Integrating and applying models of comfort

Journal article (2020)

Authors

Neil Mansfield Nottingham Trent University
A. Naddeo University of Salerno
Susanne Frohriep Group Advanced Engineering
P. Vink Applied Ergonomics and Design - IDE
Research Group
Applied Ergonomics and Design (IDE) (TU Delft)
Comfort Discomfort Product design Comfort modelling
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Published Date

2020

Language

English

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Faculty

Industrial Design Engineering

Department

Human-Centered Design

Research Group

Applied Ergonomics and Design

Abstract

This paper gives an overview of the relevance of the comfort concept, its definitions, boundary conditions, and stakeholders. Current comfort theories are presented and reflected on, both in their applicability and testing methodology. Questionnaires commonly used to study comfort and discomfort are also reviewed. An example of a comfort lab is introduced in its functionality and tools, which can be useful as a benchmark for others studying comfort.