Product Design Research Based on Sustainable Concept

Abstract

In the premise of achieving corresponding functions, sustainable design means to take the most natural, harmless and energy-saving materials to realize the product functions to meet the need of the present without compromising the ability of future generation to meet their own needs. While with the Chinese characteristic features and the endless expansion demand on consumption, design is going on the opposite direction. The product design research based on sustainable concept is a re-examined view of human-oriented design in front of the challenge of limited resources protection. And with the help of unlimited creativities and design, we can care more about our nature and society on one hand. On the other hand, the silent affection and promotion on green, energy-saving and low-carbon living concept will also definitely influence our human being to be more rational.

A modularly tailored commuter ferry platform

“…The standard module definitions and interfaces promote reusability [3] as opposed to traditional ferries. Also interfaces ease part replacement and upgrades, thus prolonging the service life [14] and [31]. Finally, during the post operational phase, such a ferry would be easier to recycle with easier segregation of the components [30].…”

“…Together, they promote economies of scale [40], design flexibility [59], greater variety of design combinations for assembly and production [29]), reduction in tooling and inventory requirements [22], increased efficiency of processes [29] and optimized equipment usage and resources [64]. Modular design also promotes recyclability [30], serviceability [15], reparability [14] and upgradability [1].…”

Repair of electronic products: Consumer practices and institutional initiatives

“…Tax products that are difficult to repair and recycle. (Durand, 2016;The Guardian, 2016;European Comission, 2017, Rogers et al, 2021 Informative Label of excellence for durable, repair-friendly designed electrical and electronic appliances (ONR 192102) (Austria): a label of excellence for durable and repair-friendly products (covering aspect such as nondestructive disassembly, availability of parts for ten years, free access to repair documentation...) (Durand, 2016 (Cheng 2012, Gu and Sosale, 1999, Umeda et al 2008, Yan and Feng 2014 and disassembly of products (Go et al 2015, Gu and Sosale, 1999, Umeda et al 2008 due to structural and functional independence, interface and minimization of interaction between modules and external influences (Stewart and Yan, 2008).…”