Posted @withregram • @sustfashcoe Knit One, Purl 1000: Meet the Shima Seiki WHOLEGARMENT Knitting Machine 🧶✨
Imagine a 3D printer, but for textiles – that’s the Shima Seiki WHOLEGARMENT knit machine! Better yet, ours is the first of its kind to be installed in a university setting anywhere in the world. 🌏
This machine creates entire knitted garments in a single piece, eliminating the need for separate panels and reducing waste. From complex designs to sustainable fashion, it’s set to revolutionise knitwear production. 🌱
Excited to explore this innovation? Stay tuned for upcoming knitwear courses, or, interested in partnering with us? We’d love to hear from you! 🤝
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#SustainableFashion #ShimaSeiki #Knitwear #UTS #Innovation #TextileTech #FutureOfFashion
Huge congrats to the first-year product design students who were selected from each of their studios on their trophy design in 84117 Product Design Communications B class.
Today, the studio winners toured the AFRL and began the exciting process of transforming their trophy designs into 3D models using HoloLens technology. Moving from SolidWorks to Blender and into HoloLens, they saw their creative concepts come to life in a whole new way.
A big thank you to Tran Dang, as well as their dedicated tutors, Ahmed Da'na, Danny Cheung and Ben Styles, for guiding and inspiring them with their assessments throughout the semester. We are so proud of the hard work of both students and tutors. This is only the beginning!
#productdesign #utsproductdesign #hololens2 #futuredesigners #blender #blender3d #designandtechnology #uts #utsdab
Check out our latest Wholegarment knitted card holder, crafted using an inlay stitch—a unique knit weaving method that creates a sturdy and durable layer. This sample features a striking 3-color combination for a bold visual effect, perfectly balancing style and function. Made from a blend of cotton, polyester, and innovative hot melt yarn, it offers both comfort and durability. The hot melt yarn adds a special touch—after a quick steam with an iron, it heat-sets the structure, giving the holder extra firmness and shape. Ideal for those who appreciate craftsmanship and cutting-edge textile technology.
#Wholegarment #InlayStitch #KnitDesign #TextileInnovation #HeatSet #CardHolder #KnitTechnology #SustainableMaterials #FashionAndFunction #Craftsmanship #3ColorDesign #3Dknitting
#SeamlessKnitting #KnitwearInnovation #ShimaSeiki #KnittingTechnology #FashionTech #fabrication #uts #utsdab
Crafted with precision and artistry, our tote bag is made from high-quality Japanese paper yarn and hot melt yarn.
Knitted on the advanced Shima Seiki Wholegarment machine, each bag is a seamless masterpiece. After knitting, we folded it into an elegant origami shape and heat set it, ensuring the pleats held their shape permanently. The shoulder straps are carefully attached by sewing, adding durability and style.
Perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to any outfit, this tote bag is not just a bag, but a piece of art.
#OrigamiToteBag #JapanesePaperYarn #Wholegarment #3Dknitting #SeamlessKnitting #KnitwearInnovation #ShimaSeiki #KnittingTechnology #FashionTech #TextileInnovation #SustainableFashion #substainability #Flatbedknitting #fabrication #afrl #utsdab
Introducing the mesmerising costumes for Brightness, brought to life using the innovative capabilities of the Advanced Fabrication Research Lab's seamless knitting machine. These costumes, designed by Donna Sgro, seamlessly blend artistry and technology, embodying the essence of nature's transformation.
Photo credits to Stephen Reinhardt
Dancers: Tiana Lung and Jasmin Luna
Choreographed by Kristina Chan
An enchanting duet, Brightness is an invocation to our universal ties with nature. Concluding choreographer Kristina Chan’s trilogy (A Faint Existence 2016; MOUNTAIN 2018), Brightness moves through ecological timelines contemplating microorganisms, decomposition, transformation and emergence.
With striking choreography, a haunting psychedelic soundscore and nuanced conceptual design elements, Brightness draws us into a deep state of listening, into our inherent connection with nature.
“Kristina Chan blows audience away…turn(s) a vast and challenging subject into a thought-provoking theatrical experience.” – Jill Sykes, SMH (A Faint Existence)
Choreography: Kristina Chan in collaboration with original cast Tiana Lung and Georgia Van Gils
Lighting Design & Production Manager: Karen Norris
Production Design: Clare Britton
Sound Design: James Brown
Costume Design: Donna Sgro
Producer: Fenn Gordon for Tandem
Early development Dramaturg & Mentor: Victoria Hunt
Performers: Jasmin Luna and Tiana Lung
Thanks to previous work on developments from colleagues: Emily Moffat (Production management) & Amber Silk (Lighting)
This project has been in development since 2018 and assisted by funding from the Australian government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body; Create NS; Critical Path, & ReadyMade Works. With thanks to Creative Practice Lab (UNSW) for support and Bangarra Dance Theatre for studio use.
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.
#brightness #dancecostumes #seamlessknitting #kristinachan #natureinspired #techandart #donnasgro #dance #choreography #TianaLung #jasminluna #innovativedesign #shimaseiki #Wholegarment #sydney
We are proud to announce the opening of "The Crab's Dream," a captivating exhibition by Wade Marynowsky at Shoalhaven Regional Gallery.
The AFRL is honoured to have been instrumental in the creation of the featured sculpture, which exemplifies a remarkable blend of imagination and craftsmanship. This piece is a testament to the collaborative efforts that drive innovative art.
We invite you to experience this unique exhibition and explore the boundaries of artistic expression.
Date: Saturday 10 August
Time: 10:30 - 11:30am
Location: Shoalhaven Regional Gallery
"Wade Marynowsky, The Crab’s Dream, 2024, machined urethane, enamel, 46 x 38 x 53 cm. 3D model by Angus Thomson, fabrication by technical experts (Gwyn Jones and Tran Dang) from the Advanced Fabrication Research Lab, University of Technology Sydney."
#uts #afrl #utsdab #shoalhavenregionalgallery #artfoundation #sculptureexhibition #contemporaryart #TheCrabsDream #SculptureExhibition #artcollaboration #galleryopening
We did it! The Advanced Fabrication Research Laboratory (AFRL) team has won the 2024 Research Translation Competition! 🎉
The innovative 3DKnit project, which harnesses computational design and advanced 3D knitting technology to revolutionise manufacturing processes, has been awarded first prize! 🏆
This victory is not just for the AFRL, but for the entire Faculty, showcasing the incredible talent and dedication of our team and our relentless drive for excellence in research innovation.
Thank you to everyone who has supported the AFRL on this journey. Here’s to many more groundbreaking achievements!
#afrl #researchinnovation #3dknit #proudmoment #shimaseiki #excellenceinresearch #utsdab
Say hello to sustainable design with the KR120, equipped with a precision spindle to machine chairs out of compressed recycled plastic.
Handcrafted from over 600 single-use plastic items like milk, shampoo, and detergent bottles, the "USE BY: 3018" chair by Will Thompson (UTS PD Alum) aims to align material lifespan with product use. Its front face pays homage to the iconic plastic Panton Chair, celebrating the innovative relationship between plastic and form-giving technologies.
Design by: Will Thompson
Photos by: Will Thompson and Ooh Snap Photography
Experience the perfect blend of innovation and eco-friendliness with the KR120.
#sustainabledesign #recycledplastic #ecofriendly #furnituredesign #innovation #kr120 #machining #greenliving #industrialdesign #productdesign #panton #designinspiration
Elegance and innovation come together in the Wholegarment 3D Seamless Knitting Punch Lace Dress. This exquisite garment seamlessly blends tradition with cutting-edge technology, utilizing a combination of monofilament and luxurious 100% merino wool to create a stunning see-through pattern. Crafted with precision on a Wholegarment machine, this dress epitomizes modern luxury, offering a flawless, seamless construction that hugs the body in all the right places with a 360-degree continuous pattern.
With its intricate lace-like design and the sumptuous softness of merino wool, this dress redefines sophistication, making a bold statement for any occasion. Experience the perfect fusion of style and comfort with this truly remarkable piece of knitwear artistry.
In the video, watch as the yarn measurement device delicately handles the nearly invisible transparent yarn, guiding it toward the knitting carriers and highlighting the meticulous craftsmanship behind this extraordinary dress.
#eleganceandinnovation #3dseamlessknitting #wholegarmentdress #luxuryfashion #merinowool #modernluxury #seamlessfashion #knitwearartistry #fashioninnovation #lacedesign #sophisticatedstyle #knitwear #fashiontech #seamlessdesign #precisioncrafted #boldfashion #fashionstatement #luxuryknitwear #styleandcomfort #innovativefashion #knittingtechnology #transparentyarn #fashionrevolution #utsdab
Did you know? The KR120 and UR10 robots were stars behind the scenes during the filming of Jasper 1 for the Australian Air Force!
Equipped with state-of-the-art cameras, these robots, as highlighted by Kuka, played a crucial role in capturing precise shots for this groundbreaking project.
Check out the link in our bio to see these robots in action at the Avalon Airshow 2018 in Melbourne, showcasing their incredible filming capabilities.
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Don't miss out on this fascinating collaboration between AFRL and UTS Animal Logic Academy that brought Jasper to life!
#kukarobotics #filmmaking #jaspermovie #roboticsinfilm #collaboration #innovation @utsdab
Introducing the ultimate solution for insulated facade panels - the KR120 Multiaxis Foam Spray! With its precision-engineered insulation foam spray gun, the KR120 revolutionises the fabrication process, ensuring efficiency and top-notch quality.
Say goodbye to traditional methods and hello to innovation!
#kr120 #uts #utsdab #insulation #foamspray #facadeinnovation #constructiontech
