Exploring Axisymmetric Shape-Change's Purposes and Allure for Ambient Display: 16 Potential Use Cases and a Two-Month Preliminary Study on Daily Notifications
Abstract
In the last decade, HCI research has proposed promising technologies for shape-changing interfaces. The usefulness and the user experience of shape-change are, however, still to be explored and understood. This paper extends the understanding of the potential utility and usability of axisymmetric shape-change. First, we present 16 potential use cases for a cylindrical shape-changing display. Second, we present a two-month comparative field study in the workplace. Six participants had to shift energy consumption by using energy storage. To do so, they were notified about local energy forecasts. Compared with flat-screen animations, early results show that cylindrical shape-change animations keep a better attractiveness over time.
Keywords
Tangible User Interfaces
Data Physicalization
Shape-Changing Interfaces
Axisymmetric Shape-Change
Cylindrical Displays
Use cases
Field Study
Ambient Notifications
Longitudinal Notification
Renewable Energy
Demand-Side Management
Shifting Energy Demand
Behavior Change Support System
Assistive Technology
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