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Radio frequency identification (RFID) systems: radio frequency identification (RFID) systems provide a method to automatically identify and locate manufactured products over distances of up to several hundred metres. They rely on storing and remotely retrieving data from electronic tags using devices which can transmit and pick up data via radio waves. The systems usually comprise a universal infrastructure which consists of electronic readers, tags and radio-frequency identification management computer software.

Radio-frequency identification (RFID): see RFID systems. Last referenced in: Developments and innovations in the apparel sector (Global Apparel Markets Issue 1)

Radio-frequency identification (RFID) systems: provide a method to automatically identify and locate manufactured products over distances of up to several hundred metres. They rely on storing and remotely retrieving data from electronic tags using devices which can transmit and pick up data via radio waves. The systems usually comprise a universal infrastructure which consists of electronic readers, tags and radio-frequency identification management computer software.

Raffia: a fibre obtained from the leaves of the raffia palm.

Ramie: a bast fibre similar to flax, the fibre used for making linen textiles. Last referenced in: Editorial: Post-Quota Scenarios: the EU Prepares to Impose Safeguard Quotas Against China (Textile Outlook International Issue 116)

Raschel: a two-needle warp knitting system. Last referenced in: Innovations in Fibres, Textiles, Apparel and Machinery (Textile Outlook International Issue 108)

Ratiné: a cloth with a rough surface, which has been achieved by finishing and/or the use of fancy yarns.

Rayon: a term used to describe fibres made from regenerated cellulose (see also viscose, modal and acetate). Last referenced in: Global Technical Textiles Business Update (Technical Textile Markets Issue 74)

Reaction spinning: a process for producing man-made fibres in which polymerisation is achieved during the extrusion of one set of reactants into another set of reactants.

Ready-to-wear: a term used to describe clothing which has been produced in a factory and is offered for sale as a finished garment in a range of standard sizes. Last referenced in: Stretch fibres and fabrics (Performance Apparel Markets Issue 2)