Title
Unlock purpose: Look beyond 3D scans to discover your why and what
Abstract
With the continuous advancements in 3D scanning technology, an abundance of data is being collected, accompanied by rigorous and complex analyses aimed at classifying and modeling this information. While these developments hold immense theoretical value, it is important to maintain a focus on the fundamental purpose of this endeavor: utilizing the data to create human-centric products. Unfortunately, there are instances where we may unintentionally veer off course, excessively fixating on modeling the data to decipher the intricacies of human form, inadvertently neglecting the original intention behind data collection.
In this presentation, I will take you on a journey illustrating my data collection techniques from simplistic rulers to cutting-edge ultrasound receivers and advanced 3D scanners. By exploring this progression, my aim is to highlight some of the potential shortcomings of data collection practices, questioning whether we may be indulging in unnecessary extremes. Finally, I will delve into the essence of why we gather data and how we can strike a balance, ensuring that our pursuit of knowledge ultimately serves the development of more human-centric products.
Bio
Dr. Ravindra Goonetilleke is a Professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering. Prior to joining Khalifa University, Dr. Goonetilleke was a Professor and held a joint appointment in the Division of Integrative Systems and Design and the Department of Industrial Engineering and Decision Analytics at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. After graduation, he worked as a Senior Ergonomist at the Biomechanics Corporation of America. His last appointment in the USA was as a Human Factors Manager and Researcher at the NIKE Sports Research Laboratory. Dr. Goonetilleke is recognized as a leading researcher on the ergonomics of footwear.
He is a Fellow of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA), a Fellow of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES, USA), and a Fellow of the Hong Kong Ergonomics Society.
Affiliation
Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, UAE