Abstract
Abstract3D-knits are typically produced on flat knitting or special circular knitting machines in a time-consuming process. The utilisation of a sewing-like pattern opens up the potential of a 10–50 times faster production on common large circular knitting machines as compared to conventional flat knitting machines. Since common large circular knitting machines are not designed for this technology, the limitations and the stability of process conditions have been rarely studied. To further proof the feasibility and increase technological maturity, agile product development is conducted. As a concept product, a sports bra with customised cups is developed and demonstrated, which is knitted in a single step in approx. 5 min using the sewing-like pattern on a large circular knitting machine. The agile process is utilised to build process knowledge, develop a methodology for product design and to defined a descriptive process terminology. In order to further accelerate and digitize the production process, an algorithm is developed and implemented to convert CAD-data into machine readable knitting structures. The paper presents the basics of the 3D-Knit one large circular knitting machines and a defined terminology. Furthermore, process knowledge is built up and from this a sequence of development steps is derived. The development of a 3D-knitted sports bra is presented as a proof of concept of the technology. Further, the first steps for digitalising the product development process are given. The results open up application possibilities in sportswear, upholstery and aerospace with increased productivity and hence cost reduction.
Funder
Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Technologie
Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung
RWTH Aachen University
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
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