Simon Schütte - Böcker

"Unlocking Emotions in Design: A Comprehensive Guide to Kansei Engineering" delves into the captivating realm of Kansei Engineering, an innovative methodology originating from Japan that revolutionizes product design and development. Unlike traditional approaches, Kansei Engineering places emotions and psychology at the heart of the design process. By unraveling the intricate tapestry of users' emotional responses and psychological nuances when engaging with products, this methodology transcends mere functionality to craft profound user experiences. Through insightful examples and a didactic journey, this book demystifies the foundational tenets of Kansei Engineering. As readers embark on this voyage, they'll traverse a landscape of diverse tools meticulously tailored for the methodology's application. These tools, akin to a craftsman's instruments, empower designers to decipher the intangible intricacies of human emotions and weave them seamlessly into their creations. Readers will emerge with a profound grasp of the Kansei Engineering methodology. Armed with this enriched comprehension, they will be adept at carrying our their own Kansei Engineering studies, a testament to the book's efficacy as a transformative learning resource. As designers and enthusiasts embrace the teachings held within, they will wield the power to evoke precise emotional landscapes through their creations, ultimately fostering unparalleled user satisfaction and profound engagement.

The two volume set, LNCS 2313 and LNCS 2314, constitutes the proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Kansei Engineering and Emotion Research, KEER 2024, held in Taichung, Taiwan during November 20–23, 2024. Exploring the Intersection of Kansei Engineering and Affective Computing in Digital Media Design Research;