However, when fabric structure was such that tensioned yarns could
straighten without cross yarn jamming, the resulting failure zones were considerably
longer, with a mixture of fiber fracture and slippage similar to that observed in long
gauge length tests of free-state yarns. The interaction between yarn properties and
weave geometry had a strong influence on the local disturbance of cloth structure
resulting from isolated yarn failure during fabric tensioning. The extent of such disturbance
permitted estimates of the stress recovery length of the failed yarn and showed
its dependence on cloth tightness and yarn type.