Thesis Compendio: plataforma colaborativa para el desarrollo de tecnología asistiva con fabricación digital
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Date
2025-08
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Ingeniería en Diseño de Productos
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Campus Santiago San Joaquín
Abstract
Esta memoria aborda el desarrollo de un marco de trabajo para la personalización de ayudas técnicas impresas en 3D, orientado a adultos mayores en actividades de la vida diaria (AVD). A través de la metodología del Doble Diamante y un proceso de codiseño con terapeutas ocupacionales, se identificaron oportunidades, barreras y criterios clave para el diseño de dispositivos que respondan a contextos de dependencia y cuidados. Se desarrolló un prototipo funcional de plataforma web colaborativa — denominado Compendio— que permite sistematizar, adaptar y compartir soluciones técnicas según el perfil de uso. La evaluación con profesionales indicó una alta valoración del enfoque comunicacional y una necesidad de construir un lenguaje común entre diseñadores y actores del ámbito de la salud. La memoria concluye que el diseño situado y colaborativo, potenciado por herramientas de fabricación digital, puede aportar significativamente a la autonomía y dignidad de las personas mayores.
This thesis explores the development of a framework for the customization of 3D-printed assistive devices, aimed at supporting older adults in daily living activities (ADLs). Using the Double Diamond methodology and a codesign process with occupational therapists, the study identified key opportunities, barriers, and design criteria for devices tailored to contexts of dependency and care. A functional prototype of a collaborative web platform —called Compendio— was developed to systematize, adapt, and share technical solutions based on user profiles. Evaluation by professionals highlighted the strong communicative approach and the need to build a shared language between designers and health professionals. The thesis concludes that situated and collaborative design, enabled by digital fabrication tools, can significantly contribute to the autonomy and dignity of older adults.
This thesis explores the development of a framework for the customization of 3D-printed assistive devices, aimed at supporting older adults in daily living activities (ADLs). Using the Double Diamond methodology and a codesign process with occupational therapists, the study identified key opportunities, barriers, and design criteria for devices tailored to contexts of dependency and care. A functional prototype of a collaborative web platform —called Compendio— was developed to systematize, adapt, and share technical solutions based on user profiles. Evaluation by professionals highlighted the strong communicative approach and the need to build a shared language between designers and health professionals. The thesis concludes that situated and collaborative design, enabled by digital fabrication tools, can significantly contribute to the autonomy and dignity of older adults.
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Codiseño, Ayudas técnicas, Personalización, Adulto Mayor, Fabricación digital, Co-desing, Assistive devices, Customization, Older adults, Digital fabrication