An Investigation of Different 3D Scanners to Analyze Body-Garment Relationship

This study aims to explore different 3D scanning technologies to scan both body and garment to check the fit in the ready-to-wear apparel industry.Even though 3D scanning technology is widely used to scan the body, scanning of garments remains underexplored.The main objective of this research is to analyse different 3D scanners for body-garment analysis.This includes examining the scanned date for accuracy, reliability and body-garment scan alignment processes.The study explores various scanning techniques like white light, infrared and photogrammetry for capturing body and gament details.Additionally, it examines various scanning techniques like scanning mode, resolution and other parameters to optimise the scanning process.This study accesses the precision of the scanned model by validating the manual measurement taken using an anthropometer.Additionally, heat maps are created using 3D visualization software and compared.In conclusion, this study aims to provide valuable insights into the selection and optimization of 3D scanning technologies to improve apparel fit.By addressing challenges and limitations associated with traditional measurement methods, the study seeks to enhance the accuracy and reliability of garment production processes.Leveraging innovative 3D scanning approaches, the research aims to improve customer satisfaction and drive technological advancements in producing optimally fitting garments.