Naslov
Usage Durability and Comfort of Socks

Autori
Tomljenović, Antoneta

Izvornik
Javno predavanje održano u organizaciji Polytechnic University of Tirana, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Textile and Fashion Department, u okviru mobilnosti ERASMUS+ programa, ključne aktivnosti 1 (KA107)

Vrsta, podvrsta
Ostale vrste radova, popularni rad

Godina
2023

Ključne riječi
socks, usage durability, comfort

Sažetak
Socks (Latin soccus) are knitted next-to-skin-type garments worn on the feet, often covering the ankle and part of the calf. They usually come in calf and over-calf lengths and are worn inside shoes. They consist of the top part, the part that covers the leg (leg part) and the part that covers the foot (foot part). More precisely, the main parts of socks are the cuff, leg, heel, sole, toe and foot. The sequence of production of the sock program consists of: sock knitting, toe sewing on the backside, sock turning, ironing and stabilization. Socks come in a variety of fibers and fiber combinations. Usually, casual socks are made from a high percentage of cotton (or wool) to provide softness and comfort. They are blended with polyamide and/or elastane to improve the fit, durability and shrink resistance. Occasionally, acrylic, polyester, polypropylene or luxury fibers such as silk, linen, cashmere or mohair are also added to improve the sock properties. Different types of yarns are used for socks, the most important of which are the main yarn and the plating yarn. Socks are usually knitted from single spun main yarns, made using a conventional ring spinning system. The elasticity in the leg and foot parts is provided using synthetic highly elastic plating yarns. The knitted structures used for socks must have an adequate elasticity and fit for the feet and legs. The very stretchy rib knit structures (e.g., rib 1 × 1, rib 2 × 2) are generally used in the cuff of casual socks, while the plain single jersey pattern in the foot and leg part. The toe seams must be placed high over the toes, the toe and heel parts must be smooth, and the square heel shape made. Socks, being a necessary item of clothing, must be comfortable and maintain their quality throughout their life. Socks have to fulfill high requirements for their usage durability and comfort. Therefore, it is very important to select the right fibers and yarns for socks production. The results of two experiment performed on socks produced in Jadran Hosiery, Zagreb are presented.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Tekstilna tehnologija

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