Maximum bubble pressure method

Work in process

Engineering design process

Biology

Human–computer interaction

Operating system

Interface (matter)

Engineering

Bubble

Usability

Parallel computing

Paleontology

Set (abstract data type)

Virtual reality

Programming language

User experience design

Operations management

Context (archaeology)

Computer science

Design process

User interface

Process (computing)

Mechanical engineering

International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction

A reflective analysis on the experience of virtual environment (VE) design is presented focusing on the human–computer interaction (HCI) challenges presented by virtual reality (VR). HCI design guidelines were applied to development of two VRs, one in marine archaeology and the other in situation awareness simulation experiments. The impact of methods and HCI knowledge on the VR design process is analyzed, leading to proposals for presenting HCI and cognitive knowledge in the context of design trade-offs in the choice of VR design techniques. Problems reconciling VE and standard Graphical User Interface (GUI) design components are investigated. A trade-off framework for design options set against criteria for usability, efficient operation, realism, and presence is proposed. HCI-VR design advice and proposals for further research aimed towards improving human factor-related design in VEs are discussed.

Reflecting on the Design Process for Virtual Reality Applications