Method and System for Manufacturing a Garment

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This invention provides a method and system for designing and manufacturing customized apparel. The process involves obtaining detailed body measurements from a user, gathering pattern or design preferences, and integrating this data to generate manufacturing instructions for an automated machine, such as a knitting machine. The system can adjust for physical characteristics, incorporate user-selected designs or avatars, compensate for fabric shrinkage, and produce apparel that is both made-to-measure and highly personalized, all with minimal human intervention.

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• Retail stores offering on-demand, custom-fit apparel production for customers.
• E-commerce platforms enabling users to design and order personalized clothing online.
• Sports teams or organizations providing tailored uniforms with precise fit and unique graphic elements.
• Medical or therapeutic clothing solutions requiring exact body-specific fits (e.g., compression garments, orthotic wear).
• Fashion brands looking to introduce rapid prototyping or limited edition personalized designs.
• Pop-up or in-store events where customers can interactively design and immediately receive custom apparel.

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• Highly individualized clothing that fits the user perfectly, improving comfort and appearance.
• Enhanced user engagement by allowing customers to actively participate in the garment's design process using avatars or interactive interfaces.
• Faster turnaround times for custom-made clothing, suitable even for same-day delivery in retail settings.
• Consistent high quality because customization is integrated into manufacturing instructions for automated machines, reducing errors and manual adjustments.
• Ability to directly compensate for variables such as material shrinkage and user body shape, ensuring long-lasting fit and satisfaction.
• Reduced inventory needs for manufacturers and retailers, as items are produced on-demand rather than in bulk.
• Potential integration with digital platforms for easier user data collection, repeat orders, or virtual try-on experiences.

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Patent Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and a system for the manufacture of a piece or apparel (1). According to an aspect of the invention, a method for the manufacture of a piece of apparel (1) comprises the steps of: (a) obtaining body data representative of at least one dimension of at least a part of the user's body, (b) obtaining pattern data representative of at least one pattern of the piece of apparel (1) to be manufactured, (c) generating based on the body data and the pattern data manufacturing data adapted to be processed by a manufacturing machine, and (d) sending the manufacturing data to a manufacturing machine for processing and for manufacturing at least a part of the piece of apparel.