“…Through a comprehensive review of the data ( Fig. 4 ), thirty-three (80.5%) studies used quantitative methods, such as scales and experiments; two studies (4.9%) used qualitative methods, Focus Group Interview (FGI) [ 53 ] and Portable Ergonomic Observation (PEO) [ 76 ]; and six (14.6%) studies used mixed methods [ 41 , 43 , 68 , 70 , 71 , 78 ]. Fig.…”
Section: Resultsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…There are no psychological or geographical studies included. Champion et al [ 41 ] Mix Motion Laboratory Study, Interviews, Pressure mapping Mix On-site measurements, Interview, Observation Vicon Nexus, MATLAB (2017b) Comparing a motorised high support chair to a conventional chair reveals measurable differences in joint angles and power for the person pushing the chair as well as reduced pressure for the person sitting in it. Small number of participants Cabegi de Barros et al [ 42 ] Quantitative Questionnaire, Anthropometric, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) Mix Questionnaire, On-site observation Specific software, SPSS Workstation adjustments to reduce postural exposure and perceived discomfort among office workers.…”
“…Through a comprehensive review of the data ( Fig. 4 ), thirty-three (80.5%) studies used quantitative methods, such as scales and experiments; two studies (4.9%) used qualitative methods, Focus Group Interview (FGI) [ 53 ] and Portable Ergonomic Observation (PEO) [ 76 ]; and six (14.6%) studies used mixed methods [ 41 , 43 , 68 , 70 , 71 , 78 ]. Fig.…”
Section: Resultsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…There are no psychological or geographical studies included. Champion et al [ 41 ] Mix Motion Laboratory Study, Interviews, Pressure mapping Mix On-site measurements, Interview, Observation Vicon Nexus, MATLAB (2017b) Comparing a motorised high support chair to a conventional chair reveals measurable differences in joint angles and power for the person pushing the chair as well as reduced pressure for the person sitting in it. Small number of participants Cabegi de Barros et al [ 42 ] Quantitative Questionnaire, Anthropometric, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) Mix Questionnaire, On-site observation Specific software, SPSS Workstation adjustments to reduce postural exposure and perceived discomfort among office workers.…”
“…The definition of 'game' varies greatly in the eyes of different scholars, but in numerous research activities, the characteristics of games can be clearly explained [5], which states that 'games can play basic entertainment functions, require a system of rules to form specific interactive contexts, and require people's participation'. However, in the current context, the definition of games has gradually become blurred due to the influence of the times.…”
As a tool for providing temporary rest services for the public in various public places, many large public places in China will install a certain number of public seats, thereby improving the humanized characteristics of urbanization development. For shopping malls, the role of public seats is to provide a temporary rest for those who go to the mall for consumption, play, and other activities, to alleviate fatigue while visiting the mall. Furthermore, for public seats in shopping malls, giving them certain gamification characteristics can add a sense of fun during the shopping mall rest process, allowing the crowd to relax in the busy work and life, Enjoy the relaxation brought by a little more leisure time. Therefore, the research on gamified public seat design in shopping malls based on scenario based thinking refers to using commercial and activity scenes of shopping malls as the basis of design thinking, in order to design public seats based on them, and endow them with gamified characteristics to improve the practical application value of shopping mall public seats.
The purpose of this study is to evaluate, through analysis, the ability of older persons to retrieve items from kitchen cabinets. To achieve this goal, data were collected from 128 valid questionnaires and supplemented with field research and user interviews. The study revealed that the elderly’s behavior in retrieving items from kitchen spaces is characterized by both high frequency and difficulty. For this experiment, a total of 42 participants, comprising 21 males and 21 females from the self-care elderly population in the Yangtze River Delta region, were recruited. Two different experimental settings were arranged: one with kitchen utensils arranged in a straight line and another with a purpose-made chest of drawers with varying heights. Video recordings using the Logitech C930C were utilized to capture the gestures and behaviors of the elderly while retrieving objects from the kitchen cupboards (cabinets). By employing a combination of the OpenPose model and the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) method, which involves calculating human posture angles, REBA scores, and determining the risk level of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs), a risk assessment framework for manual operations associated with WMSDs was developed. Using the angle data acquired from the user operation experiment as parameters, a gradient model of the elderly user’s operational capability was established. The findings indicated a significant impact of neck, trunk, and knee movements on the subjects (
P
< 0.001). The participants were able to distinguish between different levels of exertion, categorizing movements as ‘easy’, ‘moderate,’ or ‘strenuous.’ These results form the basis for a comfort gradient model for leaning over and retrieving items. Given the prevalent conditions of bone and joint degeneration and osteoporosis among the elderly population, it is evident that they face challenges when accessing items in the kitchen. Therefore, investigating the elderly’s execution abilities during the retrieval process becomes crucial. Understanding how different cabinet heights impact the joint angles of the elderly can be instrumental in optimizing cabinet designs for elderly users, thereby reducing their physical exertion in the kitchen and enhancing their comfort levels. This research holds significant value in improving the quality of life for the elderly population at home and fostering the advancement of elderly-friendly design principles.
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