Abstract:

The definition of intelligent manufacturing was put forward. The research progress of knitting intelligent manufacturing was discussed from six aspects of intellectualization, including knitted product design, knitting equipment controlling, knitting manufacturing control, knitted apparel marketing, knitted product performance and knitting industrial service. The development of key technologies for knitting intelligent manufacturing was introduced. It was presented that the intelligent manufacturing was the inevitable choice for elevating the international competitive advantage under the new normal. Besides, it was emphasized that promoting intelligent manufacturing level would provide substantial support for rapid economic growth and high-level development.

Key words: knitting, intelligent manufacturing, equipment intelligence, manufacturing execution system, whole garment, wearable intelligent apparel