The Activewear Design team has garnered significant recognition at the ICTEAA 2024: XVIII International Conference on Textile Engineering and Applied Arts, highlighting their impactful contributions to the field.

Their study, “Exploring the Impact of Body Shape on Bra Fit: Integrating 3D Body Scanning and Traditional Patternmaking Methods,” authored by Yin-Ching Keung and Kit-Lun Yick, won the Best Paper Award. This research addresses a crucial challenge in activewear design—achieving an optimal bra fit for diverse body shapes. By integrating advanced 3D body scanning technology with traditional patternmaking techniques, the study offers practical solutions for improving bra fit, which is vital for comfort and support in activewear.

The team also earned a Certificate of Attendance and Presentation for their paper, “Optimizing 3D Shape Parameters of Sports Bra Pads in Motion by Finite Element Dynamic Modelling with Inverse Problem Solution,” led by Jiazhen Chen, Yue Sun, Joanne Yip, and Kit-Lun Yick. This research uses finite element dynamic modeling to enhance the design of sports bra pads, aiming to maintain shape and comfort during motion. The practical implications of this study are significant, as it advances the functionality and performance of sports bras, meeting the evolving needs of consumers.

The Activewear Design team’s efforts are paving the way for more effective and consumer-friendly textile products. Their research not only contributes valuable knowledge to the industry but also provides tangible improvements to apparel design, promising enhanced consumer experiences in activewear. These accolades at ICTEAA 2024 underscore the team’s commitment to practical and innovative solutions in textile engineering.