords: glove dexterity; glove dexterity test methods; gloves; structural firefighter gloves; tactility; hand function
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2016 article

Comparisons of Two Test Methods for Evaluating the Radiant Protective Performance of Wildland Firefighter Protective Clothing Materials

PERFORMANCE OF PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT, 10TH VOL: RISK REDUCTION THROUGH RESEARCH AND TESTING, Vol. 1593, pp. 178–194.

By: A. Hummel n, K. Watson n & R. Barker n

author keywords: Radiant Protective Performance; stored energy tester; wildlands; protective clothing
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
15. Life on Land (Web of Science)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2016 journal article

Evaluating turnout composite layering strategies for reducing thermal burden in structural firefighter protective clothing systems

Textile Research Journal, 87(10), 1217–1225.

By: M. McQuerry n, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

Contributors: M. McQuerry n, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

author keywords: heat stress; protective clothing; firefighter; turnout; modularity
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 6, 2018

2016 journal article

Garment Ventilation Strategies for Improving Heat Loss in Structural Firefighter Clothing Ensembles

AATCC Journal of Research, 3(3), 9–14.

By: M. McQuerry n, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

Contributors: M. McQuerry n, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

author keywords: Comfort; Firefighter; Heat Stress; Turnout Gear; Ventilation
TL;DR: Overall, ventilation designs in structural firefighter turnout gear showed a statistically significant increase in heat loss improvement for the wearer. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 6, 2018

2016 journal article

Measuring the effects of structural turnout suits on firefighter range of motion and comfort

Ergonomics, 60(7), 997–1007.

By: I. Ciesielska-Wróbel n, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

Contributors: I. Ciesielska-Wróbel n, E. DenHartog n & R. Barker n

author keywords: Range of motion; goniometer; personal protective equipment; firefighters; clothing design and testing
MeSH headings : Adult; Equipment Design / adverse effects; Ergonomics / methods; Firefighters; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Movement / physiology; Musculoskeletal Diseases / etiology; North Carolina; Occupational Diseases / etiology; Personal Protective Equipment / adverse effects; Range of Motion, Articular / physiology
TL;DR: An evaluation technique was developed to quantify the loss of mobility associated with wearing firefighters’ protective suits that were deliberately selected to represent similar ergonomic design features. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 6, 2018

2015 journal article

A review of garment ventilation strategies for structural firefighter protective clothing

Textile Research Journal, 86(7), 727–742.

By: M. McQuerry n, E. Den Hartog n, R. Barker n & K. Ross n

Contributors: M. Meredith n, E. Den Hartog n, R. Barker n & K. Ross n

author keywords: ventilation; heat loss; protective clothing; firefighter
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 6, 2018

2015 journal article

Total heat loss as a predictor of physiological response in wildland firefighter gear

Textile Research Journal, 86(7), 710–726.

By: E. DenHartog n, M. Walker* & R. Barker n

Contributors: E. DenHartog n, M. Walker* & R. Barker n

author keywords: total heat loss; protective clothing; standards; heat strain; test criteria
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 journal article

Factors Affecting Human Tactile Response to Wash-Treated Garments: Analysis of Fabric and Garment Effects in Dynamic Wear

AATCC JOURNAL OF RESEARCH, 1(1), 13–23.

By: R. Barker*, A. Bernard, D. Hinks*, G. Liston*, C. Jones & S. Singleton

author keywords: Clothing Wear Comfort; Fabric Hand; Subjective Evaluation Protocols; Tactile Comfort; Washing Effects
TL;DR: It is shown how different protocols for subjectively evaluating tactile response were correlated in fabrics and garments that were deliberately washed, softened, or starched to achieve different levels of softness or stiffness. (via Semantic Scholar)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2013 journal article

A method for determining off-gassing of protective fabrics exposed to simulated flash fire conditions

AATCC Review, 13(6), 57–65.

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2013 journal article

Skin Burn Translation Model for Evaluating Hand Protection in Flash Fire Exposures

FIRE TECHNOLOGY, 50(5), 1285–1299.

By: A. Hummel n, R. Barker n & K. Lyons n

author keywords: Burn injury prediction modeling; Human skin burns; Flame protection; Thermal protection; Protective clothing; Instrumented manikin fire test systems
TL;DR: A model is described for use in translating measured heat flux to predict second and third degree hand burn injury in fire exposures to facilitate more accurate prediction of burns to human hands by accounting for the cylindrical geometry of the fingers, bone tissue beneath the skin, and different skin thickness data that represents the different areas of the hand. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2012 article

Factors Influencing the Uptake Rate of Passive Adsorbent Dosimeters Used in the Man-in-Simulant-Test

PERFORMANCE OF PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT, 9TH VOL: EMERGING ISSUES AND TECHNOLOGIES, Vol. 1544, pp. 247–265.

By: R. Ormond n, R. Barker n, K. Beck n, D. Thompson n & S. Deaton n

Contributors: R. Ormond n, R. Barker n, K. Beck n, D. Thompson n & S. Deaton n

author keywords: passive adsorbent dosimeters; PADs; man-in-simulant-test; MIST; chem-/bio-ensemble; methyl salicylate; uptake rate; simulant concentration; adhesive; ASTM F2588
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2011 journal article

Analytical techniques for measuring toxic industrial chemicals in CBRN boot materials

AATCC Review, 11(6), 67–72.

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2011 journal article

Application of Electrostatic Force Microscopy on Characterizing an Electret Fiber: Effect of Tip to Specimen Distance on Phase Shift

FIBERS AND POLYMERS, 12(1), 89–94.

By: J. Kim n, J. Hinestroza*, W. Jasper n & R. Barker n

author keywords: Electret fiber; Electrostatic force microscopy; Tip; Distance; Phase
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2011 journal article

Factors affecting the thermal insulation and abrasion resistance of heat resistant hydro-entangled nonwoven batting materials for use in firefighter turnout suit thermal liner systems

Journal of Engineered Fibers and Fabrics, 6(1), 1–10.

By: R. Barker & R. Heniford

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2010 article

A CB Protective Firefighter Turnout Suit

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND ERGONOMICS, Vol. 16, pp. 135–152.

By: R. Barker n, S. Deaton n, G. Liston n & D. Thompson n

author keywords: firefighter protective clothing; chemical protective clothing; protective clothing testing and evaluation
MeSH headings : Bioterrorism; Burns, Chemical / prevention & control; Equipment Design; Fires; Humans; Protective Clothing; Respiratory Protective Devices; Task Performance and Analysis
TL;DR: This paper describes research that developed a prototype chemical and biological protective firefighter suit as a case study demonstrating an integrated systems approach to designing, developing and evaluating a protective clothing ensemble based on end user requirements. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2010 journal article

Application of Electrostatic Force Microscopy on Characterizing an Electrically Charged Fiber

FIBERS AND POLYMERS, 11(5), 775–781.

By: J. Kim n, W. Jasper n, R. Barker n & J. Hinestroza*

author keywords: Filtration; Electret filter media; Electrostatic force microscopy; Charge
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2010 journal article

Development of Instrumented Manikin Hands for Characterizing the Thermal Protective Performance of Gloves in Flash Fire Exposures

FIRE TECHNOLOGY, 47(3), 615–629.

By: A. Hummel n, R. Barker n, K. Lyons n, A. Deaton n & J. Morton-Aslanis n

author keywords: Flame protection; Thermal protection; Protective clothing; Protective gloves; Skin burns; Instrumented manikin fire test systems
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2010 journal article

Heat Transmission and Thermal Energy Storage in Firefighter Turnout Suit Materials

FIRE TECHNOLOGY, 47(3), 549–563.

By: R. Barker n, A. Deaton n & K. Ross n

author keywords: Thermal protective performance; Heat transfer in fire resistant materials; Firefighter turnout suit materials
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2009 journal article

Effect of Solvent Exposure on the Filtration Performance of Electrostatically Charged Polypropylene Filter Media

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 79(4), 343–350.

By: J. Kim n, J. Hinestroza*, W. Jasper n & R. Barker n

author keywords: electret filter media; electric force microscopy; filtration
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2009 conference paper

The effect of Nomex?/Kevlar? fiber blend ratio and fabric weight on fabric performance in static and dynamic TPP tests

In J. S. Johnson & S. Z. Mansdorf (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing. Fifth volume.

By: R. Barker n, A. Geshury n & W. Behnke n

Ed(s): . J. S. Johnson & S. Mansdorf

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2008 conference paper

Comfort and barrier effectiveness of microporous films and laminates

In C.N. Nelson & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: issues and priorities for the 21st century. Seventh volume.

By: R. Barker n, M. McCord n, J. Brown & A. Deaton n

Ed(s): . C.N. Nelson & N. Henry

Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2008 conference paper

Effects of measured heat loss through turnout material in firefighter comfort and heat stress part I: Performance in a mild environment

In C.N. Nelson & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: issues and priorities for the 21st century. Seventh volume (Vol. 7).

By: R. Barker n, L. Myhre, B. Scruggs n, I. Shalev n, C. Prasharn & T. Miszko

Ed(s): . C.N. Nelson & N. Henry

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2008 conference paper

Effects of measured heat loss through turnout material in firefighter comfort and heat stress part II: Performance in a warm environment

In C.N. Nelson & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: issues and priorities for the 21st century. Seventh volume.

By: R. Barker n, L. Myhre, B. Scruggs n, I. Shalev n, C. Prasham & T. Miszko

Ed(s): . C.N. Nelson & N. Henry

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2008 conference paper

Liquid penetration pressures for fabrics tested in compression

In C.N. Nelson & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: issues and priorities for the 21st century. Seventh volume.

By: R. Barker n, M. McCord n & A. Deaton n

Ed(s): . C.N. Nelson & N. Henry

Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2008 conference paper

Measuring the thermal energy stored in firefighter protective clothing

In C.N. Nelson & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: issues and priorities for the 21st century. Seventh volume (Vol. 7).

By: R. Barker n, C. Guerth n, W. Behnke n & M. Bender n

Ed(s): . C.N. Nelson & N. Henry

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2008 conference paper

Predicting the impact of a design change from modern to modified modern firefighting uniforms on burn injuries using manikin fire tests

In C.N. Nelson & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: issues and priorities for the 21st century. Seventh volume.

By: R. Barker n, D. Prezant*, M. Bender n & K. Kelly

Ed(s): . C.N. Nelson & N. Henry

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2008 conference paper

Protective textile particle penetration

In R. L. Barker & G. C. Coletta (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing : issues and priorities for the 21st century (Vol. 7).

By: I. Shalev*, R. Barker n, M. McCord n, P. Tucker n & B. Lisk n

Ed(s): . R. L. Barker n & G. Coletta

Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2008 conference paper

The relationship between porosity and barrier effectiveness of some shell fabrics used in protective apparel

In C.N. Nelson & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: issues and priorities for the 21st century. Seventh volume (Vol. 7).

By: M. McCord n, K. Rajagopalan & R. Barker n

Ed(s): . C.N. Nelson & N. Henry

Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2007 journal article

Degradation processes in corona-charged electret filter-media with exposure to Ethyl Benzene

Journal of Engineered Fibers and Fabrics, 2(4), 19–24.

By: W. Jasper, A. Mohan, J. Hinestroza & R. Barker

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2007 journal article

Evaluating the effects of material component and design feature on heat transfer in firefighter turnout clothing by a sweating manikin

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 77(2), 59–66.

By: J. Li n, R. Barker n & A. Deaton n

author keywords: firefighter turnout clothing; thermal insulation; moisture permeability index; sweating manikin
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2007 journal article

Response of wool knit apparel fabrics to water vapor and water

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 77(3), 165–171.

By: R. Laing*, B. Niven*, R. Barker n & J. Porter n

author keywords: kint apparel fabrics; wool; water vapour; absorbency
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2006 journal article

Effects of moisture on the thermal protective performance of firefighter protective clothing in low-level radiant heat exposures

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 76(1), 27–31.

By: R. Barker n, C. Guerth-Schacher, R. Grimes* & H. Hamouda n

author keywords: thermal protective performance; heat in textiles; moisture in textiles; thermal test methods; stored thermal energy
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2006 journal article

Investigation of feasibility of developing intelligent firefighter-protective garments based on the utilization of a water-injection system

NUMERICAL HEAT TRANSFER PART A-APPLICATIONS, 49(5), 427–450.

By: P. Chitrphiromsri n, A. Kuznetsov n, G. Song n & R. Barker n

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2005 journal article

Cold sensitivity differences between body sections under clothing

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 75(3), 208–212.

By: J. Li*, Y. Wang*, W. Zhang* & R. Barker n

TL;DR: Wear trials conducted for this research show that different locations on the body respond differently to cold stimuli, especially with respect to the degree of local skin temperature decrease, the relationship between the local skinTemperature decrease and elapsed time, and subjective cold sensitivity sequences, but some adjacent body sections have similar characteristics. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2005 journal article

Comfort properties of heat resistant protective workwear in varying conditions of physical activity and environment. Part II: Perceived comfort response to garments and its relationship to fabric properties

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 75(7), 531–539.

By: S. Yoo n & R. Barker n

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2005 journal article

Comfort properties of heat-resistant protective workwear in varying conditions of physical activity and environment. Part I: Thermophysical and sensorial properties of fabrics

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 75(7), 523–530.

By: S. Yoo n & R. Barker n

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2005 journal article

Comparison of methods used to predict the burn injuries in tests of thermal protective fabrics

Journal of ASTM International, 2(2).

By: G. Song n, R. Barker n, D. Grimes n & D. Thompson n

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2005 journal article

Effect of phase of toluene on filtration performance of electret filter media against di-octyl-phthalate aerosols

Journal of the International Society for Respiratory Protection, 22, 97–105.

By: W. Jasper, J. Hinestroza, A. Mohan, D. Thompson & R. Barker

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2005 journal article

Effect of xylene exposure on the performance of electret filter media

JOURNAL OF AEROSOL SCIENCE, 37(7), 903–911.

By: W. Jasper n, J. Hinestroza n, A. Mohan n, J. Kim n, B. Shiels n, M. Gunay n, D. Thompson n, R. Barker n

author keywords: electret filter; xylene; liquid exposure
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, ORCID, NC State University Libraries
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2005 journal article

Moisture vapor transport behavior of polyester knit fabrics

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 75(4), 346–351.

By: C. Prahsarn n, R. Barker* & B. Gupta n

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 conference paper

A study of thermal characterization in simulated flash fire exposures

In P. Yarborough & C. N. Nelson (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: global needs and emerging markets: 8th symposium. West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM International.

By: G. Song & R. Barker

Ed(s): . P. Yarborough & C. Nelson

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 conference paper

Analyzing thermal stored energy and clothing thermal protective performance

4th International Conference on Safety & Protective Fabrics: solutions and opportunities for the safety and protective fabrics industry: conference proceedings. Roseville (MN) : Industrial Fabrics Association International.

By: G. Song, R. Barker & R. Grimes

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 conference paper

Comparison of methods used to predict burn injuries in various thermal hazards

In P. Yarborough & C. N. Nelson (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: global needs and emerging markets: 8th symposium. West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM International.

By: G. Song & R. Barker

Ed(s): . P. Yarborough & C. Nelson

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 conference paper

Effects of material combinations on heat loss of firefighter turnout clothing evaluated by an advanced sweating manikin

"Quality textiles for quality life": proceedings of the Textile Institute 83rd World Conference (83rd TIWC): May 23-27, 2004, Shanghai, China. Manchester, UK: Textile Institute.

By: J. Li, R. Barker & A. Deaton

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 journal article

Effects of simulated flash fire and variations in skin model on manikin fire test

Journal of ASTM International, 1(7).

By: G. Song n, R. Barker n, D. Thompson n & R. Grimes n

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 journal article

Effects of variations in skin model on evaluation of thermal protective clothing performance

AATCC Review, 4(11), 21–24.

By: G. Song & R. Barker

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 journal article

Modeling the thermal protective performance of heat resistant garments in flash fire exposures

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 74(12), 1033–1040.

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 journal article

Moisture management properties of heat-resistant workwear fabrics - Effects of hydrophilic finishes and hygroscopic fiber blends

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 74(11), 995–1000.

By: S. Yoo n & R. Barker n

Source: Web Of Science
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2004 conference paper

Numerical analysis of Kevlar/ PBI and Nomex IIIA thermal protective garments in simulated flash fire exposures

"Quality textiles for quality life": proceedings of the Textile Institute 83rd World Conference (83rd TIWC): May 23-27, 2004, Shanghai, China. Manchester, UK: Textile Institute.

By: G. Song & R. Barker

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 conference paper

The effect of air layers on heat loss through protective clothing systems

In P. Yarborough & C. N. Nelson (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: global needs and emerging markets: 8th symposium. West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM International.

By: A. Deaton & R. Barker

Ed(s): . P. Yarborough & C. Nelson

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2002 conference paper

An advanced sweating manikin for measuring the heat stress of protective clothing

Textile Technology Forum: October 23, 2002, proceedings 2002, IFAI Expo 2002, October 24-26, 2002, Charlotte, N.C. USA. Roseville, MN: Industrial Fabrics Association International.

By: A. Deaton, R. Barker & D. Thompson

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2002 journal article

From fabric hand to thermal comfort: The evolving role of objective measurement in explaining human comfort response to textiles

International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology, 4, 181–200.

By: R. Barker n

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2002 conference paper

Moisture absorption in advanced heat resistant clothing systems

2nd AUTEX Conference: Textile engineering at the dawn of a new millenium: an exciting challenge, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Bruges, Belgium, 1-3 July 2002, 439–450.

By: R. Barker & C. Guerth-Schacher

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2002 conference paper

Moisture effects on the thermal protective performance of firefighter turnout suits

Textile Technology Forum: October 23, 2002, proceedings 2002, IFAI Expo 2002, October 24-26, 2002, Charlotte, N.C. USA. Roseville, MN: Industrial Fabrics Association International.

By: R. Barker, C. Guerth-Schacher, H. Hamouda & R. Grimes

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2001 conference paper

Comparison of heat sensors for use in evaluating the thermal protective performance of clothing

2001 advances in bioengineering: presented at the 2001 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition: November 11-16, 2001, New York, New York. New York, N.Y. : American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

By: R. Barker, H. Hamouda, J. Johnson, I. Shalev & I. Bender

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2001 journal article

The impact of protective hoods and their water content on the prevention of head burns in New York City firefighters: Laboratory tests and field results

JOURNAL OF BURN CARE & REHABILITATION, 22(2), 165–178.

By: D. Prezant*, R. Barker n, J. Stull*, S. King*, R. Rotanz*, K. Malley*, M. Bender n, C. Guerth n, K. Kelly*

MeSH headings : Burns / epidemiology; Burns / prevention & control; Chi-Square Distribution; Fires; Head; Humans; Injury Severity Score; Male; New York City / epidemiology; Occupational Diseases / epidemiology; Occupational Diseases / prevention & control; Protective Clothing; Risk Factors; Statistics, Nonparametric; Water / analysis
TL;DR: Based on combined laboratory and field results, the effectiveness of hoods in reducing head burns and whether hood water content affects the level of thermal protection are strongly recommended. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
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2001 journal article

Thermal protective uniforms and hoods: impact of design modification and water content on burn prevention in new york city firefighters: Laboratory and field results

IP Online: Injury Prevention, 7, 43–49.

By: D. Prezant*, K. Malley, R. Barker n, C. Guerth-Schacher & K. Kelly

MeSH headings : Burns / etiology; Burns / mortality; Burns / prevention & control; Consumer Product Safety; Female; Fires; Guidelines as Topic; Humans; Injury Severity Score; Male; New York City; Occupational Health; Primary Prevention / methods; Protective Clothing / standards; Risk Assessment; Sensitivity and Specificity; Survival Rate
TL;DR: Thermal protection was dramatically improved by the hood with protection increasing as water content increased and not significantly different between modern and modified modern uniforms, regardless of water content. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
6. Clean Water and Sanitation (OpenAlex)
Source: NC State University Libraries
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2000 conference paper

Effect of measured heat loss through turnout materials in firefighter comfort and heat stress part I: Performance in a mild environment

In C.N. Nelson & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: issues and priorities for the 21st century. Seventh volume. West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM.

By: R. Barker, L. Myhre, B. Scruggs, I. Shalev, C. Prasharn & T. Miszko

Ed(s): . C.N. Nelson & N. Henry

Source: NC State University Libraries
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2000 conference paper

Effects of fabric compression on the results of liquid penetration testing

In C.N. Nelson & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: issues and priorities for the 21st century. Seventh volume (Vol. 7). West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM.

By: M. McCord, A. Deaton & R. Barker

Ed(s): . C.N. Nelson & N. Henry

Source: NC State University Libraries
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2000 journal article

Evaluating operating room gowns: Comparing comfort of nonwoven and woven materials

International Nonwovens Journal, 9(1), 23–29.

By: R. Barker, B. Scruggs & I. Shalev

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2000 conference paper

Small and large scale assessment of thermal protective performance of protective clothing materials

Second international conference on safety & protective fabrics: a technical focus on textile and material development for personal protection. Roseville (MN) : Industrial Fabrics Association International.

By: R. Barker

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2000 conference paper

Thermal measurements

Conference information & proceedings : April 26-28, 2000 Hyatt Regency Crystal City, Arlington, VA. Roseville, MN: Industrial Fabrics Association International.

By: R. Barker

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1999 conference paper

Comparison of heat sensors for use in evaluating the thermal protective performance of clothing materials

In C.N. Nelson & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: issues and priorities for the 21st century. Seventh volume. West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM.

By: R. Barker, H. Hamouda, J. Johnson, I. Shalev & M. Bender

Ed(s): . C.N. Nelson & N. Henry

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1999 conference paper

Prediction of barrier properties of microporous membranes used in protective clothing

In C.N. Nelson & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing: issues and priorities for the 21st century. Seventh volume. West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM.

By: R. Barker, M. McCord & J. Zinglemann

Ed(s): . C.N. Nelson & N. Henry

Source: NC State University Libraries
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1999 chapter

Review and evaluation of thermal sensors for use in testing firefighter protective clothing: Final report

In Response of high performance concrete to fire conditions : review of thermal property data and measurement techniques. Gaithersburg, MD : National Institute of Standards and Technology, Building and Fire Research Laboratory.

By: R. Barker, H. Hamouda, I. Shalev & J. Johnson

Source: NC State University Libraries
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1999 report

Review and evaluation of thermal sensors for use in testing firefighters protective clothing: Annual report

In National Institute of Standards and Technology (BFRL), Gaithersburg, MD. Mar. 1999. 78 p. Report: NIST/GCR99/773.

By: R. Barker, H. Hamouda, I. Shalev & J. Johnson

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1999 conference paper

Thermophysical and sensorial properties of heat resistant workwear materials. part I: Instrument analysis of fabric properties

Textile Technology Forum: IFAI Expo 1999, October 28-30, 1999, San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, Calif. USA. Roseville, MN: Industrial Fabrics Association International.

By: R. Barker, C. Choi Yoo, I. Shalev & B. Scruggs

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1999 conference paper

Thermophysical and sensorial properties of heat resistant workwear materials. part II: Perceived comfort response to garments

Textile Technology Forum: IFAI Expo 1999, October 28-30, 1999, San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, Calif. USA. Roseville, MN: Industrial Fabrics Association International.

By: R. Barker, C. Choi Yoo, I. Shalev & B. Scruggs

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1998 patent

Apparatus for simulating the thermoregulatory responses of human skin and related method for predicting fabric comfort level

Washington, DC: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

By: H. Hamouda, R. Barker & D. Millsaps

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1998 conference paper

Comparison of the comfort properties of nonwoven and woven fabrics in operating room gowns

Book of papers: INDA-TEC 98, largest International Nonwovens Conference: September 15-17, 1998, Trump Plaza Hotel, Atlantic City, NJ. Cary, NC : INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry.

By: R. Barker, B. Scruggs & I. Shalev

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1997 article

A novel apparatus for measuring the penetration of chemical vapors through air permeable materials

PERFORMANCE OF PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, 6TH VOLUME, Vol. 1273, pp. 16–25.

By: K. Rajagopalan n, M. McCord n & R. Barker n

author keywords: protective; clothing; testing; air permeable; penetration; permeation; vapor; gas; chemical; barrier; workwear
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
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1997 conference paper

Aerosol barrier efficiency test method for wide range of fabrics

In J. O. Stull & A. D. Schwope (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing. Sixth volume. West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM.

By: B. Lisk, R. Barker, M. McCord, I. Shalev & P. Tucker

Ed(s): . J. O. Stull & A. Schwope

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1997 conference paper

Blood borne hazards protective apparel with reasonable comfort

In J. O. Stull & A. D. Schwope (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing. West Conshohocken, PA : ASTM.

By: R. Barker, P. Tucker, M. McCord, I. Shalev & R. Wilderson-Barnes

Ed(s): . J. O. Stull & A. Schwope

Source: NC State University Libraries
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1997 article

Bloodborne hazard protective apparel with reasonable comfort

PERFORMANCE OF PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, 6TH VOLUME, Vol. 1273, pp. 176–189.

By: C. Barnes, M. McCord n, P. Tucker n, R. Barker n, I. Shalev* & J. Zingelmann n

author keywords: protective clothing; barrier fabrics; bloodborne pathogens; surgical gowns; viral penetration; medical textiles
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1997 conference paper

Novel sweating hot plate for simulating the thermoregulatory behavior of human skin

In J. O. Stull & A. D. Schwope (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing. Sixth volume (Vol. 6). West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM.

By: D. Millsaps, H. Hamouda & R. Barker

Ed(s): . J. O. Stull & A. Schwope

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1996 conference paper

A one-dimensional finite element model of heat transfer through human skin and burn damage assessment

In J. S. Johnson & S. Z. Mansdorf (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing. Fifth volume. West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM.

By: R. Barker, J. Halin, J. Mulligan & H. Hamouda

Ed(s): . J. S. Johnson & S. Mansdorf

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1996 conference paper

A sensitivity study of variable-property skin burn model considering the variability of water contents

In J. S. Johnson & S. Z. Mansdorf (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing. Fifth volume (pp. 592–606). West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM.

By: J. Halin, H. Hamouda, J. Mulligan, R. Barker, W. Behnke & T. Soroka

Ed(s): . J. S. Johnson & S. Mansdorf

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1996 conference paper

Aerosol protective fabrics and their comfort

In J. S. Johnson & S. Z. Mansdorf (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing. Fifth volume.

By: R. Barker n, S. Hersh n, S. Maini n, B. Scruggs n, V. Sood n, P. Tucker n, G. Wu n

Ed(s): . J. S. Johnson & S. Mansdorf

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1996 conference paper

Evaluating the performance of fabrics used in nuclear protective apparel

In J. S. Johnson & S. Z. Mansdorf (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing. Fifth volume.

By: R. Barker n & B. Scruggs n

Ed(s): . J. S. Johnson & S. Mansdorf

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
13. Climate Action (OpenAlex)
Source: NC State University Libraries
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1996 chapter

Heat and moisture transfer of multi-layer fabrics

In D. S. M. Y. Shapiro & Y. Epstein (Eds.), Environmental ergonomics: recent progress and new frontiers. London: Freund.

By: I. Shalev, R. Barker & P. Chen

Ed(s): D. Y. Shapiro & Y. Epstein

Source: NC State University Libraries
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1996 conference paper

Heat and moisture transfer properties of multi-layer fabric assemblies

In D. S. M. Y. Shapiro & Y. Epstein (Eds.), Environmental ergonomics: recent progress and new frontiers: the 7th International Conference on Environmental Ergonomics, Jerusalem, 27 October-1 November, 1996. London ; Tel Aviv : Freund Pub. House.

By: R. Barker

Ed(s): D. Y. Shapiro & Y. Epstein

Source: NC State University Libraries
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1996 conference paper

Heat and moisture transfer properties of multilayer fabric assemblies

In D. S. M. Y. Shapiro & Y. Epstein (Eds.), Environmental ergonomics : recent pr. Tel Aviv : Freund Pub. House.

By: R. Barker

Ed(s): D. Y. Shapiro & Y. Epstein

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1996 conference paper

The design of a surface heat flux transducer for use in fabrics thermal protection testing

In J. S. Johnson & S. Z. Mansdorf (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing. Fifth volume (pp. 607–624).

By: R. Grimes n, H. Hamouda n, J. Mulligan n, R. Barker n, W. Behnke & T. Soroka*

Ed(s): . J. S. Johnson & S. Mansdorf

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1994 conference paper

Applying instrumented manikin technology for testing the fire resistance of protective garments

In J. S. Johnson & S. Z. Mansdorf (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing. Fifth volume. West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM.

By: R. Barker, H. Hamouda, W. Behnke & M. Pawar

Ed(s): . J. S. Johnson & S. Mansdorf

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1994 conference paper

Design of heat flux transducer for evaluation of fire resistant fabrics

In J. S. Johnson & S. Z. Mansdorf (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing. Fifth volume. West Conshohocken, PA: ASTM.

By: R. Barker, R. Grimes, H. Hamouda & J. Mulligan

Ed(s): . J. S. Johnson & S. Mansdorf

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1994 conference paper

Development of a mechanical stylus based surface analysis system for soft paper products

Proceedings: 1994 Nonwovens Conference: Grenelefe Conference Center, Orlando, Florida, February 14-16. Atlanta, GA: TAPPI.

By: R. Barker, D. Allen, J. Rust & I. Shalev

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1994 conference paper

Evaluation of surface softness of tissue paper products using mechanical stylus scanning, optical image analysis and fuzzy sets

Proceedings: 1994 Nonwovens Conference: Grenelefe Conference Center, Orlando, Florida, February 14-16. Atlanta, GA: TAPPI.

By: R. Barker, J. Rust, T. Keadle & I. Shalev

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1994 journal article

HEAT AND MOISTURE TRANSFER THROUGH NONWOVEN FABRICS .1. HEAT-TRANSFER

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 64(3), 149–162.

By: S. Woo n, I. Shalev n & R. Barker n

Source: Web Of Science
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1994 journal article

HEAT AND MOISTURE TRANSFER THROUGH NONWOVEN FABRICS .2. MOISTURE DIFFUSIVITY

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 64(4), 190–197.

By: S. Woo n, I. Shalev n & R. Barker n

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1994 conference paper

Softness properties of fabric-like tissues

Proceedings: 1994 Nonwovens Conference: Grenelefe Conference Center, Orlando, Florida, February 14-16. Atlanta, GA: TAPPI.

By: R. Barker, J. Kim & I. Shalev

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1994 journal article

Softness properties of paper towels

TAPPI Journal, 77(10), 83–89.

By: R. Barker, J. Kim & I. Shalev

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1994 journal article

TISSUE SOFTNESS EVALUATION BY MECHANICAL STYLUS SCANNING

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 64(3), 163–168.

By: J. Rust n, T. Keadle n, D. Allen n, I. Shalev n & R. Barker n

TL;DR: FITS correlates best with the human response data and, together MSSA and FITS, has the ability to model human response to the softness of tissue paper products. (via Semantic Scholar)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1993 journal article

Instrumented methods for measuring the surface frictional properties of softener treated fabric

Textile Chemist and Colorist, 25(8), 15–20.

By: R. Barker, H. Hamouda, I. Shalev & J. Kim

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1992 conference paper

Comfort properties of single layer aramid workwear fabrics

Proceedings. Soesterberg, the Netherlands : Organization for Applied Scientific Research.

By: R. Barker, I. Shalev, S. An & B. Scruggs

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1992 conference paper

Development of the comfort and thermal protection laboratory facility at North Carolina State University

In J. P. McBriarty & N. W. Henry (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing, fourth volume. Philadelphia, PA: ASTM.

By: W. Behnke, I. Shalev & B. Scruggs

Ed(s): . J. P. McBriarty & N. Henry

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1992 journal article

Directional variations in fabric properties and seam qualification

International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology, 4(2/3), 71–78.

By: R. Barker, B. Gupta, F. Leek, D. Buchanan & T. Little

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1992 conference paper

Fabric hand of cotton interlock knits as affected by polyethylene glycol finish

Book of papers: 1992 International Conference & Exhibition, October 4-7, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Atlanta, Ga. Research Triangle Park, N.C. : American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists.

By: R. Barker, K. Kim, Y. Wang & S. Cowan

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1992 journal article

HANDLE OF WEFT KNIT FABRICS

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 62(4), 200–211.

By: P. Chen n, R. Barker n, G. Smith n & B. Scruggs n

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1992 article

THERMO-MAN(R) AND THERMO-LEG - LARGE-SCALE TEST METHODS FOR EVALUATING THERMAL PROTECTIVE PERFORMANCE

PERFORMANCE OF PROTECTIVE CLOTHING : FOURTH VOLUME, Vol. 1133, pp. 266–280.

By: W. Behnke n, A. Geshury n & R. Barker n

author keywords: THERMOMAN(R) THERMAL PROTECTIVE EVALUATION SYSTEM; THERMOLEG; THERMAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING; THERMAL PROTECTIVE PERFORMANCE; HEAT RESISTANT FABRICS; NOMEX(R); KEVLAR(R); FR WOOL; FR COTTON
Source: Web Of Science
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1991 conference paper

Measuring the effects of intense heat and dynamic mechanical forces on thermal protective fabrics

In T. L. Vigo & A. F. Turbak (Eds.), High-tech fibrous materials: composites, biomedical materials, protective clothing, and geotextiles. Washington, DC : American Chemical Society.

By: R. Barker, . Geshury A. & W. Behnke

Ed(s): . T. L. Vigo & A. Turbak

Source: NC State University Libraries
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1991 conference paper

Predicting the comfort of nonwoven barrier fabrics in extreme environments

International Conference on Environmental Ergonomics (4th) Held in Austin, Texas on 1-5 October 1990. Ft. Belvoir: Defense Technical Information Center.

By: R. Barker & S. Woo

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1991 conference paper

Thermo-man: Full scale tests of the thermal protective performance of heat resistant fabrics

International Conference on Environmental Ergonomics (4th) Held in Austin, Texas on 1-5 October 1990. Ft. Belvoir: Defense Technical Information Center.

By: R. Barker, W. Behnke & A. Geshury

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1990 journal article

INVIVO CUTANEOUS AND PERCEIVED COMFORT RESPONSE TO FABRIC .1. THERMOPHYSIOLOGICAL COMFORT DETERMINATIONS FOR 3 EXPERIMENTAL KNIT FABRICS

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 60(7), 405–412.

By: K. Hatch*, S. Woo n, R. Barker n, P. Radhakrishnaiah n, N. Markee* & H. Maibach*

Source: Web Of Science
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1990 journal article

INVIVO CUTANEOUS AND PERCEIVED COMFORT RESPONSE TO FABRIC .2. MECHANICAL AND SURFACE RELATED COMFORT PROPERTY DETERMINATIONS FOR 3 EXPERIMENTAL KNIT FABRICS

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 60(8), 492–494.

By: R. Barker n, P. Radhakrishnaiah n, S. Woo n, K. Hatch*, N. Markee* & H. Maibach*

Source: Web Of Science
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1990 journal article

INVIVO CUTANEOUS AND PERCEIVED COMFORT RESPONSE TO FABRIC .3. WATER-CONTENT AND BLOOD-FLOW IN HUMAN SKIN UNDER GARMENTS WORN BY EXERCISING SUBJECTS IN A HOT, HUMID ENVIRONMENT

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 60(9), 510–519.

By: K. Hatch*, N. Markee*, H. Maibach*, R. Barker n, S. Woo n & P. Radhakrishnaiah n

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
6. Clean Water and Sanitation (OpenAlex)
Source: Web Of Science
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1990 journal article

INVIVO CUTANEOUS AND PERCEIVED COMFORT RESPONSE TO FABRIC .4. PERCEIVED SENSATIONS TO 3 EXPERIMENTAL GARMENTS WORN BY SUBJECTS EXERCISING IN A HOT, HUMID ENVIRONMENT

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 60(10), 561–568.

By: N. Markee*, K. Hatch*, H. Maibach*, R. Barker n, P. Radhakrishnaiah n & S. Woo n

TL;DR: Perceived comfort data collected while ten female subjects exercised in the hot, humid environment while wearing garments made from the three experimental knit fabrics suggests a link between the mechanical and surface features and capillary blood flow. (via Semantic Scholar)
Source: Web Of Science
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1990 review

THE BENDING BEHAVIOR OF PLAIN-WOVEN FABRICS .1. A CRITICAL-REVIEW

[Review of ]. JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE, 81(3), 245–254.

By: T. Ghosh n, S. Batra n & R. Barker n

Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
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1990 journal article

THE BENDING BEHAVIOR OF PLAIN-WOVEN FABRICS .2. THE CASE OF LINEAR THREAD-BENDING BEHAVIOR

JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE, 81(3), 255–271.

By: T. Ghosh n, S. Batra n & R. Barker n

Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
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1990 journal article

THE BENDING BEHAVIOR OF PLAIN-WOVEN FABRICS .3. THE CASE OF BILINEAR THREAD-BENDING BEHAVIOR AND THE EFFECT OF FABRIC SET

JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE, 81(3), 272–287.

By: T. Ghosh n, S. Batra n & R. Barker n

Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1989 conference paper

Measurement of the flammability and thermal ageing of chemical protective suit materials

In J.L. Perkins & J. O. Stull (Eds.), Chemical protective clothing performance in chemical emergency response.

By: R. Barker n, S. An n & J. Stull n

Ed(s): . J.L. Perkins & J. Stull n

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1988 conference paper

Comfort properties of nonwoven barrier fabrics

1988 Nonwovens Conference: Opryland, Nashville, TN, April 5-8. Atlanta, GA : TAPPI Press.

By: R. Barker & S. Woo

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1988 conference paper

Measuring protective insulation of fabrics in hot surface contact

In R. S. S.Z. Mansdorf & A. P. Nielsen (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing : second symposium.

By: R. Barker n, S. Stamper* & I. Shalev*

Ed(s): R. S.Z. Mansdorf & A. Nielsen

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1988 conference paper

Testing the flammability of materials used in chemical protective suits

Textile Flammability Conference : May 11-13, 1988, Jane S. McKimmon Center, Raleigh, North Carolina. Raleigh, N.C. : NCSU.

By: R. Barker & S. An

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1988 conference paper

Thermal insulation properties of low density nonwoven battings

INDA/TEC 88 : book of papers : the International Nonwoven Fabrics Conference, May 16-19, 1988, Marriott's Harbor Beach Hotel, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S.A. New York, NY : INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry.

By: R. Barker & M. Anjaria

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1988 conference paper

Thermal insulation properties of low density nonwovens

Idea 88 : the International Nonwovens Conference & Exposition, October 24 to October 26, 1988, Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.A. New York: INDA.

By: R. Barker & M. Anjaria

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1987 journal article

ANALYZING THE TRANSIENT THERMO-PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF HEAT-RESISTANT FABRICS IN TPP EXPOSURES

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 57(6), 331–338.

By: R. Barker n & Y. Lee n

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1987 conference paper

Evaluating the thermal protective insulation properties of advanced heat- resistant fabrics

Advanced materials technology '87 : 32nd International SAMPE Symposium and Exhibition, Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California, April 6-9, 1987. Covina, Calif.: The Society.

By: R. Barker & Y. Lee

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1987 journal article

INFLUENCE OF FILLING YARN CHARACTERISTICS ON THE PROPERTIES OF CORDUROY FABRICS WOVEN ON AN AIR-JET LOOM

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 57(11), 661–670.

By: M. Mohamed n, V. Barghash n & R. Barker n

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1987 journal article

Thermal protective performance of heat resistant fabrics in various high intensity heat exposures

Textile Research Journal, 57(3), 123–132.

By: R. Barker n & Y. Lee n

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1986 conference paper

Assessment of the handle of finished fabrics

Annual international conference and exhibition of AATCC. RTP, N.C.: AATCC.

By: R. Barker & K. Vohs

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1986 conference paper

Effect of commercial dry cleaning on physical properties of wool fabrics

Annual international conference and exhibition of AATCC. RTP, N.C.: AATCC.

By: R. Barker, M. Wiczinski & M. Wentz

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1986 journal article

Effect of moisture on the thermal protective performance of heat resistant fabrics

Journal of Fire Sciences, 4(5), 315–331.

By: R. Barker n & Y. Lee n

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1986 conference paper

Objective evaluation of fabrics woven with air jet yarns, part I: Mechanical and surface properties

In R. P. S. Kawabata & M. Niwa (Eds.), Objective measurement: applications to product design and process control. Osaka : Textile Machinery Society of Japan.

By: R. Barker, K. Vohs & M. Mohamed

Ed(s): R. S. Kawabata & M. Niwa

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1986 conference paper

Objective evaluation of fabrics woven with air jet yarns, part II: Hand properties

In R. P. S. Kawabata & M. Niwa (Eds.), Objective measurement: applications to product design and process control. Osaka : Textile Machinery Society of Japan.

By: R. Barker, K. Vohs & M. Mohamed

Ed(s): R. S. Kawabata & M. Niwa

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1986 conference paper

Predicting the tailorability of men's suiting from Kawabata measurements

Wool in the eighties : technical seminar. Washington, D.C.: The Wool Bureau.

By: R. Barker, G. Luckey & K. Vohs

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1986 conference paper

Predicting the thermal protective performance of heat protective fabrics from basic properties

In R. L. Barker & G. C. Coletta (Eds.), Performance of protective clothing : a symposium sponsored by ASTM Committee F-23 on Protective Clothing, Raleigh, NC, 16-20 July 1984 (pp. 358–375). Philadelphia, PA : ASTM.

By: R. Barker & I. Shalev

Ed(s): . R. L. Barker & G. Coletta

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1986 journal article

Thermal protective performance of PBI and aramid fabrics: Measuring the effects of mechanical stress

Journal of Industrial Fabrics, 4(4).

By: T. Ghosh & R. Barker

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1986 conference paper

Using the KES system for objective measurement of fabric quality

Wool in the eighties: technical seminar. Washington, D.C. : The Wool Bureau.

By: R. Barker, G. Luckey & K. Vohs

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1985 conference paper

Analyzing the performance of fabrics in TPP exposures

INTERFLAM: International Conference on Flammability ; 1985.

By: R. Barker & I. Shalev

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1985 journal article

Thermal insulation properties of fabrics in high intensity heat exposures

TAPPI Journal, 68(12).

By: R. Barker & Y. Lee

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1984 journal article

EXPERIMENTAL DETECTION OF CAPILLARY ADHESION FORCES BETWEEN SINGLE TEXTILE FIBERS

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 54(9), 590–597.

By: R. Barker* & D. Shin*

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1984 journal article

PROTECTIVE FABRICS - A COMPARISON OF LABORATORY METHODS FOR EVALUATING THERMAL PROTECTIVE PERFORMANCE IN CONVECTIVE RADIANT EXPOSURES

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 54(10), 648–654.

By: I. Shalev n & R. Barker n

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1983 journal article

A computerized approach to evaluating the performance of heat resistant protective fabrics

Journal of Industrial Fabrics, 4.

By: R. Barker, M. Kazmierczak & I. Shalev

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1983 journal article

A summary of research on heat resistant fabrics for protective clothing

American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, 44(2), 123–180.

By: R. Barker* & E. Brewster*

MeSH headings : Hot Temperature; Protective Clothing; Time Factors
TL;DR: A need is seen for a specific program to evaluate the suitability of the variety of fabrics that might be used in industrial safety apparel to investigate the performance of heat-resistant safety fabrics. (via Semantic Scholar)
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1983 journal article

ANALYSIS OF HEAT-TRANSFER CHARACTERISTICS OF FABRICS IN AN OPEN FLAME EXPOSURE

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 53(8), 475–482.

By: I. Shalev n & R. Barker n

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1982 journal article

Bibliography of published information of heat resistant fabrics for protective clothing

Journal of Consumer Product Flammability, 9.

By: R. Barker & E. Brewster

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1982 journal article

Evaluating the flammability and thermal shrinkage of some protective fabrics

Journal of Industrial Fabrics, 1.

By: R. Barker & E. Brewster

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1982 conference paper

Evaluating the new heat resistant fabrics for protective clothing - a systematic approach

Textile Technology Forum '82. [St. Paul, Minn.]: Industrial Fabrics Association International,

By: R. Barker

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1982 journal article

PREDICTING THE HAND OF NON-WOVEN FABRICS FROM SIMPLE LABORATORY MEASUREMENTS

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 52(10), 615–620.

By: R. Barker* & M. Scheininger*

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
4. Quality Education (OpenAlex)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1981 conference paper

Analyzing the handle of some spunbonded and spunlaced nonwovens

Ninth Technical Symposium, Nonwovens in the '80s, years of change : March 9-11, 1981, Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia. New York, NY: The Association.

By: R. Barker & M. Mallon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1981 journal article

EVALUATING THE RESISTANCE OF SOME PROTECTIVE FABRICS TO MOLTEN IRON

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 51(8), 533–541.

By: R. Barker* & M. Yener*

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1981 conference paper

Protective clothing: Evaluating the performance of some asbestos substitutes against molten steel

Proceedings of the International Conference on Fire Safety, volume six, 1981 : papers presented at the sixth International Conference on Fire Safety, SRI International, Menlo Park, California, January 12 to 16, 1981, 6, 190. [U.S.]: Product Safety Corporation.

By: R. Barker

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1980 journal article

SAMPLING FOR CONFIDENCE-INTERVAL ESTIMATION OF THE FIBER SHAPE FACTOR

JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING FOR INDUSTRY-TRANSACTIONS OF THE ASME, 102(4), 366–368.

By: C. Russell*, R. Barker* & D. Lyons*

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1979 journal article

DETERMINATION OF FIBER CROSS-SECTIONAL CIRCULARITY FROM MEASUREMENTS MADE IN A LONGITUDINAL VIEW

JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING FOR INDUSTRY-TRANSACTIONS OF THE ASME, 101(1), 59–64.

By: R. Barker* & D. Lyons*

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1979 journal article

MEASUREMENT OF FIBER DIAMETER AND DIAMETER DISTRIBUTION BY IMAGE ANALYSIS

JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING FOR INDUSTRY-TRANSACTIONS OF THE ASME, 101(1), 54–58.

By: R. Barker* & D. Lyons*

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1978 journal article

NEW HOOKED NEEDLE DEVICE FOR FORMING FIBER BEARDS FOR LENGTH AND STRENGTH MEASUREMENT

JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING FOR INDUSTRY-TRANSACTIONS OF THE ASME, 100(1), 5–7.

By: R. Barker*, H. Poole* & D. Lyons*

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1978 journal article

OPTICAL SCANNING TECHNIQUE FOR MEASURING FIBER SIZE

JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING FOR INDUSTRY-TRANSACTIONS OF THE ASME, 100(1), 1–4.

By: R. Barker*, M. Brown* & D. Lyons*

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1977 journal article

COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF TRASH CONTAMINATION IN COTTON BY OPTICAL SCANNING

JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING FOR INDUSTRY-TRANSACTIONS OF THE ASME, 99(1), 46–50.

By: D. Lyons* & R. Barker*

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1977 journal article

INSTRUMENTED ANALYSIS OF INFLUENCE OF NON-LINT TRASH AND LINT COLOR ON GRADING OF COTTON

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 47(4), 289–294.

By: R. Barker* & D. Lyons*

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
10. Reduced Inequalities (OpenAlex)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1976 journal article

INSTRUMENTAL PROCEDURES FOR ANALYSIS OF NON-LINT PARTICLES IN COTTON

JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING FOR INDUSTRY-TRANSACTIONS OF THE ASME, 98(3), 845–848.

By: R. Barker* & D. Lyons*

UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (OpenAlex)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

1976 journal article

OPTICAL MEASUREMENT OF NON-LINT PARTICLES IN VARIOUS GRADES OF COTTON

TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL, 46(2), 135–139.

By: D. Lyons* & R. Barker*

Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

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