The Kawabata evaluation system (KES) is used to measure the mechanical properties of fabrics. The system was developed by a team led by Professor Kawabata in the department of polymer chemistry, Kyoto University Japan.
KES is composed of four different machines on which a total of six tests can be performed: Tensile & shear tester – tensile, shear Pure bending tester – pure bending Compression tester – compression Surface tester – surface friction and roughness
External links Discussion of Kawabata System at NC State U website
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