scholarly journals Investigation of the effect of cotton knitted fabric structure of babywear on moisture management properties

2019 ◽  
Vol 70 (06) ◽  
pp. 495-501
Author(s):  
SERAP BILTEKIN ◽  
AYÇA AYÇA
Keyword(s):  
Knitted Fabric ◽  
Knitted Fabrics ◽  
Liquid Transport ◽  
Fabric Thickness ◽  
Moisture Management ◽  
Management Capability ◽  
Yarn Thickness ◽  
Cotton Knitted Fabric ◽  
Fabric Weight ◽  
Fabric Structures

In recent years, baby clothing has become an important role in the garment sector. The increasing importance of baby clothing, along with the new designs, different fabric structures, accessories and clothing comfort is required to develop. Due to the increasing importance given to baby health in the world, babywears have to be manufactured from materials that are not harmful to health in accordance with the standards. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of cotton knitted fabrics structure of babywear on moisture management properties. For this reason, moisture management properties (wetting time, absorption rate, spreading speed, accumulative one-way transport capability (OWTC) and overall moisture management capability (OMMC)) of cotton knitted fabrics of different structures which are widely used in babywear have been examined. Moisture management tester was used for liquid transport of the knitted fabric samples. As a result of the study, it is observed that single jersey fabric had higher OMMC values than these of interlock and 1x1 rib knitted fabrics. Regarding the effect of yarn thickness, liquid transport increased with decreasing yarn thickness in general. Regarding the effect of fabric weight and fabric thickness, liquid transport decreased with increasing weight and thickness in general. Negative correlations were observed between fabric weight, fabric thickness and overall moisture management capability.

scholarly journals The Effect of Softeners Applications on Moisture Management Properties of Polyester/Cotton Blended Sandwich Weft-Knitted Fabric Structure

Coatings ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 575
Author(s):  
Amna Siddique ◽  
Tufail Hassan ◽  
Sharjeel Abid ◽  
Munir Ashraf ◽  
Azmat Hussain ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Knitted Fabric ◽  
Knitted Fabrics ◽  
Drying Time ◽  
Moisture Management ◽  
Fabric Structure ◽  
Management Capability ◽  
Weft Knitted Fabric ◽  
Performance Results ◽  
Fabric Comfort ◽  
Concentration Levels

Prolonged drying times of terry fabrics is a problem as they can not be re-used until completely dry. To resolve this issue, we have designed a sandwich polyester in the mid-layer with low moisture content that could reduce the drying time with excellent wicking properties. These fabrics are widely used as activewear and sportswear. The effect of different softeners on the moisture management properties of weft-knitted terry fabrics’ for various applications has also been studied. Terry knitted fabrics were prepared using a circular knitting machine. Six different softeners were applied with three different concentrations, i.e., 10 g/L, 15 g/L, and 20 g/L, on the fabric using the pad-dry-cure method. Moisture management tests and rubbing fastness tests were performed to analyze the applied softener’s effect on the fabric comfort and moisture management performance. Results revealed that softener type (i.e., cationic, anionic, and non-ionic) and concentration levels considerably affect the moisture management capability of terry knitted fabrics.

scholarly journals Moisture management properties of plain knitted fabrics made of natural and regenerated cellulose fibres

2015 ◽  
Vol 69 (2) ◽  
pp. 193-200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Milada Novakovic ◽  
Lana Putic ◽  
Matejka Bizjak ◽  
Snezana Stankovic
Keyword(s):  
Water Vapour ◽  
Deformation Behaviour ◽  
The Body ◽  
Regenerated Cellulose ◽  
Knitted Fabric ◽  
Surface Geometry ◽  
Knitted Fabrics ◽  
Liquid Transport ◽  
Textile Materials ◽  
Moisture Management

Moisture management is a complicated process which is known to be influenced by a variety of fabric characteristics such as fibre nature (hydrophilic or hydrophobic), porosity and thickness. There are different aspects of the moisture management properties of textile materials since water transport in textile materials can be in the form of liquid and vapour. The ability of textile materials to transfer water vapour allows the human body to keep thermal balance due to evaporation. With stronger physical activity of a person when the body produces a large amount of heat, the skin perspiration increases (in order to regulate the body temperature) and liquid sweat should be taken from the skin, otherwise it will worsen the sense of comfort. The aim of this research was to investigate the factors influencing moisture management properties of plain knitted fabrics at the three scale levels, i.e. microscopic (fibre type), mesoscopic (yarn geometry) and macroscopic (fabric porosity) levels. Plain knitted fabrics were produced from the two-assembled hemp, cotton and viscose yarns under controlled conditions so as to be comparable in basic construction characteristics, but varying in yarns geometry. Evaporative resistance test reflecting vapour transport and water distribution test reflecting liquid transport in the knitted fabrics were conducted. To determine the statistical importance of the results, analysis of variance (ANOVA) was applied. As a consequence of the geometry and deformation behaviour of the fibres used and spinning techniques applied, the yarns differed in both packing density and surface geometry, thus determining the pore distribution. Due to loose structure of the cotton yarn, the cotton knitted fabric was characterised by the lowest free open surface (macroporosity) exhibiting the lowest both water vapour and liquid permeability. Although having the highest macroporosity, the water vapour and liquid transport capability of the hemp knitted fabric was lower than that of the viscose knit. The best moisture management properties of the viscose knitted fabric were resulted from viscose affinity for water absorption and increased surface area of the viscose yarn. The results obtained proved that variations in any of the hierarchical structure levels can modify moisture transport ability of textile fabrics. Therefore, the moisture management properties of textile materials can be guided in a desired direction by the appropriate selection of fibres and careful design of yarn structure.

Comfort and Mechanical Properties of Polyester/Bamboo and Polyester/Cotton Blended Knitted Fabric

2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 155892501501000 ◽  
Author(s):  
Uzair Hussain ◽  
Farhad Bin Younis ◽  
Faisal Usman ◽  
Tanveer Hussain ◽  
Faheem Ahmed
Keyword(s):  
Cotton Fiber ◽  
Fiber Content ◽  
Knitted Fabric ◽  
Bending Rigidity ◽  
Ring Spinning ◽  
Knitted Fabrics ◽  
Gram Positive Bacteria ◽  
Moisture Management ◽  
Management Capability ◽  
C 50

The mechanical and comfort properties of polyester/bamboo and polyester/cotton knitted fabrics were studied. Four different ratios, P/B 65/35, P/B 50/50, P/B 35/65, P/B 20/80, P/C 65/35, P/C 50/50, P/C 35/65, P/C 20/80 of both blends were produced by mixing at the blow room stage. Then yarns of equal count Ne 20 were made on a ring spinning machine, and a knitted fabric was produced on a single jersey weft knitting machine. It was observed that by increasing bamboo and cotton fiber content in the blends, yarn breaking force and tenacity were decreased. Bursting strength, bending rigidity, and thermal resistance of the blended fabrics decreased by increasing bamboo and cotton fiber content in the blends, while air permeability and moisture management capability was found to increase with the increase in bamboo and cotton fiber content. No antimicrobial activity was shown by any of the P/B blended fabric, but to some extent, 100% bamboo fiber showed antibacterial activity against gram negative bacteria while against gram positive bacteria, no activity was observed.

Development of Coolsmart Functional Knitted Fabrics

2012 ◽  
Vol 503-504 ◽  
pp. 498-502 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lan Qing Feng ◽  
Yan Jun Liu
Keyword(s):  
Pattern Formation ◽  
Moisture Absorption ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Knitted Fabric ◽  
Machine Code ◽  
Knitted Fabrics ◽  
Bacterial Function ◽  
Fabric Structures ◽  
Selection Of

Based on the main features of coolsmart fiber and the theory of knitted fabric structures， two structures of sports and leisure knitted fabrics with fast moisture absorption, description and anti-bacterial function are introduced in this article, detailing the selection of raw materials, pattern formation effect, the machine code organization and cam set out.

A statistical analysis of low-stress mechanical properties of warp-knitted fabrics

2016 ◽  
Vol 88 (4) ◽  
pp. 467-479 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ka-yan Yim ◽  
Chi-wai Kan
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Evaluation System ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Physical Parameters ◽  
Knitted Fabrics ◽  
Fabric Hand ◽  
Low Stress Mechanical Properties ◽  
Fabric Weight ◽  
Fabric Structures ◽  
Selection Of

Fabric hand is an indispensable characteristic for the selection of fabric and product development and the buying consideration for manufacturers and consumers. However, there is little comprehensive work on the hand feel property of warp-knitted fabrics due to the mainstream natural fibers (cotton, wool and silk) and other fabric structures (woven, weft-knitted and nonwoven). The increasing potential for the wide variety of applications and development of warp-knitted fabrics is not only because its fabric hand gives better determination for fabric marketing, but also because it provides extensive scope for fabric performance and appearance. This paper reports an experimental study on the integrated fabric hand behavior of a series of warp-knitted fabrics made for various apparel applications, such as sportswear, lingerie and leisure wear. These 105 fabrics were produced by varying different physical parameters, including fabric weight and fabric thickness. The Kawabata Evaluation System for Fabric (KES-F) was employed to obtain the fabric hand properties (primary hand value and total hand value) related with stiffness, smoothness and softness. All low-stress mechanical properties and fabric hand values from the testing results were used to verify the applicability of the KES-F on warp-knitted fabrics and to analyze the relationships of fabric parameters and hand characteristics. The results indicate that the KES-F is an appropriate tool to measure the hand attributes of warp-knitted samples, and moderate correlations between physical properties and mechanical behavior were found.

Development, investigation and evaluation of smart multifunctional socks

2020 ◽  
pp. 152808372097016
Author(s):  
Laimutė Stygienė ◽  
Sandra Varnaitė-Žuravliova ◽  
Aušra Abraitienė ◽  
Audronė Sankauskaitė ◽  
Virginija Skurkytė-Papievienė ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Phase Change Materials ◽  
Knitted Fabric ◽  
Knitted Fabrics ◽  
Protective Properties ◽  
Insect Repellents ◽  
Functional Additives ◽  
Blood Sucking ◽  
Fabric Structures ◽  
New Generation ◽  
Single Jersey

The use of a new generation chemical fibers with various functional additives offers new possibilities for the development of advanced (multi)functional textile products. Such compounds as phase change materials (PCMs), metals (like cooper, silver), also natural or chemical insect repellents, FIR emitting ceramic particles and etc. incorporated into fibres’ structure are essential for development of knitted fabrics directly contacting to the skin with effective thermoregulation and such protective properties as: antimicrobial, antistatic, repellence against blood sucking insects. The main parts of socks investigated were knitted in plain plated single jersey pattern. The 3-ply twisted yarns of new structures were used in the outer layer of socks. Yarns were made by using single yarns with PCMs, insect repellent permethrin, ceramic and silver additives containing fibres (Cell Solution® Clima, Cell Solution® Protection, Resistex® Silver). The inner layer of socks was made of polyester (PES) 3-ply twisted yarns with different number of filaments resulted in different structures of socks’ fabric. Based on all obtained thermoregulating and protective characteristics of investigated different knitted fabric structures of socks, the optimal knitted socks were selected. The obtained results of investigations are significant for the development of other knitted fabrics worn next to the skin.

Investigation of thermoregulation properties of various ceramic-containing knitted fabric structures

2019 ◽  
Vol 50 (5) ◽  
pp. 716-739 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laimutė Stygienė ◽  
Sandra Varnaitė-Žuravliova ◽  
Aušra Abraitienė ◽  
Sigitas Krauledas ◽  
Julija Baltušnikaitė-Guzaitienė ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Resistance ◽  
Cold Weather ◽  
Heat Accumulation ◽  
Spectroscopy Analysis ◽  
Knitted Fabrics ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Moisture Management ◽  
Infrared Rays ◽  
Knitted Structure ◽  
Fabric Structures

To ensure the thermal comfort during high physical activity, clothes must have good thermoregulation properties. Textiles containing ceramic additives, which are able to absorb and emit back the thermal energy from the human body, can be used to improve the thermal properties of the fabric. The aim of the research was to investigate the thermal and moisture management properties of different, three-layer knitted fabrics containing fibers impregnated with infrared-emitting ceramic particles. The thermal efficiency of the manufactured knits was characterised by the dynamics of accumulated/released heat generated by infrared rays and expressed as achieved steady-state surface temperature while and after the heating. Thermal resistance and liquid moisture management properties were investigated during the research as well. The elemental analysis of different pure bio-ceramic additives in yarns, used for development of knitted fabrics, was determined by X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy analysis. It was determined that heat accumulation is directly related to the calculated quantity of bio-ceramic additives in the knits. The obvious correlation between accumulated/released heat, thermal resistance, and the quantity of bio-ceramic additives in all investigated knitted structures was also investigated. Taking into account all the results obtained during the study of the thermoregulation properties, the optimal knitted structure, which could be comfortable for wearing next to the skin in cold weather, was selected.

Some Studies on the Moisture Management Properties of Cotton and Bamboo Yarn Knitted Fabrics

2015 ◽  
Vol 1134 ◽  
pp. 225-230 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nadhirah Mohd Amran ◽  
Mohd Rozi Ahmad ◽  
Mohamad Faizul Yahya ◽  
Amily Fikry ◽  
Ahmad Munir Che Muhamed ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Vapour ◽  
Air Permeability ◽  
Water Vapour Permeability ◽  
Water Penetration ◽  
Knitted Fabrics ◽  
Vapour Permeability ◽  
Spreading Area ◽  
Moisture Management ◽  
Management Capability ◽  
Cotton Yarns

This paper reports on the moisture management properties of fabrics made from yarns of 100% cotton, 100% bamboo and combination of bamboo and cotton yarns. The fabrics were knitted on a circular knitting machine and scoured before measuring them for moisture management capability, air permeability and water vapour permeability. The results showed that all fabrics have good overall moisture management capability which classified them as water penetration fabric with small spreading area. The fabric consisting of the combination of bamboo and cotton yarns of 83/17 ratio gave the highest air and water vapour permeability.

scholarly journals An Investigation On Air and Thermal Transmission Through Knitted Fabric Structures Using the Taguchi Method

2017 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 152-163 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anindya Ghosh ◽  
Prithwiraj Mal ◽  
Abhijit Majumdar ◽  
Debamalya Banerjee
Keyword(s):  
Air Permeability ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Knitted Fabric ◽  
Loop Length ◽  
Knitted Fabrics ◽  
Yarn Count ◽  
Fabric Structures ◽  
Noise Factors ◽  
Single Jersey ◽  
Thermal Absorptivity

Abstract Knitted fabrics have excellent comfort properties because of their typical porous structure. Different comfort properties of knitted fabrics such as air permeability, thermal absorptivity, and thermal conductivity depend on the properties of raw material and knitting parameters. In this paper, an investigation was done to observe the effect of yarn count, loop length, knitting speed, and yarn input tension in the presence of two uncontrollable noise factors on selected comfort properties of single jersey and 1×1 rib knitted fabrics using the Taguchi experimental design. The results show that yarn count and loop length have significant influence on the thermo-physiological comfort properties of knitted fabrics.

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