Method for selective display of yarn in a tufted fabric with double end yarn drives
US10167585B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 17, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jan 1, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 17, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD05C15/34
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A novel method of tufting carpets is provided to allow the use of four or more colors of yarn at sufficient stitch density to provide for a solid appearance of any of the selected colors at any location on the carpet, and utilizing natural tacking of rear yarns to minimize loose yarn on the backing.
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