Inventory of the Thermo-Physiological Behavior of Fabrics—A Review

Mölders, Nicole

doi:10.4236/jtst.2023.92009

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“…Despite a comparable porosity, the hemp-linen fabrics were lighter and had a lower bulk density, which could be attributed to the lower density of the hemp fibers [29] and also to the slightly finer weft hemp yarn (Nm 26), compared with the flax weft yarn (Nm 24). A recent comprehensive literature review [42] also stated that air permeability decreases with increased fabric density and weight, depending on the fabric materials, blend ratio, and fabric structure. Our findings were in agreement with another study [43], which found the plain weaves less permeable than the twill and satin weaves.…”

Section: Air Permeabilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Another study [44] also revealed that the fabric weave and picking sequence had a significant effect on the fabric wetting time, water spreading speed, and also its air permeability. A recent comprehensive literature review [42] highlighted that absorbency was significantly correlated with the OMMC and therefore recommended the first as a good proxy for OMMC, which required more sophisticated measurements. OMMC correlated weakly with the fabric thickness [42].…”

Section: Air Permeabilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…A recent comprehensive literature review [42] highlighted that absorbency was significantly correlated with the OMMC and therefore recommended the first as a good proxy for OMMC, which required more sophisticated measurements. OMMC correlated weakly with the fabric thickness [42].…”

Section: Air Permeabilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

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Effect of Weave and Weft Type on Mechanical and Comfort Properties of Hemp–Linen Fabrics

Vasile,

Vermeire,

Vandepitte

et al. 2024

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In this study the influence of fabric weave (plain, twill, and panama) and weft type (flax and hemp yarns) on selected mechanical and comfort properties of six fabrics was analyzed. The results showed that tear and abrasion properties were most affected by the weave. The tensile properties of the linen fabrics were not significantly different when weft hemp yarns were used instead of flax. Fabrics with the same weave seemed to be equally resilient to abrasion regardless of the type of weft. By contrast, the hemp weft yarns favorized the physical and comfort properties of the investigated fabrics. For the same weave, the hemp–linen fabrics were slightly lighter and exhibited lower bulk density, significantly larger air permeability, and improved moisture management properties. Although the results of maximum thermal flux (Qmax) suggested a cooler sensation of the linen fabrics with panama and twill, the hemp–linen fabric with a plain weave seemed to be the optimal choice when a cool sensation was desired. Higher thermal conductivity values also suggested slightly better heat transfer properties of the hemp–linen fabrics, and these were significantly influenced by the weave type. The results clearly indicated the advantages of using hemp for improving physical and specific comfort properties of linen fabrics.

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Section: Air Permeabilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Air Permeabilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

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Effect of Weave and Weft Type on Mechanical and Comfort Properties of Hemp–Linen Fabrics

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Vandepitte

et al. 2024

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Experimental investigation of mechanical and comfort properties of banana/cotton blended woven fabrics

Kharbanda,

Dasarathan,

Sinha

et al. 2024

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Purpose Through this study, four different types of woven fabric structures were created by using cotton/banana blends with a 70:30 ratio by varying the weaving specifications. This study aims to investigate the comfort and mechanical properties of these woven materials. Design/methodology/approach Taguchi L16 experimental design (5 factors and 4 levels) with response surface methodology tool was used to optimize mechanical and comfort characteristics. The yarn samples used in this study are cotton/banana with a blend ratio of 70:30. Fabric type (A), grams per square metre (GSM; B), yarn count (C), fabric thickness (D) and cloth cover factor (E) are the chosen process characteristics. Findings The highest tensile strength and tearing strength of the cotton/banana blended fabric samples were obtained as 326.3 N and 90.3 k.gf/cm, respectively. Similarly, the highest thermal conductivity and overall moisture management capacity values were found to be 0.6628 and 3.06 W/mK X10−4, respectively. The optimized process parameters for obtaining maximum mechanical properties were using canvas fabric structure, 182 GSM, 36s Ne yarn count, 0.48 mm fabric thickness and 23.5 cloth cover factor. Similarly, the optimized process parameters for obtaining maximum comfort properties were achieved using a twill fabric structure, 182 GSM, 32s Ne yarn count, 0.4 mm fabric thickness and 23 cloth cover factor. Originality/value In contrast to synthetic fabrics, banana fibre and its blended materials are significant ecological solutions for apparel and functional clothing. Products made from banana fibre are a sustainable and green alternative to conventional fabrics. Banana fibre obtained from the pseudostem of the plant has an appearance similar to ramie and bamboo fibres. Numerous studies showed that banana fibre could absorb significant moisture and be spun into yarn through ring and rotor spinning technology. On the other hand, this fibre can be easily combined with cotton, jute, wool and synthetic fibre. The present utilization of pseudostem of banana plant fibre is very minimal. This type of research improves the usability of bananas their blended fabrics as apparel and functional wear.

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Inventory of the Thermo-Physiological Behavior of Fabrics—A Review

Cited by 2 publications

References 54 publications

Effect of Weave and Weft Type on Mechanical and Comfort Properties of Hemp–Linen Fabrics

Effect of Weave and Weft Type on Mechanical and Comfort Properties of Hemp–Linen Fabrics

Experimental investigation of mechanical and comfort properties of banana/cotton blended woven fabrics

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