International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
Validation of the Newly Developed Fabric Feel Tester for Its Accuracy and Rep...IJERA Editor
The present paper deals with a comprehensive study of reproducibility of the newly developed instrument to
study fabric handle characteristics using extraction principle. As reported earlier that a new nozzle extraction
method for objective measurement of fabric handle characteristics has been developed. The force exerted by the
fabric being drawn out of the nozzle is known as extraction force and the force exerted by the fabric at the side
wall of the nozzle is known as radial force. A few fabric samples have been tested on this newly developed
instrument and the effect of numbers of tests has been studied. It has been observed that minimum five samples
of a fabric test in this instrument gives lower standard deviation of the test results. Also the overall deviations of
results justified the reproducibility of the instrument and hence the said instrument if validated for its testing
parameters.
Regression model development for showing relation between mechanical yarn str...Neway Seboka
This document describes a study that developed a regression model showing the relationship between mechanical yarn stretch percentage in the sizing process and warp yarn breakage in looms. The study was conducted at a textile factory in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia using 20's cotton yarn. Yarn samples were treated with different levels of mechanical stretch percentage during sizing while keeping other sizing parameters constant. The treated yarn beams were loaded onto looms with identical settings. Analysis of variance showed that mechanical stretch percentage significantly affected warp breakage. A regression model was developed that had a correlation coefficient of 84.4%, indicating a strong relationship between mechanical stretch and warp breakage.
Finite Element Simulation Analysis of Three-Dimensional Cutting Process Based...IJRES Journal
Metal cutting process is a complicated process of plastic deformation and the finite element
method is used to simulate the cutting process. Chip is an important product of the cutting process, it has
important significance to analysis of it's formation process and influence factors in the research of material
processing performance, cutting tool optimization, etc..In this paper, the three-dimensional orthogonal and
oblique cutting models were established based on Johnson-Cook material constitutive models and damage laws.
The formation process of chip was analyzed according to the metal simulation cutting process, the influence of
cutting variables (Cutting depth, Cutting speed, Work piece thickness)on chip was analyzed based on the status
of chip.
NUMERICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL VALIDATION OF CHIP MORPHOLOGYIAEME Publication
The extensive research studies are used to divination the behavior of complex
Metal cutting processes. The cutting parameters such as speed, feed and force play
important role on conform chip morphology. The experimental techniques for
investigation the chip morphology is expensive and time consuming. To overcome
these difficulties Finite element modeling and simulation process are used as effective
tool to divination the effect of cutting variables. In the present study FEA simulation
process model is developed to divination the chip morphology and cutting forces in
turning of Al-6061 with WC tool. Johnson cook material models are considered for
visco-elastic material behavior. The obtained simulation process results are compared
with experimental process results
This document summarizes a study that used finite element analysis to simulate tool wear during drilling of difficult-to-cut nickel-based superalloys. A 3D finite element model was developed to model the drilling process and predict tool wear. Tool wear was modeled using Usui's wear model, which relates wear rate to cutting parameters like stress, temperature, and sliding velocity. The model was validated by comparing simulation results for cutting forces and temperatures to experimental data. Simulation results showed that increased cutting speed and feed rate led to faster predicted tool wear, in agreement with experiments. The study aims to provide a predictive capability for optimizing drilling processes of superalloys.
The document discusses various types of textile testing instruments used to test quality at different stages of textile production. It introduces instruments like the GSM cutter, Martindale abrasion and pilling tester, air permeability tester, lea strength tester, Uster evenness tester, wrinkle recovery tester, crease recovery tester, yarn count tester, yarn twist tester, standards tumble dryer, lab conditioner, fabric thickness gauge, yarn strength tester, and tearing strength tester. It provides details on how each instrument works and the procedures to test quality parameters like weight, abrasion resistance, air permeability, strength, evenness, wrinkle recovery, thickness, and tearing strength.
Material Modelling of PVC for Change in Tensile Properties with Variation in ...IRJET Journal
This document describes material modelling of PVC plastic to account for changes in tensile properties with variations in strain rate. Tensile tests were conducted on PVC specimens at different strain rates (500 mm/min, 50 mm/min, 10 mm/min) according to ASTM standards. The stress-strain curves from testing showed the yield point shifting with increasing strain rate, indicating PVC modulus does not change with strain rate. The data was used to develop a linear fit equation relating yield strength to the log of strain rate for the PVC material model in LS-DYNA software. Validation simulations were performed and stress-strain curves compared to experimental data to refine the material model.
This paper deals with the result of an investigation by using different count yarn but same
parameters of knitting machine to produce cotton-elastane single jersey fabric. Here,the all parameters of
knitting machine including gauge, dia ,Stitch length, rpm, machine tension etcare same. Dyeing process also
carried out at same parameter for all fabrics. Finishing process like Heat setting, Stentering, compacting are
done in same condition But we use different count cotton yarn. In this paper, we mainly deal with the physical
properties of single jersey cotton fabric. we try to identify how the properties of single jersey knitted fabric like
fabric diameter(gray& finished condition) ,WPI&CPI(gray& finished condition),Fabric GSM(gray& finished
condition),Shrinkage (%) length &width wise, spiralityare changing with Count .Finally the findings are as
expected with some variation with the result that are thought theoretically.
Validation of the Newly Developed Fabric Feel Tester for Its Accuracy and Rep...IJERA Editor
The present paper deals with a comprehensive study of reproducibility of the newly developed instrument to
study fabric handle characteristics using extraction principle. As reported earlier that a new nozzle extraction
method for objective measurement of fabric handle characteristics has been developed. The force exerted by the
fabric being drawn out of the nozzle is known as extraction force and the force exerted by the fabric at the side
wall of the nozzle is known as radial force. A few fabric samples have been tested on this newly developed
instrument and the effect of numbers of tests has been studied. It has been observed that minimum five samples
of a fabric test in this instrument gives lower standard deviation of the test results. Also the overall deviations of
results justified the reproducibility of the instrument and hence the said instrument if validated for its testing
parameters.
Regression model development for showing relation between mechanical yarn str...Neway Seboka
This document describes a study that developed a regression model showing the relationship between mechanical yarn stretch percentage in the sizing process and warp yarn breakage in looms. The study was conducted at a textile factory in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia using 20's cotton yarn. Yarn samples were treated with different levels of mechanical stretch percentage during sizing while keeping other sizing parameters constant. The treated yarn beams were loaded onto looms with identical settings. Analysis of variance showed that mechanical stretch percentage significantly affected warp breakage. A regression model was developed that had a correlation coefficient of 84.4%, indicating a strong relationship between mechanical stretch and warp breakage.
Finite Element Simulation Analysis of Three-Dimensional Cutting Process Based...IJRES Journal
Metal cutting process is a complicated process of plastic deformation and the finite element
method is used to simulate the cutting process. Chip is an important product of the cutting process, it has
important significance to analysis of it's formation process and influence factors in the research of material
processing performance, cutting tool optimization, etc..In this paper, the three-dimensional orthogonal and
oblique cutting models were established based on Johnson-Cook material constitutive models and damage laws.
The formation process of chip was analyzed according to the metal simulation cutting process, the influence of
cutting variables (Cutting depth, Cutting speed, Work piece thickness)on chip was analyzed based on the status
of chip.
NUMERICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL VALIDATION OF CHIP MORPHOLOGYIAEME Publication
The extensive research studies are used to divination the behavior of complex
Metal cutting processes. The cutting parameters such as speed, feed and force play
important role on conform chip morphology. The experimental techniques for
investigation the chip morphology is expensive and time consuming. To overcome
these difficulties Finite element modeling and simulation process are used as effective
tool to divination the effect of cutting variables. In the present study FEA simulation
process model is developed to divination the chip morphology and cutting forces in
turning of Al-6061 with WC tool. Johnson cook material models are considered for
visco-elastic material behavior. The obtained simulation process results are compared
with experimental process results
This document summarizes a study that used finite element analysis to simulate tool wear during drilling of difficult-to-cut nickel-based superalloys. A 3D finite element model was developed to model the drilling process and predict tool wear. Tool wear was modeled using Usui's wear model, which relates wear rate to cutting parameters like stress, temperature, and sliding velocity. The model was validated by comparing simulation results for cutting forces and temperatures to experimental data. Simulation results showed that increased cutting speed and feed rate led to faster predicted tool wear, in agreement with experiments. The study aims to provide a predictive capability for optimizing drilling processes of superalloys.
The document discusses various types of textile testing instruments used to test quality at different stages of textile production. It introduces instruments like the GSM cutter, Martindale abrasion and pilling tester, air permeability tester, lea strength tester, Uster evenness tester, wrinkle recovery tester, crease recovery tester, yarn count tester, yarn twist tester, standards tumble dryer, lab conditioner, fabric thickness gauge, yarn strength tester, and tearing strength tester. It provides details on how each instrument works and the procedures to test quality parameters like weight, abrasion resistance, air permeability, strength, evenness, wrinkle recovery, thickness, and tearing strength.
Material Modelling of PVC for Change in Tensile Properties with Variation in ...IRJET Journal
This document describes material modelling of PVC plastic to account for changes in tensile properties with variations in strain rate. Tensile tests were conducted on PVC specimens at different strain rates (500 mm/min, 50 mm/min, 10 mm/min) according to ASTM standards. The stress-strain curves from testing showed the yield point shifting with increasing strain rate, indicating PVC modulus does not change with strain rate. The data was used to develop a linear fit equation relating yield strength to the log of strain rate for the PVC material model in LS-DYNA software. Validation simulations were performed and stress-strain curves compared to experimental data to refine the material model.
This paper deals with the result of an investigation by using different count yarn but same
parameters of knitting machine to produce cotton-elastane single jersey fabric. Here,the all parameters of
knitting machine including gauge, dia ,Stitch length, rpm, machine tension etcare same. Dyeing process also
carried out at same parameter for all fabrics. Finishing process like Heat setting, Stentering, compacting are
done in same condition But we use different count cotton yarn. In this paper, we mainly deal with the physical
properties of single jersey cotton fabric. we try to identify how the properties of single jersey knitted fabric like
fabric diameter(gray& finished condition) ,WPI&CPI(gray& finished condition),Fabric GSM(gray& finished
condition),Shrinkage (%) length &width wise, spiralityare changing with Count .Finally the findings are as
expected with some variation with the result that are thought theoretically.
Este catálogo presenta una empresa dedicada al alquiler y venta de trajes de segunda mano para diferentes ocasiones como bodas, comuniones y fiestas. Se ofrecen trajes para novio, novia, cocktail y moda joven con precios de alquiler y venta.
Três cientistas portugueses apresentaram seus trabalhos de pesquisa em um congresso nos EUA. O primeiro mostrou como um burro puxando uma corda movimenta um chaparro na sombra e no sol. O segundo mostrou como um porco lançado em um poço dissolve na água. O terceiro mostrou como um porco e uma lanterna caem ao mesmo tempo do alto de um prédio. Os americanos acharam que os três mereciam o Prêmio Nobel por inovações em Física e Química.
Este documento presenta los objetivos y promesas de una campaña política. Los objetivos principales son la educación, la vivienda y el empleo. Las promesas incluyen crear un millón de empleos en seis años, ofrecer incentivos fiscales para el crédito productivo, establecer un sistema de asistencia social con capacitación y asistencia financiera para grupos vulnerables, y tener cero tolerancia frente a la violencia y la impunidad. También se propone construir y rehabilitar escuelas y ampliar la cobertura de salud pública.
Magnifica Sala Comercial de Cobertura no LE MONDE, Avenida das América, toda montada, Divida em Salão de Funcionários, Sala da Diretoria, Copa, Banheiro, Sala de Reunião, Sala de Telefonia, Varandão, Vaga na Escritura, Sistema de Ar Condicionado já instalado ( split), Montada, no Condomínio tem, Piscina aquecida com raia de 25 metros , Saúna seca e à vapor, Ofurô, Salão de Beleza, Restaurantes, Cafés, Fitness, Alguns destes serviços são de uso exclusivo dos proprietários das salas, tais como Piscina, Saúna, Fitnes, 74 mts² cobertos 25 mts² descobertos, Totalizando 95 mts².
Preço R$1.350.000,00
Estuda Proposta.
Acesse Nosso Link.
http://www.lancamentosrjimoveis.com.br/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=40&Itemid=93&uid=6224
www.lancamentosrjimoveis.com.br
sac@lancamentosrjimoveis.com.br
21-99393-9397
El documento resume los principales movimientos artísticos de principios del siglo XX como el futurismo, expresionismo, dadaísmo, cubismo y surrealismo. El futurismo, liderado por Marinetti, celebraba las máquinas, la energía y la velocidad. El expresionismo distorsionaba la realidad para expresar la angustia existencial del individuo. El dadaísmo surgió como un movimiento antiarte que cuestionaba la existencia del arte. El cubismo descomponía la realidad en composiciones libres. Finalmente, el surrealis
O documento descreve a amizade como uma "gestação" que começa com a descoberta do outro e o compartilhamento gradual de pedaços de si mesmo e do coração um do outro. A amizade requer tempo para se desenvolver organicamente, como uma flor, através de conversas, risos e momentos de silêncio. Quando cultivada com cuidado, a amizade trás alegria mútua e a iluminação do outro.
Este documento advierte que su contenido es solo apto para mayores de 18 años y contiene imágenes impactantes. Avisa a personas sensibles, religiosos y novicios que se abstengan de verlo. El autor se exime de responsabilidad por el contenido y advierte que quien vea el documento lo hace bajo su propio riesgo.
Mark Zuckerberg creó Facebook y fue nombrado como una de las 25 personas más influyentes de Internet por la revista Forbes en 2007. Facebook comenzó como un sitio web de redes sociales creado por Zuckerberg y ha crecido exponencialmente a más de 900 millones de miembros en 70 idiomas.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
Effect of loop size on compressive load comfort of elastic knitted fabricsMinh Tuan Nguyen
1) The study investigated how knitted elastic fabric compressive load is affected by loop size and penetration depth to determine fabric comfort levels.
2) Fabric samples were produced with three different loop sizes and tested at three penetration depths, with compressive load measured using an Instron tensile tester.
3) Statistical analysis showed that loop size and penetration depth had significant influence on compressive load, which could be modeled with high accuracy using a third order equation. This allows comfort levels to be predicted based on loop size and penetration depth.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
The document summarizes a study that investigated the dimensional characteristics of seam puckering and the influence of various causes on puckering. An objective image processing-based assessment method was developed to quantify puckering dimensions and overcome subjective evaluations. Experiments varied needle tension, stitch density, and fabric properties to analyze their effects on puckering severity. Puckering images were processed to estimate parameters for a luminosity model characterizing dimensional puckering properties. Results showed puckering severity increased with higher tension and correlated with fabric weight and bending rigidity properties.
Characteristics of fabrics in automated handling systemsMahmoud Morsy
This document summarizes research on the low-force frictional characteristics of fabrics used in automated handling systems. It describes fabric and surface samples tested, as well as tests conducted to determine the effect of humidity and other parameters on fabric friction properties. The results indicate that humidity, fabric structure, and surface material strongly influence friction, which has implications for the reliability and design of automated fabric handling equipment operating at low forces.
Hybrid composites have unique features that can be used to meet diverse and competing design requirements in
a more cost-effective way than either - advanced or, conventional composites. The Natural-polymer hybrid composites reinforced with carbon fiber and jute with three different orientations - 0°, 30° and 45° using epoxy resin is fabricated by hand lay-up process. The tensile test is carried out to study the tensile behavior of the developed hybrid composite.
International conference textiles and fashionVijay Prakash
This document summarizes research on characterizing yarn diameter using different measurement techniques. Several commercial instruments and laboratory methods are described that use optical, capacitive, or combined principles to measure yarn diameter and irregularity. Data from tests on various yarns using Uster Tester 4, QQM-3, and Lawson-Hemphill systems were analyzed using a MATLAB program. The program revealed the yarn diameter data was better characterized by a bimodal rather than normal distribution, highlighting limitations of some commercial instrument analyses. Further analysis of the bimodal data distribution provided more detailed information about yarn diameter characteristics.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
005 characterization-of-yarn-diameter-measured-on-differentaqeel ahmed
This document summarizes a study that characterized yarn diameter measured using different instruments. Several commercial instruments were used to measure yarn diameter including the Uster tester 4, Lawson Hemphill YAS system, QQM3, and optical microscope. The data obtained from these instruments was analyzed using the D-yarn program which found that yarn diameter often has a bimodal distribution, in contrast to Uster tester results that assume a normal distribution. Further analysis of test data from one yarn found significant differences between the Uster histogram and results from the D-yarn program, which fitted the data to a two Gaussian distribution revealing the bimodal nature of the yarn diameter.
IRJET - Parametric Study of Micro Electro-Mechanical System Capacitive Type A...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes a study on the parametric effects on a micro electro-mechanical system (MEMS) capacitive accelerometer. A 2D model of the accelerometer was created and modal analysis was performed to extract mode shapes and resonant frequencies. The deformation of the moving finger was observed at resonant frequencies of 230.80 Hz and 792.31 Hz, where the finger shape would impact the capacitance measurement. The error in measured capacitance values at these frequencies due to finger deformation was analyzed. The study found that the bandwidth of the accelerometer based on the resonant frequency difference was 562 Hz.
The document is a report on the design of a prosthetic arm by a team of students. It details their research process, design choices, and preliminary tests of the prosthetic. The team decided on a direct tension design where extending the arm pulls a string to open spring-loaded fingers, allowing the arm to pick up and hold objects. Their low-cost design uses basic materials and direct human power rather than complex mechanical or electronic systems. The report evaluates the design and suggests areas for further improvement, such as enhancing the hand mechanism or tension system. It concludes the current design could be effective despite room for advancement.
The document summarizes research analyzing the tensile behavior of hybrid carbon-jute fiber reinforced epoxy composites with different fiber orientations (0°, 30°, 45°). Samples were fabricated using hand lay-up and tested under tension. Results showed the 0° orientation exhibited the highest tensile strength of 87.68 MPa. Strength decreased with 30° and 45° orientations. Finite element analysis of the 0° sample correlated closely with experimental results. In conclusion, the 0° hybrid composite demonstrated optimal tensile behavior compared to other orientations tested.
This document summarizes the development of an automated drapability tester that quantifies the draping behavior of reinforcement fabrics. The tester combines force measurement with optical analysis to detect defects like gaps, loops, and wrinkles during forming. It uses cameras and laser scanning to capture these defects, allowing drapability effects to be quantified. Test results on non-crimp fabrics and woven fabrics show how the tester can measure forces, gap widths, fiber misalignment, and sample deformation at different forming levels. The automated tester provides detailed drapability data to support composite part and process design.
Este catálogo presenta una empresa dedicada al alquiler y venta de trajes de segunda mano para diferentes ocasiones como bodas, comuniones y fiestas. Se ofrecen trajes para novio, novia, cocktail y moda joven con precios de alquiler y venta.
Três cientistas portugueses apresentaram seus trabalhos de pesquisa em um congresso nos EUA. O primeiro mostrou como um burro puxando uma corda movimenta um chaparro na sombra e no sol. O segundo mostrou como um porco lançado em um poço dissolve na água. O terceiro mostrou como um porco e uma lanterna caem ao mesmo tempo do alto de um prédio. Os americanos acharam que os três mereciam o Prêmio Nobel por inovações em Física e Química.
Este documento presenta los objetivos y promesas de una campaña política. Los objetivos principales son la educación, la vivienda y el empleo. Las promesas incluyen crear un millón de empleos en seis años, ofrecer incentivos fiscales para el crédito productivo, establecer un sistema de asistencia social con capacitación y asistencia financiera para grupos vulnerables, y tener cero tolerancia frente a la violencia y la impunidad. También se propone construir y rehabilitar escuelas y ampliar la cobertura de salud pública.
Magnifica Sala Comercial de Cobertura no LE MONDE, Avenida das América, toda montada, Divida em Salão de Funcionários, Sala da Diretoria, Copa, Banheiro, Sala de Reunião, Sala de Telefonia, Varandão, Vaga na Escritura, Sistema de Ar Condicionado já instalado ( split), Montada, no Condomínio tem, Piscina aquecida com raia de 25 metros , Saúna seca e à vapor, Ofurô, Salão de Beleza, Restaurantes, Cafés, Fitness, Alguns destes serviços são de uso exclusivo dos proprietários das salas, tais como Piscina, Saúna, Fitnes, 74 mts² cobertos 25 mts² descobertos, Totalizando 95 mts².
Preço R$1.350.000,00
Estuda Proposta.
Acesse Nosso Link.
http://www.lancamentosrjimoveis.com.br/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=40&Itemid=93&uid=6224
www.lancamentosrjimoveis.com.br
sac@lancamentosrjimoveis.com.br
21-99393-9397
El documento resume los principales movimientos artísticos de principios del siglo XX como el futurismo, expresionismo, dadaísmo, cubismo y surrealismo. El futurismo, liderado por Marinetti, celebraba las máquinas, la energía y la velocidad. El expresionismo distorsionaba la realidad para expresar la angustia existencial del individuo. El dadaísmo surgió como un movimiento antiarte que cuestionaba la existencia del arte. El cubismo descomponía la realidad en composiciones libres. Finalmente, el surrealis
O documento descreve a amizade como uma "gestação" que começa com a descoberta do outro e o compartilhamento gradual de pedaços de si mesmo e do coração um do outro. A amizade requer tempo para se desenvolver organicamente, como uma flor, através de conversas, risos e momentos de silêncio. Quando cultivada com cuidado, a amizade trás alegria mútua e a iluminação do outro.
Este documento advierte que su contenido es solo apto para mayores de 18 años y contiene imágenes impactantes. Avisa a personas sensibles, religiosos y novicios que se abstengan de verlo. El autor se exime de responsabilidad por el contenido y advierte que quien vea el documento lo hace bajo su propio riesgo.
Mark Zuckerberg creó Facebook y fue nombrado como una de las 25 personas más influyentes de Internet por la revista Forbes en 2007. Facebook comenzó como un sitio web de redes sociales creado por Zuckerberg y ha crecido exponencialmente a más de 900 millones de miembros en 70 idiomas.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
Effect of loop size on compressive load comfort of elastic knitted fabricsMinh Tuan Nguyen
1) The study investigated how knitted elastic fabric compressive load is affected by loop size and penetration depth to determine fabric comfort levels.
2) Fabric samples were produced with three different loop sizes and tested at three penetration depths, with compressive load measured using an Instron tensile tester.
3) Statistical analysis showed that loop size and penetration depth had significant influence on compressive load, which could be modeled with high accuracy using a third order equation. This allows comfort levels to be predicted based on loop size and penetration depth.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
The document summarizes a study that investigated the dimensional characteristics of seam puckering and the influence of various causes on puckering. An objective image processing-based assessment method was developed to quantify puckering dimensions and overcome subjective evaluations. Experiments varied needle tension, stitch density, and fabric properties to analyze their effects on puckering severity. Puckering images were processed to estimate parameters for a luminosity model characterizing dimensional puckering properties. Results showed puckering severity increased with higher tension and correlated with fabric weight and bending rigidity properties.
Characteristics of fabrics in automated handling systemsMahmoud Morsy
This document summarizes research on the low-force frictional characteristics of fabrics used in automated handling systems. It describes fabric and surface samples tested, as well as tests conducted to determine the effect of humidity and other parameters on fabric friction properties. The results indicate that humidity, fabric structure, and surface material strongly influence friction, which has implications for the reliability and design of automated fabric handling equipment operating at low forces.
Hybrid composites have unique features that can be used to meet diverse and competing design requirements in
a more cost-effective way than either - advanced or, conventional composites. The Natural-polymer hybrid composites reinforced with carbon fiber and jute with three different orientations - 0°, 30° and 45° using epoxy resin is fabricated by hand lay-up process. The tensile test is carried out to study the tensile behavior of the developed hybrid composite.
International conference textiles and fashionVijay Prakash
This document summarizes research on characterizing yarn diameter using different measurement techniques. Several commercial instruments and laboratory methods are described that use optical, capacitive, or combined principles to measure yarn diameter and irregularity. Data from tests on various yarns using Uster Tester 4, QQM-3, and Lawson-Hemphill systems were analyzed using a MATLAB program. The program revealed the yarn diameter data was better characterized by a bimodal rather than normal distribution, highlighting limitations of some commercial instrument analyses. Further analysis of the bimodal data distribution provided more detailed information about yarn diameter characteristics.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
005 characterization-of-yarn-diameter-measured-on-differentaqeel ahmed
This document summarizes a study that characterized yarn diameter measured using different instruments. Several commercial instruments were used to measure yarn diameter including the Uster tester 4, Lawson Hemphill YAS system, QQM3, and optical microscope. The data obtained from these instruments was analyzed using the D-yarn program which found that yarn diameter often has a bimodal distribution, in contrast to Uster tester results that assume a normal distribution. Further analysis of test data from one yarn found significant differences between the Uster histogram and results from the D-yarn program, which fitted the data to a two Gaussian distribution revealing the bimodal nature of the yarn diameter.
IRJET - Parametric Study of Micro Electro-Mechanical System Capacitive Type A...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes a study on the parametric effects on a micro electro-mechanical system (MEMS) capacitive accelerometer. A 2D model of the accelerometer was created and modal analysis was performed to extract mode shapes and resonant frequencies. The deformation of the moving finger was observed at resonant frequencies of 230.80 Hz and 792.31 Hz, where the finger shape would impact the capacitance measurement. The error in measured capacitance values at these frequencies due to finger deformation was analyzed. The study found that the bandwidth of the accelerometer based on the resonant frequency difference was 562 Hz.
The document is a report on the design of a prosthetic arm by a team of students. It details their research process, design choices, and preliminary tests of the prosthetic. The team decided on a direct tension design where extending the arm pulls a string to open spring-loaded fingers, allowing the arm to pick up and hold objects. Their low-cost design uses basic materials and direct human power rather than complex mechanical or electronic systems. The report evaluates the design and suggests areas for further improvement, such as enhancing the hand mechanism or tension system. It concludes the current design could be effective despite room for advancement.
The document summarizes research analyzing the tensile behavior of hybrid carbon-jute fiber reinforced epoxy composites with different fiber orientations (0°, 30°, 45°). Samples were fabricated using hand lay-up and tested under tension. Results showed the 0° orientation exhibited the highest tensile strength of 87.68 MPa. Strength decreased with 30° and 45° orientations. Finite element analysis of the 0° sample correlated closely with experimental results. In conclusion, the 0° hybrid composite demonstrated optimal tensile behavior compared to other orientations tested.
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OPEN ACCESS
Development of Fabric Feel Tester Using Nozzle Extraction
Principle
P. Pratihar1, S S Bhattacharya2 and A Das3
1, 2
3
The M S University of Baroda, Vadodara – 390 001, India
Department of Textile Technology, Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi 110 016, India
Abstract
The present paper deals with development of an instrument to measure fabric handle characteristic objectively.
A nozzle extraction method for objective measurement of fabric handle characteristics has been developed. The
instrument measures the force exerted by the fabric being drawn out of the nozzle axially as well as on the
periphery of the nozzle i.e. radials. These two forces in perpendicular directions have been used to determine the
handle characteristics of fabric. Accuracy and reproducibility of the newly developed testing instrument is
verified. It has been observed that the fabric extraction force and load time graph obtained from the instrument
gives valuable information to draw some meaningful conclusion regarding the nature of fabric and the handle
characteristics of the fabric. The preliminary test results indicate that fabric feel can be comprehensively judged
from a single test from the instrument objectively. Cost and time involved in testing is also less compared to
other existing instruments.
Keywords: Nozzle extraction, fabric handle, Extraction force, Radial force, Fabric feel
I.
Introduction
Handle characteristics of fabric is better
known as fabric handle is a characteristics of fabric
defined as the subjective assessment by sense of
touch. It is characterised by the subjective judgment
of roughness, smoothness, harshness, pliability,
thickness, etc. Judgments of fabric handle are used as
a basis for evaluating quality, and thus for
determining fabric value, both within the textile,
clothing, and related industries and by the ultimate
consumer. Studies of fabric handle may be of major
commercial significance if they, for example, assist
in explaining handle assessment or provide a means
of its estimation based on subjective or objective
measurement [1].
Subjective assessment is the traditional
method of describing fabric handle based on the
experience and variable sensitivity of human touch
[2]. In subjective assessment method materials are
touched, squeezed, rubbed or otherwise handled to
get feel of the materials and then quantify or rank
them accordingly from the sensory reaction. In the
clothing industry, professional trained handle experts
sort out the fabric qualities.
On the other hand, in objective measurement,
fabric sample is tested for some specific mechanical,
thermal, etc. properties. These properties are then
combined suitably and a single value arrived at to
express the fabrics hand characteristic. Objective
evaluation of the hand of apparel fabrics was first
attempted by Peirce [3] as early as 1930. Fabric hand
or handle characteristics of textile fabric is a complex
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function of human tactile sensory response towards
fabric, which involves not only physical but also
physiological, perceptional and social factors as
explained by various researchers [3-8].
The credit for providing a feasible
instrumental technique to evaluate fabric hand value
goes to Kawabata [4]. The system of fabric evaluation
provided by Kawabata better known as Kawabata
Evaluation System (KES) comprises of a series of
instruments to measure textile material properties that
enable predictions of the sensory qualities perceived
by human touch. Thus KES is the first of its kind to
provide objective measurement of fabric hand. The
principle of this system is to combine 16 mechanical
properties measured by the instrument of a fabric
directly to its Japanese hand preference through
multivariate statistical regression analysis. Due to
some serious drawbacks like Japanese hand
preference and cost involved, the instrument failed to
offer an adequate solution for fabric hand assessment
in countries other than Japan, and there are still many
other problems associated with this
system as described in the papers [9-11]
The Fabric Assurance by Simple Testing
(FAST) method [12] by Australian scientist also
came up for evaluating handle characteristic of
fabric. Both KES and FAST systems measure similar
parameters using different instrumental methods.
However, although objective assessments
are precise from a mechanical point of view, these
methods have not been commonly used in the textile
and clothing industry because of its complex nature,
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time and cost inolved. Even today, many companies
still use subjective evaluation to assess fabric
properties. The main reason for this situation is the
repetitive and lengthy process of measurement, the
lack of knowledge for a good interpretation of the test
results and the cost of the instrument [13].
In recent past various researcher have
attempted to overcome above mentioned limitations
and developed a simple method which can easily
measure the fabric handle value better known as
„nozzle extraction‟ method [14-16] of fabric
evaluation. In this method, a specimen of fabric is
extracted through a nozzle and the force generated
while withdrawing a fabric specimen through the
nozzle is measured. The extraction force generated
due to multidirectional deformation of the fabric with
respect to bending, shear, tensile, compression,
friction etc. Ishtiaque et al. [17] studied a simple
nozzle extraction method for measuring objectively.
Their method was based on the use of a simple
attachment fitted to a tensile testing machine and
measures the force generated while extracting a
circular fabric specimen through a nozzle. They have
reported that different testing variables, like presence
of supporting plate, extraction speed and shape of the
specimen, have significant effect on peak extraction
force, whereas the number of pass does not have any
specific effect on the extraction behaviour of fabric.
In the present study, an attempt has been
made to develop a simple instrument based on nozzle
extraction principle on the basis of experience of the
previous researchers. The focus of the said
development is to minimise external influencing
factors in the process of measurement. Also efforts
have been made to study the reproducibility of
testing, which is a major concern in textile material
due to its inherent nature of variability and hence low
degree of reproducibility.
II.
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itself. Apart from that here is the some more
elaboration of the various parts in the constructions.
It can be seen that in the fig 1 various parts
are labeled as from 1 to 12. The part no. 1 is base
cabinet of the instrument. It consist of all the
electrical connections, mother board of various
modules the details of which given later on, main
computer (CPU), etc. The dimensional details of the
same are given in fig 2.
Placement of load cell for radial force
measurement was an important issue. Load cells
should be placed in such a way, while extracting
fabric, as mentioned above, there should be minimum
influence of external force. To measure the radial
force the nozzle is slit through the centre so that left
and right radial force can be measured. The split
nozzle is placed at the centre and supported by a
cantilever mechanism. The base of that cantilever is
on the top of the base cabinet as shown in the fig 3.
The details of the split nozzle is given later on in the
sequence.
Materials and Methods
2.1
Development of Nozzle Extraction
Instrument
At present there are few instruments
available for evaluating fabric handle objectively.
Presently, the objective is to fabricate an instrument
to measure extraction force while extracting a fabric
sample through a nozzle. The outline of the basic
framework required for the operations is shown fig 1
and the details of some of the important parts of the
instruments are shown in the subsequent figures from
fig 2 to 12. In the fig 13 a photograph of the
instrument is shown. The instrument has been
developed with the help of Aotutest Mechanisms Pvt.
Ltd., D-51, Sector-2, Noida, U.P. – 201301.
As far as details of the construction is
concern, it can be seen from the drawings that some
of the details are already incorporated in the drawings
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Fig 1. Line Diagram of the Instrument
Fig 2: Base cabinet of the instrument
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Fig 3: Load cell support base dimensions
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Fig 6: Vertical threaded bar stand base bolt
dimensions
Fig 4 : Cabinet top and vertical stand base
dimensions
Fig 7: Threaded bar on which movable fabric holder
mounted
Fig 5: Vertical threaded bar stand base dimensions
Fig 8: Clamp holder mounting dimensions
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Fig 12: Computer display unit mounting
Fig 9: Clamp holder support bolt dimensions and
positions
Fig 13: A photograph of the Instrument
Fig 10: Cantilever support for clamp
The next task was to measure the force
while it is being extracted. We need to measure the
force in two directions, one in the direction of
extraction (which will give us the extraction force)
and second in the radial direction i.e. the force
exerted by the sample on the nozzle while it is being
extracted. To measure the extraction force, we
attached a load cell above the clamp, bolting the
clamp on its one side and the moving panel on the
other. So as drive moves the panel in the upward
direction, the load cell, attached to the clamp moves
up and the fabric while being extracted exerts a pull
force on the clamp. This force is captured by the load
cell attached to the clamp and we are thus able to
measure the extraction force as given in fig 14.
Fig 11: Side support of moving clamp
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Fig 15: Nozzle with 20 mm top diameter
Fig 14: Load cell attached to clamp
To measure the radial force exerted on the
nozzle by the fabric, we designed a split nozzle. To
make this nozzle, we took a steel square block and a
nozzle is prepared and then split it into exactly two
halves. Designing of the nozzle was a big task.
Nozzle should be such that it will have minimum
interference of external force. Also it was kept in
mind that throughout the movement of the fabric
through the nozzle also there should be minimum
interference of any external force or obstruction.
It can be seen from the design that the
dimension of the nozzle is decided to get the uniform
bending of 60° covering the full radius of a circle i.e.
360°. To study the effect of diameter it was decided
to construct nozzle with different diameters. It was
also thought of that for various nozzles the
fundamental principle and type of bending should be
kept constant. Therefore as mentioned above about
the initial bending at the bottom of nozzle at 60°, the
bottom opening i.e. diameter at the bottom of the
nozzle kept constant at 60mm for all the nozzles,
whereas the top diameter from where the final exit of
the fabric takes place varied from 20mm to 30mm at
an interval of 5mm. Dimensions of the nozzles are
given in the fig 15 to 17. All the nozzles were made
up of stainless steel and chrome plated to minimize
the frictional force between the fabric and the metal
while it is being extracted. It was also thought of to
study the effect of surface characteristics on fabric
one nozzle is manufactured of nylon and another
nozzle is made up of stainless steel with corrugated
surface.
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Fig 16: Nozzle with 25 mm top diameter
Fig 17: Nozzle with 30 mm top diameter
Once the nozzle is ready with the
dimensions mentioned above it was slit in to two
pieces. Then we mounted these halves on the base
plate with the help of a metal piece and two load cells
in the cantilever arrangements as mentioned above in
the instrument drawing panels. The load cells were
connected to the back of these halves and the halves
were mounted such that they form a closed nozzle
loop when joined as seen in the sketch from fig 15 to
17. This kind of a nozzle would provide us radial
force exerted on the nozzle by the fabric in two
directions, thus averaging out any variations owing to
orientation of the samples while mounting. The
photographs of the nozzle are given fig 18 and in fig
19 radial load cells mounted with nozzle are shown.
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Fig 20: Fabric holder
Fig. 18: Photograph of nozzle
Next very important task was to design
fabric holder or clamp to hold the fabric pull out
through the nozzle. The considerations was that the
holder should be such that it will have minimum
impact on three dimensional deformation of fabric
while passing through the nozzle, at the same time
there should not be any slippage throughout the test
conducted. If there is any slippage during the test it
will be a disastrous. Based on these considerations
few designs were thought off, trials were carried out
and arrived at the final design as shown in the figure
20.
Fig 19: Radial load cell
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Estimation of required traverse and the rate
of traverse of the clamp are very important in this
context. Initially it was proposed to use of pneumatic
cylinders for the movement of the clamps, but faced
with certain shortcomings of the pneumatic cylinder.
It was not possible to regulate the speed with which
the clamp would move while extracting the fabric
from the nozzle. This was essential for the design, as
it was preferred having a design that would have the
liberty to change the extraction speed thus open
another window of correlating the extraction forces at
various speeds with the other properties of the fabric.
Therefore, switched to another system and finally the
mechanism adopted was a gear drive motor which
moves the clamp up and down, along a guide, which
is held by two C channels on both sides to prevent
any alignment issues as shown in fig 1. With the gear
motor drive, it was possible to regulate the speed of
the clamp, ranging from 1mm/min to 200mm/min,
thus lining up another variable which can be varied to
check for optimum correlation as shown in fig 21.
Fig 21: Motor
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The next task was to convert the analog
signal generated by the load cells to a digital from.
LabJack device, model U3-HV used for this purpose.
Fundamentally, it is a process of converting analog
signal to electrical signal and then electrical signal to
digital form by an analog to digital card. Therefore,
in the whole process power supply is very important.
Any small amount of power fluctuation will give
error in reading. As envisage it was found that when
the power supply was given from an ordinary line
conditioner there is lot of spikes in the load cell
reading. Therefore, we had to arrange a suitable high
quality switched-mode power supply (SMPS) to
overcome the problem.
LabJacks
are
USB/Ethernet
based
measurement and automation devices which provide
analog inputs/outputs, digital inputs/outputs, and
more. They serve as an inexpensive and easy to use
interface between computers and the physical world.
Read the output of sensors which measure voltage,
current, power, temperature, humidity, wind speed,
force, pressure, strain, acceleration, RPM, light
intensity, sound intensity, gas concentration, position,
and many more. A LabJack brings this data into a PC
where it can be stored and processed as desired.
Control things like motors, lights, solenoids, relays,
valves, and more.
In our case the load cells used are of beam
type. Generally a load cell is a transducer that is used
to convert a force into electrical signal. This
conversion is indirect and happens in two stages.
Through a mechanical arrangement, the force being
sensed by way of deforms of a strain gauge. The
strain gauge measures the deformation (strain) as an
electrical signal, because the strain changes the
effective electrical resistance of the wire. A load cell
usually consists of four strain gauges in a Wheatstone
bridge configuration. Load cells of one strain gauge
(quarter bridge) or two strain gauges (half bridge) are
also available. The electrical signal output is typically
in the order of a few millivolts and requires
amplification by an instrumentation amplifier before
it can be used. The output of the transducer is
plugged into an algorithm to calculate the force
applied to the transducer. The LabJack module is
used to manage all this input/output signals.
There are different data acquisition modules
of LabJack like U3, U6, UE9, U12 are available.
Initially we tried with U12 and later on upgraded
with U3 module with high voltage option. The U3 is
newer than the U12, and in general is faster, more
flexible, and less expensive. The U3 is about half the
size of the U12. The enclosure can be mounted using
a couple screws or DIN rail, whereas the U12
enclosure
has
no
mounting
options.
Command/response functions on the U3 are typically
5-20 times faster than on the U12. The U3 has up to
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16 analog inputs compared to 8 on the U12. Any
channel can be measured differentially versus any
other channel. Accuracy specs are better than the
U12.
The U3-LV has single-ended ranges of 0-2.4
or 0-3.6 volts, and a differential range of ±2.4 volts
(pseudobipolar only). The U3-HV has 12 flexible I/O
capable of those same low-voltage ranges, and 4
high-voltage analog inputs with a range of ±10 volts
or -10/+20 volts. The U12 has a ±10 volt singleended input range, and differential input ranges
varying from ±20 volts to ±1 volt (all true bipolar).
The circuitry used by the U12 to provide those high
bipolar ranges is simple and inexpensive, but has
drawbacks including relatively poor input impedance
and errors which are different on every channel.
There are many devices on the market now that have
copied the same circuitry from the U12 and have the
same drawbacks.
The U3 supports input streaming with a max
rate of up to 50,000 samples/second, compared to
1200 samples/second for the U12. The U3 achieves
the full 12-bit resolution up to 2500 samples/second,
and then as speed increases the effective resolution
drops to about 10 bits due to noise. The U3 has two
10-bit digital to analog convertors (DAC) as does the
U12. The DACs on the U3 are derived from a
regulated voltage, whereas the U12 DACs are
derived from the power supply, so the U3 DACs will
be more stable. The digital I/O on the U3 use 3.3 volt
logic, and are 5 volt tolerant. The U12 has 5 volt
logic. The U3 can have up to 2 timers and 2 counters.
The timers have various functionality including
period timing, duty cycle timing, quadrature input,
pulse counting, or pulse-width modulation (PWM)
output. The U12 has 1 counter and no timers. The U3
has master support for serial peripheral interface
(SPI), inter-integrated circuit known as I2C, and
asynchronous serial protocols. The U12 does not
support I2C, but does have some SPI and
asynchronous support. The U3 is supported on
Windows, Linux, Mac OS X, and PocketPC. The
U12 has full support for Windows, limited support
for Linux, and limited public support for the Mac. On
Windows, the U3 uses the flexible driver which also
works with the UE9. There is a specific separate
driver for the U12.
Some of the exclusive special features of U3
are listed below.
Features of LV (Low-Voltage) Version:
16 Flexible I/O (Digital Input, Digital Output, or
Analog Input)
Up to 2 Timers (Pulse Timing, PWM Output,
Quadrature Input, ...)
Up to 2 Counters (32-Bits Each)
4 Additional Digital I/O
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Up to 16 12-bit Analog Inputs (0-2.4 V or 0-3.6
V, SE or Diff.)
2 Analog Outputs (10-Bit, 0-5 volts)
Supports SPI, I2C, and Asynchronous Serial
Protocols (Master Only)
Supports Software or Hardware Timed
Acquisition
Maximum Input Stream Rate of 2.5-50 kHz
(Depending on Resolution)
Capable of Command/Response Times Less
Than 1 Millisecond
Built-In Screw Terminals for Some Signals
OEM Version Available
USB 2.0/1.1 Full Speed Interface
Powered by USB Cable
Drivers Available for Windows, Linux, Mac and
Pocket PC
Examples Available for C/C++, VB, LabVIEW,
Java, and More
Includes USB Cable and Screwdriver
Free Firmware Upgrades
Enclosure Size Approximately 3" x 4.5" x 1.2"
(75mm x 115mm x 30mm)
Rated for Industrial Temperature Range (-40 to
+85 Degrees C)
Differences with the HV (High-Voltage) Version:
First 4 Flexible I/O are Changed to Dedicated
HV Analog Inputs.
4 HV Inputs have ±10 Volt or -10/+20 Volt
Range.
12 LV Inputs (Flexible I/O) Still Available, for
16 Total Analog Inputs.
Flexible I/O:
The first 16 I/O lines (FIO and EIO ports)
on the LabJack U3-LV can be individually
configured as digital input, digital output, or analog
input. In addition, up to 2 of these lines can be
configured as timers, and up to 2 of these lines can be
configured as counters. On the U3-HV, the first 4
flexible I/O are replaced with dedicated high-voltage
analog inputs.
The first 8 flexible I/O lines (FIO0-FIO7)
appear on built-in screw terminals. The other 8
flexible I/O lines (EIO0-EIO7) are available on the
DB15 connector.
Analog Inputs:
The LabJack U3 has up to 16 analog inputs
available on the flexible I/O lines. Single-ended
measurements can be taken of any line compared to
ground, or differential measurements can be taken of
any line to any other line.
Analog input resolution is 12-bits. The range
of single-ended low-voltage analog inputs on the U3LV is typically 0-2.4 volts or 0-3.6 volts, and the
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range of differential analog inputs is typically ±2.4
volts (pseudobipolar only). For valid measurements,
the voltage on every analog input pin, with respect to
ground, must be within -0.3 to +3.6 volts.
On the U3-HV, the first 4 flexible I/O are
replaced with dedicated high-voltage analog inputs.
The input range of these channels is ±10 volts or 10/+20 volts. The remaining 12 flexible I/O are still
available as described above, so the U3-HV has 4
high-voltage analog inputs and up to 12 low-voltage
analog inputs.
Command/response (software timed) analog
input reads typically take 0.6-4.0 ms depending on
number
of
channels
and
communication
configuration. Hardware timed input streaming has a
maximum rate that varies with resolution from 2.5
ksamples/s at 12-bits to 50 ksamples/s at about 10bits.
Analog Outputs:
The LabJack U3 has 2 analog outputs
(DAC0 and DAC1) that are available on the screw
terminals. Each analog output can be set to a voltage
between 0 and 5 volts with 10-bits of resolution.
The analog outputs are updated in
command/response mode, with a typical update time
of 0.6-4.0 ms depending on communication
configuration. The analog outputs have filters with a
3 dB cutoff around 16 Hz, limiting the frequency of
output waveforms to less than that.
Digital I/O:
The LabJack U3 has up to 20 digital I/O
channels. 16 are available from the flexible I/O lines,
and 4 dedicated digital I/O (CIO0-CIO3) are
available on the DB15 connector. Each digital line
can be individually configured as input, output-high,
or output-low. The digital I/O use 3.3 volt logic and
are 5 volt tolerant.
Command/response (software timed) reads/writes
typically take 0.6-4.0 ms depending on
communication configuration. The first 16 digital
inputs can also be read in a hardware timed input
stream where all 16 inputs count as a single stream
channel.
Timers:
Up to 2 flexible I/O lines can be configured
as timers. The timers are very flexible, providing
options such as PWM output, pulse/period timing,
pulse counting, and quadrature input.
Counters:
Up to 2 flexible I/O lines can be configured
as 32-bit counters.
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I/O Protection:
All I/O lines on the U3 are protected against
minor over voltages. The FIO lines can withstand
continuous voltages of up to ±10 volts, while the
EIO/CIO lines withstand continuous voltages of up to
±6 volts.
High Channel Count Applications:
By using USB hubs, many LabJacks can be
interfaced to a single PC, providing an inexpensive
solution for high channel count applications.
OEM Version:
The U3-LV-OEM or U3-HV-OEM includes
the board only without the enclosure and without
most through-hole components. See Section 2.12 of
the U3 User's Guide for more information.
The electrical interfaces diagrams of the
instrument with LabJack are shown in the following
fig 20 to 23 as mentioned above. The input output
voltage ranges also shown in the said diagrams. Also
power factors are mentioned in many places as
required.
The details of electrical diagrams are shown
in fig 22 to 25. In the subsequent three figure i.e. fig
26, 27 & 28 actual photographs of main board,
LabJack U3-HV and A2D card interface with
LabJack respectively are shown.
Fig 24: Electrical diagram for SMPS power
input/output
Fig 25: Electrical diagram for power system
Fig 22: Complete electrical interface diagram
Fig 23: Electrical diagram for SMPS power
distribution
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Fig 26: Main board connections
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dedicated standby desktop personal computer with
windows platform for hassle free operations.
One of the typical actual command prompt
menus is shown hereunder in the figure 29. It can be
seen that the command prompt has many user
interface options like opening an existing file, print a
file, saving of the current test results, taking down the
jaw, starting of the test, stopping it manually if
required, etc icons.
Fig 27: LabJack U3-HV
Fig 29. Dialog box with command prompt
Fig 28: Analog to digital card interface with LabJack
Instrument has been designed so that all the
function and operations are controlled through
commands from a computer. The computer interface
is simple yet effective in fulfilling all the basic
requirements of our testing and validation procedure.
The user interface has been designed in Visual Basic
and the functions incorporated in such a way it
becomes user friendly. As we press start button, the
system would ask for the extraction speed and the test
time we would like to put. But as such the last data
fed is automatically stored in the memory. Therefore,
if we continue with the same data it will be savings of
time. All this options are programmable in the visual
basic program easily.
The output format and the samples of testing
are also programmable. All the data is also stored in a
data sheet (Microsoft Excel) automatically.
Therefore, one can use the data later on as required.
The only hitch in this aspect is the data sheet records
the data in cumulative fashion. The latest test data is
just appended at the bottom of the last data, so one
has to be very careful about the corresponding test
data.
The platform i.e. operating system
compatibility of the system is also wonderful. It
supports Windows, Linux, Mac OS X, and PocketPC.
In this case we have connected the machine with a
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As mentioned above the default menu option
saves the last data fed automatically. If one wants to
change the data it can be done. Once feeding these
variables is done, the test would start on clicking the
start button or icon and the clamp would start moving
upward. As it does so, the three load cells measure
the force being exerted upon their respective parts
and is thus taken by the software. These values are
then used to plot individual graphs i.e. force exerted
vs. time. Thus we obtain three different graphs for
three different load cells, which are given different
colour coding so as to assist in identification of
different forces as given in fig 30.
Fig 30: Output Graph
III.
CONCLUSION
The computerized fabric feel tester (nozzle
extraction principle) has been developed to study the
fabric feel through measuring extraction force. The
newly developed instrument is having many features
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that may be useful to study and arrived at fabric feel
factor in due course of time. Elaborative study will be
conducted soon to validate the instrument and study
various parameters related to it and will be reported
soon.
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