WO2001057727A1

WO2001057727A1 - Pattern search/distribution system for apparel cad

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Publication number: WO2001057727A1
Application number: PCT/JP2000/009296
Authority: WO
Inventors: Junko Kida
Original assignee: J.C. Systems, Inc.; Information-Technology Promotion Agency, Japan
Priority date: 2000-01-31
Filing date: 2000-12-27
Publication date: 2001-08-09
Also published as: AU2001222271A1; JP3560586B2

Abstract

A pattern search/distribution system for allowing a wide spectrum of users to readily search for, read, and purchase any of a variety of patterns for apparel CAD. The system (1) has a server (2) connected to the Internet (5) and a client computer (3) for communicating data with the server (2) over the Internet (5). The server (2) comprises a database unit (21) where patterns for apparel CAD are registered and a processing unit (22) for displaying a pattern registered in the database unit (21) on the client computer (3) in response to a request of the client computer (3) and downloading a desired pattern to the client computer (3) to charge the user. The processing unit (22) additionally registers the pattern for apparel CAD in the database unit (21) when the client computer (3) inputs the pattern.

Description

Description Apparel CAD Pattern search and distribution for AD Technical field

The present invention relates to a system for searching and distributing patterns of clothes and the like created using an apparel CAD. Background art

In the apparel industry, an apparel CAD device has been conventionally used in order to make the work of creating patterns such as clothes more efficient. This avarage CAD device has various functions suitable for creating a pattern of clothes and the like, unlike a general CAD device for designing machines, electric appliances, and the like. Specifically, a function to input a pattern using a digitizer, etc., a function to edit the input pattern, a function to add a seam to the pattern, a pattern from one size pattern to another size pattern And a grating function for generating the same.

Conventionally, the barrel CAD device having such a function is a dedicated device and is often expensive, and has not been easily purchased and used by anyone. However, recently, low-priced apparel CAD application software has been developed, and such a software can be purchased on the Internet and downloaded to a user's personal computer. I have.

However, the conventional system only allows each user to download the application software of the apparel CAD, and can easily search the web for patterns created by other patternners or search for desired patterns. I couldn't buy it.

On the other hand, the apparel industry is an industry where there is little opportunity for technical exchange between Therefore, the current situation is that there is not much opportunity to see patterns created by other patternners.

Therefore, the conventional system is convenient as long as each patterner creates its own pattern independently using the downloaded apparel CAD software, but the pattern created by the other patternners is convenient. There was a problem that it was not possible to easily search, browse, purchase, and make various improvements to create better patterns. Disclosure of the invention

The present invention has been made in order to solve the problems of the related art, and provides a pattern search / distribution system that enables a wide variety of users to easily search, browse, and purchase various patterns for apparel CAD. The purpose is to:

In order to solve such a problem, the present invention relates to a search and delivery system comprising: a server connected to the Internet; and a client computer for performing data transmission with the server via the Internet. The server displays the registered pattern on the client computer in response to a request from the client computer and a database section in which a pattern for an apparel CAD is registered, and displays a desired pattern on the client computer. An object of the present invention is to provide an apparel CAD pattern search and distribution system characterized by comprising a processing unit that downloads and charges a computer.

According to such an invention, a wide range of users having client computers connected to the Internet can search, browse, and download patterns registered in the database section of the server. Various improvements can be made to create better patterns, which in turn can improve the design level of the entire apparel industry.

Preferably, the processing unit includes an apparel CA from the client computer. When a pattern for D is input, the pattern is additionally registered in the database unit.

According to the invention, since the apparel CAD pattern can be uploaded from the client computer, another user using another client computer can search, browse, and download the uploaded pattern. Facilitates the exchange of information between users. Further, the user who uploaded the pattern is charged when another user downloads the pattern, so that the system according to the present invention can sell the pattern.

Preferably, the pattern search / distribution system for barrel CAD is provided by a product maker, and further includes a second client computer that performs data transmission with the server via the Internet. Further, the information of the product using the pattern is registered, and the processing unit browses the product information through the client convenience, selects a desired product, and obtains the physical dimensions of the customer. When the data is input, a pattern corresponding to the input body size data and associated with the selected product is transmitted to the second client computer and billed.

According to such an invention, information of a product using the registered pattern is registered in the database section, and by browsing the information and selecting a desired product, etc., the information provided by the product maker is provided. Since the pattern is transmitted to the second client computer, the pattern can be used for sewing or the like at a product maker. In other words, users, especially general customers, have the advantage that they can not only search, browse, and download registered patterns, but also can order and purchase products themselves using such patterns. In addition, since the configuration is such that the pattern conforming to the input customer's body dimension data is transmitted, there is an advantage that a product that fits to the customer's body can be created. In order to create a pattern that matches the customer's body dimensions, a pattern registered in advance to match the entered customer's body dimensions is used. In addition to manually uploading the data to the server after modifying the service outside the server, the server is equipped with an apparel CAD parametric function (a function to change the pattern to correspond to the entered body dimensions of the customer). It is also possible to configure so that the registered pattern is automatically changed in the server each time. In addition, according to the invention, the patterner not only has an opportunity to sell the pattern created by himself / herself to other patternners in the industry, but also substantially purchases the product through general customers' purchase. There are advantages to increasing the number of opportunities to expand the number of pattern sales destinations or to receive a portion of the product sales value in exchange for providing the pattern.

Preferably, the processing unit is configured to register customer information including the input customer's body dimension data in the database unit.

According to such an invention, since the customer information including the customer's body dimension data is registered in the database unit, the customer's body dimension data can be input only for the first time, without having to enter it at the time of subsequent purchases. It has the advantage of being able to create patterns that conform to body dimensions and is highly convenient for customers. It is also possible to register customer information including information other than body dimension data (for example, customer name, address, telephone number, mail address, date of birth, comments on products, etc.). And product manufacturers have the advantage that the customer information can be used for sales promotion activities, such as notification of new product information and preferential customer sales, and for reference in new product development.

Preferably, the client computer is provided in a product store.

According to such an invention, since the body dimension data of the customer can be input through a client computer provided in a product store (retail store or the like), for example, accurate data measured by an expert working in the store can be obtained. This can be reflected in pattern creation, and has the advantage that customers can definitely purchase products that fit the body. Also, a product dealer having a client computer can sell not only products registered in the system according to the present invention but also other products lined up in the store by actually visiting the store. You can expect The availability of the system itself has the advantage that it can be appealing as a feature different from other product dealers. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

FIG. 1 is a schematic configuration diagram illustrating a pattern search / distribution system for an apparel CAD according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing an example of contents of the website of the server shown in FIG. FIG. 3 shows an example of the content of the top page shown in FIG.

Figure 4 shows a display example of the pattern download screen.

Figure 5 shows a display example of the search screen.

Figure 6 shows a display example of the search result screen.

Figure 7 shows a display example of the design picture view screen.

Figure 8 shows a display example of the download screen.

FIG. 9 shows a display example of an ID password input screen.

FIG. 10 shows a display example of the pattern upload screen.

Fig. 11 shows a display example of the upload screen.

Figure 12 shows a display example of the upload file screen.

Figure 13 shows a display example of the pattern plotter output screen.

FIG. 14 is a schematic configuration diagram illustrating a pattern search / distribution system for an apparel CAD according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 15 shows a display example of the product search screen.

Figure 16 shows an example of a product information list display screen.

Figure 17 shows a display example of the customer information input screen.

Figure 18 shows a display example of the textile color selection screen.

Figure 19 shows a display example of the product size determination screen.

FIG. 20 shows a display example of the order confirmation screen. BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 1 is a schematic configuration diagram illustrating a pattern search / distribution system for an apparel CAD according to a first embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 1, the search and distribution system 1 includes a server 2 connected to an Internet 5 and a client computer 3 that performs data transfer with the server 2 via the Internet 5.

The server 2 stores a data base unit 21 in which patterns of predetermined clothing such as clothing for CAD are registered and a registered pattern in response to a request from the client computer 3. A processing unit 22 for displaying, downloading a desired pattern, and charging is provided.

In the search and distribution system 1 having such a configuration, the user downloads a desired pattern from the registered patterns displayed on the client computer 3, and then downloads the apparel CAD application installed on the computer 3. It is possible to read the pattern with software and edit the sewing allowance, grating, etc., and use it for the production of clothes and the like.

If the avatar CAD application is not installed in the client computer 3, the desired pattern can be downloaded and then edited on another computer on which the application is installed. It is. In addition, a user who does not have a plotter himself is configured to be able to print a pattern by using the plotter 4 connected to the server 2. Hereinafter, an example of the content of the website on the server 2 will be described in detail. FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing an example of the contents of the website of the server 2. As shown in FIG. 2, when a user accesses the server 2 through the client computer 3, the top page 201 is first displayed.

FIG. 3 shows an example of the content of the top page 201. As shown in Figure 3, The top page is displayed separately in the upper and lower rows. The upper part is the pattern distribution content for registered users registered through the procedure described below, and the lower part is composed of apparel CAD explanation content for unregistered users. User registration is usually performed by registering in advance when purchasing apparel CAD application software, and issuing an ID that can log in to the server 2. Users who have not purchased the application can register on the Web. At the time of user registration, information required for billing is input, and the billing system is operated at the time of downloading pattern data described later.

Next, a case where the pattern down port 202 is selected in the top page 201 of FIG. 2 will be described. To search and download a pattern, click on the “pattern download” button 202 on the top page screen shown in FIG. As a result, the pattern download screen shown in FIG. 4 is displayed.

As shown in Fig. 4, on the pattern download screen, a description of the download, a description of the amount, and a procedure such as a settlement method are described. Alternatively, the title of each item may be displayed with a button, and the corresponding button may be clicked to jump to a page describing the content. After the user has read and understood the above description, the user can click the “search” button 203 to proceed to the search screen. Figure 5 shows a display example of the search screen. As shown in FIG. 5, on the search screen, the search can be performed by appropriately inputting the items necessary for the pattern search. To search for multiple items, click the “AND” button 203 a or the “〇R” button 203 b on the screen. Each item is configured to be selectable from the pull-down menu, and its contents are created with reference to the information of the pattern registered in the data base 21 in FIG. Specifically, the item “Item” contains the names of clothes such as blouses, pants, and jackets, the item “Category 1” contains the classification names of women's clothing, children's clothing, casuals, etc., and the item “Target” contains the age. , Young, Mrs., etc., the target demographic name may be the product creator name or the middle name in the item “Creator”), but the brand is similar to the product in the item “Approximate brand” Names are listed respectively. In the item "keyword", the user can input an arbitrary key code for search. Clicking the “design image list (A)” button 204 displays a list of registered pattern design images (such as hanger last). The pattern can also be selected by clicking on the design images displayed in this list.

If search conditions are set on the search screen shown in FIG. 5 and the "search" button 203c is clicked, the heading of the pattern that matches the search conditions is displayed on the search result screen shown in FIG. In the search result screen shown in FIG. 6, after specifying the desired pattern No. from the search results by clicking with the mouse, click the "Design image view" button 205 or the "Pattern view" button 206. Click to display the design picture or pattern of the pattern in full screen. Pressing the “image” button 207 in the pattern No. column displays a full-screen image of the product (such as a photo of a person wearing it). The “image” button 207 is configured to be clickable only for a file in which an image photo is registered at the time of uploading, which will be described later). Further, if the "design image list (B)" button 208 is pressed, a list of design images of the patterns output as search results is displayed.

FIG. 7 shows the design image view screen displayed when the “design image view” button 205 in FIG. 6 is clicked. As shown in Fig. 7, the design image view screen has a "size table" button 209. Clicking on this button displays the finished dimension table whose specifications were entered when the pattern was created. When the “pattern view” button 206 in FIG. 6 or the “pattern view” button 206 a in FIG. 7 is clicked, the selected pattern is displayed on the full screen as in FIG. In addition, it has a zoom function and a scroll function, and it is possible to view the pattern partially enlarged.

When the pattern to be displayed is displayed by displaying the pattern view or design image view by the above operation, press the “download” button 210 a in FIG. 6 or the “download” button 210 b in FIG. 7. As a result, the download screen shown in Fig. 8 appears. Is shown.

As shown in FIG. 8, on the download screen, among the selected patterns, the pattern No. of pressing the "download" button 210a or 210b, the amount, and the total amount are displayed. To start downloading with the displayed content, click the “Start download” button 210c. When downloading a plurality of patterns including patterns other than the displayed ones, click the “Add” button 210 d to return to the search result screen shown in FIG. After performing the operation such as., Click the “Start download” button 210c.

By clicking the “Start download” button 210c in FIG. 8, the ID password input screen shown in FIG. 9 is displayed. The ID number and password entered by the user on the screen shown in FIG. 9 are collated with the registered ID number and password. If correct, the download will start; if incorrect, an error message will appear and prompt you to re-enter.

By the operation described above, a pattern is searched and downloaded, and a predetermined amount of money is charged.

Next, a case where pattern upload 2 11 1 is selected on the top page 201 shown in FIG. 2 will be described. When uploading a pattern created by a user, the “pattern upload” button 211 may be specified on the top page screen shown in FIG. As a result, the pattern upload screen shown in FIG. 10 is displayed.

As shown in FIG. 10, on the pattern upload screen, similarly to the pattern down screen of FIG. 4, a description of the upload, a description of the amount of money, a settlement method, and the like are described. After the user has read and understood the above description and pressed the “Upload” button 211 a, an ID password input screen similar to the screen shown in FIG. 9 is displayed. After the ID number entered by the user and the password are verified, if it is correct, the upload screen shown in Fig. 11 is displayed. As shown in Fig. 11, on the upload screen, input necessary items for uploading. Specifically, enter the name of the clothes in the item “Item”, the classification name in the item “Category”, and the target demographic of the product in the item “Target”. Any of the above items can be selected from the pull-down menu. Also, enter the product creator name (handle name is also possible) in the item "Creator", enter the brand name close to the product in the item "Approximate brand", and enter the word used for search in the item "Keyword". I do. The item "keyword" may indicate that as many words as possible are to be input. In addition, enter a product introduction in the “Heading” field. After inputting the above items, press the “Upload file selection” button 2 1 2, and the upload file selection screen shown in Fig. 12 will be displayed.

As shown in FIG. 12, on the upload file selection screen, upload files stored in a predetermined folder in a predetermined folder of the client computer 3 are displayed. If there is no mistake in the display, click the "Start upload" button 2 1 2a to start uploading. The uploaded drawing is checked on the server 2 side in Fig. 1 and registered in the database section 21 overnight. If there are any inaccuracies in the developed drawings or input items, the user will be notified by email and re-uploaded or provided with the necessary information.

The pattern is uploaded by the operation described above.

Next, a case where the pattern plotter output 2 13 is selected on the top page 201 shown in FIG. 2 will be described. When the user desires to output the searched pattern or the like with the plotter 4 of FIG. 1, on the top page screen shown in FIG. 3, the “pattern plotter output” button 2 13 may be clicked. As a result, the pattern plotter output screen shown in FIG. 13 is displayed.

As shown in FIG. 13, the pattern plotter output screen describes the description of the plotter output service, the description of the amount of money, the settlement method, and the like, similarly to the pattern down port screen of FIG. 4. After the user has read and understood the above explanation, the “Plotter output” button 2 If you press 13a, an ID password input screen similar to the screen shown in Fig. 9 is displayed. After the ID number entered by the user and the password are verified, if correct, the user is prompted to send the mail in the specified format. The e-mail form consists of items such as company name, department name, person in charge, delivery date, presence / absence of cutting of the seam, delivery form, delivery method, delivery address and telephone number. And send the e-mail with the file that you want to output as a probe. After receiving this mail, the server 2 sends a confirmation mail to the client computer 2. If there is no problem, it is configured so that a predetermined plotter output is obtained.

In addition, the website on the server 2 has a FAQ search function. By clicking the “FAQ” button 2 14 on the top page screen shown in Fig. 3, the answers to the questions are displayed. You. In addition to pre-registering frequently asked questions as questions, the content is increased in response to questions from users. In addition to displaying the information in a list, it is configured so that users can search by category and keyword.

The website content of the server 2 described above is only an example, and the server displays the apparel CAD pattern registered in the database unit in response to a request from the client computer, and displays the desired pattern. It can take various forms as long as it has a function of downloading and charging to the client computer.

Next, an apparel CAD pattern search / delivery system according to a second embodiment of the present invention will be described.

FIG. 14 is a schematic configuration diagram illustrating a pattern search / distribution system for apparel CAD according to the second embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 14, similarly to the first embodiment, the search and distribution system 10 according to the second embodiment also includes a server 20 connected to the Internet 50 and a server via the Internet 50. 20 and client computers 31 and 32 that perform data transfer overnight. However, in this embodiment, the client The client computer 31 is installed at a garment or other product manufacturer (sewing factory), and the client computer 32 is installed at a product dealer (retail store).

In the same manner as in the first embodiment, the server 2 includes a database unit 21 in which patterns such as clothing for a predetermined apparel CAD are registered, and a request from client computers 31 and 32, A processing unit 22 for displaying the registered patterns, downloading the desired patterns, and charging.

The user downloads a desired pattern from the registration patterns displayed on the client computers 31 and 32, and then downloads the desired pattern using the apparel CAD application software installed on the computers 31 and 32. It is also similar to the first embodiment in that the pattern can be read and used to create clothes and the like by performing editing such as sewing and daring.

Further, similarly to the first embodiment, if the client CAD application is not installed in the client computers 31 and 32, after downloading a desired pattern, another client application is installed. It is also possible to edit in the combination. A user who does not have a plotter himself is configured to be able to print a pattern by using the plotter 40 connected to the server 20.

In the database unit 21 according to the present embodiment, in addition to the above-described pattern, information on products using the pattern (product name, product drawing, brand, selling price, etc.) is registered. The processing unit 22 displays such product information on the client computer 32 of the retail store. After browsing the product information displayed on the client computer 32 and selecting the desired product, customer information (customer's body dimension data · name · address · telephone number · e-mail address · birth date, comment on the product , Etc.), the processing unit 22 is configured to transmit the pattern associated with the selected product to the client computer 31 of the sewing factory and charge the same. Here, if a pattern conforming to the entered customer's body dimension data is not registered, Based on a predetermined pattern registered in advance, the control unit 22 changes the data to conform to the body size data by using the parametric function of the apparel CAD or the like, and then transmits the data to the client computer 31. Further, the processing unit 22 registers the input customer information in the database unit 21. As a result, as long as the customer information is entered for the first time, the registered customer information is referred to for the subsequent purchase only by inputting the predetermined customer number, etc., and is used for creating a pattern for the customer. You.

At the sewing factory where the client computer 31 is installed, after performing sewing and inspection based on the transmitted pattern, the product is sent to the retail store where the order was placed, that is, the retail store where the client computer 31 is installed. Ship. The shipped product is delivered to the customer at the retail store.

Hereinafter, an example of the content of a website (hereinafter, referred to as a “virtual shop”) related to product purchase provided by the server 20 according to the present embodiment will be described. In the virtual shop provided by the server 20, first, a search screen for searching for a product registered in the database unit 21 is displayed. FIG. 15 shows a display example of such a search screen. As shown in Fig. 15, on this search screen, enter search conditions such as product number, item, category 1, material, brand, price range, etc., and click the "Search" button 220. A list of product information that matches the search conditions is displayed.

Figure 16 shows an example of a product information list display screen displayed as a search result. As shown in Fig. 16, this screen displays a list of product numbers, product pictures, prices, product features, etc., for products that meet the search conditions. The desired product may be selected through 2. In the example shown in FIG. 16, the order of the corresponding product proceeds by clicking on the product number (Sampl No.) 2 21 1 or the product image 2 2 2.

When a desired product is selected on the list display screen shown in FIG. 16, a customer information input screen is displayed. FIG. 17 shows a display example of such a customer information input screen. As shown in Figure 17 Then, on this screen, enter the retail store number (shop No.) and customer number (customer No.), customer name, address, telephone number, e-mail address, etc., which were given through a predetermined registration procedure in advance. Then, by clicking “Send” button 22 3, it is registered in the database section 21. The registered customer information can be referred to for the above-mentioned billing, used for notification of new product information, sales promotion activities such as preferential customer special sale, and reference for new product development.

Also, by clicking the “Send” button 2 2 3 in Fig. 17, the textile color selection screen for the selected product is displayed. FIG. 18 shows a display example of such a text file selection screen. As shown in Fig. 18, on this screen, in addition to the product drawing of the selected product, an image 222 of the textile color applicable to the product and its number 222 are displayed in a list. After browsing this, the customer or the clerk of the retail store may select the desired textile color through the client computer 32. The example shown in FIG. 18 is configured so that the textile force to be applied is determined by clicking the image 222 or the image number 222 of the textile color.

After the textile color is determined as described above, the desired product size is determined on the product size determination screen. FIG. 19 shows a display example of such a product size determination screen. As shown in Fig. 19, this screen displays an original size display column 2 26 that shows a list of sizes prepared in advance for the selected product, and corrects the size according to the body dimensions of each customer 2 and 2 are displayed. In the original size display box 2 26, the length, shoulder width, bust, waist, sleeve length, and girder length for each of the specified sizes (9, 11, and 13 in the example shown in Fig. 19) The dimensions are displayed in advance. The customer or the clerk of the retail store can view such a display, click the desired size, and click the “send” button 228 if there is no need to make any particular correction. On the other hand, if the dimensions displayed in the original size display box 2 26 do not match the customer's body dimensions, the closest After selecting the size (No. 13 in the example in Fig. 19), enter the dimensions to be corrected among the dimensions such as length and shoulder width. After the dimensions are corrected in this way, the order contents of the product are determined by clicking the “Send” button 228 in the same manner. The product size entered as described above means customer body dimension data, and is linked to the customer information such as the customer's address and name as described above, and then combined as customer information. Registered in the database section 22.

By clicking the "Send" button 2 28 in Fig. 19, the order content confirmation screen shown in Fig. 20 is displayed. As shown in Figure 20, this screen displays the product drawing, textile color, size, price, etc. of the product to be ordered, and if there are no mistakes, click the "Send" button. By doing so, the ordering procedure is completed.

The content of the virtual shop provided by the server 20 described above is merely an example, and information of products using the registered pattern is further registered in the database unit, and the content is desired. When the product is selected and the body dimension data of the customer is input, the client computer provided with the pattern corresponding to the input body dimension data and corresponding to the selected product is provided by the product maker. Various forms are possible as long as they have a function of transmitting and charging.

As described above, according to the pattern search / delivery system for barrel CAD according to the present invention, a server connected to the Internet and a client computer that performs data transmission with the server via the Internet. A search and distribution system comprising: a database unit in which a pattern for apparel CAD is registered; and, in response to a request from the client computer, the registered pattern displayed on the client computer. A wide range of users having client computers connected to the Internet were registered in the server's desktop section to provide a processing section for downloading and charging for the desired pattern at the client convenience. Search, browse and download patterns Because, Various improvements can be made to the down-patched patterns to create better patterns, which in turn can improve the design level of the entire apparel industry.

In particular, when the processing unit is configured to additionally register the pattern in the database unit by inputting an apparel CAD pattern from the client computer, the client computer can download the apparel CAD pattern from the client computer. Because other users using other client computers can search, browse, and download the uploaded pattern, information exchange between users can be facilitated. Further, since the user who uploaded the pattern is charged when another user downloads the pattern, the system according to the present invention has an excellent effect that the system can sell the pattern.

Further, the product maker further comprises a second client computer for transmitting data to and from the server via the Internet, wherein the data base unit further includes information of a product using the pattern. When the registered, registered, processing unit browses the product information through the client computer, selects a desired product, and inputs the customer's body size data, If it is configured to transmit the pattern corresponding to the dimensional data and associated with the selected product to the second client computer and to charge the second client computer, the user, especially a general customer, may register. Not only search, browse, and download the patterns, but also order and purchase products that use such patterns. To have the advantage of being. It also has the advantage that a product that fits the customer's body can be created. Furthermore, for patterners, not only will they have the opportunity to sell their own patterns to other patterners in the industry, but they will also be able to expand the number of customers to which they can sell through the purchase of products by general customers. There is an advantage that receiving a part of the sales amount of the product in consideration of providing the pattern will increase the chances at which the product will be offered.

In addition, the processing unit may store the input customer information including the body dimension data of the customer in advance. If it is configured to be registered in the database section, simply enter the body dimensions data for the first time and create a pattern that matches the customer's body dimensions without having to enter it at the next purchase. It has the advantage of being highly convenient for customers. In addition, since customer information including information other than body size data can be registered, product dealers and product manufacturers can use the customer information for sales promotion activities such as notification of new product information and special customer preferential sales. And has the advantage of being able to contribute to the development of new products.

Further, when the client computer is provided in a product store, the body dimension data of the customer can be input through the client computer provided in the product store (retail store or the like). It has the advantage that accurate data measured by specialists working at the company can be reflected in pattern creation, and customers can definitely purchase products that fit the body. In addition, for a product dealer having a client computer, when a customer actually visits a store, it is possible to sell not only products registered in the system according to the present invention but also other products lined up in the store. In addition to being promising, the fact that this system can be used has the advantage that it can be appealed as a feature different from other product dealers.

Claims

The scope of the claims

1. A search and distribution system comprising: a server connected to the Internet; and a client computer for transmitting data to and from the server via the Internet.

The server displays a registered pattern on the client computer in response to a request from the client computer, and displays a registered pattern on the client computer in response to a request from the client computer. A pattern search and distribution system for apparel CAD, characterized by comprising a processing unit for downloading and charging at the computer.

2. The apparel CAD pattern search according to claim 1, wherein the processing section additionally registers the pattern in the database base section by inputting an apparel CAD pattern from the client computer. Delivery system.

3. A second client computer provided by the product maker and configured to transmit data to and from the server via the Internet, and

The database section further stores information on products using the pattern,

When the product information is browsed through the client computer, a desired product is selected, and when a customer's body size data is input, the processing unit conforms to the input body size data. The apparel CAD pattern search and distribution according to claim 1, further comprising transmitting a pattern associated with the selected product to the second client computer and charging the same. system.

4. The apparel CAD system according to claim 3, wherein the processing unit registers customer information including the inputted customer's body dimension data in the database base unit. system.

5. The client computer according to claim 3, wherein the client computer is provided in a product store.