Effect of weave on the properties of cloth

Abstract

The effect of the weave on the strength, elongation, take-up, tear resistance, fabric assistance, and air permeability of cloth is discussed in this paper. For this purpose a series of 42 cloths were woven from the same cotton yarns in weaves comprising plain, twill, rib, mock leno, basket, sateen, and various combinations of these weaves. The factors which contribute to strength and tear resistance are enumerated and discussed. Four cloths having high tear resistance were woven for experiments on rubberizing and on doping. The results of these experiments are given and compared with the properties of the gas cell cloth and outer cover cloth which are used in dirigible construction. CONTENTS Page