Abstract
In the previous paper, a theoretical method of calculating biaxial tensile properties of plain knitted fabrics has been presented.
With some assumptions, the theory uses a relatively simple structural model, so that it is required to confirm its accuracy in practical use.
In this paper, some typical samples are prepared and their tensile properties for some kinds of bixaial deformation mode are calculated, and then the samples are measured in those deformation mode using biaxial tensile testing instrument for the purpose of comparing both.
Very good agreement between the theoretical and experimental results is obtained in every samples and in all deformation modes.
Some discussions are done on some problems which are occured at practical use of this theory.
It is confirmed that the theory has accuracy enough for practical design of the structure of plain knitted fabrics.
