Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This study draws inspiration from the "Jade Pig-Dragon of the Hongshan Culture in Chaoyang", exploring the innovative integration of its design elements with modern "bus handrail" systems. By analyzing the cultural significance, artistic characteristics, and symbolic meanings of the Jade Pig-Dragon, combined with the functional requirements and ergonomic principles of bus handrails, a design solution that balances cultural heritage and practicality is proposed. The research employs methods such as "literature review, user surveys, 3D modeling, and prototype testing" to develop a new handrail structure based on the "C"-shaped silhouette of the Jade Pig-Dragon. Functional enhancements, including "jade-like materials, LED lighting, and a rotatable connector", are incorporated. Experimental results demonstrate that the design not only preserves traditional aesthetic features but also significantly improves grip comfort and nighttime visibility. Additionally, an "embedded QR code" facilitates cultural education, enhancing public awareness of the Hongshan Culture. This study provides a feasible model for the "application of traditional cultural symbols in modern public infrastructure", offering both social value and commercial potential. It contributes positively to the promotion of regional cultural heritage and the enhancement of urban public space quality.
Authors: Zhang Jiaxuan, Li Zhuo, Zheng Xinyu, Zhao Jidong, Zhou Wenkai
Institution: Dalian University of Technology
Language: English
Subfield: Museology
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
Funder: Dalian University of Technology
OpenAlex ID: W4411286385