The Effect of Strain on the Electrical Resistance of Keratin
- 1 January 1959
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Textile Research Journal
- Vol. 29 (1), 1-6
- https://doi.org/10.1177/004051755902900101
Abstract
The change of resistance with time after the application of various strains has been examined at 90% RH and 20° C. for keratin fibers. There is an initial instantaneous rise of resistance much greater than that due to a dimensional change, which is related to the strain, followed by a decrease in the resistance caused by the uptake of water vapor from the surrounding atmosphere. A further stage was observed during which the resistance rose as excess water vapor left the fiber.Keywords
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