A Conceptual Study of Seriousness as a Design Value in Smart Industrial Products
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.35560/jcofarts1649Keywords:
The Concept of Seriousness, Seriousness of the Industrial Product, Smart Industrial ProductsAbstract
This study aims to analyze the concept of seriousness as a critical design value influencing the development of intelligent industrial products, and to examine its role in balancing innovation, sustainability, and user-centered needs. It focuses on the relationship between core elements of seriousness—such as commitment, control, and challenge—and key dimensions of intelligent design, including quality, integration, and creativity. Furthermore, the research explores the contribution of advanced technologies, namely artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and digital twins—in supporting and enhancing this design value. The significance of the study lies in its effort to establish a conceptual framework that clarifies how seriousness can be effectively employed in the development of smart products that combine functional efficiency with visual appeal, while also reinforcing trust between the user and the product.
The study concludes that seriousness in industrial design constitutes a fundamental driver for the creation of intelligent products that meet users’ needs with elevated levels of precision and efficiency. Adherence to standards of quality and ethics strengthens user trust and promotes innovation, whereas the element of challenge reflects the designer’s readiness to engage with rapid technological and market shifts. Technologies such as artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and digital twins further enhance the quality and performance of intelligent industrial design, enabling designers to create innovative and sustainable solutions that harmonize visual aesthetics with functionality, with particular emphasis on sustainability
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