Design and Practice of Marine-Themed Neck Pillow under Bionic Design Form Transformation: A Case Study of the "Marine Support Project"

Abstract

While green design and human-centered design are becoming mainstream trends in industrial design, conventional neck pillows suffer from problems such as uniform shape, poor ergonomic adaptability, limited functionality, and lack of cultural significance, failing to meet the daily rest, fatigue recovery, and individual aesthetic needs of young students. To overcome the bottlenecks of existing product design, this paper focuses on constructing a comprehensive methodology for product form transformation centered on biomimetic design theory. Through literature review, case analysis, and design practice, the transformation logic of the entire process, including the extraction of biological features, the conversion of design language, the integration of functions, and the construction of user experience, will be systematically elucidated. In this paper, high school and university students will serve as the core user group to conduct a professional design practice of a biomimetic neck pillow with an ocean theme, called the "Ocean Support Project." In this project, the morphology, mechanical properties, and ecological properties of marine mollusks will be selected, and a systematic conversion and reconstruction from natural biological features to product form, structural function, visual language, and user experience will be achieved. Based on the needs of young people in various situations such as studying, commuting, and resting, we have optimized the core functions of neck support and fatigue reduction while incorporating design concepts of marine ecosystems and environmental protection, thereby adding an immersive nature experience and ecological educational value to the product. Research and practice have shown that by adopting scientific biomimetic morphological modification methods, we can effectively improve the ergonomic performance of wearable products, enrich their visual appeal and cultural significance, and provide a feasible reference paradigm and practical methods for the ecological, human-centered, and innovative design of everyday items on campus. Furthermore, through lightweight, cultural, and creative products, we help educate and guide students in developing marine environmental awareness, achieving a fusion of practicality, aesthetic value, and social educational value.