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1. Comfort properties of socks from seacell fibers

Author:
Avcı, H.; Özdemir, M.; İridağ, B. Y.; Duru, C. S.; Candan, C.
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 419-425
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
air; anti-inflammatory activity; bamboos; clothing; cotton; fabrics; feet; people; raw materials; soybeans; viscose
Abstract:
... Since less air circulation occurs at feet in shoes than the other parts of the body, many people have foot-related problems as a result of faulty sock choice. Socks are generally expected to have better comfort properties than the other garments, and accordingly the industry continuously searches for various types of raw materials in order to accomplish the consumers’ comfort-related demands. In t ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1351065

2. Effects of irradiation on polyethyleneterephthalate(PET) fibers impregnated with sensitizer

Author:
Zhu, Shifeng; Shi, Meiwu; Tian, Mingwei; Qu, Lijun; Chen , Guohua
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 294-299
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
X-ray diffraction; X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy; crosslinking; crystal structure; differential scanning calorimetry; gels; irradiation; melting point; polyethylene terephthalates; scanning electron microscopy; thermal stability; thermogravimetry
Abstract:
... Polyethylene terephthalate(PET) is difficult to be irradiation cross-linked at low dose for the aromatic groups. In this paper, trimethylolpropane triacrylate (TMPTA) was incorporated in PET fibers to sensitize the cross-linking. Changes in PET fibers subjected to electron beam irradiation at dose up to 200 kGy and dose rate 12 kGy/s were investigated by gel content, scanning electron microscopy, ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1342216

3. Effects of monomer compatibility on sizing properties of feather keratin-g-P(AA-co-MA)

Author:
Li, Manli; Jin, Enqi; Lian, Yaoyao
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 376-382
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
acrylic acid; adhesion; keratin; mechanical properties; polyesters; viscosity; yarns
Abstract:
... In order to endow feather keratin with good sizing properties for all-polyester or high-polyester yarns, methyl acrylate (MA) and acrylic acid (AA) monomers with a variation in feed molar ratio from 10/90 to 30/70 were grafted onto the molecular chains of native feather keratin under equal monomer concentration. Effects of monomer compatibility of MA/AA on sizing properties of the feather keratin- ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1348215

4. Evaluation of the electrical integrity of E-textiles subjected to environmental conditions

Author:
Bogan, Kelly; Seyam, Abdel-Fattah M.; Slade, Jeremiah
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 393-409
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
air temperature; electronic equipment; electronics; environmental factors; fabrics; humidity
Abstract:
... E-textiles contain electrically conductive elements and electronic devices that are integrated in textile substrate. Wearable e-textiles are expected to perform like textiles in terms of breathability, conformability, and comfort despite the presence of the electrically conductive elements and electronics. E-textiles are also expected to provide reliable data and signal processing like electronic ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1350128

5. Investigation of physical models accuracy optimized by PSO for determining low-velocity impact behavior of warp-knitted spacer fabrics

Author:
Yousefpour, Masih; Payvandy, Pedram; Ahmadi, Mohammad Saleh
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 312-321
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
absorption; algorithms; cameras; energy; fabrics; linear models; physical models
Abstract:
... Nowadays, warp-knitted spacer fabrics (WKSFs) have been developed for many applications. Impact response and energy absorption are important properties of WKSFs in protective applications. In this study, low-velocity impact (LVI) behavior of WKSFs was investigated. In this regard, physical models with maximum adoption to the behavior of WKSFs in LVI were determined. In the first step, LVI behavior ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1342891

6. Investigation of the relation between surface roughness and friction properties of polyester fabrics after abrasion

Author:
Akgun, Mine; Becerir, Behcet; Alpay, Halil Rifat
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 322-337
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
fabrics; friction; polyesters; roughness; statistical analysis; surface roughness; yarns
Abstract:
... This paper focused on the investigation of surface roughness and friction properties of polyester fabrics after abrasion. Experiments were performed on polyester woven fabrics produced from the same yarns in warp and weft directions but with different constructional properties. Surface roughness parameters of amplitude, spacing and hybrid, along with static and kinetic coefficients of friction wer ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1344117

7. Moisture transmission behaviour of individual component and multi-layered fabric with sweat and pure water

Author:
Mukhopadhyay, Arunangshu; Preet, Agya; Midha, Vinay
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 383-392
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
absorption; drying; fabrics; fleece; nylon; polyesters; sweat; water vapor
Abstract:
... Moisture transport through multilayer clothing system is one of the most important aspect governing the comfort and performance of multi-layered clothing system. In the present study, properties critical to functioning of outdoor apparels were tested using sweat and pure water for both multi-layered and single layer components i.e., polyester knitted fabric as inner layer (next to skin), polyester ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1348435

8. Numerical modelling of microfibers formation and motion during melt blowing

Author:
Sun, G. W.; Song, J.; Xu, L.; Wang, X. H.
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 300-306
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
crystal structure; crystallization; deformation; energy; equations; manufacturing; mathematical models; melting; polymers; prediction; temperature; thermal radiation
Abstract:
... Melt blowing (MB) is a widely used one-step process to manufacture products comprising microfibers in large quantities. However, fiber formation and motion are complicated and difficult to modeling in MB. In this study, a comprehensive MB model from orifice exit to collection screen is developed. Fiber is described as a model of a series of beads connected by polymer element. Fiber formation and m ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1342522

9. Optimization and surface modification of silk fabric using DBD air plasma for improving wicking properties

Author:
Rani, K. Vinisha; Chandwani, Nisha; Kikani, Purvi; Nema, S. K.; Sarma, Arun Kumar; Sarma, Bornali
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 368-375
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy; air; contact angle; electric power; exposure duration; hydrophilicity; moieties; scanning electron microscopes; silk fabric; tensile strength
Abstract:
... It is necessary to study the suitable effect of plasma parameters, such as exposure time and applied voltage on the wicking properties of silk fabrics. Wicking property of silk fabric has been improved by using air dielectric barrier discharge plasma treatment. The plasma treatment has been utilized to modify the surface properties of silk fabrics. Untreated and plasma-treated fabrics have been ch ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1347230

10. Predicting tensile strength of fabrics used in firefighters’ protective clothing after multiple radiation exposures

Author:
Lu, Yehu; Wang, Lijun; Gao, Qiang
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 338-344
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
clothing selection; cumulative exposure; equations; exposure duration; fabrics; fire fighters; fire fighting; heat transfer; prediction; protective clothing; tensile strength
Abstract:
... During daily training, in-site firefighting and emergency rescue, firefighters often encountered multiple exposures to various thermal hazards. In this study, the tensile strengths of three typical fabrics used in firefighters’ protective clothing after exposure to multiple radiations were investigated. Radiant heat flux of 21 kW/m² was simulated by a radiant protective performance tester. Totally ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1345603

11. Structure and form in textile design: curriculum and bibliography

Author:
Hann, M. A.
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 285-293
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
curriculum; fabrics; higher education; research projects; students; teachers; terminology
Abstract:
... Textile design teachers and instructors perceive themselves at a disadvantage when faced with developing theoretical material relating to the geometry of structure and form in textile design. It is often the case that explanations of key concepts and principles are hidden in relatively obscure mathematical literature and wrapped in unfamiliar symbols and terminology. This paper challenges this sta ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1341296

12. The influence of distribution and deposit of conductive coating on shielding effectiveness of textiles

Author:
Rubežienė, Vitalija; Abraitienė, Aušra; Baltušnikaitė-Guzaitienė, Julija; Varnaitė-Žuravliova, Sandra; Sankauskaitė, Audronė; Kancleris, Žilvinas; Ragulis, Paulius; Šlekas, Gediminas
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 358-367
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
coatings; electrical properties; electromagnetic radiation; energy; fabrics; polymers; yarns
Abstract:
... This study presents the investigation of electrically conductive fabrics with low resistivity, coated with formulation containing the conjugated polymer system – poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)-polystyrene sulphonate (PEDOT-PSS). The samples of fabrics were coated with PEDOT-PSS, using a screen printing method, by different patterns or coating their surface fully with different coating deposit. M ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1347229

13. Thermal and water vapor transmission through porous warp knitted 3D spacer fabrics for car upholstery applications

Author:
Arumugam, Veerakumar; Mishra, Rajesh; Militky, Jiri; Davies, Louise; Slater, Simon
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 345-357
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
air; analysis of variance; computer software; empirical models; fabrics; permeability; porosity; raw materials; thermal conductivity; water vapor
Abstract:
... This paper deals with water vapor transmission and thermal properties of various warp knitted spacer fabrics. In this work, thermal and water vapor permeability of different spacer fabrics have been evaluated by varying the structure, areal density, thickness, type of raw materials, etc. The air permeability and water vapor transmission of the fabrics were measured using the Textest FX-3300 air pe ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1347023

14. The use of ultrasonic method for determining the basis weight of textile materials

Author:
Zdorenko, V.; Kyzymchuk, O.; Barylko, S.; Melnyk, L.
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 410-418
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
nondestructive methods; product quality; ultrasonic treatment; ultrasonics; woven fabrics
Abstract:
... The purpose of the study is to design and develop an instrument for non-destructive measurement of basis weight of fabrics. Weight per square meter is a major product quality of textile materials but its control during production is still limited. The observed dependency of the amplitude pulsed ultrasonic signal transmitted through a textile material on its basis weight informed the recommendation ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1350330

15. Wrinkle free plaited knitted fabrics without pre-heat setting

Author:
Mansoor, Tariq; Siddique, Hafiz Faisal; Ali, Azam; Komarkova, Petra; Havelka, Antonin; Hussain, Zahid
Source:
The journal of the Textile Institute 2018 v.109 no.3 pp. 307-311
ISSN:
1754-2340
Subject:
air; bleaching; cost effectiveness; fabrics; fineness; finishes; resins; texture; washing; yarns
Abstract:
... Wrinkle free fabric at low cost is always a desirable aesthetic property. Different type of resins/finishes and pre-heat setting prior to processing are applied to avoid wrinkles in woven and hosiery, respectively. Current study is proposed to produce wrinkle free circular plaited knitted fabric by the elimination of a pre-boarding step. In this achievement, yarn covering parameters and compatibil ...
DOI:
10.1080/00405000.2017.1342585