This paper discusses the hand and preference of stretch fabrics for sportswear through
subjective and objective hand evaluations. Twenty-two varieties of stretch fabrics for …

The use of recycled materials has become increasingly important in both the textile and
apparel industry. Recycling means the breakdown of raw materials from existing products …

Weighting of silk fabrics have long been practiced in silk fabric trading based on the primary
consideration of price-weight, and secondary one of quality improvement in handle, luster …

In this study, we determine the stretch and shrinkage properties of conjugated yarns. The
shrinkage (%) and elasticity (%) were determined by applying twist conditions of 0, 350, 800 …

A mathematical analysis of the stretch-breaking process used for conversion of endless
continuous filaments into staple fiber form is presented. The analysis indicates that the lower …

Mechanical and surface properties were determined for polyester, cotton, and
polyester/cotton blend knit fabrics. The polyester fabric showed a higher resistance to tensile …

The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of elastane linear density, thread density,
and weave float on the stretch, recovery, and compression properties of bi-stretch woven …

Fabric compression is a decrease in intrinsic thickness with an appropriate increase in
pressure. The compressibility of the terry fabric depends on fibre properties, yarn …

THE TRKXD toward inforntalitv in contem-temporary living, as well as increase in leisure
time activitv, has accentuated the demand for sports and casual wear. Stretch is a natural …

This study aimed at producing knitted fabrics with good comfort level. First, short staple yarns
of Cotton & Modal were spun having linear densities 15Tex, and 20Tex. Then, Single Jersey …