CAD Systems for the Clothing Industry: Significance, Functions and Applications

The fashion industry, which has a significant role in the world economy, is a wide sector that covers the production of clothing and its accessories, as well as the marketing of these products. As consumer expectations and industry competition continue to evolve, it has become essential to respond to consumer requirements quickly and at the lowest cost. Adapting to the requirements of the industry will be possible with efficient production and the inclusion of the latest technology. In addition to machine technologies used in clothing production, CAD technologies are indispensable. CAD systems, which perform different functions, are used in many stages of the production processes, starting from the design stage of clothing production to the final product. The CAD systems were categorized into five categories, namely body measuring, design, garment pattern design, virtual fitting, and marker design. In this chapter, CAD systems used in garment production processes are discussed from a broad perspective, including the characteristics of the production stages in which they are used, the functions of the systems, and the types frequently used in the market. The final part of the study discusses future trends and industry expectations of CAD systems used in garment production.