Dear Reader,
Welcome to the third edition of the International Journal of Marine Design. The aim of this journal is to raise an awareness of the value and activities of Industrial Design (aesthetic design, human factors, sustainability) within the marine industry, as well as to engage in the design discourse and review design developments.
The first three papers focus on the current Human Factor issues of modern ships and small craft. The first paper discusses a Human Factor systems based approach that complements the latest thinking from cognitive science which regards the human use of technological artefacts as a joint cognitive system. This brief overview begins by examining the operation of ships in the context of a socio-technical system and extends this to describe them as a joint cognitive system. The second paper reports on a pilot study that shows the potential of large interactive surfaces for supporting the coordination of the voyage planning and execution. This was developed in response to increased information and communication systems on boards ships. The third paper discusses design approaches and development processes for the inclusive design (wheelchair user) of a 12m catamaran; current boating opportunities for people with disabilities are also reviewed.
The fourth paper reviews the potential of Passive Design, which is a transfer of innovation from architecture to empower designers and yards to meet the IMO EEDI (Energy Efficiency Design Index) and future legislation. It achieves this by reducing the HVAC energy consumption requirements through the use of the natural environment to passively cool, heat, ventilate and light. The fifth paper reports on the challenges of long distance learning and the role of Virtual Learning Environments in enhancing the learning experience, which are examined in the context of constructive alignment and outcome-based learning together with other long-distance learning practices at the Marine Technology Education Consortium.
The three design reviews presented all focus on the use of Design-Driven Innovation (DDI) to enhance current or develop new vessel market sectors. The first design review is a 35m luxury catamaran, which engages Passive Design and Universal Design in the design of a luxury, performance, energy efficient vessel for the ageing (55+) clientele. The design proposal addresses the gap in the market for luxury, performance orientated vessels and blends ecological technologies that work in favour of the client and also benefit the environment.
The second design review refers to a 120m pentamaran superyacht for the Chinese market. This was a
multidisciplinary superyacht design project engaging in DDI through the application of a technologically advanced high speed platform. Building on the emotional design aspects of high speed boating and contemporary Chinese luxury, including the heritage of Chinese Art Deco, this project proposes a change in the design meaning associated with superyachts by developing an Art Deco high speed superyacht coastal cruiser for the Chinese market.
A 240m cruise ship for the American market is the focus of the final design review. The cruise industry has become one of the fastest growing tourism sectors. Growth in popularity has changed the luxury design meaning of cruising from its elitist beginnings into something more accessible and less exclusive. This design proposal challenges perceptions of exclusivity in the American cruise market by using DDI to create a new market between luxury cruising and superyacht charter.
We encourage discussion on published papers, design reviews and articles as well as design perspectives and trends. The editorial board would welcome your contribution to this journal as members of the marine design industry.
Kind regards, Dr Sean McCartan Editor
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