Review on Development and Application of 3D-Printing Technology in Textile and Fashion Design

Three-dimensional printing (3DP) allows for the creation of highly complex products and offers customization for individual users. It has generated significant interest and shows great promise for textile and fashion design. Here, we provide a timely and comprehensive review of 3DP technology for the textile and fashion industries according to recent advances in research. We describe the four 3DP methods for preparing textiles; then, we summarize three routes to use 3DP technology in textile manufacturing, including printing fibers, printing flexible structures and printing on textiles. In addition, the applications of 3DP technology in fashion design, functional garments and electronic textiles are introduced. Finally, the challenges and prospects of 3DP technology are discussed.

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This article provides a timely and comprehensive review of the application of 3D printing technology in the textile and fashion industries. The article introduces four methods for preparing textiles and summarizes three routes to use 3D printing technology in textile manufacturing. Furthermore, it discusses the applications of this technology in fashion design, functional garments, and electronic textiles, as well as the challenges and prospects it faces.