Digital Textiles : Technologies, Systems and Industry Transformation [Hardcover] Aaron Rodrigues

This book offers a comprehensive and forward-looking examination of how digital technologies are reshaping the textile and apparel industry. The book explores the integration of advanced tools such as CAD systems, 3D design platforms, digital printing, automation, and data-driven manufacturing within modern textile workflows. Bridging theory with industry practice, it analyses the transition from conventional processes to digital-first systems, including virtual sampling, digital twins, and environments. The text also addresses key themes such as supply chain digitization, mass customization, sustainability through reduced waste, and the role of Industry 4.0 in textile innovation. Designed for students, researchers, and professionals, this book serves as an essential guide to understanding the technologies and systems driving efficiency, creativity, and transformation across the global textile ecosystem.