End-User Design in Virtual Worlds: Development of Theory and Virtual Design Environments

2011 ◽  
pp. 391-394
Author(s):  
Benjamin Koehne
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
End User ◽  
Virtual Design ◽  
Design Environments ◽  
User Design

Constructing End-User Design Environments

1997 ◽  
pp. 537-541
Author(s):  
Richard B. Beeby ◽  
John G. Gammack ◽  
Malcolm K. Crowe
Keyword(s):  
End User ◽  
Design Environments ◽  
User Design

Constructive Design Environments

2002 ◽  
pp. 153-173
Author(s):  
John G. Gammack
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Software Engineering ◽  
End Users ◽  
Specific Information ◽  
End User ◽  
Design Environments ◽  
User Design ◽  
Is Development ◽  
Is Design

The philosophy of end user design proposes an approach to information systems provision where those involved in the human activity context are central to establishing the relevant requirements for their information systems. In this paper we develop the case for centering definitions and process flows on end users in their active situations. We examine the potential for basing integrated IS development upon the constructive and evolutionary processes in the client context. Provision of enterprise-wise IS design environments in which this approach becomes realistic implies a systemic reappraisal of the role of software engineering methods and their place in IS design. With reference to case studies we consider some organisational characteristics in which evolution of specific information systems can be achieved through provision of such design environments. Representative situations at the level of full application design and customisation, workflow definition and enterprise-wide development are considered.

Visual Creation of Virtual Design Environments and Virtual Worlds Research at ISS

1994 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 94-107 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gurminder Singh ◽  
Luis Serra ◽  
Kim Fairchild ◽  
Timothy Poston
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Virtual World ◽  
Large Collection ◽  
Virtual Design ◽  
Design Environments ◽  
Development Technology ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Visual Approach ◽  
High Level

Developing virtual worlds using toolkits and conventional programming-based approaches is a tedious, time-consuming, and often frustrating task. Too much learning of the toolkits and the basic development technology is necessary before the development can start. Even after that, it takes a long time to develop, test, and modify virtual worlds. At ISS, we are following a highly interactive and visual approach to virtual world construction, which allows virtual world designers to work with high-level concepts. This approach facilitates exploration in design and rapid prototyping. To achieve our goal, we are focusing on the following four base technologies: Bricks, a toolkit to support the development of virtual worlds; WorldNet, a toolkit to support the development of network-based virtual worlds; VizNet, a system that helps visualize a large collection of objects; and the Virtual Workbench, a crafting environment that uses virtual reality to build and manage objects.

Collaborative Shape Conceptualization in Virtual Design Environments

2001 ◽  
Vol 44 (12) ◽  
pp. 59-63 ◽  
Author(s):  
Imre Horváth ◽  
Zoltán Rusák
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Design ◽  
Design Environments

scholarly journals Defining the design requirements for an assistive powered hand exoskeleton: A pilot explorative interview study and case series

2020 ◽  
pp. 030936462096394
Author(s):  
Quinn A Boser ◽  
Michael R Dawson ◽  
Jonathon S Schofield ◽  
Gwen Y Dziwenko ◽  
Jacqueline S Hebert
Keyword(s):  
Hand Function ◽  
Case Series ◽  
End User ◽  
Specific Design ◽  
Device Development ◽  
Rehabilitation Technology ◽  
User Design ◽  
Design Requirements ◽  
Hand Exoskeleton ◽  
New Criteria

Background: Powered hand exoskeletons are an emerging technology that have shown promise in assisting individuals with impaired hand function. A number of hand exoskeleton designs have been described in the literature; however, the majority have not been supported by patient-oriented criteria. Objective: The aim of this study was to define preliminary end-user needs and expectations for an assistive hand exoskeleton. Study design: Explorative interview and case series. Methods: Six clinicians and eight individuals with impaired hand function were interviewed in small groups or individually. A standardized list of questions was used to elicit feedback on specific design criteria or promote the discovery of new criteria. In addition, three participants with impaired hand function returned for a second session where hand characteristics, such as range of motion and force required to flex/extend fingers, were recorded to further quantify design requirements. Results: Interview responses indicated that there was general consensus among participants on criteria relating to important grasp patterns, grip strength, wear time, and acceptable bulk/weight. However, interview responses and hand characteristics also revealed important differences between individuals with impaired hand function. Conclusion: Qualitative and quantitative data were collected to develop an understanding of end-user design requirements for assistive hand exoskeletons. Although the data collected were helpful in identifying some preliminary criteria, differences between participants exist and identifying a universal set of criteria applicable across individuals with impaired hand function is challenging. This work reinforces the importance of involving users of rehabilitation technology in the device development process.

Collaborative Virtual Design Environments: A Treatise of the Supporting Technologies

2002 ◽  
Author(s):  
Imre Horva´th ◽  
Zolta´n Rusa´k ◽  
Joris S. M. Vergeest
Keyword(s):  
Asset Management ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Fourth Generation ◽  
Coherent System ◽  
Virtual Enterprises ◽  
New Paradigm ◽  
Virtual Design ◽  
Design Environments ◽  
Heterogeneous Technologies ◽  
Advanced Interaction

The fourth generation of CAD/E systems appears in the form of collaborative virtual design environments (CVDEs). These distributed design support systems are based on a still developing new paradigm. Consequently, the standard architecture, functionality, and implementation of CVDEs are not fully elaborated yet. It is believed that six fundamental components are needed for a fully featured implementation: i. enhanced CAD/E kernel functionality, ii. multi-site imagining and advanced interaction, iii. high-speed communication and multi-channel networking, iv. collaboration support and virtual presence, v. knowledge asset management, and vi. interface to virtual enterprises. This paper investigates the supporting technologies with the aim to explore what is available, satisfactory, compatible, and experienced. The authors found that remarkable results have been achieved in terms of the supporting technologies, but for some CVDEs functions the technologies are not available so far. Currently the largest problem is to integrate the highly heterogeneous technologies into one coherent system. This is due partly to the inherent complexity of the problem, and partly to the uneven maturity of the technologies. It can be predicted without any hazard that dramatic changes will be witnessed soon in this front of research and development.

Virtual Design Teams in Virtual Worlds

2018 ◽  
pp. 500-526
Author(s):  
Pete B. Rive
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Teams ◽  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Second Life ◽  
Knowledge Flow ◽  
Design Teams ◽  
Virtual Design ◽  
Global Companies ◽  
New Ideas ◽  
Design Innovation ◽  
Virtual Ecosystem

Design innovation increasingly requires cross-functional virtual teams and is becoming plural, collaborative and distributed. In order for global companies to compete they must be able to sync with the rapidly increasing pace of change and be able to tap the international talent that may, in the future, only connect via virtual worlds and virtual reality. It is important to recognise how design innovation and knowledge flow are regulated and how the virtual ecosystem can either inhibit or excite collaboration and the creation of new ideas, and the design of useful prototypes. This chapter presents a theoretical framework using three models, with examples, to explain and understand how virtual design teams can identify the regulation of knowledge flow and collaboration in the virtual world, Second Life.

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