Fashion Institute of Technology

KES-F-based assessment of tensile and compression properties in sewn seams of plain weave cotton woven fabric

Purpose In this study, the Kawabata Evaluation System for Fabrics (KES-F) is used to assess and analyse the detailed tensile and compressive properties of sewn seams on 100% plain woven fabrics. Design/methodology/approach Three levels of process factors, which include fabric are...

Empirical evaluation of filament fineness as a determinant of performance metrics in polyester microfiber lightweight lining fabrics

Purpose As the primary skin-contact layer, lining fabrics dictate clothing comfort and functional potential while enduring stressors like perspiration and mechanical tension. Consequently, defining their specific material composition is essential for ensuring physiological harmon...