This standard primarily establishes a test method for assessing the abrasion resistance of various textiles, nonwovens, and coated fabrics by evaluating changes in their appearance after surface abrasion, such as color fading, pilling, and other surface effects. This method is particularly suitable for fabrics that are less abrasion-resistant and have a shorter service life. The core instrument for conducting this test is the Martindale abrasion tester (also known as the Martindale flat abrasion tester). Its working principle involves subjecting circular fabric specimens to repeated friction against standard abrasive materials under a specified pressure, following a specific and complex motion trajectory, such as a Lissajous curve. During the test, the abrasion resistance of the fabric can be quantitatively or qualitatively evaluated by observing and recording the changes in the fabric's appearance after different numbers of friction cycles. The technical standards for the relevant instruments are specified in greater detail in Part 1 of this standard series.