Automatic Thread Insertion Kit Sewing (ATIKs) Device for Vocational Fashion Design Student: Practical Sewing Application

Abstract

The incorporation of technology is a consistent aspect of education, which is widely advanced through teaching and learning (T&L) in the industrial revolution 4.0 (IR 4.0) education technology. In this study, an automatic thread insertion set for sewing (ATIKs) was developed. The ATIKs device improves students' understanding and facilitates the process of sewing in fashion design subjects for high school curriculum. The device was programmed using an Arduino microcontroller board and open source Arduino software (IDE). The CDIO model is used as the basis for product development, which includes the steps from conception to design, implementation, and operation. The development for this product consists of the main components standard needle size, automatic thread, Arduino UNO R3, stepper motor, coil, and Arduino coding to control the movement. In addition, this product is relatively portable with its dimensions of 7 x 7 x 10 cm. A qualitative research method was applied using a list of interview protocols validated by five professional experts in the field. Based on the open-ended questions, the experts indicated that this product facilitates the criteria of the T&L process, improves understanding of the use of the thread needle, and increases student confidence in the sewing process. In the future, this kit could be integrated into an automated control system. This research development can help develop teaching tools that further increase student safety and improve student skills and cleanliness in handling sewing tools during hands-on work.