Abstract
This chapter presents that the frictional properties of fabrics have been accepted for a long time in the evaluation of the degree of smoothness and roughness, and perhaps taken for granted. The chapter describes the multiplicity of factors that may possibly affect fabric friction. It discusses the effects of process variables, such as finishing treatments, fabric structure, and yarn construction, on fabric friction. The frictional properties of fabrics are important in the determination of degrees of roughness, smoothness, and other surface characteristics. Fabric friction is an important factor in determining the abrasion resistance, shrinkage, and esthetic properties. The frictional properties of fabrics are sensitive to variations in fiber content, yarn mechanical properties, fabric structure, the type of finishing treatments used in each case as well as to the conditions used during testing. Since friction is a surface phenomenon, fabric topography and testing system in addition to fiber content can have a large impact on the behavior. Accordingly, a fuller description of fabric frictional behavior and its understanding can be obtained by examining topography using different types of probes and microscopical examination and combining those with subjective assessment of handle.
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