K.S.

RANGASAMY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY, TIRUCHENGODE – 637 215

DEPARTMENT OF TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY
QUESTION BANK – EVEN 2018-19 (R2014)
SUB. CODE : 40 TT 404
SUBJECT NAME : KNITTING TECHNOLOGY
DEGREE : B.TECH
BRANCH : TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY
YEAR/SEMESTER : II \ IV
SYLLABUS:
K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology - Autonomous
40 TT 404 - Knitting Technology
B.Tech. Textile Technology
Hours / Week Credit Maximum Marks
Semester Total hrs
L T P C CA ES Total
IV 3 0 0 45 3 50 50 100
To impart the knowledge on mechanism involved in warp knitting and weft knitting and its basic
Objective(s) structures, impart the knowledge on latest developments in knitted fabric production.
At the end of the course, the students will be able to
1. Explain construction and function of various knitting elements and machines, and
choose yarns for knitting
2. Demonstrate the mechanism of knitting of plain, rib, interlock, and purl
structures
3. Draw the structures of plain, rib, interlock, purl and relate characteristics and end
uses of fabrics with their structures.
4. Explain mechanism of needle selection and formation of knit, tuck and float
stitches, and draw the structure of derivatives.
Course
5. Calculate optimum knitting conditions and production and explain dimensional
Outcomes
state of knitted fabrics.
6. Explain the mechanism of knitting of various structures using flat knitting
machine and socks knitting.
7. Explain construction and function of various warp knitting elements and
machines
8. Explain the mechanism of knitting using Tricot and Rachel knitting machines.
9. Draw the warp knitted structures and explain their characteristics.
10. Describe the influence of various factors on quality of knitted fabric.
 Weft Knitting
Characteristics of woven and knitted fabrics; classification of weft knitting machines; comparison of
warp and weft knitting; yarn quality requirements for knitting; weft knitting elements; single jersey,
rib, interlock and purl knitting machines – construction and knitting operation.
Weft Knitted Structures
Single jersey, rib, purl and interlock structures – characteristics and their derivatives – lecoste,
accordian type, Swiss and derby ribs, half and full cardigan, eight lock, single pique, ponte-di-roma,
ottoman rib, bourrelet, texi pique, pin tuck, Milano rib, French and Swiss pique; fundamentals of
formation of knit, tuck and float stitches; needle selection in weft knitting - multi cam tracks, pattern
wheel and pattern drum; weft knitted fabric geometry, dimensional stability, dimensional states and
dimensional parameters, spirality; calculation of optimum knitting conditions and production.
Flat Knitting
Basic principles and elements of flat knitting machines; different types of flat knitting machines-
manual, mechanical and computer controlled; production of various weft knitted structures using flat
knitting machines; mechanism of socks knitting.
Warp Knitting
Classification of warp knitting machines; preparation of yarns for warp knitting; knitting elements
and working of Raschel and Tricot knitting machines, production of elementary warp knitted
structures; warp knit structures - chain stitch, tricot, lock knit structures, satin, queen’s cord,
sharkskin, blind lap and inlay; warp knitted fabric geometry; production calculations.
Quality Control
Effect of loop length and its shape on fabric properties and factors affecting the formation of loop;
defects in knitted fabrics- causes and remedies; tests for knitted fabric quality.
Text book(s):
1 Ajgaonkar. D.B., “Knitting Technology”, Universal Publication Corporation, Mumbai, 1998.
2 Spencer. D.J., “Knitting Technology”, Textile Institute, Manchester, 1989.
Reference(s) :
1 Chandrasekhar Iyer, Bernd Mammal and Wolfgang Schach., “Circular Knitting”, Meisenbach
GmbH, Bamberg, 1995.
2 Samuel Raz., “Flat Knitting; The new generation”, MeisenbachGmbH, Bamberg, 1992.
3 Samuel Raz., “Warp Knitting Production”, Melliand TextilberichteGmbH, Rohrbacher, 1987.
N. Anbumani., “Knitting fundamentals, machines, structures and developments, New Age
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Internatinal (P) Ltd., Publisher, 2007.

UNIT 1 : Weft Knitting (CO 1 & CO 2)

Q.No. Questions Marks CO Blooms

level
1. a Differentiate the woven and knitted fabric 7 1 An
b Name the various types of needles used in knitting 3 1 Kn
c Explain the working of circular knitting machine with a schematic 10 2 Kn
 diagram of passage of material though the machine.
2. a Summarise the characteristics of knitted fabric. 6 2 An
b Define Courses per inch and Wales per inch 4 2 Kn
c Discuss in detail the factors to be considered for the selection of yarn in 10 1 An
knitting.
3. a Distinguish warp and weft knitting. 6 2 An
b Give the short notes on rib and interlock gaiting 4 2 Ap
c State the advantages and disadvantages of latch and bearded needles. 8 1 An
d Mention the function of feeder 2 1 Kn
4. a List out the salient features of compound needles. 4 1 An
b Classify the Knitting Machine 6 1 An
c Explain in detail the various types of cam used in weft knitting 10 2 Ap
5. a Draw the sinker diagram and State its functions 4 1 Kn
b Differentiate the latch needle and spring beard needle. 6 1 An
c Explain the knitting mechanism of interlock structure with a neat 10 2 Ap
diagram.
6. a Illustrate the knitting cycle of latch needle with neat sketch 6 1 Ap
b State the features of positive feeder in knitting machine 4 1 Kn
c Elucidate the knitting cycle of rib knitting machine with neat sketch. 10 2 Ap
7. a Determine the properties needed for yarn used in knitting 4 1 Ap
b Describe the knitting cycle of spring beard needle. 6 1 Kn
c Give short note on cam system in interlock machine 10 2 Kn

UNIT 2: Weft Knitted Structures (CO 3, CO 4 & CO 5)

Q.No. QUESTIONS Marks CO Blooms

level
1. a Discuss in detail the parameter involved for calculation of production 6 5 An
b Explicate the structure, symbolic and diagrammatic representation of plain 7 3 Cr
and purl structure.
c Draw the full cardigan and half cardigan structure using knit, tuck and float 7 4 Cr
stitch.
2. a Describe the application of symbolic and diagrammatic representations and 7 3 Ap
properties of rib structure
b Discuss in detail the weft knitted fabric geometry. 7 5 An
c Sketch the rib and Swiss rib structures and compare their characteristics. 6 4 Cr
3. a Describe the application of symbolic and diagrammatic representations and 7 3 Ap
properties of interlock structure.
b Outline the factor involved for formation of spirality 6 5 An
c Explain the effects of float and tuck stitches on fabric properties. 7 4 An
4. a Summarise the process parameter involved for dimensional state of knitted 7 5 An
fabric.
b Sketch the structure of Ponte-Di-Roma and French pique 6 4 Cr
c Demonstrate the knitting cycle of tuck and miss stitch with neat sketch. 7 4 Kn
5. a Sketch the structure of polka rib and eight lock structures. 6 4 Cr
b Differentiate single jersey and double jersey knitted structures. 8 3 An
c Explain the mechanism of needle selection by pattern wheel with a diagram. 6 4 Ap
6. a Differentiate the characteristics of rib and purl structures. 7 3 An
b Explain in detail the factor involved for calculation of optimum knitting 6 5 An
condition.
c Sketch the structure of Ottoman rib and Single pique. 7 4 Cr
7. a Calculate the production of a single jersey weft knitting machine in 8 5 Ap
kilogram per shift of 8 hours from the following data :Diameter of machine
– 30 inches, Machine gauge – 24, No. of feeders – 96, Machine speed – 30
rpm, Stitch length – 2.5 mm, Yarn used – 20s combed yarn and Machine
efficiency – 85%
b Differentiate rib and interlock knitted structures. 6 4 An
c Explain the mechanism of needle selection by pattern drum with a neat 6 4 Ap
diagram.

UNIT 3 : Flat Knitting (CO 6)

Q.No. QUESTIONS Marks CO Blooms

level
1. a Classify flat bed knitting machines. 5 6 Kn
b Outline the elements used in flat knitting machine 5 6 Ap
c Explain the knitting cycle of flat bed knitting machine with neat 10 6 Kn
sketches.
2. a Explain the production of racked fabric using flat bed knitting machine. 6 6 Cr
b State the importance of carriage guide rails and security spring in flat 4 6 An
bed machine.
c Explain the mechanism of socks knitting with a neat diagram. 10 6 Kn
3. a Discuss socks geometry and socks scraping. 6 5 An
b Explain the production of rib and half cardigan rib using flat bed 6 6 Cr
knitting machine.
c Explain the production of tubular fabrics using v-bed knitting machine. 8 6 Cr
4. a Explain the mechanism of split stitch formation with a diagram. 6 6 Kn
b Give the short notes on principles of flat knitting 4 6 Kn
c Illustrate the various flat structure with suitable diagram 10 6 An
5. a List the out name of the flat knit structure 4 5 Kn
b Give in detail about the cam system used in flat knitting 8 5 Ap
c Explain the working of computer control flat knitting machine 8 5 Ap

UNIT 4: Warp Knitting (CO 7, CO 9 & CO 8)

Q.No. QUESTIONS Mark CO Blooms

1. a Classify warp knitting machines. 4s 7 Kn
level
b Define the terms overlap and underlap in warp knitting. 2 7 Kn
c Sketch notations of open and closed lap pillar stitches. 6 9 Ap
d Explain the knitting cycle of tricot knitting machine with neat diagrams. 8 8 Kn
2. a Give the lapping diagram of sharkskin structure 6 9 Cr
b List the characteristics of warp knitted fabric 6 7 An
c Explain the knitting cycle of Rachel knitting machine with neat 8 8 Kn
diagrams.
3. a List the important yarn properties required for warp knitting. 6 7 An
b Sketch notations of open and closed lap pillar stitches. 6 9 Cr
c Calculate the production per hour of a two-bar machine running at 960 8 8 Ap
rpm at 90% efficiency. The top bar uses a 70-denier runner of 60 inch
and the bottom bar a 20 denier runner of 40 inch, with the number of
ends per bar being 4800.
4. a Sketch the lapping diagram of full tricot structure and state its features. 8 9 Cr
b Analyse the suitability of continuous filament yarns for warp knitting. 4 7 An
c Discuss the five basic overlap/underlap variations with diagrams. 8 8 Ap
5. a Sketch the structure of Ottoman rib and Single pique 6 9 Cr
b Explain the passage material through the tricot knitting with neat sketch. 10 8 Kn
c Draw the lapping diagram of a guide bar that exhibits: Only overlap but 4 7 Ap
no underlap and Only underlap but no overlap
6. a Demonstrate the mechanism of guide bar movement. 8 8 Ap
b Draw the lapping diagram of satin warp knit structure and state its 6 9 Cr
features.
c State the functions of knitting elements of Rachel warp knitting machine 6 7 Kn
with diagrams.
7. a Explain the lock knit and reverse lock knit structures with lapping 7 9 Ap
diagrams.
b Distinguish Tricot and Rachel warp knitting machines. 7 8 An
c Discuss the quality of staple yarn required for warp knitting. 6 7 An

UNIT 5 : Quality Control (CO 10)

Q.NO. QUESTIONS Marks CO Blooms

level
1. a Define skew and bow. 4 10 Kn

b Critically analyses the defects and remedial measures for weft knitting 12 10 An
c State the factors affecting the formation of loop. 4 10 An
2. a Investigate the effect of loop length and shape on fabric properties. 12 10 An
b Mention yarn parameters need to be checked in quality control knitting 4 10 Ap
c State the factors affecting quality of knitted fabrics. 4 10 An
3. a Explain in detail the various quality tests for weft knitted fabric. 10 10 Ap
b Discuss the effect of yarn properties on quality of knitted fabric. 6 10 An
c Write the causes of barre defects in knitted fabric. 4 10 Kn

4. a Discuss in detail the various fabric defects in warp knitted fabric 10 10 Kn

b Give the short notes on method used for assess the dimensional 6 10 Ap
changes in knitted fabric
c State the quality control devices used in modern knitting machine 4 10 Ap
5. a Explain in detail the factors affecting the formation of loop. 10 10 An
b List the physical parameters involved for described the quality of 6 10 An
 knitted fabric
c State the formula for calculating the knitted fabric GSM and width 4 10 Ap

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