Abstract
In this study, twelve 1x1 rib knitted fabrics containing different structure and features were used. Air permeability of knitted fabrics was measured and their images were taken under a microscope. Textural properties of images were analyzed with image processing techniques in MATLAB package program.
The relationship between air permeability and eight different textural parameters of images related to fabric porosity were analyzed statistically with correlation analysis. A strong relationship was found between fabric porosity parameters and air permeability in fabrics produced from the same raw material.
However, it was observed that this strong relationship decreased when different raw materials were preferred. The effects of fiber properties and blending ratio were determined on the air permeability of knitted fabrics in addition to yarn and fabric porosity.