Prof. Shou-xiang Kinor Jiang, Member of RCTFF, Professor, School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University awarded Bronze Award in The 50th International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva. The innovative 3D-printed material has fabric-like qualities, resulting in a flexible material that is lightweight and exceptionally breathable. The material is produced using the Low Force Stereolithography printing system with flexible photosensitive resin based on a 3D model, and consists of multiple unit structures systematically arranged along the X, Y and Z axes. Each unit structure features a cubic diamond configuration made of truss rods, with dimensions ranging from 2mm to 2.5mm in length, width and height, and truss rod diameters between 0.2mm and 0.3mm.
Incorporating a cubic diamond structure as the fundamental unit of the microcrystalline fabric significantly enhances its breathability, lightness, durability and aesthetic appeal. It also accommodates various body shapes and movement conditions, ensuring comfort and adaptability.
The material is soft and skin-friendly, offering breathability that surpasses traditional woven fabrics, and exhibiting excellent elasticity. This advancement significantly improves the performance and comfort of 3D-printed textiles.
| Research Units | PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research | Research Centre of Textiles for Future Fashion |
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