Jimin Kim, Yun Jeong Kim, Myounghee Shim, Youngmin Jun and Changsang Yun
This study aims to create a classification system enabling users of 3D virtualization software to intuitively perceive the drapability of fabrics.
Abstract
Purpose
This study aims to create a classification system enabling users of 3D virtualization software to intuitively perceive the drapability of fabrics.
Design/methodology/approach
1,001 fabrics were used, and thickness, bending property, and tensile strength were identified as main mechanical properties influencing drapability; they have been set as independent variables in the model established to predict drape coefficient.
Findings
A system to classify fabrics into eight groups by drapability was suggested by a cluster analysis, and a multinomial logistic regression analysis was used to set a model that allows users to predict which group a fabric belongs to from its mechanical properties.
Originality/value
This paper provided basic materials for the construction of a virtual clothing simulation system, which is believed to contribute to cost and time savings in decision-making by reducing the number of trials and errors required by the conventional approach.
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Maruska Giselle Salvatierra Blaisdell and Changsang Yun
This study aims to examine the effect of laundering on the softness and smoothness of terry-cloth towels by different washing machine type, washing temperature, drying method and…
Abstract
Purpose
This study aims to examine the effect of laundering on the softness and smoothness of terry-cloth towels by different washing machine type, washing temperature, drying method and the use of fabric softener, using a newly developed sound spectrum analysis known as Textile Softness Analyzer.
Design/methodology/approach
The experiment was designed to analyze the most significant laundering parameter in the reduction of softness and smoothness of terry cloth during one laundering cycle up to ten cycles by testing samples using TSA machine.
Findings
A front-loading washer had a significant effect on reducing softness and smoothness in comparison to a top-loading machine; line-drying resulted in a higher decrease in softness and smoothness than tumble-drying. Washing temperature showed no significant effect, and the use of softener during washing was able to reduce the negative effect of line-drying on the softness and smoothness of terry cloth.
Originality/value
This paper provided information on the laundering parameters that can maintain the softness and smoothness of terry-cloth towels, and this was examined with sound spectrum analysis to measure softness and smoothness of textiles.