Comprehensive Testing of Insole Materials: Thickness, Flexing Index, Abrasion, and Water Absorption/Desorption Insoles are a critical component in footwear that directly contacts the foot, providing comfort, support, and cushioning. To ensure the comfort, safety, and durability of insoles, a series of tests must be conducted. Testing Items The testing items for insoles primarily include the follow...
The Elmendorf Tearing Strength Tester: A Complete Guide The Concept of Tear Strength Individual yarns in a fabric tear under stress concentration in the remaining fabric, which is referred to as the tear phenomenon of the fabric. For example, when a fabric is grabbed by an object, the local yarns will be forced to tear. Or part of the fabric is fixed and torn into two halves. Typically, tear perfo...