디지털 후각(E-Nose) 시스템을 적용한 AI 스마트 디퓨저의 사용자경험(UX) 디자인 연구 = A Study on User Experience Design of AI based Smart Diffuser Applying a E-Nose System

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

This study explores user expectations and experiences related to an electronic nose (E-Nose)-based smart diffuser designed for emotional expression and communication. A review of existing research on the relationship between olfaction and emotion informed the study, followed by a user survey examining perceptions of emotional expression, memory association, and digital olfactory system acceptance.
Results revealed that users recognized scent as a meaningful medium for emotional communication, particularly in recording personal experiences and recalling memories. Users also expressed strong ex pectations for natural scent reproduction, intuitive device control, and seamless emotional immersion.
Based on these findings, the study proposes an integrated UX/UI system and modular smart diffuser that supports scent collection, emotional tagging, and scent-based sharing. Although the study is ex ploratory in nature and focused on user perceptions, it offers valuable insights into how digital olfactory interfaces can enhance emotional interaction. The proposed system highlights the potential of AI-pow ered olfactory technology to support more personalized and immersive emotional experiences.