Abstract
In this study, a feedforward backpropagation artificial neural network (ANN) software was developed and it was tested with two different fabric group. While the former was consisted of 29 cotton samples produced under different conditions, the latter was consisted of 49 polyester samples produced under the same conditions. Each group is divided into training and control groups. The result values of the control groups produced by the trained neural network were obtained. The results of the linear regression for both groups with the same method were also obtained. While the fabric weight, thickness, warp and weft tensile strength for the cotton samples are being examined, the air and water permeability values for the polyester samples were examined. Artificial neural network values for all samples showed better fit than linear regression values. ANN and linear regression results were produced closer results for the polyester samples produced under controlled conditions. While ANN results on cotton samples produced under uncontrolled conditions showed good agreement, the fit of the linear regression results deteriorated. This study was supported by the BAP unit of Uşak University.