Analysis and Classification of Shape-Changing Interfaces for Design and Application-based Research

Shape-changing interfaces are physically tangible, interactive devices, surfaces, or spaces that allow for rich, organic, and novel experiences with computational devices. Over the last 15 years, research has produced functional prototypes over many use applications; reviews have identified themes a...

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Published in:ACM computing surveys 2018-01, Vol.51 (1), p.1-32
Main Authors: Sturdee, Miriam, Alexander, Jason
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Classification
Computer science
Design
Designers
Interfaces
Prototypes
Prototyping
Studies
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Summary:Shape-changing interfaces are physically tangible, interactive devices, surfaces, or spaces that allow for rich, organic, and novel experiences with computational devices. Over the last 15 years, research has produced functional prototypes over many use applications; reviews have identified themes and possible future directions but have not yet looked at possible design or application-based research. Here, we gather this information together to provide a reference for designers and researchers wishing to build upon existing prototyping work, using synthesis and discussion of existing shape-changing interface reviews and comprehensive analysis and classification of 84 shape-changing interfaces. Eight categories of prototype are identified alongside recommendations for the field.
ISSN:0360-0300
1557-7341
DOI:10.1145/3143559