Traditional product representations and new digital tools in the dimensioning activity: A designers’ point of view on difficulties and needs

Type de document

Études primaires

Année de publication

2018

Langue

Anglais

Titre de la revue

The Design Journal

Première page

707

Dernière page

730

Résumé

The interfacing of traditional product representations (e.g., sketches, drawings, artefacts) with new digital tools (e.g., graphics, tablets, DHM, CAD) poses several difficulties. While digital tools have undergone significant developments, some, such as digital human modelling (DHM), are still underused. This study presents an overview and useful insights as to the needs and current work methods of designers based on discussions conducted within a focus group with 12 designers and DHM representatives. The discussions show that computer-aided design (CAD) is used from the start, raising concerns regarding efficiency. Many industrial designers develop their own DHM to meet their needs. Many would like tools supporting the decision-making process by providing possible solutions, both technical and organizational. Artefacts are at the centre of the dimensioning process, compensating for interface problems and lacking data. Ergonomics is seen as important, ergonomists are not. Potential solutions and the need to better integrate developers and designers are considered.

Mots-clés

Changement technologique, Technological change, Choix de technologie, Choice of technology, Prise de décision, Decision making, Évaluation ergonomique, Ergonomic evaluation, Méthode de travail et sécurité, Safe working method

Numéro de projet IRSST

2013-0035

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