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Textile fibers, Synthetic

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Scope Note: Man-made fibers manufactured through chemical synthesis process known as polymerization. Includes: Acrylic fibers; Dacron; Kevlar; Modacrylic; Nomex; Nylon; Orlon; Paper thread; Polyamide fibers; Polyester fibers; Polypropylene fibers; Rayon; Spandex; Spun yarns; Triacetate; Vinyl fibers; and Artificial wool.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Gordon D. Patterson papers

 Collection
Accession: 2247
Abstract:

Gordon Derby Patterson (1897-1982) was a chemist who spent nearly forty years with the Central Research Department (formerly the Chemical Department) at the E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company, a chemical company more commonly referred to as the DuPont Company. In addition to his early work in pigments and rayon, Patterson directed research in high-energy radiation generators, radioactive tracer techniques, nuclear magnetic resonance, electron microscopy, and absorption spectroscopy. His papers provide extensive documentation for these projects, giving particular emphasis on ideas and suggestions for possible areas of exploration. In addition, there are administrative records, including outlines for research directors and the Steering Committee reviewing the status of current and proposed projects, as well as technical reference materials, such as summary reports, scientific papers, and literature reviews.

Dates: 1920-1966; Majority of material found within 1926-1962