INVESTIGATION OF THE IMPACT OF PLASMA TREATMENT ON MOISTURE CONTROL CHARACTERISTICS IN KNITTED FABRICS BLENDED WITH COTTON AND POLYESTE

Abstract

The primary objective of the study is to examine how polyester/cotton composed knitted fabrics’ (blended) moisture management properties are influenced by plasma treatment. Maintaining thermal comfort is essential for human well-being, and sweating is a key aspect of thermal regulation. However, sweating can lead to discomfort, making moisture management in clothing crucial, especially for protective and sportswear. This research investigates that how temperature regulation is affected by two-layer fabric structure made of various fibres as compared to a traditional fabric. Based on earlier research on fabric moisture management, the study shows that structure and composition of the fabric have a major impact on qualities related to moisture. Evaluations are done on the dispersing speed, drenching time, accumulative unidirectional transport index, largest drenched radius, absorption rates, and overall moisture management ability. The results exhibit that polyester fibres’ nature of hydrophobic and moisture-wicking properties continue improving moisture transfer. Better moisture control is demonstrated by fabrics with longer loop lengths and a cross-miss structure. Air plasma treatment is also studied as a potential technique for surface modification. The results indicate that plasma treatment improves the fabric's properties to control moisture, which further strengthens its capacity to wick away perspiration and give comfort to the wearer.