Journal Published Online: 01 September 1994
Volume 22, Issue 5

Comparative Studies of Yarn and Fabric Friction

CODEN: JTEVAB

Abstract

A comparison of the magnitudes of yarn-to-yarn and fabric-to-fabric friction is made. It is shown that yarn friction measured on a capstan (cylindrical) surface is significantly greater than that measured on a flat surface. The greater magnitude of the coefficient of friction in a capstan assembly is ascribed to the effects of experimental variables such as capstan radius, angle of lap, and input tension. The coefficient of friction of fabrics is also shown to be greater than that of their component yarns. Yarns with higher frictional properties yield fabrics whose frictional properties are also higher.

Author Information

Ajayi, JO
Fibre and Textile Research Unit, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Nigeria
Elder, HM
Fibre and Textile Research Unit, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland
Pages: 5
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Stock #: JTE12665J
ISSN: 0090-3973
DOI: 10.1520/JTE12665J