Industrial Design

In our department, research is conducted on experience design concerning how users perceive products, how they use them, and how they wish to use them. The relationship and interaction between products and users, as well as users’ positive product experiences, are investigated on the basis of different products and systems.

Today, user research has become an important part of industrial design. For this purpose, research is conducted in our department on how users perceive products, how they use them, and how they wish to use them.

Related Projects:

Development of Outdoor Exercise Equipment According to User Needs and Expectations, TÜBİTAK 1001 Program, 2015

Socially Interactive Robot User Tests, SciRobot Technology, 2015

Understanding the Effect of the Technological Product Use Phases (Persistent, Ongoing Product Experience) Model on the Design Process, 2016–2017

Activities are carried out for the preparation and dissemination of an educational web portal on “The Role and Importance of Biomimicry in Design.”

Related Projects:

BIOFORENT “Biomimicry for Entrepreneurs,” European Union Erasmus+ Programme, Key Action 2: Cooperation for Innovation and the Exchange of Good Practices, Project Proposal

Any idea can be transformed into a product only at the end of the product development process. Product development processes are relatively costly and slow, and in order to accelerate these processes, computer-aided design software and hardware are predominantly used, and different applications of these tools are investigated.

Related Projects:

Industrial Design Needs and Requirements Research for the Defense Industry, 2016

Design of a Fully Automated Chemotherapy Drug Preparation Unit, Oncosem Inc. – KOSGEB R&D and Innovation Support, 2015

Rail Systems Conceptual Design Project, ASELSAN Inc., 2013

Phototherapy Device Design, Medical Products Design Center, 2012

“Medical Products Design Center,” Ankara Development Agency, 2012

In recent years, as the use of technology in personal health has become widespread, health research has become one of the focal points of interdisciplinary studies in design. These are mostly studies or designs aimed at creating awareness through technology and guiding behavioral change to encourage people to adopt healthier lifestyles.

Related Projects:

Development of Outdoor Exercise Equipment According to User Needs and Expectations, 2015–2018

In the medical products sector, our country is dependent on imports at a rate of 85%. In this sector, which involves advanced technology, ease of use, and aesthetic considerations, medical product development studies are carried out in order to provide scientific contributions to domestic manufacturers and to guide the steps of product development.

Related Projects:

Design of a Fully Automated Chemotherapy Drug Preparation Unit, Oncosem Inc. – KOSGEB R&D and Innovation Support, 2015

Design of a Centrifuge and Centrifuge Locking Mechanism, NÜVE Medical Devices, 2013

“Medical Products Design Center,” Ankara Development Agency, 2012

Phototherapy Device Design, Medical Products Design Center, 2012

Human-centered design (HCD) and design thinking are sets of design methods aimed at
generating innovative and effective solutions to complex problems. Within the current roles of
designers, these approaches underscore the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration,
problem-solving, and achieving creative outcomes.

Researchers:
Dr. Hande Işık Tosun
Relevant Courses: EÜT425 Design Methods

Design for Subjective Wellbeing is a human-centered approach that aims to increase
individuals’ perceived happiness and satisfaction. By addressing physical, emotional, and
social needs in a balanced manner, this approach seeks to holistically support overall
wellbeing.

Researchers:
Dr. Hande Işık Tosun
Relevant Courses: EÜT425 Design Methods