HKRITA
The latest textile research insights and news from HKRITA. Join host and professions dive deep in textile matters. The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel is a Hong Kong based research institute for the textiles and clothing industry. We focus on R&D and collaborates with industry partner to facilitate technologies transfers and commercialisation. Find out more: www.hkrita.com
Episodes
87 episodes
被动辐射制冷：从零碳绿色科技到环保功能面料的创新实践｜HKRITA高级工程师黎子滔先生
面对全球变暖，不靠空调也能清凉过夏？HKRITA高级工程师黎子滔先生在中国国际纺织面料及辅料博览会2026演讲现场分享了被动冷却面料的最新技术突破，拆解了这种无源散热技术的原理。一起来听听智能纺织材料如何为人体和地球「降温」！
HKRITA & CityU EngD Society Seminar | A Physics-Informed Embodied Intelligence Framework for Smart Garment Manufacturing
Prof. LIU Cheng, Assistant Professor in the Department of Systems Engineering at City University of Hong Kong, introduces an Embodied Intelligence Framework for smart manufacturing, targeting the manipulation of deformable fabrics. ...
HKRITA & CityU EngD Society Seminar | AI-Driven G2G Manufacturing Process and Sorting for Circular Manufacturing
Mr. Raymond Chiu, Senior Research Manager at The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel, highlights Hong Kong Miton's government-funded AI and computer vision recycling tech co-developed with PolyU to advance textile sustainabilit...
HKRITA & CityU EngD Society Seminar | AI + 3D Infra: The Path to Seamless Design-to-Dev Innovation
Mr. Alfie Chen, Chief Operating Officer & Executive Director of Style3D, introduces an Embodied Intelligence Framework for smart manufacturing with aerospace background, targeting deformable fabric pick-and-place manipulation. D...
HKRITA & CityU EngD Society Seminar | Smart Manufacturing for Sustainable Fashion Development
Prof. Ray Wai Man Kong, Registered Engineer and Adjunct Professor at City University of Hong Kong, demonstrates AI and Smart Manufacturing in the garment industry, covering the full pipeline from AI-generated fashion design to automated product...
VIATT Vietnam 2026 seminar | Towards a Cleaner Future: Circular Recycling and Microplastic Removal in Textiles
Topic: Towards a Cleaner Future: Circular Recycling and Microplastic Removal in TextilesRyan Wong, Business Development Manager from HKRITA addresses the urgent global crisis of textile waste, noting that 3 tons are discarded every secon...
VIATT Vietnam 2026 panel discussion : Fashioning a Circular Textile Economy Through Industry Collaboration
Topic: Fashioning a Circular Textile Economy Through Industry CollaborationThis panel discussion explored the rapidly changing landscape of sustainability in the global fashion and textile industry. Key themes included the increas...
Weaving the Future: Advancing Functional Textiles with Innovative Technologies [Mandarin audio]
In this engaging panel discussion, we bring together leading experts in the textile industry: Ms. Zoe Zhang from HKRITA, Prof. Yu Xiaokun from Donghua University, Mr. Andrew Chan from Lenzing, and Mr. Barty Wei from Highsun Holding Group Co., L...
Electrospinning Technology in the Textile Industry: Prospects and Challenges [Mandarin audio]
In this insightful episode, Zoe Zhang, Engineer of HKRITA, takes us on a deep dive into the world of electrospinning technology and its impact on the textile industry: the fundamentals of nanomaterials, their transformative applications within ...
AI-Powered Textile Recycling: The Path to a Sustainable Future [Mandarin audio]
Delve into the cutting-edge world of AI-powered textile recycling with Derek Lai, Senior Engineer at HKRITA. Discover how HKRITA is leading the charge in sustainable fashion through innovative research and development in garment recycling. Dere...
Implementation and Practice of AI in Textile Fabric R&D Innovation [Mandarin audio]
In this episode, we bring together industry experts Derek Lai from HKRITA, Bo Yu from the Shenzhen Smart Manufacturing Industry Promotion Association, Bin Chen from Tanwu AI Technology (Guangdong) Co., Ltd., and Jieyu Zhong from Foshan Haotuo I...
Circularity in Denim: New Business Models
As the inaugural programme in the Kingpins Show in Hangzhou, "Circularity in Denim: New Business Models features a panel discussion by industry experts including KK Chan from HKRITA, Philippe Li from The Mills Fabrica, Vincent Hu from TENCEL™ b...
Shaping the Future of Sustainability Through Innovation | 02 Innovation
In our second episode, we delve into the collaboration between R&D and supply chain management. We tackle the challenges of achieving transparency and quality data while spotlighting innovative design models, reuse, and recycling efforts. H...
Harnessing Technology for a Circular Economy: Opportunities and Challenges
Join us for a deep dive into the transition from linear consumption to circular systems, highlighting the crucial role of technology. This panel features experts from tech, property, and textiles discussing how AI, data analytics, smart materia...
Shaping the Future of Sustainability Through Innovation | 01 Key Challenges
Join an expert panel at Intertextile Apparel for a dynamic discussion on advancing sustainability through innovation. Explore strategies to overcome barriers, foster collaboration, and scale impactful solutions for both environmental and busine...
How Technology Drives Sustainable Development | Dr Erika Ngan
In this episode, Dr Erika Ngan explores sustainability as a collective responsibility in the world of fashion and textiles. She introduces the groundbreaking Garment-to-Garment (G2G) Recycle System, which transforms old garments into new ones w...
Redress x Open Lab Collaboration | Ms Aurianne Ricquier and Ms Clara Tse
Do not underestimated the significance of textile waste in landfills. Redress has dedicated years to addressing this pressing issue. Through collaboration with Open Lab, efforts are being made to sort and recycle textile fibers effectively. Ms ...
Innovative Technologies Enhancing Breast Cancer Survivors Recovery: The Use of 3D Printed Breast Prostheses and Rehabilitation Lingerie| Mrs Lonna Kwan
Breast cancer is a major health challenge for women globally, highlighting the essential physical and mental support required by survivors. Mrs Lonna Kwan recognises this need and established Comfort Me Health Wear Company, using 3D printing Br...
Epson's Commitment to a Sustainable Environment | Mr Yohei Konakajima
Explore a unique blend of technology and sustainability with Epson. Mr Yohei Konakajima, Senior Manager of Strategic Product Planning at Epson Hong Kong, shares their innovative approach to transforming waste into paper, showcasing how Ep...
Circularity and Innovation of Lenzing fibers | Mr Andrew Chan
In this episode we delve into sustainable fibers with a spotlight on Lenzing. Join Mr Andrew Chan, Head of Global Innovation Development of Lenzing Fibers, as he unveils their journey towards sustainability and groundbreaking eco-fiber technolo...
《紡織創新之路：打造綠色材料新生態》專題討論
專題討論由武漢紡織大學夏良軍教授主持，與四位紡織專家圍繞創新材料的循環機制與可持續發展展開了深入探討，從不同角度分享了各自領域的最新研究成果和實踐經驗，為實現循環經濟和可持續發展提供了有力支持。
KIBO低碳小白鞋 | 周張穎雯女士
KIBO合辦人及行政總裁周張穎雯女士以其初創企業為例，分享了KIBO採用海藻、軟木等可再生材料制作鞋履，特別是蘋果渣轉化為蘋果皮革的創新應用，實踐減少資源消耗和環境污染的品牌理念。
紡織品回收完整解決方案 | 寧紅軍先生
UNIFI全球執行副總裁及蘇州優富紡織品有限公司董事長兼總經理寧紅軍先生在本集分享了UNIFI推出的可染色再生紗線產品，及展示了UNIFI最新的Textile Takeback™ 技術，該技術能夠將廢布料回收制成紗線，實現了紡織品的閉環再生。
