Denim washing equalizer and digital editing system thereof

Abstract

A denim washing equalizer comprises: a user interface for receiving an editing command from a user; the data input port is used for receiving input data of the fabric; the data output port is used for outputting the output data of the fabric; and a synchronization model for generating output data of the fabric based on the editing command; wherein the output data is configured to form a fabric visual effect that matches the edit command. The synchronous model allows predictive modeling of the denim fabric laundry process. In this way, the laundry process manufacturing method can be synchronized with the visual digital model of the fabric, and therefore the consistency, efficiency and quality of final products can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to digital information processing, and more particularly to a denim washing equalizer and its digital editing system. Background Art

[0002] Denim, also known as denim fabric or jeans fabric, is a strong and durable textile made of cotton fibers. Denim is famous for its distinctive texture and unique appearance, and is widely used in the production of jeans and other casual clothing.

[0003] Traditionally, denim is famous for its deep blue hue, which is usually achieved by using indigo dye. This special dyeing process gives denim the characteristic of fading over time and with wear, thus adding a unique charm to denim.

[0004] In the actual use and design of denim fabrics, various laundry processes are often adopted to achieve specific aesthetic effects and styles to meet different design requirements.

[0005] For example, a specific enzyme solution can be used to treat the fabric to form slight wrinkles and achieve a softening effect (referred to as "enzyme wash"). Another technique involves using stones or similar materials in a washing machine to wash the denim fabric to create a worn look (referred to as "stone wash"). Additionally, bleaching agents or chemical treatments can be used to create a brightening or fading effect on the denim fabric.

[0006] However, these washing processes require physical treatment of the materials to determine the true visual effects and extent of the laundry process. Therefore, this brings several disadvantages to the production and manufacturing of apparel fabrics. For example, this leads to the need for excessive design samples and increases the possibility of human error during manual adjustment. Summary of the Invention

[0007] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a denim washing equalizer. The denim washing equalizer includes: a user interface for receiving an editing command from a user; a data input port for receiving input data of the fabric; a data output port for outputting output data of the fabric; and a synchronization model for generating the output data of the fabric based on the editing command; wherein the output data is configured to form a visual effect of the fabric matching the editing command.

[0008] Optionally, the user interface comprises a plurality of adjustable sliders, each of the plurality of adjustable sliders being configured to adjust a parameter of at least one washing process.

[0009] Optionally, the washing process includes an enzyme washing process, and the slider includes an enzyme washing slider, and the enzyme washing slider is configured to change the intensity of the enzyme washing process by moving the enzyme washing slider.

[0010] Optionally, the washing process comprises a stonewashing process, and the slider comprises a stonewashing slider, and the stonewashing slider is configured to change the intensity of the stonewashing process by moving the stonewashing slider.

[0011] Optionally, the washing process includes a bleaching process, and the slider includes a bleaching slider configured to change the intensity of the bleaching process by moving the bleaching slider.

[0012] Optionally, the washing process includes a dyeing process, and the slider includes a coloring slider, and the coloring slider is configured to change the intensity of the dyeing process by moving the coloring slider.

[0013] Optionally, the sliders further include at least one intensity slider configured to change the overall intensity of the washing process by moving the intensity slider.

[0014] Optionally, the input data is three-dimensional data information obtained by scanning denim fabric.

[0015] Optionally, the output data is a visualized denim fabric image having a visual effect corresponding to the editing command.

[0016] In a second aspect, the present invention also provides a digital editing system, comprising: at least one three-dimensional (3D) device configured to capture 3D data information of denim fabric and visualize the 3D data information of the denim fabric; and the denim wash equalizer described above, configured to edit the 3D data information based on the received editing command.

[0017] At least one advantageous aspect of the present invention is that the integration of artificial intelligence learning algorithms by the synchronization model allows predictive modeling of the denim fabric laundry process. This enables the laundry process recipe to be synchronized with the visual digital model of the fabric, thereby helping to improve the consistency, efficiency and quality of the final product. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] One or more embodiments will be described by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings, which are not intended to limit the embodiments. Unless otherwise specified, elements with the same reference numerals in the drawings represent similar components. The drawings are not drawn to scale.

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing a user interface of an equalizer according to an embodiment.

[0020] Figure 2 A schematic diagram showing the color change of denim fabric after enzyme washing treatment and bleaching treatment of different intensities.

[0021] Figure 3 A schematic diagram showing 3D data of denim fabric.

[0022] Figure 4 A schematic diagram showing a digital editing system according to an embodiment.

[0023] Figure 5 A schematic diagram showing a digital editing system according to another embodiment.

[0024] Figure 6 A schematic diagram showing an equalizer according to an embodiment. Detailed description of specific embodiments

[0025] To facilitate a better understanding of the present application, more detailed descriptions will be provided below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that when an element is described as "fixed to" another element, the element may be directly located on the other element, or there may be one or more intermediate elements between the element and the other element. When an element is described as "connected" to another element, the element may be directly connected to the other element, or there may be one or more intermediate elements between the element and the other element. Position terms such as "above", "below", "inside", "outside", "vertical", "horizontal", etc. used in this specification are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the drawings to achieve the purpose of explaining and simplifying the present application, and should not be regarded as limiting the device or element to a specific orientation, configuration or operation. Therefore, these terms should not be construed as limiting the present application.

[0026] In addition, terms such as "first" and "second" are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Terms such as "comprising" or "including" imply the presence of the elements or objects listed before the term and do not exclude other elements or objects. The terms "connected" or "coupled" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections and may also include direct or indirect electrical connections. Unless otherwise defined, features such as "parallel", "perpendicular", and "identical" used in the embodiments of the present application include the strict cases of "parallel", "perpendicular", "identical", as well as cases with a certain margin range, such as "substantially parallel", "substantially perpendicular", "substantially identical". For example, the term "substantially" may indicate a difference within 10% or within 5% of the average value of the objects being compared. When the number of components or elements is not specifically indicated in the subsequent description of the embodiments of the present application, this means that the components or elements may be one or more or may be at least one. "At least one" means one or more, and "a plurality" means at least two.

[0027] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this specification have the same meaning as understood by those skilled in the art to which this application belongs. The terms used in this specification are for the purpose of describing specific embodiments only and are not intended to limit this application. The term "and / or" used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0028] In addition, the technical features described in different embodiments of the present application can be combined with each other as long as the technical features do not conflict. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present application, rather than all of them. All other embodiments that can be obtained by those skilled in the art based on the described embodiments of the present application without creative work are within the protection scope of the present application.

[0029] The embodiments of the present application provide a digital platform, which is called "denim washing equalizer". The denim washing equalizer ensures the consistency between the digital design process and the physical production process of clothing (washing). The digital platform enables the two processes to be closely integrated, so as to ensure that the final physical product accurately represents the original digital design.

[0030] The denim washing equalizer provides a user-friendly interface. For example, users such as designers can adjust specific visual effects of the fabric through the slider in the user interface to achieve the desired results in terms of hue, brightness, and other visual aspects.

[0031] After receiving user edits, the Denim Wash Equalizer can automatically calculate the chemical and energy decomposition of the washing process using built-in algorithms or artificial intelligence models to predict and present the corresponding visual effects of the fabric. The artificial intelligence model bridges digital and physical technologies to record and learn the mapping relationship between the washing process recipe and its corresponding effect, so that the fabric simulator can predict the visual effect.

[0032] Thus, the entire process is visualized through the denim wash equalizer without the need for physical samples, reducing waste and production costs and bridging the gap between digital wash design and physical wash treatment in large-scale production.

[0033] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a user interface according to an embodiment is shown. In order to fully explain the actual use process of this application, combined with Figure 1 The following detailed explanation is provided.

[0034] The user interface may include a plurality of different sliders for adjusting and controlling various parameters of the laundry process.

[0035] like Figure 1 As shown in , the aforementioned sliders may include: an enzyme washing slider 110 , a stone washing slider 120 , a bleaching slider 130 , a coloring slider 140 and an intensity slider 150 .

[0036] The enzyme washing slider 110 is configured to change the intensity of the enzyme washing process by moving the position of the slider. Specifically, the enzyme washing process involves using enzymes to form a soft effect, a comfortable effect, a gloss effect, and a fading effect on denim fabrics. The surface cellulose fibers of the denim fabric are decomposed by the enzymes and removed during the washing process. During the enzyme washing, a certain amount of indigo dye and cellulose fibers are removed from the surface of the fabric.

[0037] In an embodiment, the higher the percentage of enzyme wash slider 110, the lighter the hue becomes and the more dominant the surface characteristics become.

[0038] The stonewash slider 120 is configured to change the intensity of the stonewashing process by moving the position of the slider. Specifically, stonewashing denim fabrics gives the garments a "second-hand" or "vintage" look. This is due to the different levels of wear on the garments. Traditionally, stonewashing denim garments is performed using pumice stones to achieve a soft feel and desired look.

[0039] In an embodiment, the higher the percentage of stonewashed sliders 120, the lighter the tone becomes, the more dominant the surface features become, and the high and low wear become visually increased.

[0040] The bleaching slider 130 is configured to change the intensity of the bleaching process by moving the position of the slider. Specifically, denim bleaching is a method of removing indigo from denim, which involves adding re-oxidizing bleaching agents such as sodium hypochlorite (NaClO) or potassium permanganate (KMnO4) with or without stones during the laundry process. Depending on the strength, temperature, and treatment period of the bleaching solution, the resulting color change is usually more pronounced.

[0041] In embodiments, the higher the percentage of the bleaching slider 130, the faster the hue will fade, the overall color will be more visually bright, and the high and low wear will increase visually.

[0042] The coloring slider 140 is configured to change the intensity of the dyeing process by moving the position of the slider. Specifically, denim clothing is usually colored after the stone washing process. In this procedure, the clothing is slightly colored to give a slight change in the final denim appearance. This is not a true over-dyeing, but only gives the impression that the overall color of the fabric has changed.

[0043] In embodiments, the higher the percentage of the hue slider 140, the stronger the hue will be.

[0044] The intensity slider 150 is configured to change the overall intensity of the laundry process by moving the position of the slider. Specifically, the intensity slider 150 combines all the sliders together and locks all the sliders for a one-time movement. The higher the percentage of the intensity slider 150, the greater the visual effect of the characteristics of the jeans and the movement of fading.

[0045] In some embodiments, "indigo" is a popular color in the textile industry, and many fabrics are dyed with indigo to achieve deep and rich blue shades. Depending on the desired style, sometimes it is necessary to manipulate the color of indigo fabrics through one or more laundry processes such as enzyme washing or adding bleach to form a faded or worn look or the correct color change.

[0046] In traditional methods, achieving the desired color manipulation requires a lot of time and labor material costs. However, the denim washing equalizer according to the embodiments allows mimicking the enzyme washing process to form a faded look while maintaining the same chromaticity as the original fabric. This process can be repeated multiple times until the desired color treatment level is reached.

[0047] In addition, the denim washing equalizer can also simulate the effect of bleach on indigo shades and use specific algorithms to reflect these increments. For example, the denim washing equalizer can visually represent the color change increments caused by bleaching to obtain a consistent and predictable final color. This ensures that the final color remains within the desired range while maintaining the quality and integrity of the fabric.

[0048] For example, as Figure 2 shown, after treatment with enzyme washing processes and / or bleaching processes of different intensities, the denim washing equalizer can provide corresponding visual appearance colors of the denim fabric. These visual appearance colors exist in the form of digital information and can be presented to users such as designers through a display device.

[0049] Therefore, based on the intensities of various processes set by the user in the Figure 1 interactive interface shown, the corresponding visual effects of the denim fabric can be displayed for the user through Figure 2 or a similar visual appearance color mapping table.

[0050] Specifically, the input data can be three-dimensional data information obtained by scanning the denim fabric. As Figure 3 shown, the three-dimensional data can be a texture stack composed of "base color", "normal", "height", and "roughness". The texture stack can be obtained according to the material scans present in the 3D image data file and allows extraction or manipulation of various physical qualities during rendering.

[0051] Based on the digital equalizer according to the above embodiments, the present application also provides a digital editing system for denim. The digital editing system integrates the aforementioned equalizer with a three-dimensional (3D) device, enabling it to be combined with the actual denim fabric production process. This ensures that the use of the laundry process is synchronized with the color and tone of the denim fabric displayed on the screen, thus ensuring that the final physical product matches the digital design. Specifically, the 3D device can be any suitable 3D software.

[0052] Figure 4 shows a schematic diagram of a digital editing system according to an embodiment, while Figure 5 shows a schematic diagram of a digital editing system according to another embodiment.

[0053] As Figure 4 shown, at the beginning, data information can be provided to the equalizer 10. After being edited by the equalizer 10, the data information can be further provided to the 3D device 20 for intuitive presentation or guidance in the actual production process.

[0054] As Figure 5 shown, at the beginning, data information can also be provided to the 3D device 20. After being adjusted by the 3D device 20, the data information can be transmitted to the denim washing equalizer 10 for editing. The edited data can be further provided back to the 3D device 20.

[0055] In Figure 6In the embodiment shown, the data input port and the output port of the equalizer 10 can be respectively labeled as 11 and 12. The synchronization model labeled as 13 is internally configured to achieve synchronization between visual changes and editing instructions. The number of ports can be determined according to the actual situation.

[0056] In an embodiment, the foregoing data information can be downloaded three-dimensional data information, or can be obtained through a specific three-dimensional data collection chip. In addition, the data information also includes data on denim fabrics from other simulation software. These data information can be obtained as part of the previous process before the laundry process, or obtained after the design that forms the data information.

[0057] In summary, the digital equalizer bridges the gap between digital information and the physical denim fabric laundry process. By synchronizing the laundry method with the digital image on the screen, it ensures that the desired color and effect are obtained during the physical laundry process. Therefore, the digital equalizer brings higher efficiency and sustainability advantages to the textile industry, thus achieving the expected effect.

[0058] The digital equalizer can adopt the chromaticity of indigo fabric and manipulate the color to match the fading tone achieved by enzyme washing in the washing process. In addition, the digital equalizer can synchronize the damaged effect with the digital image on the screen, thus ensuring the desired level of wear and holes during the physical laundry process. Additionally, the digital equalizer can simulate the impact of bleaching on indigo shades and use algorithms to calculate and reflect these increments.

[0059] The digital configuration data can create a washing formula reflected by visual marks for approval on the screen. Then the software in the digital equalizer synchronizes the digital data to make the digital data the same as the information required for actually making jeans in factories anywhere in the world.

[0060] The above content provides further detailed explanations in combination with specific / preferred embodiments, but it should not be considered that the specific embodiments of this application are limited to these explanations. Those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements within the scope of this application without departing from the spirit of this application.

Claims

1. A denim washing equalizer, comprising: A user interface for receiving editing commands from a user; A data input port for receiving input data of the fabric; A data output port for outputting the output data of the fabric; And A synchronization model for generating the output data of the fabric based on the editing command; Wherein the output data is configured to form a visual effect of the fabric matching the editing command.

2. The denim washing equalizer according to claim 1, wherein the user interface includes a plurality of adjustable sliders, and each of the plurality of adjustable sliders is configured to adjust parameters of at least one washing process.

3. The denim washing equalizer according to claim 2, wherein the at least one washing process includes an enzyme washing process, and the slider includes an enzyme washing slider configured to change the intensity of the enzyme washing process by moving the enzyme washing slider.

4. The denim washing equalizer according to claim 2, wherein the at least one washing process includes a stone washing process, and the slider includes a stone washing slider configured to change the intensity of the stone washing process by moving the stone washing slider.

5. The denim washing equalizer according to claim 2, wherein the at least one washing process includes a bleaching process, and the slider includes a bleaching slider configured to change the intensity of the bleaching process by moving the bleaching slider.

6. The denim washing equalizer according to claim 2, wherein the at least one washing process includes a dyeing process, and the slider includes a coloring slider configured to change the intensity of the dyeing process by moving the coloring slider.

7. The denim washing equalizer according to claim 2, wherein the slider further includes at least one intensity slider configured to change the overall intensity of the at least one washing process by moving the at least one intensity slider.

8. The denim washing equalizer according to claim 1, wherein the input data is three-dimensional data information obtained by scanning the fabric.

9. The denim washing equalizer according to claim 1, wherein the output data is a visualized denim fabric image having a visual effect corresponding to the editing command.

10. A digital editing system, comprising: At least one three-dimensional device configured to capture three-dimensional data information of a denim fabric and visualize the three-dimensional data information of the denim fabric; And The denim washing equalizer according to claim 1, configured to edit the three-dimensional data information based on the received editing command.

11. The digital editing system according to claim 10, wherein the denim washing equalizer is further configured to store at least one edited three-dimensional data information for visual rendering of the editing command.

12. The digital editing system according to claim 10, wherein the denim washing balancer is further configured to generate digital configuration data for creating a washing recipe reflected by visual markers for approval on a screen.

13. The digital editing system according to claim 12, wherein the denim washing balancer is further configured to synchronize the digital configuration data such that the digital configuration data is the same as the information required for actually manufacturing jeans in factories anywhere in the world.

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