Fabric Science

Paper Code: 
FST- 101
Credits: 
3
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 
  • To impart the knowledge of textile fibers and yarns in terms of their properties and uses
  • To provide comprehensive knowledge about the concept of fabric formation
  • To gain knowledge and understanding of finishing
10.00
Unit I: 
Unit I
Introduction to fibers                                                                                               
  • Textile Terminology
  • Fiber classification
  • Primary and secondary properties of fiber
  • Properties and uses of natural fibers i.e. cotton, linen, wool and silk
  • Properties and uses of Synthetic fibers i.e. Rayon, polyester, nylon and acrylic
9.00
Unit II: 
Unit II

Yarn formation process                                                                                          

  • Yarn formation process: mechanical and chemical spinning and blending
  • Yarn twist-S and Z.
  • Yarn Count and Yarn numbering system
  • Yarn Types – simple, novelty, textured and sewing thread
9.00
Unit III: 
Unit III

Fabric Construction                                                                                                 

  • Method of fabric construction–
    • Weaving – terminology- parts of loom, basic steps of weaving
    •  Classification of weaves and properties of different materials and fabric count
    • Knitting – terminology and types ( warp knit and weft knit ), gauge
    • Non woven- Felting, Bonding, Knotting and Braiding
    • Special use fibers- Glass, Metallic, Nobloid, Sulfar, Rubber, Spandex
8.00
Unit IV: 
Unit IV

Finishes    

  • Importance of finishes
  • Classification of finishing processes: durable and renewable
  • Basic preparotary processes
  • Routine and special finishes
9.00
Unit V: 
Unit V

Dyeing and Printing

  • Classification of dyes – natural and synthetic
  • Stages of dyeing – fiber, yarn and fabric
  • Difference between dyeing and printing
  • Methods of printing – Block/Roller/Stencil & Screen9
Essential Readings: 
  1. Corbman., P. B., Textiles Fibre to Fabric Gregg, Division, Mc Graw Hill Book.
  2. Phyllis, G. Tartora., Understanding Textile, (2nd Edition), Mc Millan Co.,USA 1987.
References: 
  1. gioello Debbie Ann., Understanding fabrics from fiber to finished clothes, Fairchild Publication, New York 1982
  2. Humphries, Mary., Fabric Reference, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, U.S.A
Academic Year: 
2014-15
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