Design Ethics and the Sharing Economy: Frontier Explorations and Innovative Developments from an Interdisciplinary Perspective

Abstract

This paper focuses on the frontier areas of design ethics and the sharing economy, delving into their theoretical connotations, practical applications, challenges faced, and future development trends from an interdisciplinary perspective. By integrating ethical considerations in automated vehicle control with the moral logic within the sharing economy, this study analyzes the connections and distinctions between the two in terms of market construction and societal impact, revealing the pivotal role of ethical factors in emerging technologies and economic models. The research findings indicate that in automated vehicle control, ethical frameworks can guide engineering decisions to align vehicle behavior with societal expectations; participants in the sharing economy, on the other hand, attempt to construct markets based on morality, pursuing social connectivity and autonomous creation. However, both face numerous challenges, such as technological complexity, ethical dilemmas, and market regulation. Future research should deepen interdisciplinary collaboration to promote theoretical innovation and practical development, thereby fostering the sustainable development of design ethics and the sharing economy, and providing robust support for societal progress.