Computer Aided Design

CAD:

• allows for better communication regarding designs
• used for creating designs for preparing pattern and cuttin instructions
• can scan images of designs to adapt them
• can create knit, print and woven fabrics which can be virtually placed on designs
• recent technology allows for 3D creation of virtual products
• CAD modelling enables 2D designs to be tested and modified to suit the designer or client
• 3D ideas can be simulated on screen and presented to the client who can choose a sample they like
• saves time and cost
• speeds up the overally design cycle
• frees up time
• creates and modifies patterned motifs
• can produce multiple views and repeat of undo changes
• re-colour and modify existing products
• create a range of colourways and matching colour palettes
• sketch at any scale using lines and curves
• can store designs
• virtual catwalk shows

CAM MANUFACTURE:

Cutting machines - CAM machines cut out fabrics following a CAD lay plan which can cut through several layers at a time at very high speed, beforehand it automatically spreads out the fabrics in layers
Sewing machine - very strong industrial machines works at high speeds, CAM machines are used to carry out specific tasks like making buttonholes…