An ongoing area of interest in how 3D printing technologies might be applied to knitwear design, seeking new possibilities for structure, flexibility, and aesthetic expression. Exploring how digital fabrication could engage with traditional textile thinking.
How can parametric design optimize lattice structures for both aesthetic and functional performance?
What is the relationship between digital design parameters and physical garment behavior?
How can 3D printing enhance the expressive potential of knitwear?
Parametric modeling using Grasshopper, iterative prototyping with SLS 3D printing, body testing and movement analysis, comparative material studies.
This research directly informs the development of responsive wearable systems that adapt to body movement. It challenges conventional approaches to knitwear by introducing computational design into textile processes.
Future directions include investigating multi-material printing for enhanced sensory properties, developing real-time responsive systems that adapt to environmental conditions, and exploring the integration of embedded technology.