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Countering design exclusion : an introduction to inclusive design /

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Inclusive design, universal design and universal access are long standing, familiar terms with clear and laudable goals. However, their teaching and industrial uptake has been very limited. Many products still exclude users unnecessarily for reasons ranging from corporate insensitivity and the size...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Keates, Simeon
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Clarkson, John
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London : Springer London, 2004.
Subjects:
Engineering.
Computer science.
Engineering design.
Machinery.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • The Concept of Design Exclusion
  • Defining and Specifying Target Populations
  • Defining a Model of User Capability
  • The Prevalence of Impairments
  • New Design Approaches: Tools and Techniques
  • Case Studies
  • How to Assess Inclusivity
  • Current Legislation: An Introduction
  • Making Inclusive Design Desirable to Industry.