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메뉴Background: With the rapid advancement of AI and robotics, Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) has been increasingly adopted in medical care, educational counselling, service reception and other scenarios. User trust directly impacts robots’ acceptance and operational effectiveness, and the lack of such trust has become a key barrier to the development of human-robot collaboration. Purpose: This paper focuses on the construction mechanism of user trust in HRI, aiming to explore its key influencing factors and action paths to provide theoretical support and design insights for trust-oriented interaction design. Methods: The study combines literature analysis, typical case analysis, and cross-case comparison, summarizing core design features and user feedback of representative human-robot products at home and abroad. Results: This study proposes a multi-factor collaborative trust construction framework. It emphasizes that the design of future human-robot interaction should focus on establishing a dynamic trust relationship. This approach aims to improve the system's transparency, predictability and emotional connection to enhance the user acceptance and reliance on robots. The findings of this study are significant for optimizing user experience and increasing the social acceptance of intelligent interactive products Conclusion: The findings are of great significance for optimizing user experience and enhancing the social acceptance of intelligent interactive products, with practical implications for HRI design practice.
Background: The vibrant isiZulu exhibition “uBuciko bamaZulu aKwaZulu” was created specifically to commemorate Africa Month. It was on display at the Empangeni Art and Cultural History Museum from May 30 to July 31, 2025. It included the diverse artistic talents of Thabani Zulu (spray painter), Mantombi Mkhwanazi (beader), Thobani Mthethwa (draughtsman), Xolani Qwabe (mixed media artist) and Willis Nxumalo (sculptor) from Empangeni, KwaZulu Natal. Purpose: The exhibition sought to facilitate cultural exchange, artistic dialogue, and community-student engagement, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and cultural continuity. It aimed to address historical imbalances in South Africa’s art world and enhance the visibility of local artists. Methods: This study employed practice-led research that integrated curators’ emotional engagement and curatorial care for the artworks and exhibition setting, as well as practical participation by students. Results: This study bridged a gap between artists and the community, by creating a supportive environment that celebrated and preserved Zulu Art. Educational components, such as artist talks and walkabouts that were integrated into the exhibition program, provided opportunities for knowledge sharing and skill development. Conclusion: This study aspired to be more than just an art exhibition; it aimed to be a catalyst for cultural revitalization, artistic empowerment, and community cohesion, celebrating the enduring power and beauty of Zulu artistic expression during Africa Month and beyond.
Background: Although traditional culture plays an increasingly prominent role in China’s cultural development, inadequate promotion of Minnan culture, especially Zhangzhou embroidery, has constrained public engagement. Its traditional and outdated patterns restrict integration into modern fashion. Purpose: This study aims to enhance public understanding of Minnan intangible cultural heritage (ICH) and highlight AI technology’s role in its innovation. Methods: Research methods include literature review, field investigation, case studies, narrative research on ICH inheritance practices, and quantitative-qualitative integration, focusing on innovative expression. Results: AI technology has enabled the development of multiple sets of innovative Zhangzhou embroidery patterns, realizing the appropriate integration of Minnan cultural elements with new Chinese-style clothing, and providing practical approaches to boost the popularity of Minnan ICH and facilitate its integration into daily life. Conclusion: The study deepens public understanding of Minnan ICH, emphasizes AI’s positive role in fashion innovation, promotes the integration of Minnan culture into new Chinese-style clothing, and supports the preservation and innovative development of traditional culture in the new era.
Background: With the evolution of the times, the focus on the inheritance and innovation of traditional culture has gradually shifted, and a trend of integrating fine traditional culture with cultural and creative products has emerged in the consumer market. The discovery and excavation of the Sanxingdui site have driven the rapid development of the cultural industry centered on Sanxingdui culture, injecting new impetus into the design of cultural and creative products. Purpose: This study aims to explore consumers’ perceptions and demands for Sanxingdui cultural and creative products, thereby providing targeted suggestions for product design. Methods: Literature analysis, case studies, questionnaire surveys, the Kano model, and Better-Worse analysis (coupled with demand attribute classification) were employed to deeply explore and organize data, so as to clarify the internal structure and priority hierarchy of consumer demand. Results: Through rigorous analysis of questionnaire data and application of the Kano model, five dimensions of consumer demand were identified, and in-depth user demand analysis was conducted. Conclusion: Consumers prioritize experiential value and hold high expectations for the utility of Sanxingdui cultural and creative products. Exploring users’ potential needs can effectively improve satisfaction and engagement, while providing novel insights for the design of such products.
Background: The rising prevalence of hypertension is a major global health challenge. As a leading risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, it poses a major threat to human health, making hypertension prevention and management critical public health priorities. Accurate measurement and long-term consistent monitoring are essential for effective hypertension control. With the rapid advancement of internet and innovative technologies, integrating smart blood pressure monitors with dedicated mobile apps has become a prominent trend in blood pressure care. Purpose：This study focuses on the interface design of smart blood pressure monitors and their paired apps, aiming to offer practical insights for optimizing these digital health tools to enhance user acceptance, long-term engagement, intuitive experiences, and the sustainable development of intelligent health management systems. Methods: Adopting case analysis and literature review, three leading Republic of Korean smart blood pressure monitor apps were selected. Key analyses included user interaction processes, information architecture, and GUI elements (layout, color, icons, typography, data visualization). Results: The Omron HEM-7280T and its app feature a well-structured interface with clear information hierarchy, intuitive navigation, and strong usability. In contrast, the InBody BP170B app provides basic functions but lacks in-depth health insights and engagement features. The Biogram LS808-BS app has an overly complex, cluttered layout and insufficient guidance, causing confusion and reduced efficiency. These differences confirm that interface design significantly impacts user experience and management effectiveness. Conclusion: Smart blood pressure monitor design should prioritize both hardware performance and user-centric interface/app design. Given age-related variations in cognitive abilities, usage habits, and technology adoption, user research aligned with actual needs is crucial. Addressing user cognitive load and diverse contexts enables user-centered innovation, improving experience and hypertension control rates for more effective, sustainable blood pressure management.
Background: As the automotive industry advances towards intelligence, electrification and low-carbon solutions, transportation vehicle design education is also undergoing a transformation, gradually transitioning from basic styling training to developing systematic and interdisciplinary skills. The Conceive-Design-Implement-Operate (CDIO) educational concept provides a theoretical foundation for integrating engineering and design education. Purpose：This study aims to develop a transportation vehicle design curriculum system guided by CDIO to effectively combine design thinking with engineering logic, and enhance students’ systematic thinking , practical skills, and the ability to adapt to industrial demands. Methods: The research adopts a comprehensive framework that follow the sequence of “conception - design - implementation – operation.” It establish a project-based teaching loop that includes "demand insight - concept creation - digital model - solution iteration - verification and evaluation." In actual teaching, methods such as design thinking, digital modeling and virtual reality have been introduced into the classroom and hands-on activities. Additionally, through collaboration between schools and enterprises, along with dual-mentor system, the course content is closely aligned with industry demands. Results: After the implementation of the course, students’ comprehensive abilities from concept generation to system operation have significantly improved, and their skill to balance artistic intuition and engineering constraints has been further enhanced, providing a reference for designing and optimizing future courses. Conclusion: The CDIO framework effectively integrate project-based learning, interdisciplinary content and industrial practice, providing a feasible approach for the transformation of design education from a focus on “academization” to “industrialization.”
