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Biography
Yuyuan joined Northumbria University as a Lecturer, following the completion of her PhD at the University of Leeds. Her thesis, titled "Double curved surface composites for anthropometry-formed 3D woven apparel forms," earned her doctorate degree. Prior to this, she received a Master of Engineering (MEng) and a Bachelor of Arts from Sichuan University, China. Yuyuan is also a Visiting Researcher, funded by AROP Program, at RWTH-Aachen University in Germany.
Yuyuan's research interests are focused on 3D weaving innovation, apparel manufacturing, 2D/3D digital fashion, functional apparel (such as sportswear and personal protective equipment), and clothing engineering. Her research is rooted in the latest weaving technology, using cross-platform CAD/CAM systems to create a broader range of 3D woven seamless apparel forms that enable efficient manufacturing processes and almost zero waste with the assistance of digital tools.
Research interests
Her research focuses on 3D Weaving Innovation & Apparel Technology:
- 3D weaving technology development for dome shape or double-curved composites
- 3D woven apparel & sportswear
- 3D body scanning - Scan2weave
- Apparel Manufacturing & Technology
- Zero-waste apparel manufacturing
- Clothing Engineering & Technology
- 3D/2D Digital Fashion
Education/Academic qualification
Technologies, PhD, 3D Weaving Technology Innovation, University of Leeds
1 Oct 2018 → 31 Dec 2022
Award Date: 15 Mar 2023
Engineering, MEng, Clothing Design and Engineering, Sichuan University
1 Sept 2015 → 1 Jul 2018
Award Date: 31 Jul 2018
Fashion Design, BA, Fashion Design and Engineering, Sichuan University
1 Sept 2011 → 1 Jul 2015
Award Date: 1 Jul 2015
External positions
RWTH Aachen University
1 Jul 2022 → 31 Dec 2022
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Biomimetic Approach for the Production of 3D Woven Spherical Composite Applied in Apparel Protection and Performance
Shi, Y., Taylor, L. W., Cheung, V. & Sayem, A. S. M., Feb 2022, In: Applied Composite Materials. 29, 1, p. 159-171 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open AccessFile5 Citations (Scopus)39 Downloads (Pure) -
The impact of age and body mass index on a bra sizing system formed by anthropometric measurements of Sichuan Chinese females
Shi, Y., Shen, H., Taylor, L. W. & Cheung, V., 1 Nov 2020, In: Ergonomics. 63, 11, p. 1434-1441Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access18 Citations (Scopus) -
Scan2Weave: Connecting Digital Anthropometry with 3D Weaving Technology
Shi, Y., Taylor, L., Cheung, V. & Sayem, A. S. M., 5 Jun 2023, Digital Fashion Innovations: Advances in Design, Simulation, and Industry. Sayem, A. S. M. (ed.). 1st ed. Boca Raton: CRC Press, p. 83-96 14 p. (Textile Institute Professional Publications).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
2 Citations (Scopus) -
腰省量分配对无袖修身旗袍造型的影响
Translated title of the contribution :Effect of Cheongsam waist dart distribution on apparel modeling Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Alternative Leather Fashion
Yu, J., Paul, S., Zafar, R., Shi, Y., Ahmed, Z., James, A., Dade-Robertson, M. & Zhang, M., 23 Jan 2026, Sustainable Fashion Materials: Innovations and the Future of Fashion. Bin, F., C. George, H. & Tawiah, B. (eds.). 1st ed. Singapore: Springer, p. 237–283 47 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
Activities
- 1 Visiting an external academic institution
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RWTH Aachen University
Shi, Y. (Visiting researcher)
1 Jul 2022 → 31 Dec 2022Activity: Visiting an external institution › Visiting an external academic institution