Abstract
Many pertintent facts regarding the physical properties of nylon have been disclosed as the result of a research project sponsored by the Sauquoit Silk Co., Inc. In the course of the work a survey of scientific, technical and general literature on the subject was conducted by Marian Calder Sigel, research associate, Fabric Research Labo ratories, Inc. Included in this s-urvey are a list of the journals consulted, with an abstract of pertinent articles, and a summary of compiled data on the various proper ties of nylon. Believing that the survey will be of value to other companies engaged in the development and use of nylon and other synthetic fibers, Sauquoit Silk Com pany has permitted its publication.
The importance of the survey is indicated by the fol lowing abstract. Copies of the complete report entitled "Nylon—A Literature Survey" can be obtained from Textile Research Institute, Inc., 10 East 40th St., New York, N. Y.
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