Computer Aided Design CAD 1.7

Question 1

Generating design ideas

Answer 1

Create ideas on software all samples on computer not physical
+Saves on resources
Saves time/ money
Allows designers to be more creative
Saves time redrawing
–set up cost high
Technology could go wrong or not compatible with other places
Training cost

Question 2

Presenting ideas to client

Answer 2

Sample of fabrics
Client will want to see ideas
Mood boards used ( sketched photos fabrics )
+can be generated easily and accurately errors spotted early
Can easily change ideas to match what client wants
Can be sent to many clients
–set up cost high
Technology could go wrong or not compatible with other places
Training cost

Question 3

Designing repeat patterns

Answer 3

Can change colours sizes direction of garment etc by repeating pattern
+ easy quick to come up with new ideas and accurately create garment
Minor modifications applied
–set up cost high
Technology could go wrong or not compatible with other places
Training cost

Question 4

Creating databases of patterns

Answer 4

Designs can be starting point for new ideas
New fashion similar to older fashion
+ minor modifications applied using existing products as starting point saves time
– can look similar to previous season

Question 5

Making virtual prototypes

Answer 5

Naming first model through CAD
Image mapping experiment with colour pattern texture on 3D image
+ 360 angle point of view
Can see how garment drapes moves on human
Save on physical resources
– can’t feel on skin and feel fabric

Question 6

Pattern development

Answer 6

standardised designs-shape of basic garments
Allows for complex darts patterns etc to be made quickly
Can add seam allowance easily