Measuring the Attributes of Different Fabric Weaves

Overview

Objectives/Goals In this experiment, I wanted to find out if there was a relationship between the weave of a fabric (plain twill satin weave) and the strength stretch and fray of it. I tested by ripping the fabric for strength, putting weights on the fabric for stretch, and fraying the fabric with sandpaper. I tested each type of fabric 9 times, 3 along grain, 3 cross the grain, 3 diagonal grain. In the end, twill was strongest, plain frayed most, and plain stretched most. Methods/Materials I tested by ripping the fabric for strength, putting weights on the fabric for stretch, and fraying the fabric with sandpaper materials~ 1 yard of twill cotton, 1 yard of satin cotton, 1 yard of plain cotton, fishing scale, 2 spring clamps, 1 2pound weight, drill, sandpaper. Results the tests show that twill was the strongest weave, plain frayed the most, and plain also stretched the most. Conclusions/Discussion patterns in the grain of the fabric show that there is probably a relationship in the grain of the fabric and the strength and stretch of it. One could possibly test this for further research.

Awards (1)

• Second Place

Competition history

• CSEF 2018 Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only) · Entry J2110

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