Glossary
Tribology of Textile Materials. Friction, Wear and Mechanical Properties

Fabric weave

This is the interweaving pattern of warp and weft threads. The weave ratio is the smallest pattern used to define a fabric.

Chain wire

Thread in the production direction of the loom.

Weft thread

Thread perpendicular to loom production direction.

Slender material

A material is slender when at least one of its dimensions is negligible compared to the others. The ratio between the lengths must be at least a few tens.

Carding

Spinning operation which consists in individualizing the fibers and cleaning them if necessary.

Ensimage

This operation consists in at least partially covering the fibers with a lubricant, the aim being to reduce friction between the fibers and machine parts during the various stages of the manufacturing process. In addition, the sizing process gives cohesion to the multifilament yarns.