Multifunctionality of Thermal Protective Layer Interchanging Double Cloth Conditioned by Influential Parameters

The proportion of woven fabrics in the broad field of protective textiles is extremely high. By various procedures (surface treatments, fabric lamination, composite production), fabric properties that meet the requirements defined by standards are achieved. However, simultaneously, these procedures cause negative effects in the form of fabric thickness, stiffness, impermeability, non-breathability, and thus, discomfort. Therefore, there are valid and justified reasons to approach the design process of making such woven fabrics using more complex construction solutions-layer interchanging double cloth. In addition, by applying fibres with integrated desired properties and other structural fabric parameters, it is possible to influence the achievement of the properties of multi-purpose multilayer fabrics for protection, which is the aim of this research. The application and combination of aramid and modacrylic/cotton fibres and use of different yarn fineness resulted in different intensities of protection. The correlative values of mentioned parameters and thermal and thermo-physiological properties indicate their strong connection, and thus the effectiveness of the developed woven fabric samples.

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In the field of protective textiles, the proportion of woven fabrics is high. However, the procedures used to achieve desired fabric properties also result in negative effects such as thickness, stiffness, impermeability, and non-breathability. Therefore, a more complex construction solution is necessary. This research aims to influence the properties of multi-layer fabrics for protection by using different fibers and structural parameters.