Research Article

Is the Linear Modeling Technique Good Enough for Optimal Form Design? A Comparison of Quantitative Analysis Models

Table 8

The design support information for product form elements of PDAs.

Form element With “Simple” image With “Complex” image

Top shape Line Fillet
Chamfer

Bottom shape Chamfer Arc
Fillet

Function-keys arrangement Irregular Symmetry
Grouping
Line

Arrow-key style Ellipse Straight
Cycle

Color treatment Noncolor segment Color segment
Single color

Outline partition style Fitting surface Normal partition
Fitting outline