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One New Anthropometrical Method for Body Measurement in Motion
Published in Stefan Trzcieliński, Waldemar Karwowski, Advances in Ergonomics in Manufacturing, 2012
Many anthropometric methods have been developed over the years. Among these methods, manual tape measurement method is the traditional approach for static state measurement taking. It is also an effective method to collect body measurements when people make different body postures (Liu & Kennon, 2006). Linear body measurements, such as the circumferences of the human body, can be obtained by this method based on identified anatomical landmarks on the body skin surface. In recent years, 3D body scanning technique has been used widely in clothing product development, because of its advantages of efficiency, contactless and availability of body and shape information (Mickinnon & Istook, C., 2001, Loker et al, 2005). In 3D body scanning, normal or laser light reflection is utilized to capture data points from the body surface (Istook & Hwang, 2001). A 3D point cloud with points recorded in x, y and z coordinates is obtained from the scanning process. Many important information can be generated by processing, filtering and compressing raw data from the scan. Basically, critical anthropometric measurements can be extracted in the 3D body scanning system, which include linear circumferences of the human body and non-linear data, such as volume and cross section areas of the human body (Liu & Kennon, 2006).
Use of CAD and CAM and Its Recent Developments in Textiles
Published in Asis Patnaik, Sweta Patnaik, Fibres to Smart Textiles, 2019
Ashvani Goyal, Anil Kumar Yadav
Pantano and Naccarato (2010) explored the importance of advanced technologies and outlined their influences on consumers’ experience and satisfaction in the retail environment. The development of 3D body scanning technology allows for the quick and consistent extraction of body measurements and can generate customized fit for any number of customers.
Using 3D body scanning to measure compression variations in a seamless knitted sports bra
Published in International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education, 2020
Since the 1990s, numerical-analysis methods such as particle model and finite element method, have been used to investigate the use of body curvature and bi-axial tension of the knitted fabrics to calculate predicted garment compression. However, in order to capture body curvature, use of 3D body scanning techniques has become quite regular, with established accuracy and data reliability (Istook & Hwang, 2001). Lee and Hong (2013) investigated the use of printed circumference grids on clothing surface as an indirect method to evaluate clothing pressure. They analysed the tensile stress and the curvature data extracted from the 3D deformation of the grids, and their method gave comparable results to the air-pack pressure sensors. Liu et al. (2019) found a direct correlation between the cross-sectional curvatures of the lower body extremities and the pressure magnitudes and distributions created by wearing compression garments, by combining PicoPress sensors, 3D body scanning and tensile testing of stretch fabrics. However, the applicability of prediction models to compression sports bras is limited by the fact that sports bra design involves the use of much more than one type of material, often in layers, and the breast curvature and deformation from compression is more complicated than that of lower limbs.
Exploring apparel design and fit for older women: a technology intervention
Published in International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education, 2019
Youngji Lee, Chanmi Hwang, Fatma Baytar
Technology is rapidly advancing in the apparel industry. Some major fashion retailers (e.g. Kohl’s, Target, JCPenney) have been using 3D body scanning technology to improve apparel fit (Lee & Park, 2017). Through the use of emerging technologies, fashion designers are able to develop well-fitting garments using accurate measurements on consumers’ bodies (Apeagyei, 2010; Choi & Ashdown, 2011; Lee & Park, 2017; Park, Nam, & Choi, 2015). Thus, such technologies have positive impacts on and aid the improvement of apparel fit. In addition to 3D body scanning technology, CAD technologies such as 2D/3D CAD patternmaking, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and digital textile printing have been used to develop new and creative designs for well-fitting, engineered garments (Bowles & Issac, 2012; Loker, Ashdown, & Carnrite, 2008; Makryniotis, 2015).
Online sizing: examining True Fit® technology using adapted TAM model
Published in International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education, 2021
Sanjukta Pookulangara, Jacqueline Parr, Tammy Kinley, Bharath M. Josiam
3D body scanning is being used in combination with fashion and e-commerce to create a virtual experience for consumers. Hewlett Packard uses an avatar platform called CeBit®, which uses the same technology as the movies to create a 3-D photo booth experience (Padelford, 2017). This image can then be customised by the individual consumer with hair, skin tone, and eye colour and connects with social media and past purchases so that the images can be shared among repeat online shopping trips.