FUNDAMENTALS OF TEXTILES

Paper Code:

HSC 106

Credits:

3

Contact Hours:

45.00

Max. Marks:

100.00

Objective:

This course will enable the students to:

Impart knowledge of fundamental facts concerning textile fibers, yarns and fabrics in terms of properties and production

9.00

Introduction to Textiles

Terminology
Fiber science (Monomers, Polymers & Types)
General properties of fibers –Primary & Secondar

9.00

Textile fibers and their properties

Classification of fibers
Manufacturing process, properties and use of: cotton, wool, silk, nylon and polyester

9.00

Yarn construction

Basic principles of yarn making- Mechanical spinning (cotton spinning), Chemical spinning- Wet, Dry and Melt.
Types of yarns – Simple, Novelty and Textured yarns.
Yarn Twist and Yarn Numbering system

9.00

Fabric Construction Methods

Weaving, Knitting, Braiding, Lacing and Netting
Weaving: - Parts , Types of hand loom , stages in weaving, process.
Classification and construction of basic weaves.
Fabrics made from fibers- Felting and Bonding

9.00

Weaving

Introduction to decorative weaves: Dobby, Jacquard , Surface Figure weaves, (Swivel, Spot weaves, Lappet), Pile weaves, and Leno weaves,Double cloth, double faced fabrics

Essential Readings:

Corbman, P. B., Textiles-Fiber to Fabric, Gregg Division/ McGraw Hill Book Co. USA, 1985.
Dhantyagi, S., Fundamentals of textiles & their care, Orient Longman limited, New Delhi

References:

Joseph, M.L., Essential of Textiles (5th edition) Holf, Rinecharts and Winston Publication, Florida 1988.
Tortora, G. Phylis., Understanding Textiles (2^nd Edition), McMillan Co. USA 1987.

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