Fatores humanos no projeto de tecnologias vestíveis: análise das práticas de designers

Abstract

Wearable products, whether garments or devices, that incorporate electronics are considered an emerging interaction paradigm under the Human-Computer Interaction approach. Because of its unique characteristics and diverse contexts of use, the development of interactive wearable products demand a highly user-centered approach based on human factors. This paper presents a research that look into the design processes of such products in regards of the comprehension of human factors in the project. We aim to characterize this field practices by conducting interviews with established designers and developers assigned to interactive wearable products companies.