Seat Styling Project

Bezel Definition, Styling Concepts

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Introduction Muscle groups
Small M.G Large M.G Range of Movement

Zone of comfort Movement to operate

Pivot point Translation Classic lever Car handle Multi functions Ideations

Next steps Questions

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Introduction

New bezel design is considering the application from an ergonomic perspective. Ergonomic principals and mechanical requirements are key aspects in the concept development stage.
Analysis of bezel usage Human factor Mechanical advantages New direction based on ergonomics

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Muscle groups
Small muscle groups: Specialized muscles that are responsible for fine movements; Smaller-sized muscles used for detailed operations that do not require high strength; High-strength tasks can cause strain risk of injury; Sensible and fragile. Large muscle groups: Large muscles that are responsible for greater movements; Required for high strength operations; Natural way of applying heavy loads; Low risks of injury in range of forces considered for this task. Range of movement: Main focus: wrist joint Limited range of movement without increased strain and discomfort on the joint; Limited amount of strength; Common injuries to this area: carpal tunnel syndrome.

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Zone of comfort
When seated, this is the most natural and comfortable location for operation controls.

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Movement to operate Pivot point

Direction of movement

Switches on top, legrest and lumbar

Backrest button for easy manipulation when in berthing position

Rotation point

Lever

Switches bellow lever

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Movement to operate Pivot point

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Movement to operate Translation

Powered assist lever Switches top mounted

Direction of movement

Translation movement

Switches front mounted

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Movement to operate Translation

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Movement to operate Classic lever

Lift to operate

Leather wraped switches One piece bezel Piping

Side mounted switches for a thumb reach

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Movement to operate Classic lever

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Movement to operate Classic lever

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Next steps

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