Whether you're a fashion enthusiast or simply curious about the process, this video offers an in-depth look at how silk is made, from start to finish. US general details China military plans to ...

Silk is a fabric like no other. Historically, its unmatched beauty, durability, and comfort was prized by the ranks of nobility — Roman and Arabian aristocrats in particular. The rarity of the fabric ...

Whether you're fascinated by textile production, nature's miracles, or artisanal craftsmanship, this behind-the-scenes look at how silk is made will leave you amazed and inspired. Political ...

Scientists now show how the silk naturally produced by silkworms can be made 70% stronger than spider silks by removing a sticky outer layer and manually spinning the silk. Spiders hold the market ...

Aside from its usefulness in the aforementioned industries, silkworm silk has become an incredibly attractive biomaterial for biomedical applications such as surgical sutures. Its use as a biomaterial ...

Harvested by unraveling a silk cocoon in one continuous thread, material made and woven with long strand silk results in an exceptionally strong and high-quality end product. It also allows for a ...

Spiders make their webs from silk, a natural fibre made of protein. Not only does spider silk combine the useful properties of high tensile strength and extensibility, it can be beautiful in its own ...