A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF WOVEN AND KNITTED FABRIC USED FOR SEAT COVERS

Abstract: This paper gives an outline of the basic use of textile in the automobile industry for manufacturing seat covers in conjunction with its description, types and performance. Test on the properties like durability, comfort, appearance, Fabric abrasion resistance, Fabric breaking strength, Fabric tearing strength, Fabric crease recovery angle, Fabric water repellence, Fabric moisture content, Fabric colour fastness will be carried out. This will provide the comparative study of the types of fabrics used namely, Woven fabric and Knitted Fabric.

Keywords: Abrasion, Woven Fabric, Knitted Fabric.