COMPUTER TECHNOLOGIES IN JEWELRY DESIGN: DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF FORM FROM SKETCH TO ADAPTIVE PROTOTYPE

Abstract

The article explores the transformation of jewelry design within the context of the contemporary end-toend digitalization of the project lifecycle: from initial concept formation to the creation of an adaptive jewelry prototype. The study aims to identify the specific features of interaction between the design intent and various digital tools at different stages of development, from compositional form-finding to a physical ("living") prototype. The methodological framework is based on the analysis of sequential development stages, namely: conceptualization, 2D refinement, 3D modeling, preparation for additive manufacturing (considering material and technological constraints), and post-processing. It is highlighted that each stage of digital design determines the levels of precision, adaptability, manufacturability, and aesthetic expressiveness of the final product. The study substantiates that modern jewelry design is evolving as a hybrid system where digital technologies do not replace traditional craftsmanship but rather integrate with it, ensuring a balance between creative intent, technological precision, and material properties. It is demonstrated that the use of computer-aided design (CAD) and additive manufacturing expands the possibilities of form-finding and facilitates the creation of complex, individualized pieces. The research findings establish that the synergy of digital and traditional approaches provides effective iterative design refinement. The practical significance lies in the potential for optimizing the jewelry design process while enhancing product quality, innovation, and design complexity