Abstract
The study examined breaking strength, elongation and time at break for 100% medium weight knitted wool with interfacings and lining. Several ASTM standards were used to measure structural and performance attributes. Fabric strength, elongation, and time taken to rupture for fabric exclusively and with interfacings and lining attached were measured for eight relationships. Hypotheses were tested using T-test analysis. Confidence level was established at 95%. Results revealed that majority of the hypotheses were accepted. Results for fusible and non-fusible interfacings varied. Adding fusible interfacing did not enhance strength in the lengthwise direction. Fusible and non-fusible interfacings did not differ for elongation. It took longer for fabric to break in lengthwise than the crosswise direction. Future research is needed to confirm the findings of this study for various fabrics, seam types, stitch types, fabric construction and fiber contents.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1-6 |
| Journal | International Journal of Textile Science and Engineering |
| Volume | 3 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| State | Published - Mar 29 2019 |