Geometric modeling of terry fabric

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to develop a 3D geometric model of three-pick terry fabric considering the actual design and structural features of the finished terry fabric.

Design/methodology/approach

The model has been developed using SolidWorks CAD system and the output file can be easily simulated in the ANSYS. Dimensions are acquired from the actual terry fabric measurement.

Findings

A 3D computational model – to be used for understanding the behaviour of terry fabric during actual use through the simulation in ANSYS.

Practical implications

Provides the way to study the yarn and fabric structure behaviour during use through simulation.

Originality/value

The research resulted a 3D geometrical model of very complex three-pick terry fabric for very first time for further analysis of terry fabric behaviour during use.

Citation

Singh, J.P. and Behera, B.K. (2015), "Geometric modeling of terry fabric", International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology, Vol. 27 No. 2, pp. 237-246. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJCST-02-2014-0029