International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology: Volume 27 Issue 6

Optimization of bagged denim fabric behaviors using the genetic algorithms and the ant colony optimization methods

Mouna Gazzah, Boubaker Jaouachi, Faouzi Sakli

The purpose of this paper is to optimize the frictional input parameters related to the yarn and woven fabric samples. Indeed, using metaheuristic techniques for optimization, it…

3D fabric dynamic simulation based on Mapreduce

Hengliang Shi, Xiaolei Bai, Jianhui Duan

In cloth animation field, the collision detection of fabric under external force is very complex, and difficult to satisfy the needs of reality feeling and real time. The purpose…

Analysing effect of the factors on ultrasonic seam tensile properties of nonwoven fabrics by Nested Anova Design

Mahmut Kayar, Suleyman Ilker Mistik, Deniz Inan

– The purpose of this paper is to investigate the factors effecting ultrasonic seam tensile properties.

Combined effects of moisture and radiation on thermal performance of protective clothing: Experiments by a sweating manikin exposed to low level radiation

Ming Fu, Wenguo Weng, Hongyong Yuan

– The purpose of this paper is to study the combined effects of moisture and radiation on thermal protective performance of protective clothing exposed to low level radiation.

Local ventilation and wear response of working jackets with different fabric permeability

Ying Ke, Jun Li, George Havenith

An experimental study was conducted to investigate the local ventilation (the right arm, the chest and the back) and wear response of three types of working jackets in different…

Upper garment 3D modeling for pattern making

Jun Zhang, Noriaki Innami, KyoungOk Kim, Masayuki Takatera

The purpose of this paper is to produce an upper garment model for three-dimensional (3D) pattern making. This model will take into account ease allowance and silhouette, and will…

Connexion: Development of interactive soft furnishings with polymeric optical fibre (POF) textiles

Zi-qian Bai, Jeanne Tan, Clare Frances Johnston, Xiao-Ming Tao

The purpose of this paper is to investigate how electronic components can be utilized and integrated into polymeric optical fibre (POF) textiles to refine the design aesthetic…

Development of individualized pattern prototype based on classification of body features

Junqiang Su, Guolian Liu, Bugao Xu

– The purpose of this paper is to concentrate on the development of individualized prototype of apparel patterns for young females from 3D body scanning data.

Automatic custom pattern generation using width-height independent grading

Hyun-Sook Han, Sungmin Kim, Chang Kyu Park

– The purpose of this paper is to develop an automated custom-pattern-making system using the width-height independent grading method for semi-customized clothing.

Study of the influential inputs on the bagged denim fabric behaviors using the principal component analysis method

Mouna Gazzah, Boubaker Jaouachi, Laurence Schacher, Dominique Charles Adolphe, Faouzi Sakli

The purpose of this paper is to predict the appearance of denim fabric after repetitive uses judging the denim cloth behavior and performance in viewpoint of bagging ability…

Ring yarn quality prediction using hybrid artificial neural network: Fuzzy expert system model

Hanen Ghanmi, Adel Ghith, Tarek Benameur

The purpose of this paper is to predict a global quality index of a ring spun yarn whose count Ne is ranging between 7.8 (76.92 tex) and 22.2 (27 tex). To fulfill this goal, a…

Editorial

George Stylios