Application and Technology of Three-dimensional Spacer Fabric Knitted on Computerized Flat Knitting Machine
As a new type of cushioning material,the spacer fabric is composed of two surfaces(top and bottom)and an intermediate spacer layer.Among spacer fabrics,the knitted spacer fabrics are characterized by lightweight,warmth retention breathability and elasticity.The knitted spacer fabric can be further classified into warp-knitted spacer fabric and weft-knitted spacer fabric.This paper mainly introduces the current application status of weft-knitted spacer fabrics in the textile industry and summarizes the knitting technology of weft-knitted spacer fabrics from computerized flat knitting machine.On this basis,according to the knitting principles of weft-knitted axial fabrics,a new type of weft-knitted spacer fabric with reinforcing yarns added to the spacer layer is proposed.The results show that this new fabric can improve the overall performance of the fabric by adding reinforced yam with high strength and durability into the spacer,which provides a new idea and reference for subsequent research and product development.