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What is a key characteristic of knitted fabrics compared to woven fabrics?
What is a key characteristic of knitted fabrics compared to woven fabrics?
Which of the following is true regarding non-woven fabrics?
Which of the following is true regarding non-woven fabrics?
Which type of fabric is used for producing space age garments like astronaut's suits?
Which type of fabric is used for producing space age garments like astronaut's suits?
What is a commonly listed use of woven fabrics?
What is a commonly listed use of woven fabrics?
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What is a notable disadvantage of knitted fabrics?
What is a notable disadvantage of knitted fabrics?
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What type of fabric formation is associated with diagonal interlacing of yarns?
What type of fabric formation is associated with diagonal interlacing of yarns?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of woven fabrics?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of woven fabrics?
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What type of machine is used in the weaving process?
What type of machine is used in the weaving process?
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Which type of fabric is made through the interlacement of two sets of yarns?
Which type of fabric is made through the interlacement of two sets of yarns?
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Which fabric type has a higher production capacity compared to woven fabrics?
Which fabric type has a higher production capacity compared to woven fabrics?
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What property is generally higher in woven fabrics compared to knitted fabrics?
What property is generally higher in woven fabrics compared to knitted fabrics?
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Which of the following accurately describes bonded fabrics?
Which of the following accurately describes bonded fabrics?
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What is the main method used in the production of tufted fabrics?
What is the main method used in the production of tufted fabrics?
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Which fabric type is defined by a rope-like structure made from interweaving yarns?
Which fabric type is defined by a rope-like structure made from interweaving yarns?
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Which type of fabric typically requires yarn preparation before its production?
Which type of fabric typically requires yarn preparation before its production?
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What characteristic is NOT typical of woven fabrics compared to knitted fabrics?
What characteristic is NOT typical of woven fabrics compared to knitted fabrics?
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Study Notes
Fabric Definition
- Fabric is the product of textiles, made from yarns and/or fibers with enough strength, flexibility, and cover to be shaped into garments.
- It's typically created by combining yarns (in woven or knitted fabrics), but can also be made from only fibers (non-wovens).
Fabric Types
- Woven: Made by interlacing two sets of yarns.
- Knitted: Made by looping and intermeshing yarns.
- Non-Woven: Sheets or webs of fibers bonded together mechanically, thermally, or chemically.
- Miscellaneous: Includes bonded, felted, tufted, braided, and laced fabrics.
Woven Fabrics
- Made from the interlacement of two sets of yarn.
- Often require sizing before weaving and careful yarn preparation
- Production capacity is generally lower compared to knitted fabrics.
- Production cost tends to be higher compared to knitted fabrics.
- About 48% of fabrics are produced through weaving techniques.
- Have lower elastic properties and higher dimensional stability compared to knitted fabrics.
Knitted Fabrics
- Produced by looping and intermeshing yarns.
- Typically don't require sizing.
- Less yarn preparation is necessary.
- Production capacity is higher compared to woven fabrics.
- Production cost tends to be lower compared to woven fabrics.
- About 52% of fabrics are produced through knitting techniques.
- Exhibit higher elastic properties with lower dimensional stability compared to woven fabrics.
Non-Woven Fabrics
- Not true fabrics as they lack internal structure.
- Often produced through felting or bonding methods.
- Generally stronger than non-woven fabrics.
- Often used for interlinings, hats, and other handicrafts.
- Do not incorporate shedding, filling insertion, and beating-up processes.
Miscellaneous Fabrics
- Includes bonded, felted, tufted, braided, and laced fabrics.
- Interlaced yarns, usually with loops "sewn" through a main backing fabric.
- Often have a coating for support.
- Don't require shedding, filling insertion, or beating-up.
Weaving Machines
- The process of interlacing warp and weft threads to create fabric is performed on a loom.
- Loom types vary by the method of weft insertion. Examples include hand looms, power looms (with various weft insertion mechanisms like shuttleless, projectile, air jet, water jet, and rapier).
Uses of Woven Fabrics
- Apparel
- Bed linens
- Tablecloths
- Tapestries
- Upholstery fabrics
- Curtains
- Towels
- Floor coverings (carpets, rugs)
- Filters
- Tents
- Umbrellas
- Parachutes
- Fireproof/waterproof fabrics
- Space-age garments
Woven Fabrics - Specific Types
- Dress fabrics
- Denim
- Terry toweling
- Velvets/velveteens
- Corduroys
- Leno fabrics
- Jacquard fabrics
- Brocades
- Damasks
- Woven carpets
Woven Fabric Specifications
- Ends per inch: Number of warp yarns
- Picks per inch: Number of weft yarns
- Warp count: Number of warp yarns per inch
- Weft count: Number of weft yarns per inch
- Warp & Weft crimp %: The amount of yarn compression
- Fabric weight: Fabric weight per unit area
- Weave design: The pattern of the weave.
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This quiz explores the various types of fabrics, including woven, knitted, and non-woven options. Understand the definitions, characteristics, and production methods of each type. Perfect for students studying textile science or fashion design.
