Research Journal of Textile and Apparel: Volume 27 Issue 2

Exploring online consumer reviews of wearable technology: The Owlet Smart Sock

Md Nakib-Ul Hasan, Casey R. Stannard

The purpose of this research is to analyze consumers’ post-purchase reviews of the Owlet Smart Sock (OSS) and investigate the factors influencing continued use and product…

Forecasting the efficiency of weft knitting production: a decision tree method

Song Thanh Quynh Le, June Ho, Huong Mai Bui

This paper aims to develop a decision support system for predicting the knitting production’s efficiency based on the input parameters of an order. This tool supports the…

Development of flame retardant cotton and acrylic blend textile fabric finish with Enset pseudostem sap

Bekinew Kitaw Dejene, Terefe Belachew Fenta, Chirato Godana Korra

The potential for burn injuries arises from contact with a hot surface, flame, hot liquid and steam hazards. The purpose of this study is to develop the flame retardant acrylic…

Effects of weft count and weft density on the surface roughness of 3/1 (Z) twill woven fabric

Kura Alemayehu Beyene, Wassie Mengie, Chirato Godana Korra

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of weft yarn diameter and pick density on the properties of surface roughness (SMD) of 3/1 (Z) twill-woven fabrics in three…

Analysis of garment fit satisfaction and fit preferences of Ethiopian male consumers

Berihun Bizuneh, Abrham Destaw, Bizuayehu Mamo

The purpose of this study is to explore fit problems, satisfaction and preferences of Ethiopian male consumers of ready-made garments (shirt, polo shirt, sweater and khaki and…

Establishing standard allowed minutes and sewing efficiency for the garment industry in Tanzania

Alphonce Nchalala, Tausi Alexander, Ismail W.R. Taifa

The garment factories focus on improving their production systems by involving innovative and advanced production methods and/or techniques to cope with fast-changing trends…

Fashion localism: evaluation and extensions of utility in Sri Lankan fashion brands

Gayani Anushka Perera, Achini Ranaweera

Localism refers to a concept that encourages local production, consumption and promotion of goods. It is a movement to encourage consumers and businesses to purchase from locally…

Comparative study of linear and quadratic model equations for prediction and evaluation of surface roughness of a plain-woven fabric

Kura Alemayehu Beyene

Modeling helps to determine how structural parameters of fabric affect the surface of a fabric and also identify the way they influence fabric properties. Moreover, it helps to…