A restoring manufacturing process method of Ming Dynasty cloth armor

Abstract

The application discloses a kind of Ming Dynasty cloth armor's recovery manufacturing process method, comprising the following steps: step one, fabric pretreatment;Step two, leaf preparation and heat treatment;Step three, leaf positioning arrangement;Step four, leaf riveting;Step five, inner lining composite;Step six, edge edge and reinforcement;Step seven, identification stamping;Step eight, overall shaping and protection;The shape of the present application is highly restored, strictly follow the Ming Dynasty literature and unearthed object, adopt sleeveless round collar mandarin jacket type, cloth bag iron, armor nail exposed structure, name, size, identification comply with Ming Dynasty "cloth armor" regulation;The present application is standardized, eight steps in whole process, parameter is clear, no ambiguous expression, can be copied, can be popularized, suitable for cultural relics recovery and batch production;The present application is good in protection and durability, armor leaf cold forging + annealing, high strength, good toughness;Double cloth clamping + riveting, impact resistance, penetration resistance;Cloth surface rust prevention, cold protection, sun protection, long service life.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of traditional armor restoration and ancient military attire restoration technology, specifically a restoration and manufacturing process for Ming Dynasty cloth armor. Background Technology

[0002] Cloth armor was the mainstream military attire in the mid-to-late Ming Dynasty. It consisted of cloth as the outer and inner lining, with iron plates and rivets for fastening. It was lightweight, protective, rust-resistant, and cold-resistant, and was widely used in northern border defenses and on battlefields with firearms. Existing reconstructions of Ming Dynasty cloth armor have the following shortcomings: 1. Non-standard design: Many of them use the modern name "cloth armor" instead of following the Ming Dynasty "cloth armor" regulations, resulting in inaccurate structure, size, and armor plate arrangement; 2. Rough workmanship: The shell is fixed by adhesive or simple sewing, which is not strong enough and has poor protective performance; 3. Inconsistent materials: The bag cloth was not made in the style of the Ming Dynasty, the armor plates were not cold-forged and annealed, and the mechanical properties did not meet the standards; 4. Lack of standardized processes: Without a complete process flow, it is difficult to mass-produce replicas and restore artifacts to the highest level. 5. Poor durability: The cloth surface is prone to shrinkage, the armor plates are prone to rust, and the edges are easily damaged, which does not meet the durability requirements of Ming Dynasty cloth armor.

[0003] Existing technologies have not formed standardized restoration processes that conform to the "Guidelines for Factory and Warehouse Works" and the "Collected Statutes of the Ming Dynasty" and unearthed artifacts, and cannot meet the needs of cultural relic restoration, cultural display, and intangible cultural heritage inheritance.

[0004] Based on this, a method for restoring and producing Ming Dynasty cloth armor was designed. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of the above situation and to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, the present invention provides a method for restoring and manufacturing Ming Dynasty cloth armor, which effectively solves the problems raised in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a method for recreating Ming Dynasty cloth armor, comprising the following steps: Step 1: Fabric pretreatment: Select Ming Dynasty style pocket cloth, and after cutting, desizing, flattening and pre-shrinking, make the outer fabric and inner lining. Step 2, Armor Leaf Preparation and Heat Treatment: The armor leaves are formed by stamping low-carbon steel cold-rolled sheet, and then subjected to cold forging strengthening, annealing toughening and rust prevention treatment to obtain armor leaves that conform to the Ming Dynasty regulations. Step 3: Positioning and arranging the armor plates: Based on the density and arrangement rules of the armor plates in the Ming Dynasty, position, mark, and divide the armor plates on the inner side of the outer layer of fabric. Step 4: Riveting and fixing the armor plates: Treat the armor nails with sealing wax and rivet the armor plates to the fabric from the inside out to form a fabric-covered iron structure; Step 5, Inner Lining Composite: Composite the inner lining fabric with the riveted armor body, and fix it with thick thread and tight stitching to form a double-layer fabric sandwiched armor leaf structure; Step Six: Edge Binding and Reinforcement: Bind the edges of the collar, placket, hem, and armholes of the armor, and reinforce key stress areas with double lines; Step 7: Marking and stamping: Paste a light yellow burnished fine cloth or thick silk in the designated position on the back of the tortoise shell, and stamp it with the official seal to complete the marking. Step 8: Overall shaping and protection: The armor is ironed and shaped, and then protected against moisture, rust, and aging to obtain the finished Ming Dynasty cloth armor.

[0007] Preferably, the pocket fabric in step one is a high-density plain weave cotton fabric, which is desized by hot water at 90℃-100℃, naturally dried at room temperature, and rolled flat, with the pre-shrinkage rate controlled within 2%; the outer fabric and the inner lining fabric have the same size, with a seam allowance of 1.5cm-2cm reserved.

[0008] Preferably, the thickness of the axle in step two is 0.8mm-1.2mm, the weight of a single piece is 25g-35g, the axle has holes concentrated at the four corners, and it is annealed at 300℃-350℃, the surface is blackened and rust-proof, and the hardness is HV180-220.

[0009] Preferably, the nails mentioned in step four are brass nails or iron sealing wax nails, which are blackened by fire smoking. After riveting, the nail heads are flat and exposed. Each nail leaf is fixed with 3-4 points, and the riveting force is uniform and consistent, without loosening or damage to the fabric surface.

[0010] Preferably, the inner lining composite in step five uses coarse cotton thread with a stitch length of 8mm-10mm, and is tightly sewn along the edge of the blade to the fabric surface, so that the blade does not shift or warp after sewing.

[0011] Preferably, the edging in step six uses a strip of fabric cut at a 45° angle, with an edging width of 1.2cm-1.5cm. The placket and hem are reinforced with double-stitch backstitching, and the reinforcement density at stress points is no less than 4 stitches per centimeter.

[0012] Preferably, the marking area mentioned in step seven is a circular area with a diameter of 20cm-25cm in the center of the back of the nail, with a light yellow burnished fine cloth tightly sewn around it, and an official seal is stamped across the seam, with the imprint being clear and complete.

[0013] Preferably, the shaping temperature in step eight is 80℃-90℃, the protective treatment uses plant wax applied at room temperature, the fabric is breathable, the leaf blade is rust-proof, and the finished product weight is controlled between 9kg and 11kg.

[0014] Preferably, the Ming Dynasty cloth armor is sleeveless, round-necked, double-breasted, with the armor plates inside, covered by cloth, and the nails exposed, which conforms to the form of cloth armor from the Jiajing to Wanli periods of the Ming Dynasty.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are: 1. The form of this invention is highly restored, strictly following the Ming Dynasty documents and unearthed artifacts. It adopts a sleeveless round-necked front jacket style, cloth-wrapped iron, and exposed nail structure. The name, size, and markings all conform to the Ming Dynasty "cloth armor" regulations. 2. The process of this invention is standardized, with eight steps in the whole process. The parameters are clear and there are no ambiguous descriptions. It can be replicated and promoted, and is suitable for cultural relic restoration and mass production. 3. This invention offers excellent protection and durability. The armor plates are cold-forged and annealed, resulting in high strength and good toughness. The double-layered fabric clamping and riveting fixation provide impact and penetration resistance. The fabric covering offers rust prevention, cold protection, and sun protection, ensuring a long service life. 4. This invention is lightweight and comfortable, with a finished product weight of 9kg-11kg, which is much lighter than traditional lamellar armor. It is flexible to wear and adapts to the combat needs of the firearms era. 5. This invention has the value of intangible cultural heritage, fully restoring the core craftsmanship of Ming Dynasty armor and providing standardized technical support for the inheritance of traditional military culture. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the invention to explain the invention and do not constitute a limitation thereof.

[0017] In the attached diagram: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a process for restoring and manufacturing a Ming Dynasty cloth armor according to the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0019] Depend on Figure 1 This invention relates to a method for recreating Ming Dynasty cloth armor, comprising the following steps: Step 1: Fabric Pretreatment Select high-density plain weave pocket fabric in the style of the Ming Dynasty, and cut it into an outer fabric and an inner lining. Soak the fabric in 95℃ hot water for 30 minutes to remove the sizing, let it air dry naturally, and then roll it flat. Control the pre-shrinkage rate to ≤2%, and ensure that the fabric surface is wrinkle-free and deformation-free. The outer fabric and the inner lining are the same size, and leave a 1.5cm-2cm seam allowance at the collar, placket, hem, and armhole.

[0020] Step 2: Preparation and Heat Treatment of the Acetal Leaf Made of 1.0mm thick low-carbon steel cold-rolled sheet, it is stamped into rectangular shells according to the Ming Dynasty regulations; the size of a single shell is 8cm×10cm, with fixing holes concentrated at the four corners; the shell is strengthened by cold forging and hammering more than 300 times, and annealed and toughened by holding at 320℃ for 60 minutes; the surface is blackened for rust prevention, the hardness is controlled at HV180-220, and the weight of a single piece is 30g±5g.

[0021] Step 3: Positioning and Arranging the Acer Leaf Based on the density of armor plates in Ming Dynasty cloth armor (45-55 plates per square meter), the inner side of the outer layer of cloth is divided into sections and lines; the chest and back areas are fully covered with armor plates, while the shoulder and armpit areas are appropriately less dense; the positioning lines are clear and the spacing is uniform, ensuring that the armor plates do not overlap or have gaps.

[0022] Step 4: Riveting and fixing the axle Brass nails are used, which are blackened by smoking to make sealing wax nails; the nail is placed on the inside of the outer fabric, and the nail passes through the nail hole and the fabric from the inside to the outside, and is fixed by cold riveting with a riveting tool; each nail is fixed at 4 points, the riveting force is uniform, the nail head is flat and exposed, the fabric is undamaged and the nail is not loose.

[0023] Step 5: Liner Composite Cover the inside of the riveted nail body with the inner lining fabric, aligning the edges; use 20-count cotton thread with a stitch length of 9mm to sew tightly along the edge of the nail and the fabric surface; after sewing, the nail is held and fixed by the double-layered fabric, without displacement or warping, and the whole is flat.

[0024] Step Six: Edge Binding and Reinforcement The pocket fabric is made of the same material and is cut at a 45° bias with a width of 1.3cm. The collar, placket, hem and armhole are bound and sewn. The placket, hem and other stress-bearing parts are reinforced with double backstitching, with a reinforcement density of 4 stitches per centimeter, and the edges are firm and without loose threads.

[0025] Step 7: Stamping the logo A circular area with a diameter of 22cm was marked in the center of the back of the armor, and a light yellow burnished fine cloth was pasted on it and tightly sewn around the edges. An official seal was stamped at the seam between the fine cloth and the armor, with the imprint being clear and the position being standardized, in accordance with the military inspection regulations of the Ming Dynasty.

[0026] Step 8: Overall Shaping and Protection The armor is ironed at 85℃ to set its shape, ensuring it is flat and crisp. At room temperature, plant wax is evenly applied to the armor plate area to form a breathable and rust-proof protective film. The finished product weight is controlled at 10kg±1kg, thus completing the production of Ming Dynasty cloth armor.

[0027] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0028] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A method for recreating and manufacturing a Ming Dynasty cloth armor, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: Step 1: Fabric pretreatment: Select Ming Dynasty style pocket cloth, and after cutting, desizing, flattening and pre-shrinking, make the outer fabric and inner lining. Step 2, Armor Leaf Preparation and Heat Treatment: The armor leaves are formed by stamping low-carbon steel cold-rolled sheet, and then subjected to cold forging strengthening, annealing toughening and rust prevention treatment to obtain armor leaves that conform to the Ming Dynasty regulations. Step 3: Positioning and arranging the armor plates: Based on the density and arrangement rules of the armor plates in the Ming Dynasty, position, mark, and divide the armor plates on the inner side of the outer layer of fabric. Step 4: Riveting and fixing the armor plates: Treat the armor nails with sealing wax and rivet the armor plates to the fabric from the inside out to form a fabric-covered iron structure; Step 5, Inner Lining Composite: Composite the inner lining fabric with the riveted armor body, and fix it with thick thread and tight stitching to form a double-layer fabric sandwiched armor leaf structure; Step Six: Edge Binding and Reinforcement: Bind the edges of the collar, placket, hem, and armholes of the armor, and reinforce key stress areas with double lines; Step 7: Marking and stamping: Paste a light yellow burnished fine cloth or thick silk in the designated position on the back of the tortoise shell, and stamp it with the official seal to complete the marking. Step 8: Overall shaping and protection: The armor is ironed and shaped, and then protected against moisture, rust, and aging to obtain the finished Ming Dynasty cloth armor.

2. The method for restoring and manufacturing a Ming Dynasty cloth armor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pocket fabric mentioned in step one is a high-density plain weave cotton fabric, which is desized by hot water at 90℃-100℃, naturally dried at room temperature, and rolled flat, with the pre-shrinkage rate controlled within 2%; the outer fabric and the inner lining fabric have the same size, with a seam allowance of 1.5cm-2cm.

3. The method for restoring and manufacturing a Ming Dynasty cloth armor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thickness of the axle in step two is 0.8mm-1.2mm, the weight of a single piece is 25g-35g, the axle has holes concentrated at the four corners, and it is annealed at 300℃-350℃, the surface is blackened and rust-proof, and the hardness is HV180-220.

4. The method for restoring and manufacturing a Ming Dynasty cloth armor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The nails mentioned in step four are brass nails or iron sealing wax nails, which are blackened by smoking. After riveting, the nail heads are flat and exposed. Each nail leaf is fixed with 3-4 points, and the riveting force is uniform and consistent, with no loosening or damage to the fabric.

5. The method for restoring and manufacturing a Ming Dynasty cloth armor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner lining composite described in step five uses coarse cotton thread with a stitch length of 8mm-10mm, and is tightly sewn along the edge of the blade to the fabric surface. After sewing, the blade does not shift or warp.

6. The method for restoring and manufacturing a Ming Dynasty cloth armor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The binding described in step six uses a strip of fabric of the same material cut at a 45° bias, with a binding width of 1.2cm-1.5cm. The placket and hem are reinforced with double-stitch backstitching, and the reinforcement density at stress points is no less than 4 stitches per centimeter.

7. The method for restoring and manufacturing a Ming Dynasty cloth armor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The marking area mentioned in step seven is a circular area with a diameter of 20cm-25cm in the center of the back of the nail. It is covered with a light yellow burnished fine cloth with dense stitching around the edges, and an official seal is stamped across the stitching. The imprint is clear and complete.

8. The method for restoring and manufacturing a Ming Dynasty cloth armor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shaping temperature described in step eight is 80℃-90℃. The protective treatment uses plant wax applied at room temperature. The fabric is breathable, the blades are rust-proof, and the finished product weight is controlled between 9kg and 11kg.

9. A method for reconstructing and manufacturing a Ming Dynasty cloth armor according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that: The Ming Dynasty cloth armor is sleeveless, round-necked, double-breasted, and styled like a mandarin jacket. The armor plates are inside, covered with cloth, and the nails are exposed, which conforms to the style of cloth armor from the Jiajing to Wanli periods of the Ming Dynasty.

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