@inproceedings{43a39d0631eb477483d4570127d5998d,
title = "Evolution trends of material usage and processing in spectacle frame",
abstract = "Nowadays' optical frames are the result of a collaboration between designers and engineers; it is a combination of high technology and art. Around 250 technical operations are performed in order to make a high-quality metal frame, and there are 120 to 180 operations to make a plastic frame. Although the Asian manufacturers of optical frames are prevailing in the world market, a relatively rudimentary trial-and-error method is being used. A more systematic and analytic approach is thus needed for them to grasp the evolution trends in the competitive market. This paper discusses how Gabriel Tarde's diffusion S-curve and the TRIZ theory can be employed to analyze the evolution trends in optical frame design and manufacturing.",
keywords = "Evolution trends, Material selection and processing, Spectacle frame design and manufacturing",
author = "Fung, {Mei Ling} and Yu, {Kai Ming} and Yuen, {Man Wah}",
year = "2006",
month = dec,
day = "1",
language = "English",
isbn = "0878494219",
series = "Materials Science Forum",
pages = "512--515",
booktitle = "Advances in Materials Manufacturing Science and Technology II - Selected Papers from the 12th International Manufacturing Conference in China",
note = "12th International Manufacturing Conference in China, IMCC2006 ; Conference date: 21-09-2006 Through 23-09-2006",
}