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Human-centred engineering design: a cross-disciplinary product innovation practice

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  16 May 2024

Sindre Wold Eikevåg ,
Jan Auernhammer ,
Christer W. Elverum ,
Henrikke Dybvik  and
Martin Steinert
Sindre Wold Eikevåg*
Affiliation:
Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway University of Bristol, United Kingdom
Jan Auernhammer
Affiliation:
Stanford University, United States of America
Christer W. Elverum
Affiliation:
Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway
Henrikke Dybvik
Affiliation:
Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway University of Bristol, United Kingdom
Martin Steinert
Affiliation:
Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway
*
sindre.w.eikevag@ntnu.no

Abstract

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This article introduces a Human-centred Engineering Design (HcED) practice, which values human aspects. This practice engages deeply into (1) human geometry and motion for specific tasks, (2) product and manufacturing complexities through rapid prototyping, and (3) the broader human task context. This cross-disciplinary method combines ergonomics, AM, sensor applications, and multiple design practices. The framework provides concrete tasks to drive innovative designs in engineering. The study, grounded in design research case studies, led to five new Paralympic Rowing world records.

Keywords

human-centred designengineering designdata-driven designproduct design

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Type
Design Organisation, Collaboration and Management
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Proceedings of the Design Society , Volume 4: DESIGN 2024 , May 2024 , pp. 255 - 264
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