New product development in knitted textiles
S. Evans-Miellis, A.U.T.University, NewZealand
Abstract:
This chapter focuses on the use of electronic flat bed knitting machinery. It discusses new developments in knitwear production and design capabilities, the quest to address issues of environmental responsibility through the use of seamless knitting technology and the potential for a change of approach to the design of knitted products.
Key words
seamless knitwear
Wholegarment
computer aided design (CAD) for knitwear
virtual textile design
digital printing for knitwear
4.1 Introduction
The design of knitted products for the fashion market is a complex process, designers and manufacturers must respond rapidly to the changing needs ...
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