Simulating the fitting of a pattern using the assyst ® 3d vidya program

This paper aims to present the evolution of pattern construction in the textile industry starting from the manual construction of the basic pattern and ending with the current 3D method that is offered by most computer-aided design softwares. In this paper, the authors have chosen to present the way to simulate the fitting of a ladies' tunic and therefore to focus on the 3D Vidya design module, which is included in the computer-aided pattern making program Assyst. The computer-aided design program Assyst is in the top 3 of the kind programs used on the European market, the latest development being the 3D Vidya design module. Vidya's 3D module is now even more powerful, with incredibly realistic shadows and results thanks to the new V-RAY rendering system and PathTracer technology. With Vidya, one can instantly create avatars of the target group or a model in any size - all with lifelike sizes, shapes and realistic measurement increase or decrease across the full size range, which can be implemented in the shortest possible time. All digital accessories for simulation such as zippers, buttons, snaps have the characteristics of real accessories and behave as such, so in a simulation you can visualize exactly how a zipper behaves while in use.