Abstract
The absorbency of water by fabrics is an important factor for comfort, but it also changes those mechanical properties that affect the operation of automated handling equipment. The research reported in this paper investigates the effects of environmental-humidity changes on the friction of unloaded fabrics sliding across an aluminium surface. The study is in two parts. Firstly, the acclimatisation of fabric is measured by introducing the samples to a sudden change in humidity, from dryness to 65% r.h. Secondly, all fabric samples are subjected to a full absorption-desorption cycle, which reveals the hysteresis characteristics.
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