Susan Postlethwaite
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Dr. Susan Postlethwaite’s research sits at the intersection of human factors, fashion design practice, and advanced manufacturing, with a focus on how robotic tooling can augment—rather than replace—skilled human labor. Her most cited work, a 2023 study, pioneers a human-centric approach to integrating robotics into low-volume, high-value fashion garment production. By combining human factors methods with fashion design practice research, she assessed the existing skills and decision-making capacities of UK sewing machinists, revealing both the nuanced expertise of these workers and their openness to robotic assistance as a means of upskilling. This contribution is critical for designing robotic tools that respect and enhance human craft, rather than automating it away. With 2 citations to date, her work is gaining traction among researchers in sustainable fashion and human-robot collaboration. Dr. Postlethwaite’s research offers a compelling model for inclusive technological innovation, ensuring that the future of fashion manufacturing remains both efficient and human-centered.
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