Plain rib weave is used to produce ribs or cords in the warp or weft directions. The cords or ribs which are produced in the weft direction are called as warp rib and being produced in the warp direction are called as weft rib. Weft rib is classified into regular weft rib and irregular weft rib.
Features of weft rib: The characteristics of warp rib are different from the weft rib
1.Weft rib produces ribs or cords in the warp direction.
2.In general, the yarn of weft rib is better than warp.
3.Id the number of picks is more than the number of ends in a unit space, then yarn of same count may be used.
4.Two or more warp yarns pass through a weft yarn.
5.Two heald shafts are used.
6.Weft rib is used for producing blankets and hair cords, etc.
Name of Rib Fabric:
1.Cord Fabric
2.Bayadere
3.Ottoman
4.Poplin Fabric
5.Blankets
6.Broadcloth
7.Faille
8.Hair Cords
9.Shantung
10.Taffeta
