International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology: Volume 7 Issue 5

Modelling the dynamic drape of fabrics on synthetic humans: a physical, lumped‐parameter model

G. Stylios, T.R. Wan, N.J. Powell

True 3‐D garment design (CAD) systems are fundamental for the next generation of intelligent textile and garment manufacture and retailing. Reports a new approach for modelling…

Physiological and perceptual responses to forearm immersion in cold water

Lisa A. Shanley, David D. Pascoe, Layne Anderson, Teresa Bellingar

Endeavours to determine the physiological and perceptual responses to forearm cold water immersion as influenced by the use of an experimental fireproof carbonaceous insulation…

Algebraic modelling of pattern design: the abelian pattern semi‐group

Roger Ng, C.K. Chan, T.Y. Pong, Raymond Au

Pattern design is a transformation process from the design sketch to the final production pattern. In order to computerize such a process, a mathematical model is indispensable…

Communications: quick response in clothing merchandising – a study of the buying office using network analyses

Chun‐sun Leung, Merinda Yeung

The merchandising process of a large buying office in Hong Kong was studied using a network analyses tool, programme evaluation and review technique (PERT). Quantitative and…