Nonwoven textiles in automotive interiors

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

6-1-2010

Abstract

This chapter provides an overview of the current market for automotive textiles and also a discussion of key issues for safety, economics, aesthetics, acoustics, and ecology involved in the design and production of automotive nonwoven materials. Auto makers' major requirements for automotive textiles are described and some constraints for auto nonwoven producers are explained. Typical nonwoven applications in auto interior manufacturing are illustrated and the primary specifications of nonwoven materials for these particular applications are described. New challenges and opportunities for automotive nonwoven producers are reviewed and the future trends of auto nonwoven development are summarized. © 2010 Woodhead Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Applications of Nonwovens in Technical Textiles

First Page

184

Last Page

201

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