Abstract
A mathematical model prediction the distribution curves of the specular reflection light (goniophotometric curves) of single-jersey knitted fabrics is proposed. The model is based on Nihira et. al.'s approach treating the knitted yarn with a two dimensional feature. Hence the relationship between yarn/fabric structure and their light reflection properties can be examined in terms of fiber refractive index, yarn/fiber cross-section, knitting angle and incident light angle. Experimental verification of the model revealed a fair agreement between the predicted and measured curves. Disagreement has mainly concentrated in the regions of the initial and end receiving angles.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 61-69 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Seni Kikai Gakkai Shi/Journal of the Textile Machinery Society of Japan |
Volume | 50 |
Issue number | 11 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Dec 1997 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
- Materials Science (miscellaneous)
- Polymers and Plastics