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A study of different approaches to material design exploration for physical and virtual prototypes

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  • Wei-Chen Chang

    (Chang Gung University [Taïwan])

  • Wan Zi Lin

    (NCKU - National Cheng Kung University)

  • Nabil Khelil

    (CREM - Centre de recherche en économie et management - UNICAEN - Université de Caen Normandie - NU - Normandie Université - UR - Université de Rennes - CNRS - Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique)

  • Yun-Feng Chang

Abstract

Care product design has evolved from prioritizing functionality to incorporating emotional significance, especially during material shortages. Integrating sensory experiences and simulation technologies enables designers to create products with enhanced happiness value and healing effects. This study explores the virtual and physical evaluations in care product design, focusing on material properties, sensory applications, and virtual simulations. The aim of this study is to create a future care product design with a happiness value and a healing role, from material design and simulation technology to virtual design and physical evaluation, particularly in the application of texture assessment. A mixed-methods approach combining design anthropology, sensory analysis, and advanced simulation technologies was employed. Quantitative methods included surveys assessing user perceptions of attractiveness, usability, creativity, and emotional appeal of care product designs. Qualitative methods involved Delphi interviews with expert designers and participant surveys, alongside in-depth interviews exploring the emotional and tactile dimensions of material perception. Virtual and physical prototype evaluations were compared to identify gaps and optimize design strategies. Findings underscore the importance of bridging virtual and physical design evaluations. Radar Chart analyses revealed virtual prototypes effectively conveyed attributes like "charm", "exquisite", and "creativity", driving consumer engagement. CMF (Color, Material, Finish)-based innovations demonstrated the dual role of care products in delivering emotional and aesthetic value, with virtual simulations enhancing sensory evaluations and design efficiency. This study highlights the transformative potential of human-centered care product design by integrating rational science, emotional aesthetics, and cross-disciplinary innovation. The findings create new value in design.

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  • Wei-Chen Chang & Wan Zi Lin & Nabil Khelil & Yun-Feng Chang, 2025. "A study of different approaches to material design exploration for physical and virtual prototypes," Post-Print hal-04932975, HAL.
    • Handle: RePEc:hal:journl:hal-04932975
    DOI: 10.1007/s12008-025-02225-6
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