THE SENATION OF HANDLING OF FABRIC AND EXTENSION CHARACTERISTICS IN THE BLAS DIRECTION

Abstract

This study was made in an attempt to find out the correlation between the evaluation of handling by specialists and physical properties of wool fabrics for man's suits.
The test for the sensation of handling was made according to Scheffé's one pair comparison method, recording the value of sensation: “Koshi” (Stiffness), “Numeri” (Oily sensation), “Warmth” and “Handle”.
As physical properties, a round sample was extended to the warp, weft-and bias-directions within the range leaving no plastic extension under constant length and constant load.
From the hysteresis curve, the maximum load or extension, amount of work and loss energy were determined.
The correlations between these values of sensation of handling and physical values were determined.
A considerable correlation was noted between the sensation of handling and physical characteristics in the bias direction rather than warp or weft direction.