Textile and Apparel Science

Comparison of Objective Measurement Methods of Fabric Tensile Properties for 3D Virtual Garment Software

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Abstract

The validation of virtual fitting and drape is yet to be perfected. Experts from industry and academia highlight an inconsistency amongst the fabric measurement methods and significantly varied simulation results of the same fabric between the different software providers. The study's purpose was to compare the principle, testing protocols, and SI unit for tensile and shear properties by employing the three types of fabric testing devices. With unstandardized measurements and calculation principles, a threshold of loadcells, differing dimensions of the fabric specimens, and differing SI units for defining the same property are derived as the relevant factors that impede the convertibility and comparability of fabric properties between the software and devices. Correspondingly, commencing a discussion on raising the world’s standards could be the first step to improve the fidelity and consistency of simulating 3D virtual garments across all the software providers.

Keywords: physical fabric testing, fabric measurement system, CLO fabric kit, CSIRO FAST system, 3D virtual garment software

How to Cite:

Jung, U. & Istook, C. L., (2020) “Comparison of Objective Measurement Methods of Fabric Tensile Properties for 3D Virtual Garment Software”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 77(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/itaa.12158