A conceptual design for a reclining car seat based on spinal curvature: Creating a prototype to validate the working principle of a reclining car seat for p5 to p95 car seat users

The automotive industry is looking at improving their new cars in different ways. Comfortability is a hot topic since it is dependent on so many aspects. The entire interior of the car influences how comfortable the end user is. Furthermore, autonomous vehicles are rising. That means that people have a lot of time to do other things while...

Enhancing seat comfort and performance: Designing a Morphing Material-Based Bolster System for JLR

This study investigates the integration of shape memory materials into bolster systems to enhance automotive seating design efficiency. By bridging the gap between morphing materials and seat ergonomics, it proposes a shape memory-based bolster adjustability system. Validation is achieved through the development of a working prototype, offering...

Design of Restraint Systems for Reclined Seating in the Automotive industry

As the automotive industry advances towards greater autonomy, the landscape of car travel is evolving. The integration of reclined seating within vehicles, made possible without major alterations to traditional layouts, presents a promising avenue for enhancing passenger experiences. This shift, however, comes with unique safety challenges due...

LightFit: A soft robotic seat for autonomous vehicles: Improving comfort of autonomous vehicles seats with soft robotic technology

This Master’s graduation thesis is a project elaborated for the automotive manufacturer BMW AG. It explores the possibilities given by soft robotic technology to improve comfort while sitting in self-driving vehicles. The project focuses on a specific scenario: a seat that enhances the relaxation experience on the car for long distance travels....

An ergonomic redesign for Scoozy

The founders of start-up Scoozy saw an opportunity in the market for electric mobility. The mobility scooter has been driving electric for over 40 years, but has barely innovated. The start-up came up with an alternative for the current mobility scooter: Scoozy. A first working prototype was build in 2017 and tested with potential users. This...

Design of an Adaptable Seat

Designing a bus seat with an increased comfort perception for the passengers with regards to physical and cognitive aspects was the assignment for my graduation project at the TU Delft executed in collaboration with VDL Bus & Coach.

New headrest concept with integrated IFE solution enhancing passengers’ privacy - and in-flight experience

This master thesis, “New headrest concept with integrated IFE solution enhancing passengers’ privacy - and in-flight experience” presents a design of a headrest with an integrated In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) system, focused on improving the passenger experience by adding support for the neck area and helping passengers enhance their privacy...

Seat design in the context of knowledge work

Performing knowledge work often involves prolonged sitting in a limited number of positions with little physical effort. This can lead to discomfort in the neck and shoulder region, and health problems in the back and neck. Subsequently, it can affect job performance adversely. In this PhD project is the influence of different seat design...