Application area of Computer Technology in Apparel Manufacturing
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This document discusses the application of computers in apparel manufacturing. It covers: 1. Major applications of computers in the textile industry including research and development, production planning, quality control, and more. 2. The purposes of applying computers in textiles which are to understand computer systems in textile processing, learn programming and software tools, and apply computer knowledge to textile processes. 3. The scope of computer-based technology for textile applications includes CAD for design, CAM for manufacturing, CIM for integrated manufacturing, CAE for engineering, and CAT for testing. E-textiles that integrate electronics into fabrics are also discussed.
![Scope of Computer Based Technology for Textile Application:
Just as in many other textile industries, computer based technology in
textile application may be divided into many branches and sub-branches
in terms of its applications. Generally there are three terms that are
frequently used:
[1] CAD (Computer Aided Design)
[2] CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing)
[3] CIM (Computer Integrated Manufacturing)
Furthermore,
[4] CAT (Computer Aided Testing)
[5] CAE (Computer Aided Engineering); is also used.](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/l-1-190707100847/85/Application-area-of-Computer-Technology-in-Apparel-Manufacturing-4-320.jpg)
Application area of Computer Technology in Apparel Manufacturing
- 1. Application of Computers in Apparel Manufacturing Aiasha Siddiqua Lecturer Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology Email- aiashasiddiqua2852@gmail.com aiashasiddiqua.te@aust.edu
- 2. Computer application in different sectors of textile technology: Computer application in textile is very widespread and integrated in all phases of textile engineering. Major applications of computer in textile are point out below: 1. Research and development of materials and textile process 2. Computer aided textile production and process control 3. Production planning 4. Process control 5. Quality control 6. Inventory control 7. Analysis of engineering data 8. Solution of engineering problems 9. Management decision process 10.Development of teaching tools like lab software 11.Textile machine manufacturing 12.Automation of textile machines, equipment's and processes
- 3. Purposes of application of computer in textile (ACT): In the light of the above discussion, the aims and objectives of ACT can be summarized as follows: 1. Know the areas of computer application in textile industry and understand how to work with computer systems in textile processing and new product development. 2. Learn computer fundamentals and programming languages and necessary tools. 3. Learn how to apply computer knowledge such as programming in textile processes. 4. Learn visual programming languages tools to develop user friendly programs and software. 5. Learn Microsoft office spreadsheet tool such as Excel for consumption, calculations and presentation of results as graphs, charts etc. 6. Learn basic of Database Management System such as Mysql, Oracle including MS Access and learn how to connect databases from applications. 7. Use of commercial and open source software for fiber technology, spinning, weaving, knitting, coloration technology and textile testing. 8. Use of different statistical methods to analyze engineering data. 9. Use of different mathematical techniques to solve engineering problems and use of mathematical packages like MATLAB. 10. Use of computer in textile materials and inspection techniques to get some idea on hardware such as computer interfacing systems and micro-controllers used in textile machineries.
- 4. Scope of Computer Based Technology for Textile Application: Just as in many other textile industries, computer based technology in textile application may be divided into many branches and sub-branches in terms of its applications. Generally there are three terms that are frequently used: [1] CAD (Computer Aided Design) [2] CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) [3] CIM (Computer Integrated Manufacturing) Furthermore, [4] CAT (Computer Aided Testing) [5] CAE (Computer Aided Engineering); is also used.
- 5. CAD (Computer Aided Design): CAD has become particularly important for textiles and apparel design. It has been widely used in the design of yarns, fabric and garments. CAD technology enables the textile designers to develop and demonstrate samples on the computer screen and to simulate the appearance of textile products without wasting materials and manufacturing process. The development of CAD technology over the past decades has the advantages of lower product development costs and greatly shortened design cycle with increased creative variation. These achievements have encouraged and simplified garments and textile manufacturing, material utilization, easier customization and mass production. 3D CAD software for clothing industry 1. Modaris 3D Fit from Lectra, 2. Virtual fashion from Reyes Infografica, 3. Vidya from Assyst-Bullmer, 4. Accumark Vstitcher from Gerber, 5. 3D Runway from Optitex 2D CAD software for clothing industry 1. GRAFIS from Software Dr. K. Fridrich (Developed by Germany) 2. TUKACAD from Tukatech (Developed by USA), 3. Fashion CAD from CAD CAM Solutions (Developed by Australia), 4. Modaris from Lectra (Developed by France), 5. Accumark from Gerber Technology (Developed by USA).
- 6. Classification of 3D CAD System Used in Apparel Industry: 1. Combined Techniques, 2. 3D modeling and 2D pattern unwrapping, 3. Digital draping, 4. 3D simulation of 2D patterns, 5. 2D sketch-based 3D simulation, 6. Reactive 2D/3D design technique.
- 7. CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) CAM can be defined as the computer technology used for controlling textile manufacturing process. Computer based textile machines are used to support spinning, weaving, knitting, printing or finishing processes through programmable controllers, industrial computers, data gateways, cell controllers, data acquisition, batch controllers and drive master controllers. CAM is one of the key parts of CIM system. For example- PRODUCTS: SOFTWARE AccuMark AccuMark Made-to-Measure AccuNest ComposiNest YuniquePLM YuniquePLM Consulting YuniquePLM FS OMEGA CUTTERS GERBERcutters Gerber MCT Cutter enVision GS Plus Series DIGITIZERS & PLOTTERS GERBERdigitizers GERBERplotters SPREADERS GERBERspreaders PRINTER GERBER EDGE FX SIGN & GRAPHICS MATERIAL GerberColor Foils Cast Premium Vinyl ImagePerfect Large Format SERVICE & SUPPLIES
- 8. Example of CAM use in Apparel Industry
- 9. CIM (Computer Integrated Manufacturing): CIM is the manufacturing approach of using computers to control the entire production process, typically relying on closed loop control processes and based on real time input of from sensors. This allows individual processes to exchange information with each other and to in initiate actions including planning, management and production. The final target of CIM is mainly to provide a digital platform of process control and information communication for textile design, manufacturing, testing, quality control and final product marketing/ retailing. Through CIM, manufacturing can be faster and less error prone; as well as easy to manage. Example: ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning).
- 10. CAE (Computer Aided Engineering): CAE is related to CIM, which is generally a term including all the engineering work based on computer equipment and technology used for the modernization of the textile industry. Example: Abaqus software.
- 11. CAT (Computer Aided Testing): CAT provides a digital and automatic solution for quality testing, evaluation and control of textile processing and products by using computer related testing techniques, such as computer vision and artificial intelligence. In the textile industry, testing traditionally relies on heavily subjective estimation without objective testing instruments. CAT technology and methods have been used to replace these traditional subjective evaluation methods. Example: TITAN Universal Strength Tester. Fig: TITAN Universal Strength Tester
- 12. Other Applications: Textile products can also be components of electrical devices and sensors used for data acquisition and information media, and could be developed as intelligent sensing, monitoring and control units worn on the human body. We call these “E-Textiles”. For example, the development of wearable computers is one typical application, which integrates textiles and computer technologies into one wearable and controllable device embedded in different functional garments. A practical example is the wearable displays. Musical Jacket
- 13. Other Applications: E-textiles constitute a new direction for computer based technology which has undergone rapid development in recent years. The integration and embedding of electronic sensors and controlling units can offer clothes higher level of functionality than common garments. It can provide information exchange between wearer and monitoring system. Thus an E-Textile solution can establish a wearable computational liked system and wearable electronic textiles can be worn in everyday situations. Computer and textile products will be merged seamlessly in the future. Thus digital technology for textiles is broad in its scope. It refers to the utilization of computer hardware, software, networking, robotics, wearable sensing, monitoring and controlling technology directly or indirectly for textiles.
- 14. Example of E-Textile System for remote, continuous monitoring of physiological and movement data Embedded sensors provide one with the capability of recording electrocardiography data(ECG) Using different electrode configurations as well as electromyograhic (EMG) data. Additional sensors allow one to record thoracic and abdominal signals associated with respiration and movement data relate to stretching of the garment with shoulder movements(Courtesy of Smartex., Italy)
- 15. Matrix Diagram of scope area of Digital Technology for Textiles and Apparel Fig: Scope of digital technology for textiles and apparel
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