Vision guided robotic fabric manipulation for apparel manufacturing

Abstract

This paper details methods pertaining to the vision guided robotic control of fabric motion for performing simulated joining operations along the fabric edge. Robot motion paths are determined from visual information defining the position of the fabric edges. The function of the shape analysis and motion control algorithms is demonstrated via experimentation with an automated fabric handling system, Results of these tests show that using machine vision for planning robot motion provides an effective solution for implementing robotic fabric manipulation.