How Friction Shapes Fabric Feel
Friction is the phenomenon in which two object surfaces come into contact and move relative to each other under external force, generating tangential resistance at the contact interface. This tangential resistance is friction force, and its magnitude depends on the characteristics of the object surfaces. It is one of the classical mechanical properties. For fabrics, surface friction performance is also one of the most basic mechanical properties. It is generally characterized by the friction coefficient and surface roughness. The surface friction performance of fabrics affects their smoothness or slipperiness, contributing to the richness of textile surface hand. A low friction coefficient results in a smooth hand, while a high friction coefficient leads to a rough hand. Regarding auditory style, specially treated silk fabrics produce low-frequency vibrations when rubbed together, creating the “silk sound” effect, which provides a pleasant sensation when they contact the skin dur...