Geometric modeling of knitted fabrics
L
Lauren Niu
(Center for Functional Fabrics)
G
Geneviève Dion
(Center for Functional Fabrics)
R
Randall D. Kamien
(Department of Physics and Astronomy)
Abstract
Knitting can turn a one-dimensional yarn into a highly ramified three-dimensional structure. As a method of additive manufacturing, it holds promise for a class of lightweight, ultrastrong materials. Here, we present a purely geometric model to predict the three-dimensional self-folding of knitted fabrics made only of the two traditional stitches, knit and purl.
Article Details
Volume / Issue
Vol. 122, Issue 7
Published
February 18, 2025
ISSN
0027-8424
Publisher
National Academy of Sciences
Journal Info
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
National Academy of Sciences
ISSN: 0027-8424 Life Sciences
Authors (3)
L
Lauren Niu
Center for Functional Fabrics
G
Geneviève Dion
Center for Functional Fabrics
R
Randall D. Kamien
Department of Physics and Astronomy
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