Interface Design Principles Research Articles

A Survey on the Design of Virtual Reality Interaction Interfaces

Virtual reality (VR) technology has made remarkable progress in recent years and will be widely used in the future. As a bridge for information exchanges between users and VR systems, the interaction interface is pivotal for providing users with a good experience and has emerged as a key research focus. In this review, we conducted a comprehensive search of the Web of Science and CNKI databases from 2011 to 2023 to identify articles dedicated to VR interaction interface design. Through a meticulous analysis of 438 articles, this paper offers a substantial contribution to the emerging field of VR interactive interface research, providing an in-depth review of the principal research advancements. This review revealed that the majority of studies are centered on practical case analyses within specific application scenarios, employing empirical evaluation methods to assess objective or subjective metrics. We then concentrated on elucidating the foundational principles of interface design and their evaluation methodologies, providing a reference for future research endeavors. Additionally, the limitations, challenges, and future directions in VR interaction interface design research were discussed, highlighting the need for further research in design evaluation to continuously refine the development of standards and guidelines for VR interactive interface design. According to the findings of this review, there is a necessity to enhance research on information design for multi-channel interactive interfaces. Furthermore, it is essential to focus on the diverse characteristics of users to propose more inclusive design solutions. Adopting interdisciplinary approaches could lead to breakthroughs in the creation of personalized and adaptive VR interaction interfaces.

User Behavior Analysis and Optimization Countermeasures in Shopping APP Interface Design

In this study, the interface design and marketing strategy of shopping APP were deeply discussed, and a series of optimization countermeasures were put forward. The principles of interface design and user behavior are analyzed, and the design problems such as information overload, complicated navigation, low usage frequency and high user loss are pointed out. The countermeasures of interface design optimization, user behavior guidance and marketing strategy adjustment are put forward, including simplifying interface, optimizing navigation, personalized recommendation, incentive mechanism, brand building and marketing promotion. These measures are aimed at improving user experience, enhancing user stickiness and enhancing market competitiveness. Through this research, it provides theoretical basis and practical guidance for shopping APP interface design optimization and market strategy adjustment.

Assessing the Travel Industry: Basis for a Centralized Travel and Tour Operation Management System

Most travel and tour operation management systems often suffer from fragmentation, lack of integration, inefficient processes, and limited scalability. These issues lead to delays, errors, poor coordination, and, ultimately, dissatisfied customers. Additionally, there is a notable absence of centralized platforms that can effectively manage various aspects of travel and tour operations, including bookings, itineraries, payments, and customer communications. To address these challenges, this study introduces a Centralized Travel and Tour Operation Management System for the tourism industry in Surigao City, Philippines. The proposed system will seamlessly streamline operations, enhances customer satisfaction, and improves overall efficiency in the travel and tourism sector by utilizing User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design principles. This is to ensure that the system is accessible to users with different needs. The features of the system also include booking management, inventory management, customer relationship management (CRM), billing and invoicing, reporting and analytics, content management, and compliance and security. The study was conducted using both qualitative and quantitative research methods. The purposive sampling method was used to select participants based on specific criteria relevant to the research objectives. Tourists, both local and international, were asked to evaluate the current system and identify the problems or issues they encountered during the booking process. The results showed there are several key challenges in terms of the competition among tourism businesses and economic factors. There is also a need for an improved infrastructure, particularly transportation and safety measures, to facilitate easier access and ensure the security of tourists. The centralized booking and management systems is considered as a way to streamline planning and enhance convenience for visitors. that the proposed system is highly relevant in enhancing the tourism sector, contributing to the development and improvement of the travel and tourism industry

Towards an AI-Driven User Interface Design for Web Applications

The increasing exploitation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies has enabled the design of user interfaces in a way that integrating artificial intelligence capabilities has become crucial in the modern digital landscape. Exploring the main features and best practices for designing user interfaces for Web applications, which effectively support and leverage AI functionalities, is currently one of the relevant topics in this context. This research work discusses the fundamental principles of user interface (UI) design, and the challenges posed by the integration of AI into web applications. It emphasizes the need to strike a balance between the AI advanced capabilities and the users' ability to understand and control the system. Furthermore, the paper highlights the importance of creating intuitive and engaging UI designs that empower users to interact with AI-driven features effortlessly. The study presents a comprehensive analysis of various UI design techniques specifically tailored for AI-enabled web applications user interfaces. Additionally, the paper explores the incorporation of AI-driven recommendation systems, personalized interfaces, and adaptive designs, which dynamically adapt to users' preferences and behavior. To validate the proposed user interface design principles, the study presents a proposal for a guidelines structure that promotes empirical evaluations through user studies and usability testing. Results collected via a survey based on measuring the effectiveness and user satisfaction of AI-enabled Web interfaces. User interfaces in real-life scenarios are presented and provides information on the impact of UI design decisions on user interaction and overall experience. The outcomes of this research work contribute to a deeper understanding of UI design for AI-supported Web applications user interfaces and offer practical guidelines for designers and developers. By embracing the suggested principles, organizations and designers can create Web interfaces that effectively harness the power of AI while prioritizing user-centricity, accessibility, and ethical considerations.

The Evolution and Impact of Music Streaming and Event Booking Apps: A Comprehensive Analysis

Abstract: This research delves into the intricate process of developing a Music Streaming and Event Booking web application using Java, presenting a detailed exploration of the project's architecture, functionalities, and technological underpinnings. The application serves as a comprehensive platform catering to music enthusiasts, offering features such as seamless music streaming and convenient event booking. Through an extensive review of existing literature and platforms, the paper identifies key requirements and expectations, guiding the design and implementation phases. The project employs robust architecture, leveraging technologies such as Spring Boot and Hibernate to ensure scalability, performance, and maintainability. Additionally, it emphasizes user experience and interface design principles to enhance usability and engagement. The research documents the challenges encountered during development, including security considerations, scalability concerns, and integration complexities, and elucidates the strategies employed to overcome them. Through rigorous testing and quality assurance measures, the application achieves a high standard of reliability and functionality. The significance of this endeavor lies in its contribution to the field of music technology, providing valuable insights into the development process of modern web applications

Collaborations between industry and academia for future workforce development: construction practitioners’ perspective

PurposeThere is a growing mismatch between the skill demands of the industry and the offerings of academia. One way of reducing this mismatch is by improving collaborations between practitioners and instructors using web-networking platforms. However, it is important to understand practitioners’ considerations while collaborating with instructors. Therefore, this study identified these considerations in order to infer inputs for the design of the graphical user interface (GUI) of a web-based platform for connecting instructors and practitioners.Design/methodology/approachA mixed method was adopted through a survey and focus group. A survey was used to capture practitioners’ considerations while collaborating with instructors for student development, and a focus group helped uncover an in-depth understanding of the study phenomena. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics and thematic analysis.FindingsThe results show the willingness of practitioners to collaborate with instructors for student development, the ways by which practitioners are willing to meet instructors' course-support needs and their considerations in deciding to do so. Slight differences were observed between the results of the survey and the focus group regarding the ranking of the practitioners’ considerations. The study highlighted demographic differences in practitioners’ considerations when deciding on meeting instructors' course-support needs. The results provide a basis to deduce the GUI inputs of web-networking platforms for connecting instructors and practitioners.Originality/valueThis study revealed practitioners’ design needs and GUI inputs to facilitate the design of web-networking platforms for connecting instructors and practitioners. This study also contributes to user interface design principles, theories on individual differences and practitioners’ involvement in student professional development.

A Digital Sexual Health Intervention for Urban Adolescent and Young Adult Male Emergency Department Patients: User-Centered Design Approach.

Adolescents and young adults frequently present to the emergency department (ED) for medical care and continue to have many unmet sexual health needs. Digital interventions show promise to improve adolescent and young adult sexual health; yet, few interventions focus on male ED patients, despite their infrequent use of contraceptives and rising rates of sexually transmitted infections. This paper describes the design and development of Dr. Eric (Emergency Room Interventions to Improve Care), a digital app focused on promoting condom use among sexually active adolescent and young adult male ED patients. This study followed 4 phases of app development, which were based on user-centered design and the software development lifecycle. In phase 1, define, we explored our target population and target health problem (infrequent condom use among male ED patients) by collecting key stakeholder input and conducting in-depth interviews with male patients and urban ED medical providers. In phase 2, discover, we partnered with a digital product agency to explore user experience and digital strategy. In phase 3, design, we refined Dr. Eric's content, a 5-part sexual health educational module and a 10-week SMS text messaging program that focuses on condom use and partner communication about effective contraceptives. We conducted semistructured interviews with male adolescent and young adults to gather feedback on the app and perform usability testing, editing the app after each interview. We also interviewed informatics experts to assess the usability of a high-fidelity prototype. Interviews were recorded and analyzed via descriptive thematic analysis; informatic expert feedback was categorized by Nielsen's heuristic principles. In phase 4, develop, we created the technical architecture and built a responsive web app. These findings were gathered leading to the final version of the digital Dr. Eric program. Using data and key stakeholder input from phases 1 and 2, we iteratively created the Dr. Eric prototype for implementation in the ED setting. Interviews with 8 adolescent and young adult male ED patients suggested that users preferred (1) straightforward information, (2) a clear vision of the purpose of Dr. Eric, (3) open-ended opportunities to explore family planning goals, (4) detailed birth control method information, and (5) games presenting novel information with rewards. Five usability experts provided heuristic feedback aiming to improve the ease of use of the app. These findings led to the final version of Dr. Eric. Following these mobile health development phases, we created a digital sexual health mobile health intervention incorporating the principles of user experience and interface design. Dr. Eric needs further evaluation to assess its efficacy in increasing condom use among adolescent and young adult male ED patients. Researchers can use this framework to form future digital health ED-based digital interventions.

Principles of User Interface Design Enabling People With Blindness Professional Work in Administration of Energy Systems in Intelligent Buildings Comparable to Sighted Workers

Principles of User Interface Design Enabling People With Blindness Professional Work in Administration of Energy Systems in Intelligent Buildings Comparable to Sighted Workers

Design Principles for the Interface of an Automated Medical Reporting System: a User Study in Preoperative Screening

This paper presents a qualitative design science study into the interface of an Automated Medical Reporting (AMR) system in order to establish user-centered design principles. AMR has been proposed as a solution to conquer the administrative burden in healthcare to improve patient-doctor contact. In order to expand this vision by including interface design principles without overlooking the usability aspects, a case study was performed within the preoperative screening department of an academic hospital. In this research, the current screening procedures were investigated by a task analysis, a heuristic evaluation of the current Electronic Health Record system, and stakeholder interviews. The preoperative screenings analysis and the findings of the interviews were translated into design choices. Based on these design choices and IT expert feedback, a treatment design in the form of a high-fidelity prototype of an AMR system for preoperative screenings was developed. This treatment was evaluated by conducting think-aloud sessions and a focus group. Based on the evaluations, ten elementary design principles were formulated for the AMR system interface, which have been categorized into four themes: (1) system status visibility, (2) care provider control, (3) consultation traceability, and (4) patient privacy. We also experienced that medical specialists find it hard to envision the future of their workflow using an AMR system, and that many individual preferences exist.

Metal-insulator-semiconductor photoelectrodes for enhanced photoelectrochemical water splitting.

Photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting provides a scalable and integrated platform to harness renewable solar energy for green hydrogen production. The practical implementation of PEC systems hinges on addressing three critical challenges: enhancing energy conversion efficiency, ensuring long-term stability, and achieving economic viability. Metal-insulator-semiconductor (MIS) heterojunction photoelectrodes have gained significant attention over the last decade for their ability to efficiently segregate photogenerated carriers and mitigate corrosion-induced semiconductor degradation. This review discusses the structural composition and interfacial intricacies of MIS photoelectrodes tailored for PEC water splitting. The application of MIS heterostructures across various semiconductor light-absorbing layers, including traditional photovoltaic-grade semiconductors, metal oxides, and emerging materials, is presented first. Subsequently, this review elucidates the reaction mechanisms and respective merits of vacuum and non-vacuum deposition techniques in the fabrication of the insulator layers. In the context of the metal layers, this review extends beyond the conventional scope, not only by introducing metal-based cocatalysts, but also by exploring the latest advancements in molecular and single-atom catalysts integrated within MIS photoelectrodes. Furthermore, a systematic summary of carrier transfer mechanisms and interface design principles of MIS photoelectrodes is presented, which are pivotal for optimizing energy band alignment and enhancing solar-to-chemical conversion efficiency within the PEC system. Finally, this review explores innovative derivative configurations of MIS photoelectrodes, including back-illuminated MIS photoelectrodes, inverted MIS photoelectrodes, tandem MIS photoelectrodes, and monolithically integrated wireless MIS photoelectrodes. These novel architectures address the limitations of traditional MIS structures by effectively coupling different functional modules, minimizing optical and ohmic losses, and mitigating recombination losses.

Generalizable Active Privacy Choice: Designing a Graphical User Interface for Global Privacy Control

The California Consumer Privacy Act and other privacy laws give people a right to opt out of the sale and sharing of personal information. In combination with privacy preference signals, especially, Global Privacy Control (GPC), such rights have the potential to empower people to assert control over their data. However, many laws prohibit opt out settings being turned on by default. The resulting usability challenges for people to exercise their rights motivate generalizable active privacy choice --- an interface design principle to make opt out settings usable without defaults. It is based on the idea of generalizing one individual opt out choice towards a larger set of choices. For example, people may apply an opt out choice on one site towards a larger set of sites. We explore generalizable active privacy choice in the context of GPC. We design and implement nine privacy choice schemes in a browser extension and explore them in a usability study with 410 participants. We find that generalizability features tend to decrease opt out utility slightly. However, at the same time, they increase opt out efficiency and make opting out less disruptive, which was more important to most participants. For the least disruptive scheme, selecting website categories to opt out from, 98% of participants expressed not feeling disrupted, a 40% point increase over the baseline schemes. 83% of participants understood the meaning of GPC. They also made their opt out choices with intent and, thus, in a legally relevant manner. To help people exercise their opt out rights via GPC our results support the adoption of a generalizable active privacy choice interface in web browsers.

Design and Development of a Mobile-Based Water Reminder Application on the iOS Platform

Lifestyle encompasses the various ways in which individuals, groups, and nations are influenced by geography, economy, politics, history, culture, and religion. It reflects the characteristics of residents, including their daily behaviors in work, activities, and health. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial for overall well-being, and one key aspect is ensuring an adequate intake of water. Water constitutes the primary component of the human body, comprising an average of 70-80 percent of an individual's body weight. Factors influencing water consumption behavior include knowledge and preferences for other beverages. To address the challenge of promoting water consumption and advocating for its importance, this study proposes the development of a mobile application system capable of reminding individuals to drink water based on personalized needs, considering factors such as gender, age, weight, height, and activity level. The research aims to leverage and advance existing technology, specifically by creating a mobile application on the iOS platform. The objective is to enhance and reinforce individuals' discipline in maintaining proper water intake. Targeting users from middle-class to affluent social conditions, the application is tailored for the iOS platform. The study involves testing the functionality of the water reminder system software developed for mobile devices running on the iOS platform. The ultimate goal is to create an information system that not only exhibits maximum aesthetics and functionality but also adheres to the principles of interface design, including the application of the eight golden rules.

A Systematic Analysis of Infinite Scrolling in Digital Interfaces: A Good Accompanied by Bad and Ugly

In the digital age, user interfaces play a pivotal role in shaping user experiences and determining the success of websites, applications, and social media platforms. Infinite scrolling has emerged as a widely adopted feature, transforming the way users interact with and consume content. This paper presents a systematic analysis of the implications, advantages, and drawbacks of infinite scrolling in various digital interfaces. By amalgamating insights from existing literature and examining interface design principles, this study seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the impact of infinite scrolling on user behaviour and interface performance. The analysis commences with an exploration of the psychological and behavioural aspects of infinite scrolling. In understanding user engagement, attention span, and content consumption patterns, this research aims to uncover the psychological mechanisms that make infinite scrolling captivating and encourage users to explore content for extended durations. Studies have shown that infinite scrolling can create a sense of fluidity and continuity, enticing users to stay engaged for longer periods and discover more content than traditional pagination or load more button approaches. This seemingly infinite supply of information aligns with the human desire for novelty and curiosity, which contributes to increased user retention. In addition to user-centric aspects, this analysis addresses the technical implications of infinite scrolling. Infinite scrolling introduces dynamic content loading, which can impact website performance and data handling. As users scroll through large volumes of content, the continuous loading of data can lead to slower page loading times, potentially resulting in frustration and abandonment. Moreover, search engine optimization (SEO) can be affected, as infinite scrolling may hinder search engines' ability to index and rank content accurately. Developers and designers must consider these technical challenges and adopt optimization techniques to ensure a smooth and efficient user experience. International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management (IJSREM) Volume: 07 Issue: 07 | July - 2023 SJIF Rating: 8.176 ISSN: 2582-3930 © 2023, IJSREM | www.ijsrem.com DOI: 10.55041/IJSREM24808 | Page 2 Despite its allure and benefits, this systematic analysis also unveils several drawbacks associated with infinite scrolling. The never-ending content flow can lead to increased cognitive load, making it harder for users to retain information or recall previously viewed content. Additionally, infinite scrolling may present accessibility challenges for users with disabilities, as they may find it difficult to navigate and locate specific information without clear navigation cues. In conclusion, this systematic analysis provides a comprehensive understanding of the impact of infinite scrolling on user behaviour, satisfaction, and technical considerations. By synthesizing existing knowledge and offering practical recommendations, this research contributes to the ongoing discussion about the role of infinite scrolling in shaping the future of digital interfaces. As technology continues to evolve, informed decision-making and user-centric design will remain pivotal in leveraging the advantages of infinite scrolling while mitigating its drawbacks to create more enjoyable and accessible digital experiences. Keywords: Infinite Scrolling, Digital Technology, Content, User Behaviour

Low-temperature synthesis of colloidal few-layer WTe2 nanostructures for electrochemical hydrogen evolution

High-quality transition metal tellurides, especially for WTe2, have been demonstrated to be necessarily synthesized under close environments and high temperatures, which are restricted by the low formation Gibbs free energy, thus limiting the electrochemical reaction mechanism and application studies. Here, we report a low-temperature colloidal synthesis of few-layer WTe2 nanostructures with lateral sizes around hundreds of nanometers, which could be tuned the aggregation state to obtain the nanoflowers or nanosheets by using different surfactant agents. The crystal phase and chemical composition of WTe2 nanostructures were analyzed by combining the characterization of X-ray diffraction and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy imaging and elements mapping. The as-synthesized WTe2 nanostructures and its hybrid catalysts were found to show an excellent HER performance with low overpotential and small Tafel slope. The carbon-based WTe2–GO and WTe2–CNT hybrid catalysts also have been synthesized by the similar strategy to study the electrochemical interface. The energy diagram and microreactor devices have been used to reveal the interface contribution to electrochemical performance, which shows the identical performance results with as-synthesized WTe2–carbon hybrid catalysts. These results summarize the interface design principle for semimetallic or metallic catalysts and also confirm the possible electrochemical applications of two-dimensional transition metal tellurides.

An Integrated Learning Platform Focusing on STEAM and Collaborative Modules for Macau

In Macau, the effectiveness of traditional classroom learning is questioned as the problem is discovered by the changes in technology advances, social media, and the varieties of learning methods. Learning experiences, interests, discoveries, and creativity development are considered essential to academic performance, and the interactive collaboration between parents and children in the learning processes becomes crucial. This article presents the work's design and preliminary analysis, explaining the characteristics of an integrated learning platform and its design for a multicultural, multilingual learning environment. The “Fries Lab” is a learning platform currently being developed that is compatible with various digital devices and aims to create a collaborative learning experience based on blended learning approaches, children's psychology, STEAM educational approaches, gamification, user-centred design, and interface design principles, in which parents, educators, and children collaborate and learn in real-time.

Decision Support for Flexible Manufacturing Systems: The Evaluation of an Ecological Interface and Principles of Ecological Interface Design

The cognitive systems engineering (CSE)/ecological interface design (EID) approach was applied in developing decision support for the flexible manufacturing system (FMS) work domain. Four interfaces were designed via the factorial application/non-application of direct perception (DP) and direct manipulation (DM). The capability of these interfaces to support performance in a simulated FMS was evaluated using a variety of traditional and novel dependent variables. The ecological interface (with DP, DM and an intact perception-action loop) provided clearly superior decision support (32 favorable significant results) relative to the other three interfaces (a combined total of 28 favorable significant results). The novel dependent variables were very sensitive. The results are interpreted from three different perspectives: traditional EID, the quality of constraint matching between triadic system components and closed-loop, dynamical control systems. The rationale for an expanded theoretical framework which complements, but does not replace, the original principles of CSE/EID is discussed. The potential for both specific interface features and novel dependent variables to generalize to real-world FMS applications is addressed. The expanded theoretical framework is universally relevant for the development of decision making and problem solving support in all computer-mediated work domains.

Developing Representations to Support Clinical Decision Making: Insights from Work Analysis

Principles of Work Domain Analysis (WDA) and Ecological Interface Design (EID) are illustrated using the example of a graphical interface designed to support clinical decision making with respect to cardiovascular health. Multiple iterations of the graphical interface will be presented that show the iterative analysis and design process and the logic of mapping meaningful dimensions into a representation that helps healthcare professionals to understand a complex biological system.

Research on the Human-Computer Interaction Interface Design of Intelligent Luggage

It aims to combine the hierarchy of needs with the innovative design of the human-computer interaction interface of smart luggage to upgrade the usage efficiency and user experience of smart luggage. The design model of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is adopted to discover the user needs of smart luggage in conjunction with various investigation methods, and a design model of the human-computer interaction interface of smart luggage is proposed based on Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. The design principles of the human-computer interaction interface of smart luggage are summarized and an interface is designed.

Interface Design Review on Interactive Exhibition for Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum

Nowadays, interactive digital exhibitions have become common at many museums, offering us a memorable experience. However, past research found many digital initiatives do not deliver the result as promised. These issue also troubled the losing connections within visitors, involving the process and execution, as well as stability and usability of the systems, which resulted in the visitor's experiences. In this paper, the focus is on the interface design principles and usability that are either confirmed or interrupted, which may affect the visitors psychologically. In conclusion, this paper suggests how to utilize interface design principles in a context of a museum. Keywords: Interface Design; Interactive Digital Exhibition; Museum eISSN: 2398-4287 © 2022. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by E-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v7iSI7%20(Special%20Issue).3788

Evaluation of Interface Design Principles' Usability in Permanent Museum Exhibition

The majority of museums today provide us with an unforgettable experience through interactive digital exhibitions. Due to the failure of the interface design usability of the exhibition systems and implementation, it was discovered that several digital projects failed to achieve the results promised in previous studies, which negatively impacted the interaction and experiences of visitors. With this in mind, an empirical usability study on interface design principles was done to determine how interface design concepts may be applied to a permanent museum exhibition. The findings reveal how to implement interface design concepts in a museum exhibition effectively.