Special issue: Living Lab
Journal
International Journal of Automation and Smart Technology
Journal Volume
2
Journal Issue
3
Pages
171-
Date Issued
2012
Author(s)
Liu, P.-L.
Abstract
iving Lab refers to a user-centered, open-innovation ecosystem or a systematic approach, co-created by users, integrating research and innovation processes. The philosophy of Living Lab is to invite users to participate in the value creation of innovation process, including the exploration of user behavior and emerging scenarios, the co-creation of breakthrough ideas and innovative concepts, the experimentation of artifacts and services, and the evaluation of new concepts, artifacts or services in real life settings. As such, Living Labs are expected to develop products or services that are feasible, viable, and desirable. Today, there are many organizations or programs devoted to establish and realize the Living Lab concepts, such as the Framework Programme of the European Union, European Network of Living Labs (ENoLL), TRIAL (Translating Research and Innovation Lab) in the United Kingdom, and the Living Lab Global in Denmark, providing collaboration platforms and connecting international project partners. The aim of this Special Issue of the International Journal of Automation and Smart Technology is to present several types of Living Labs targeting broad research areas, each sharing its unique research method, strategies of implementation, and the benefits for the industry and communities.
Type
other