Design of Filter-less Air Purifier by Using UI/UX Metrics

Abstract

Objective: The aim of this study is to design an overall physical interface such as shape design, icons, and UI function of a filter-less air purifier with dust-collecting technology. Background: As a result of market research for the product, existing air purifier has not been able to solve the disadvantage of complexity of menu and noise and over-function. In addition, not only the function of the product but also the design has become an important factor of consumption. Method: This study was divided into research for the derivation of shape design concept and research for part of interior design. In the study for the design concept, we used the methodology based on the survey and quantification type 1 theory. For the interface design, we conducted icon preference test using the eye-tracker. Results: As a result of the quantification type 1 analysis, it was found that the rounded shape, top interface position, plastic texture, and penetrating shape of ventilation part were chosen to improve consumer’s feeling of healthy and fresh purifier. In the results of the eye-tracking experiment, the subjects selected the house and wave pattern icons with the air cleaning function, the LED on/off function icon selected, and the majority of participants selected the pest control icon. Conclusion: It is expected that Small and Medium enterprises would be able to improve their competitiveness by using UI/UX metrics.