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Mathias Simon Beer
Analysis of the Influence of 2D Weft Knitting Process Parameters on Fabric Characteristics for Sport Shoe Uppers
Rezension
The aim of the thesis is the development of a knitted shoe upper with different functional zones for lightweight running application using the small circular knitting technology. Sport shoes consist of 2 main elements, the sole and the upper. The upper typically consists of several pieces that are combined in a time and cost intensive production chain. A recent trend is the production of uppers using the weft knitting technology. Beginning with a look at sport shoe construction and the testing of sport shoes, the book then moves on to examine weft knitting technology including the machinery and the testing of weft knitted fabrics. The final 2 chapters of the book concern themselves with the textile development (TED) method and the validation of this method for running shoe applications. TED can ease the development process by providing a guideline for the systematic realization of new product ideas. Integrated correlation matrixes are used to predict the resulting product properties and with this allowing developers to accelerate the market entry of new products. The book contains numerous illustrations and tables and shows how using the small circular knitting technology and the TED method, a competitive new lightweight running shoe upper prototype with multiple function zones was realized within the first iteration cycle. The desired mechanical properties could all be fulfilled and the production process is faster compared to the flat knitting technology.
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