The furniture of the future could be made from nothing more than two long strands of yarn. A prototype manufacturing machine developed at Carnegie Mellon University is transforming traditional textile ...

Ah, seaming. The word alone can send shivers down the spine of a knitter. For some, it’s a delightful finishing touch, a ...

A process for the rapid manufacturing of seamless, three-dimensional contoured spacer textiles, 3D-Knit from Kobleder GmbH is a one-step knitting process that can create various profiles and shapes.

For decades, 3D preforms have promised efficiency in struc- tural design and fabrication of composites. Those who make them could deliver to molders a tailored, net-shape reinforcement with fiber only ...

Knitting machines speed up the knitting process significantly, so they’re great for when you’re pressed for time. They’re also ideal for people who can’t knit by hand for any reason. However, before ...

Join our daily and weekly newsletters for the latest updates and exclusive content on industry-leading AI coverage. Learn More Who knew modern knitting machines could be so complicated? The type of ...

Knitting your own winter sweater is not just a creative endeavor; it's a warm, comforting hug you give yourself. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, following these steps and tips ...

Two weeks ago, this new shoe was three plastic water bottles. After ground-up bottles are turned into recycled filament fiber and delivered to a factory, a San Francisco-based startup uses a ...

Scientists have made considerable progress with soft robots used for assistive wearables, rehabilitative technologies and more. Powered by compressed air, they offer advantages over regular robots ...

Knitting is an incredibly versatile and relaxing hobby that can yield beautiful results, but if you’ve never picked up needles before, the initial leap into the craft can feel daunting. A well-thought ...