Characterization of structure and air permeability of aromatherapic terry textile
International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology
ISSN: 0955-6222
Article publication date: 7 March 2016
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to investigate the physical properties of smart aromatherapic ramie/cotton terry fabrics containing microcapsules (MC) with essential Eucalyptus oil.
Design/methodology/approach
Terry fabrics are manufactured by changing the weft density. The air permeability is determined for grey and microencapsulated textile. The factorial designs are made. For informative experiment the linear type of regression is analysed. Development of physical properties of microencapsulated terry fabrics is discussed.
Findings
The air permeability of aromatherapic terry fabrics is determined. All statistical analysis is performed. Appropriate conclusions about the influence of fabric’s structure and microencapsulating process on terry fabric quality are made.
Originality/value
To date there are no investigations concerning terry textiles with fragrance MC. This study developed analysis and empiric mathematical equations suitable for evaluating and designing terry fabrics with the air permeability required. Assessment of the influence of fabric’s weft density and binder concentration for the air permeability of terry textile is proposed.
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Acknowledgements
Authors are indebted to BSc. S. Metrikyte for helping to fulfil the experiments.
Citation
Petrulyte, S., Vankeviciute, D. and Petrulis, D. (2016), "Characterization of structure and air permeability of aromatherapic terry textile", International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology, Vol. 28 No. 1, pp. 2-17. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJCST-01-2015-0013
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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