Eric Hansen
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Eric Hansen is an emerging scholar at the forefront of human-centred design and Industry 5.0 research, contributing foundational frameworks that are reshaping how we understand the relationship between people, technology, and manufacturing systems. His work challenges conventional thinking by expanding the definition of "human" in human-centric manufacturing beyond the factory operator to include designers, consumers, and broader society — a distinction that carries significant implications for how industries approach ethical, social, and environmental responsibility. Hansen's most cited contribution, "Outlook on human-centred design in industry 5.0" (2025, 17 citations), differentiates human-centred from user-centred design, advocating for approaches that embrace mass customisation, personalisation, and co-creation. His complementary multi-level framework paper (2025, 16 citations) bridges human-centricity across the full spectrum from design to consumption, situating Industry 5.0 within the broader context of Society 5.0. Notably, both landmark papers were published in 2025, yet have already accumulated substantial citations — a testament to the timeliness and relevance of his research agenda. For students and researchers navigating the evolving landscape of sustainable, people-first manufacturing, Hansen's work offers an essential theoretical foundation.
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