Search for dissertations about: "User-centered Design"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 37 swedish dissertations containing the words User-centered Design.

  2. 21. Usability Requirements for User-Controlled Robotic Eating Aids

    Author : Ann-Louise Lindborg; Maria Lindén; Albert Westergren; Annica Kristoffersson; Martin Ekström; Johan Blomkvist; Mälardalens universitet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; robotic eating aid; eating device; eating aid; usability requirement; user centered design; elektronik; Electronics;

    Abstract : The meal is fundamental in terms of nutrition but also from a social perspective. To be able to eat independently is described as important for the meal experience.  The development of a robotic eating aid called Bestic and the evolvement of a list of usability criteria for such an aid are described in this thesis. READ MORE

  4. 22. The GMOC Model : Supporting Development of Systems for Human Control

    Author : Simon Tschirner; Bengt Sandblad; Anders Jansson; Sebastiaan Meijer; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Human-Computer Interaction; User-Centered Design; Human Control; Train Traffic Control; Usability; System Development; Human Work; Railway Traffic; Rail Human Factors; Mental Models; Situation Awareness; Datavetenskap med inriktning mot människa-datorinteraktion; Computer Science with specialization in Human-Computer Interaction;

    Abstract : Train traffic control is a complex task in a dynamic environment. Different actors have to cooperate to meet strong requirements regarding safety, punctuality, capacity utilization, energy consumption, and more. The GMOC model has been developed and utilized in a number of studies in several different areas. READ MORE

  5. 23. Graphic Representation and Visualisation as Modelling Support for the Knowledge Acquisition Process

    Author : Anne Håkansson; Andreas Hamfelt; Harald Kjellin; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Datavetenskap; Artficial Intelligence; Knowledge-Based Systems; Knowledge Acquisition; Graphic Representation; Visualisation; Unified Modelling Language; Modelling Rule-based Systems; Visual programming; Declarative Programming; Information Networks; User-Centered Design; Knowledge Interface; Datavetenskap; Computer science; Datavetenskap; datalogi; Computer Science;

    Abstract : The thesis describes steps taken towards using graphic representation and visual modelling support for the knowledge acquisition process in knowledge-based systems – a process commonly regarded as difficult. The performance of the systems depends on the quality of the embedded knowledge, which makes the knowledge acquisition phase particularly significant. READ MORE

  6. 24. Self Services and Disservices : Improving Avatars with Co-Design

    Author : Håkan Alm; Högskolan i Borås; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Co-Design; Avatar; e-Services; Self Service Technologies; Informatik;

    Abstract : Corporations and government agencies that use Avatars claim there are substantial benefits for using them in their respective organizations; including 24/7 service availability, quick answers without a phone queue, and improved consistency in the responses provided. “There are also potential cost savings by having an Avatar answering questions compared to using personnel” (Lind and Salomonson, 2006). READ MORE

  7. 25. Experience of furniture in homes: Creating conditions for the design with consideration to people in the third age

    Author : Oskar Jonsson; Industridesign; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Furniture Design; User Experiences; Aging Population; User-centred Design; People in the Third Age;

    Abstract : This licentiate thesis in industrial design concerns the challenge and opportunity to meet the demographic changes and the future senior market. The aim is to explore how various user-centered design methods can be combined, modified and practiced to create conditions for the design of totally new or improved products. READ MORE