ISSN: 1945-7553
CODEN: JTEVAB
Page Count: 4

Effects of Finishing Treatments on Fabric Friction

Ajayi, JO
Chemistry Programme, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi,

Elder, HM
Chemistry Programme, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi,

(Received 23 May 1993; accepted 17 December 1993)

Abstract

Simulation of finishing treatments to knitted and woven cotton fabric substrates causes significant changes in their frictional properties. It is found that the smaller the difference between static and kinetic frictional forces, the smoother the fabric surface. The changes in the amplitude of the stick-slip frictional traces appears to be the best indicator for assessing the effectiveness of finishing treatments on the tactile sensation of smoothness.

Keywords:
finishing, friction, handle, amplitude, smoothness, stick-slip scouring, mercerization, softening, lubrication, roughening

Paper ID: JTE10399J
DOI: 10.1520/JTE10399J
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