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1. Definition of a fabric
Weaving creates surfaces by interweaving parallel threads running lengthwise (warp) and perpendicular threads running widthwise (weft) . In line with the above definition, AFNOR standard NF G07-001 defines a woven fabric as a fabric formed by the generally perpendicular interlacing of two sets of threads: this interlacing is achieved during weaving on a weaving machine.
1.1 Observation of a woven structure
Three directions can be used to represent a fabric and observe its bonding mode (figure
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Definition of a fabric
Weave classification and construction
Bibliography
Standards and norms
- AFNOR Textiles : Dictionnaire des termes normalisés - NF G00-001 - (1985)
- AFNOR Textiles – Fabric – Construction – Analysis methods – Part 1: Representation of the weave pattern, drawing-in, comb stitching and lifting - NF ISO 7211-1 - (2017)
- ISO Textiles – Armor: Definitions of general terms and basic armor - ISO 3572 - (1976)
- ISO Textiles – Armor: Coding and examples - ISO DIN 9354 - (1989) ...
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