System and Method for Creating Custom-Fit Apparel Designs

Abstract

An automated system for the production of a personalized custom-fit garment comprises a scanner for obtaining a three-dimensional model of a customer's body shape; a computer having non-transitory computer algorithms for scaling a digital design to the customer's body shape, customizing the digital pattern with the customer's fit and style preferences, and visualizing the drape and fit of the garment; a database comprising a set of digital design patterns; and an automated garment manufacturing system networked to a central controller. A method for creating a personalized custom-fit garment comprises obtaining three-dimensional body measurements of a customer, having the customer select and customize a particular garment design, and manufacturing the personalized garment using an automated manufacturing process. The system and method can be used to prepare any kind of garments without substantive manual intervention or touch labor.

Description

[0001]This application claims the priority benefit of U.S. provisional patent applications serial nos. 61 / 792,506 and 61 / 792,743, both filed on Mar. 15, 2013, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.[0002]This application also incorporates by reference in its entirety Applicants' U.S. non-provisional patent application entitled “System and Method for Automated Manufacturing of Custom Apparel”, filed on even date and having the same inventors as the instant application.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Ready-to-wear apparel is typically manufactured in factories which produce large numbers of garments at a time. Bolts of fabric, typically laid out many layers at a time, are cut into pattern pieces, which are then sewn together in an assembly line fashion to produce garments. Although the garments are cut and sewn with the assistance of machines, the process is nevertheless labor-intensive, and includes manual movement of patterns, sewn garments, an...

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Benefits of technology

The patent text describes a method for creating digital garment designs that can be quickly visualized and adjusted by customers. This allows for faster delivery times than traditional manufacturing methods and reduces the barrier for amateur designers to participate in the market. The technology empowers customers to see themselves wearing the desired design and make changes to the fabric draping and fit. Overall, the invention simplifies the garment design process and makes it easier for customers to customize their own clothes.

Problems solved by technology

When manufacturing certain kinds of garments, there may be particular steps which cannot be readily automated, for example, due to the nature of the manufacturing process or when using delicate materials / components.

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