Technology

An integrated automation approach for flexible textiles

The challenge is not just moving fabric, but creating a stable, monitored and scalable process around an unstable material.

Technology setup with robot, gripper, sewing machine and camera
ADOTC Grippers Process-specific grippers for reliable textile handling.

Core technology building blocks

1

Robotics

Industrial robots precisely adapted for garment handling, seam routing, and positioning.

2

Textile Handling

Proprietary system managing limp, deformable fabric with industrial repeatability.

3

AI Trajectory Planning

AI continuously optimizes robot motion per garment type — adapting in real time.

4

Process Control

Digital sequencing ensuring consistent quality, throughput, and production targets.

5

Operations & Monitoring

Live KPIs, anomaly detection, and remote diagnostics for industrial operators.

Process workflow

1

Material feed

Supply of textile semi-finished goods.

2

Pickup and positioning

Controlled gripping and alignment of flexible material.

3

Guided process execution

Textile support during sewing or handling operations.

4

Monitoring and feedback

Sensor input supports process stability and traceability.

5

Data and production logic

Interfaces and software provide visibility beyond one isolated motion.

AI-driven textile automation

Image analysis and reinforcement learning for robotic AI

This section highlights how ADOTC uses image analysis and reinforcement learning to improve robotic perception, decision-making and process stability in textile automation. The goal is to enable robots to better interpret flexible material behaviour, adapt to process variation and continuously improve execution quality in real production environments.

Technical process image showing DBV setup
Partners and funding support

Built on engineering expertise and applied development

ADOTC combines textile engineering, automation technology and industrial implementation. The company develops practical robotic sewing solutions for real manufacturing environments and builds on applied development supported through programmes including EXIST and DBU.

Partners and ecosystem

Funding and programme support

Learn more about ADOTC’s work, pilot use cases and partnership opportunities by getting in touch directly.