Symmetry/Asymmetry in Computer-Aided Industrial Design (en Inglés) - Yanpu Yang Yang;Dengkai Chen Chen

This Reprint compiles cutting-edge research from the Special Issue "Symmetry/Asymmetry in Computer-Aided Industrial Design," offering fresh perspectives on how balanced and unbalanced design principles shape user experience, functionality, and innovation. Far beyond mere visual aesthetics, symmetry and asymmetry are examined as dynamic forces influencing everything from human-machine interaction and affective response to decision-making under uncertainty. The included studies showcase advanced computational approaches-spanning AI-generated design, data-driven preference modeling, cognitive load assessment, and hybrid evaluation frameworks-that bridge perceptual harmony with functional rationality. Contributions address critical challenges such as aligning designer intent with user needs, optimizing ergonomic interfaces for service robots and airtight cabins, and reinterpreting traditional patterns through contemporary perception models. By integrating theories from visual cognition, Kansei engineering, axiomatic design, and ergonomics, this Reprint highlights how intentional symmetry can foster usability and emotional resonance, while strategic asymmetry uncovers opportunities for personalization and adaptive design. It serves as a timely resource for researchers and practitioners navigating the complex interplay between order, variation, and human-centeredness in next-generation industrial design.