Pamela Banks-Lee

Pamela Banks-Lee is an associate professor in the department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science in the Wilson College of Textiles at NC State University.

Banks-Lee is the co-author on many scholarly articles involving processing, properties and evaluation of textile materials. Her research focuses on engineered properties such as sound absorption, and thermal resistance of nonwoven fabric structures.

Banks-Lee earned bachelor’s degrees in Applied Mathematics and in Textile Technology, her master’s degree in Textile Marketing and Management and her Ph.D. in Fiber and Polymer Science all from North Carolina State University. She is a member of the Acoustical Society of America and the Fiber Society.

Research

Research interests lie in the area of noise and vibration control in textile machinery, acoustic properties of materials, and material-machine interactions.  Special interests are in modification of existing equipment to improve productivity and maintain environmental standards.

Recent efforts include:

• Research in developing models for prediction of fabric acoustic properties.

• Study of fluid flow through nonwoven structures.

• Time related studies on the effects of fabric properties.

• Optimizing processing conditions for microdenier fibers.

Academic Degrees

• Ph.D. Fiber and Polymer Science, North Carolina State University, 1986
• M.S. Textile Materials and Marketing, North Carolina State University, 1979
• B.S. Textile Technology, North Carolina State University, 1976
• B.S. Applied Mathematics, North Carolina State University, 1976

Publications

Multi-fiber needle-punched nonwoven composites: Effects of heat treatment on sound absorption performance

Yilmaz, N. D., Powell, N. B., Banks-Lee, P., & Michielsen, S. (2013), Journal of Industrial Textiles, 43(2), 231–246. https://doi.org/10.1177/1528083712452899

Effects of material and treatment parameters on noise-control performance of compressed three-layered multifiber needle-punched nonwovens

Yilmaz, N. D., Michielsen, S., Banks-Lee, P., & Powell, N. B. (2012), Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 123(4), 2095–2106. https://doi.org/10.1002/app.34712

Hemp-fiber based nonwoven composites: effects of alkalization on sound absorption performance

Yilmaz, N. D., Powell, N. B., Banks-Lee, P., & Michielsen, S. (2012), Fibers and Polymers, 13(7), 915–922. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12221-012-0915-0

Effects of porosity, fiber size, and layering sequence on sound absorption performance of needle-punched nonwovens

Yilmaz, N. D., Banks-Lee, P., Powell, N. B., & Michielsen, S. (2011), Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 121(5), 3056–3069. https://doi.org/10.1002/app.33312

Modeling tortuosity in thin fibrous porous media using computational fluid dynamics

Vallabh, R., Ducoste, J., Seyam, A. F., & Banks-Leel, P. (2011), Journal of Porous Media, 14(9), 791–804. https://doi.org/10.1615/jpormedia.v14.i9.40

New approach for determining tortuosity in fibrous porous media

Vallabh, R., Banks-Lee, P., & Seyam, A. F. (2010), Journal of Engineered Fibers and Fabrics, 5(3), 7–15.

An innovative wood-fiber composite incorporating nonwoven textile technologies

Dyk, H., Peralta, P., Peszlen, I., & Banks-Lee, P. (2009), Forest Products Journal, 59(11-12), 11–17. https://doi.org/10.13073/0015-7473-59.11.11

Determination of radiative thermal conductivity in needlepunched nonwovens

Vallabh, R., Banks-Lee, P., & Mohammadi, M. (2008), Journal of Engineered Fibers and Fabrics, 3(4), 46–52.

Physical and mechanical properties of chiengora fibers

Greer, S., Banks-Lee, P., & Jones, M. (2007), AATCC Review, 7(5), 42–46.

Evaluating the effectiveness of bifid medical needles for protection from needle-stick injuries

Banks-Lee, P., Turner, L. D. C., & Seyam, A. M. (2004), Textile Research Journal, 74(2), 101–107. https://doi.org/10.1177/004051750407400203

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Grants

The National Textile Center: Hispanic Characterization System (S05-NS-04)

NCSU National Textile Center Program(4/01/08 - 3/31/09)

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The National Textile Center: Hispanic Characterization System (S05-NS-04)

Sponsor: NCSU National Textile Center Program

Start Date: 4/01/08

End Date: 3/31/09

Abstract

The overall purpose of this project is to develop a comprehensive database of information that can be used to characterize the multidimensional US Hispanic market. Towards this end, the basic underlying objectives are to: 1. Develop a methodology for researching the key factors optimally used by the textile and apparel to effectively target the fastest growing market in the United States. 2. To collect data regarding the markets economic indicators, product development requirements and preferences, using a variety of methods and media. 3. To statistically evaluate the data so that effective and targeted marketing strategies can be developed and valid projections can be made. 4. To provide access to up to date and employable data. 5. To develop a Hispanic Characterization System (HCS) in which empirical research efforts will result in a comprehensive profile of the US Hispanic market.

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Hispanic Characterization System (HCS)

NCSU National Textile Center Program(5/01/05 - 4/30/07)

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Hispanic Characterization System (HCS)

Sponsor: NCSU National Textile Center Program

Start Date: 5/01/05

End Date: 4/30/07

Abstract

The overall purpose of this project is to develop a comprehensive database of information that can be used to characterize the multidimensional US Hispanic market. Towards this end, the basic underlying objectives are to: 1. Develop a methodology for researching the key factors optimally used by the textile and apparel to effectively target the fastest growing market in the United States. 2. To collect data regarding the markets' economic indicators, product development requirements and preferences, using a variety of methods and media. 3. To statistically evaluate the data so that effective and targeted marketing strategies can be developed and valid projections can be made. 4. To provide access to up to date and employable data. 5. To develop a Hispanic Characterization System (HCS) in which empirical research efforts will result in a comprehensive profile of the US Hispanic market.

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