Textile Technology Innovations

What does CAD stand for in the textile industry?

• Computerized Automated Design

• Computer-Aided Design

• Computerized Apparel Development

• Computerized Automated Development

Which of the following is a benefit of using CAM in textile manufacturing?

• Increased manual labor

• Reduced production efficiency

• Enhanced precision and consistency

• Higher production costs

Digital printing in textiles primarily involves:

• Hand-painting designs onto fabric

• Using inkjet technology to print designs directly onto fabric

• Screen printing with manual stencils

• Embroidering designs using thread

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of seamless knitting technology?

• Increased comfort due to lack of seams

• Reduced production time

• Higher material waste

• Enhanced design possibilities

Sublimation printing involves:

• Transferring designs using water-based inks

• Using heat to transfer dye onto materials like polyester

• Embossing designs onto fabric surfaces

• Weaving coloured threads into patterns

Which software is commonly used for virtual prototyping in textile design?

• Adobe Photoshop

• CLO 3D

• Microsoft Paint

• AutoCAD

An advantage of laser cutting in textile production is:

• Increased fabric distortion

• Reduced cutting precision

• Minimised fabric waste

• Slower production speed

What is a potential disadvantage of implementing advanced textile machinery?

• Decreased production efficiency

• Increased need for manual labor

• High initial investment costs

• Lower product quality

Seamless technology in textiles is primarily achieved through:

• Manual sewing techniques

• Specialised knitting machines

• Traditional weaving looms

• Hand embroidery

Which dye type is commonly used in digital printing on natural fibers like cotton?

• Acid dyes

• Reactive dyes

• Disperse dyes

• Vat dyes