This National Science Foundation (NSF) Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) Federal Grant Program (CFDA 47.070) award of $550,000 to Northeastern University will investigate the design needs of garment designers and hand-knitters for machine-knitting software to enable the creation of complex, interactive smart textiles. The key objectives are: (1) a comprehensive examination of the design space of machine knitting, (2) development of two software systems, KnitScript for programmers and KnitCAD for designers, to support the design of machine-knitted smart textiles, and (3) creation of interactive, health-sensing garments. The project will engage stakeholders through methods like interviews, participatory design, and design probes to inform the software development, which will draw on concepts from software engineering, programming language design, and interaction design. This award aims to advance knowledge of the machine knitting design process and enable further development of machine-knit materials and smart textile garments, ultimately supporting national health and manufacturing capabilities.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $550.0k | 6/2/24 |