Machine embroidery turns fabrics into self-folding 3D textiles
US researchers from the Cornell Ann S Bowers College of Computing and Information Science have developed a new software and fabrication system that takes simple three-dimensional objects and turns them into a design for a textile version using carefully placed stitches in fabric.
Called OriStitch, this approach is said to be more efficient and accessible than existing machine embroidery, and could be a creative advantage for areas such as fashion, architecture and smart textiles, according to researchers.
For the full story, see the January 2026 edition of Smart Textiles & Wearables.
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