TEK 234E - Weaving Preparation

Course Objectives

1. to introduce the concepts of basic weaves, woven fabric and weaving preparation parameters
2. to introduce weaving preparation machines
3. to give an ability to efficiently use of weaving preparation machines
4. to give an ability to make weaving preparation calculations.

Course Description

Basic patterns (plain weave, twill, satin), simple applications of drawing-in and lifting plan, introduction to weaving technique, basic motions in weaving, woven fabric calculations (yarn density, weight, cover factor calculation), explanation, teaching and calculation of direct warping, conical warping, sizing, knotting, drawing-in and other machines.