by Steven van Trooijen | June 15, 2018 | Topic 1: Human factors and ergonomics, Topic 5: Innovation + Design, Topic 7: User-centred design (UCD)
The Arc Mouse was an idea proposed by designers Seunghoon Shin and Chang Seok Kim during the 2012 IDEA Awards, which visually and practically, will revolutionize the way we use portable mouses nowadays. Although this is a conceptual mouse, this product could...
by Steven van Trooijen | December 12, 2017 | 7.1 User-centred design (UCD), 7.2 Usability, Topic 7: User-centred design (UCD)
The controls used for this lift is a great example of User-Centred Design. Initially, its noticeable that the controls follows all of the usability objectives, since the product is easy to use, very efficient, will provide unambiguous feedback, and ensures good...
by Steven van Trooijen | November 30, 2017 | 7.5 Beyond usability—designing for pleasure and emotion
The photograph above demonstrates some material being placed inside a mason jar, sealed off, and then heated to create an odour. This shall allow scientists and designers to check if the material is eligible for the product only if it can produce a attractive smell...
by Hopley | October 15, 2015 | 7.1 User-centred design (UCD)
The fundamental principle of UCD is understanding the needs of the users is the key to designing the best products and services. IB Syllabus – Higher Level A designer must consider the needs, wants and limitations of the end user within every element of...
by Hopley | September 4, 2015 | 7.2 Usability
Easy to use intuitive interface design allows new operators to quickly become competent in the basic operations of a product. Good user interface design can be the discriminating factor for a consumer’s level of customer satisfaction or frustration in their...
by Hopley | September 4, 2015 | 7.3 Strategies for user research
When carrying out user research, user populations can be classified into groups depending on age, gender and physical condition. This can allow the designer to gather detailed feedback to generate insights for design development that are particular to each group....
