Prototyping in mechatronic product development: how prototype fidelity levels affect user design input

L. S. Jensen, L. Nissen, N. Bilde, A. G. Özkil

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    Abstract

    This paper provides a study of prototyping; with the aim of understanding how the fidelity of prototypes affects inputs by users. During development of a mechatronic padlock, 4 physical prototypes at varying fidelity were fabricated. 66 interviews with users were conducted. Users were presented with 1 of the 4 prototypes. The study finds; fidelity of prototypes affects users’ feedback. Though not linearly and without unambiguity. This underlining the complexity of prototyping. A better understanding of how prototypes are perceived can help designers in establishing prototyping strategies.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationProceedings of the DESIGN 2018 15th International Design Conference
    EditorsD. Marjanović , M. Štorga , S. Škec , N. Bojčetić , N. Pavković
    PublisherDesign Society
    Publication date2018
    Pages1173-1184
    ISBN (Electronic)978-953-7738-59-4
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2018
    EventThe International Design Conference - DESIGN 2018 - Hotel Dubrovnik Palace, Dubrovnik, Croatia
    Duration: 21 May 201824 May 2018
    http://www.designconference.org/

    Conference

    ConferenceThe International Design Conference - DESIGN 2018
    LocationHotel Dubrovnik Palace
    Country/TerritoryCroatia
    CityDubrovnik
    Period21/05/201824/05/2018
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    Keywords

    • Prototyping
    • Prototyping strategies
    • Engineering design
    • Product design

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