AEDLAB

We are looking for PhD students, postdoctoral fellow/research associates/research assistants, and student helpers. If you are interested, please send your CV to yan.luximon@polyu.edu.hk for consideration.

RESEARCH

Asian Ergonomics Design Laboratory (AEDLAB) is committed to using ergonomics and human factors to explore in the field of design.We focus on physical and cognitive ergonomics including anthropometry, 3D digital human modeling, CAD/CAM/CAE, statistical modeling, usability testing, human computer interaction, human robot interaction, artificial intelligence in design, safety and healthcare. Our project SizeChina has created the first-ever digital database of Chinese head and face shapes and design tools used by manufacturers and designers internationally.

SLECTED PROJECTS

Social Traits Perception Model on 3D Human Faces for Face-related Product Design (2023). Funded by General Research Fund 2023/2024 (RGC GRF), HKSAR.

3D dynamic human head, neck and shoulder modelling for product design (2022). Funded by General Research Fund 2022/2023 (RGC GRF), HKSAR.

Development of parametric biomechanical head models for product design and evaluation (2021). Funded by General Research Fund 2021/2022 (RGC GRF), HKSAR.

Smart Health Care System for Hong Kong Elderly (2021). Funded by School Collaborative Research Fund, SD PolyU.

AI enhanced 3D head scanning technology and related products development (2020) Funded by Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence in Design, HKSAR.

Three-dimensional face sizing template of Chinese children for face-related products. Funded by General Research Fund 2019/2020 (RGC GRF), HKSAR.

Sizing and comfort study for ear-related product design. Funded by General Research Fund 2016/2017 (RGC GRF), HKSAR.

3D human head and face model with soft tissue deformation. Funded by Early Career Scheme for 2015 / 2016 (RGC ECS), HKSAR.

PRODUCT

Chinese Earforms

A set of 3D statistical earforms describe the range of Chinese adult

Chinese Children Headforms

A set of 3D statistical headforms describe the range of Chinese children

Hand Rehabilitation Product

An Ergonomic Solution for Hand Rehabilitation Product

SizeChina App

Accurate facial dimensions extracted from the Size China database can be accessed from this app, which helps students and frofessionals alike in designing.

SizeChina FaceForm

Design tool allows designers to select templates of suitable head and face dimensions, face shapes and genders

Goggle designed by Scan and Print

Use scanning and 3d printing technology to design more fitting goggles.

Physical Reference Models

The average head physical model can provide a reference for designers.

Chinese Faceform

This example represents astatistically average small-size female Chinese face.

Chinese Headforms

The set of ten gold Headforms describe the complete range of Chinese adult.

CONSULTANCY

Understanding human size and shape is the cornerstone for designing successful consumer products because every product relies on accurate fitting. Designers, engineers and architects need sophisticated digital data on head and face shapes to design the next generation of best-selling products. How well a product fits us is the most important part of any successful design. The AEDLAB has created the first-ever digital database of Asian head and face shapes for use by manufacturers and designers internationally. We work on consultancy projects for industries that want to create the perfect fitting and products for the explosive Asian markets. The lab encourages visitors to come by to visit its facilities and discuss their requirements.

COOPERATIVE ENTERORISE

Cirque du Soleil，King’s flair， Luxottica， Microsoft， NeuroSky， POC Sweden AB， Sunhing Trek， Bicycle

SizeChina created the first-ever 3D digital database of Chinese head and face shapes. Consumer products such as sunglasses, motorcycles helmets and surgical face masks are designed using data from Western sources, which fails to satisfy the criteria for good fit for Asian users. SizeChina meets the design need for accurate data, offering a series of practical, scientifically accurate design tools designed for easy use by entrepreneurs developing the first generation of true Asian fit products. SizeChina design tools include physical headforms and faceforms, plus a 3D digital archive of over 1700 individual scans. These tools offer applications in optical, medical, sports, and the entertainment industries.

SLECTED PUBLICATIONS

2024

Zhang, J., Luximon, Y. and Chen, L., 2024. Size children’s eyeglasses: An assembly-guided and comfort-oriented optimization approach based on 3D statistical ophthalmic modeling. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 59, p.102266.

2023

Zhang, J., Luximon, Y., Zhu, L. and Li, P., 2022, December. 3DCMM: 3D Comprehensive Morphable Models for Accurate Head Completion. In Proceedings of the 18th ACM SIGGRAPH International Conference on Virtual-Reality Continuum and its Applications in Industry (pp. 1-8).

Zhang, J., Luximon, Y., Shah, P. and Li, P., 2023. 3D statistical head modeling for face/head-related product design: a state-of-the-art review. Computer-Aided Design, 159, p.103483.

Li, Q. and Luximon, Y., 2023. Navigating the mobile applications: The influence of interface metaphor and other factors on older adults’ navigation behavior. International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, 39(5), pp.1184-1200.

Zhang, J., Fu, F., Shi, X. and Luximon, Y., 2023. Modeling 3D geometric growth patterns and variations of Children's heads. Applied Ergonomics, 108, p.103933.

Song, Y., Tao, D. and Luximon, Y., 2023. In robot we trust? The effect of emotional expressions and contextual cues on anthropomorphic trustworthiness. Applied Ergonomics, 109, p.103967.

Zhang, J., Luximon, Y., Wan, J. and Li, P., 2023. Capture My Head: A Convenient and Accessible Approach Combining 3D Shape Reconstruction and Size Measurement from 2D Images for Headwear Design. Computer-Aided Design, 159, p.103487.

Fu, F., Luximon, A. and Luximon, Y., 2023. 3D human ear modelling with parameterization technique and variation analysis. Ergonomics, pp.1-12.

Gui, S. and Luximon, Y., 2023. Recursive Cross-View: Use Only 2D Detectors to Achieve 3D Object Detection without 3D Annotations. IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters.

Zhang, J., Chen, J., Fu, F. and Luximon, Y., 2023. A 3D anthropometry-based quantified comfort model for children's eyeglasses design. Applied Ergonomics, 112, p.104054.

Iftikhar, H. and Luximon, Y., 2023. Multiple layer digital wayfinding information: A study of user preferences for information content and design in wayfinding applications. Multimedia Tools and Applications, pp.1-20.

2022

Zhang, J., Zhou, K., Luximon, Y., Li, P. and Iftikhar, H., 2022. 3D-guided facial shape clustering and analysis. Multimedia Tools and Applications, 81(6), pp.8785-8806.

Fu, F. and Luximon, Y., 2022. Comfort and fit perception based on 3D anthropometry for ear-related product design. Applied Ergonomics, 100, p.103640.

Zhang J., Iftikhar H., Shah P. and Luximon Y. (2022). Age and sex Factors Integrated 3D Statistical Models of Adults' Heads. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, accepted.

Zhang J. Luximon Y., Shah P., Zhou K. and Li P. (2022). Customize My Helmet: A Novel Algorithmic Approach Based on 3D Head Prediction. Computer-Aided Design, 150, 103271. May 2022 online. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cad.2022.103271

Li Q.C. and Luximon Y. (2022). Navigating the Mobile Applications: The Influence of Interface Metaphor and Other Factors on Older Adults’ Navigation Behavior. International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 1-17, Apr 2022 online. https://doi.org/10.1080/10447318.2022.2050540

Iftikhar H. and Luximon Y. (2022). The syntheses of static and mobile wayfinding information: An empirical study of wayfinding preferences and behavior in complex environments. Facilities, 40 (7/8), pp. 452-474. Mar 2022. https://doi.org/10.1108/F-06-2021-0052

Shah P., Luximon Y. and Luximon A. (2022). Measurement of soft tissue deformation at discomfort and pain threshold in different regions of the head. Ergonomics, Jan 2022 online. https://doi.org/10.1080/00140139.2022.2028016.

Zhang J., Luximon Y. and Li Q. (2022). Seeking medical advice in mobile applications: How social cue design and privacy concerns influence trust and behavioral intention in impersonal patient–physician interactions. Computers in Human Behavior, 107178. Jan 2022 online.

2021

Shah P. and Luximon Y. (2021). Assessment of pressure sensitivity in the head region for Chinese adults. Applied Ergonomics, 97.

Zhang J. and Luximon Y. (2021). Interaction Design for Security Based on Social Context. International Journal of Human-Computer Studies, 154.

Song Y., Luximon A. and Luximon Y. (2021). The Effect of Facial Features on Facial Anthropomorphic Trustworthiness for Social Robot. Applied Ergonomics, 94.

Luximon A. and Luximon Y. (2021). New technologies-3D scanning, 3D design, and 3D printing. Handbook of Footwear Design and Manufacture (Eds. A Luximon). Second Edition, Woodhead Publishing, Oxford. Chapter 19, pp477-503. ISBN 978-0-12-821606-4.

Sheen K.A. and Luximon Y. (2021). Effect of in-app components, medium, and screen size of electronic textbooks on reading performance, behavior, and perception. Displays, 66.

2020

Song Y. and Luximon Y. (2020). The Face of Trust: The Effect of Robot Face Ratio on Consumer Preference. Computers in Human Behavior, 116.

Iftikhar H., Asghar S. and Luximon Y. (2020). A cross-cultural investigation of design and visual preference of signage information from Hong Kong and Pakistan. Journal of navigation.

Song Y. and Luximon Y. (2020). Trust in AI Agent: A Systematic Review of Facial Anthropomorphic Trustworthiness for Social Robot Design. Sensors.

Kwan Z., Najhan N.N.K., Yau Y.H., Luximon Y. and Nor F.M. (2020). Anticipating local flaps closed-form solution on nonlinear three-dimensional (3D) face models. International Journal for Numerical Methods in Biomedical Engineering, 36 (11).

Iftikhar H., Asghar S. and Luximon Y. (2020). The efficacy of campus wayfinding signage: a comparative study from Hong Kong and Pakistan. Facilities. June 2020 online.

Iftikhar H., Shah P. and Luximon Y. (2020). Human wayfinding behaviour and metrics in complex environments: a systematic literature review.

Luximon A., Jiang L. and Luximon Y. (2020). Sizing and grading methods with consideration of footwear styles. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 78, May 2020 online.

Zhang J.X. and Luximon Y. (2020). A quantitative diary study of perceptions of security in mobile payment transactions. Behaviour & Information Technology. May 2020 online.

Song Y., Luximon Y. and Luo J. (2020). A moderated mediation analysis of the effect of lettering case and color temperature on trustworthiness perceptions and investment decisions. International Journal of Bank Marketing, 38 (4), pp. 987-1005.

Fu F. and Luximon Y. (2020). A systematic review on ear anthropometry and its industrial design applications. Human Factors and Ergonomics in Manufacturing & Service Industries, 30 (3), pp. 176-194.

2019

Shah P. and Luximon Y. (2019). Use of Digital Human Modelling in Product Design. DHM and Posturography (Eds. S Scataglini). Elsevier. Chapter 44. pp.591-598.

Fu F. and Luximon Y. (2019). Head and face anthropometric study for Chinese children. Industrial Engineering Management Systems Journal, 18 (4), pp. 619-629.

Khandual A., Grover T., Luximon Y., Rout N. and Nayak R. (2019). Instrumentation and Objective Evaluation of Flammability of Textiles by Video Image Processing. The Journal of the Textile Institute, 1-8.

Ball R., Wang H.N. and Luximon Y. (2019). Scan and Print - A Digital Design Method for Wearable Products. Ergonomics in Design: The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications, 27(4), pp. 26-34.

Li Q.C. and Luximon Y. (2019). Older adults’ use of mobile device: usability challenges while navigating various interfaces. Behaviour & Information Technology, 39(8), pp. 837-861.

Li Q.C. and Luximon Y. (2019). The effects of 3D interface metaphor on older adults’ mobile navigation performance and subjective evaluation. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 72, pp. 35-44.

Shah P., Fu F., Luximon Y., Ho W.Y.V. (2019). Application of 3D Scanning and Printing in Auricular Reconstruction Surgery for Patients with Unilateral Microtia. Basic & Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology, 124 (S3), pp. 9-10.

Song Y. and Luximon Y. (2019). Design for Sustainability: the Effect of Lettering Case on Environmental Concern from a Green Advertising Perspective. Sustainability, 11(5), 1333, pp. 1-15.

2018

Luximon Y. and Cheung J.S.L. (2018). Design of better fitting head cap. China design patent CN201830359205.8, December 2018.

Li Q.C. and Luximon Y. (2018). Understanding older adults’ post-adoption usage behavior and perceptions of mobile technology. International Journal of Design, 12 (3), pp. 93-110.

Shah P. and Luximon Y. (2018). Three-dimensional human head modelling: A systematic review. Theoretical issues in ergonomics science, 19(6), pp. 658-672. https://doi.org536X (Online) /10.1080/1463922X.2018.1432715.

2017

Sheen K.A. and Luximon Y. (2017). Student perceptions on future components of electronic textbook design. Journal of Computers in Education, 4(4): 371-393.

Luximon Y. and Shah P. (2017). Effect of the accuracy of 3D head scanners in product design development. The Japanese Journal of Ergonomics, 53, supplement, pp. 372-375.

Luximon Y. and Sheen K.A. (2017). What Are Students’ Perceptions of Design Research and Approaches? The Japanese Journal of Ergonomics, 53, supplement, pp. 548-551.

2016

Sheen K.A. and Luximon Y. (2016). Student Views on Academic Reading and its Future in the Design and Engineering Disciplines. International Journal on Advances in Life Sciences, 8 (3&4): 257-266.

Luximon Y., Martin N.J., Ball R. and Zhang M. (2016). Merging the point clouds of the head and ear by using the iterative closest point method. International Journal of the Digital Human, 1(3): 305-317.

Luximon Y., Sheen K.A. and Luximon A. (2016). Time dependent infrared thermographic evaluation of facemasks. Work: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment & Rehabilitation, 54(4): 825-835.

Han F. and Luximon T. (2016). Examining the Usability of Message Reading Features on Smartwatches. International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention, 5(4): 68-76.

Luximon Y., Ball R.M. and Chow E.H.C. (2016). A design and evaluation tool using 3D head templates. Computer-Aided Design and Applications, 13(2): 153-161.

Earlier

Luximon Y., Kwong H.Y. and Tai Y.Y. (2015). User Preferences of Urban Park Seating Pattern in Hong Kong. Procedia Manufacturing, 3, 4273-4278.

Sheen K.A. and Luximon Y. (2015). Relationship between Academic Discipline and User Perception of the Future of Electronic Textbooks. Procedia Manufacturing, 3, 5845-5850.

Luximon Y., Cong Y., Luximon A., and Zhang M. (2015). Effects of heel base size, walking speed and slope on centre of pressure trajectory and plantar pressure for high-heeled shoes. Human Movement Science, 41:307-319.

Luximon Y., Yu J. and Zhang M. (2014). A comparison of metatarsal pads on pressure redistribution in high heeled shoes. Research Journal of Textile and Apparel, 18(2): 40-48.

Luximon Y. and Goonetilleke R.S. (2012). Time use behavior in single and time-sharing tasks. International Journal of Human-Computer Studies, 70 (5): 332-345.

Luximon Y., Luximon A., Yu J. and Zhang M. (2012). Biomechanical Evaluation of Heel Elevation on Load Transfer- Experimental Measurement and Finite Element Analysis. Acta Mechanica Sinica, 28(1): 232-240.

Luximon A., Zhang Y.F., Luximon Y. and Ma X. (2012). Sizing and grading for wearable products. Computer-Aided Design, 44(1): 77-84. Impact factor 1.667.

Luximon Y. and Ball R.M. (2011). A comparison of different methods for head measurements. International Journal of Human Factors Modeling and Simulation, 2 (4): 257-266.

Luximon Y., Ball R. and Justice L. (2010). The Chinese face: A 3D anthropometric analysis. Proceedings of the TMCE 2010 (Eds. I. Horváth, F. Mandorli and Z. Rusák) (April 12 -16, 2010), Ancona, Italy.

Ball R., Shu C., Xi P., Rioux M., Luximon Y. and Molenbroek J. (2010). A comparison between Chinese and Caucasian head shapes, Applied ergonomics, 41 (6): 832-839.

Email：yan.luximon@polyu.edu.hk

Location:The V711-V712, 7/F, JCIT Hong Kong Polytechnic University