Hohenstein
New analytical method records the release of microfibers in textiles

Dynamic image analysis is used to determine not only the mass, but also the number, length, shape and diameter of the detached fibers. The sample is not destroyed, so that additional tests can be carried out for further analysis. With this level of detail, researchers and users in the field of textiles can now quantify in more detail which types of fiber and material constructions contribute most to microfiber release. The method is therefore leading to informed decisions in the development of more sustainable textiles and production processes.