Recent Developments in Materials and Manufacturing Techniques Used for Sports Textiles

Table 3

Synthetic fibers properties and their applications in sports textile products.

Fiber	Properties	Sports textile products
Polyester	Lightweight, wrinkle-free, durable, excellent elasticity, nonabsorbent, wicking properties	Shirts, trousers, jackets, gloves, socks, undergarments
Nylon	Durable, excellent elongation, UV resistance, heat resistance, chemical resistance, mold and mildew resistance, quick-drying	Shirts, trousers, jackets, gloves, socks, undergarments, tracksuits
Acrylic	Durable, excellent elastic recovery, good thermal stability, insect resistance	Shoes, shoe lining, gloves, athlete wear
Polypropylene	Low density, tough, flexible, chemical resistant, lightweight, quick-drying, and comfortable	Shirts, trousers, undergarments
Elastane	Soft, smooth, 500% stretch recovery, abrasion resistance, resistance to perspiration, body oil, and detergents	Cyclist uniform, runners, athlete uniform, undergarments, swimmers dress, body fit garments