Table 14 Technical evaluation and prioritization matrix of functional Requirements.

From: Optimization strategies for elderly hearing aid user satisfaction based on the Kano QFD integrated model and FAD theory

Functional requirement

Rank

Technical

Challenge

Engineering

Strategy

Priority category

\(\:{FR}_{7}\)

1

Heavy hardware dependence; high frequency of use

Lightweight software combined with hardware reuse

Core Innovation

\(\:{FR}_{4}\)

2

Bottlenecks in energy density; difficulty in optimizing BMS algorithms

AI-based predictive maintenance; preliminary research into solid-state batteries; explore alternative energy solutions

Core Innovation

\(\:{FR}_{3}\)

3

Conflict between material strength and cost; high process complexity

Use Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate trade-offs among weight, strength, and cost for materials such as titanium alloys and carbon fiber.

Core Innovation

\(\:{FR}_{5}\)

4

Decreased interface strength; sacrifice of compactness

Standardized interfaces; partial modularization

Differentiated Competition

\(\:{FR}_{6}\)

5

High-cost components offer low marginal benefits

Directional sound field technology; selective investment

Differentiated Competition

\(\:{FR}_{2}\)

6

High cost (e.g., PEEK), limitations in recycling technologies

Glass fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP), cost reduction via modification technologies

Supportive Function

\(\:{FR}_{1}\)

7

Conflict between aesthetics and functionality; cost-sensitive

Conform to structural design; adopt minimalist approach

Supportive Function

\(\:{FR}_{9}\)

8

Risk of structural weakening; limited applicability across scenarios

Quick-release design for key components (e.g., battery compartment)

Supportive Function

\(\:{FR}_{8}\)

9

Declining demand under the trend of touchscreens

Conform to structural design; adopt minimalist approach

Supportive Function