All design research studies — page 139
Every peer-reviewed study in the designdex.org index, newest first. Each entry links to a full summary with the finding, method, limitations and a practical design takeaway.
- Final Production · 2007Nanoimprint Lithography Achieves Sub-Diffraction Limit Resolution Through Mechanical Deformation
- Final Production · 2005Optimized Welding Sequence Reduces Laser Diode Module Distortion by 25%
- Final Production · 2010Nanowire Joining Techniques Enable Miniaturization and Enhanced Device Performance
- Final Production · 2009Optimizing Ornithopter Wing Structure for Lightweight Durability
- Final Production · 2009Steel Plate Shear Walls Offer High Seismic Resilience and Energy Dissipation
- Final Production · 2004Optimizing Friction Stir Welding for Polymers: Microstructure Dictates Flexural Strength
- Final Production · 2002Photothermal actuation of shape memory polymers requires precise optical coupling for medical devices
- Final Production · 2008Bismuth Titanate Transducers Offer Superior High-Temperature Performance
- Final Production · 2004Fusion bonding offers superior joining strength for thermoplastic composites compared to mechanical fastening or adhesive bonding.
- Final Production · 2006Advanced Composite Materials Enable Hypersonic Flight at Over 3000°F
- Final Production · 2002Low-rigidity titanium alloy (Ti–29Nb–13Ta–4.6Zr) matches or exceeds Ti–6Al–4V ELI in mechanical strength while offering superior bone integration.
- Final Production · 2010Self-healing polymers can restore material integrity, extending product lifespan.
- Final Production · 2010Microbial α-amylase: A Versatile Biocatalyst for Starch Conversion
- Innovation & Design · 2009Legitimacy and Technical Efficiency: The Dual Drivers of Organizational Survival
- Sustainability · 2005Commercialization Threatens Homegarden Biodiversity
- Final Production · 2009Precursor Choice Dictates Carbon Fiber Performance and Processing
- Sustainability · 2003Forest resources can be a pathway out of poverty, not just a safety net.
- Final Production · 2006Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) v4: A Tool for Predicting Fire Spread in Complex Environments
- Final Production · 2008LTCC Materials Enable Miniaturized, High-Frequency Electronic Components
- Final Production · 2005Material properties are dictated by atomic structure and bonding.
- Final Production · 2007Date Palm Cultivars Offer Diverse Material Properties for Design Applications
- Final Production · 2005Glass formation, crystallization, and phase separation significantly impact material properties.
- Final Production · 2003Biodegradable Polymers Offer Tailored Mechanical Properties for Advanced Tissue Engineering
- Final Production · 2007Catalytic Bleaching of Cotton Enhances Fiber Properties and Reduces Degradation
- Final Production · 2010Plasma Surface Modification Enhances Lithium-Ion Battery Separator Performance
- Final Production · 2007Optimizing cellulosic fiber flocculation for enhanced paper uniformity and retention
- Final Production · 2009Traditional papermaking techniques offer foundational insights for modern cellulosic fiber applications.
- Resource Management · 2007Biodegradable Resins and Natural Fibers Create Sustainable Composite Materials
- Final Production · 2009Electrospun Nanofibers Offer Versatile Drug Delivery Platforms
- Final Production · 2002PBO and M5 Fibers Offer Superior Heat and Flame Resistance for Demanding Applications
- Final Production · 2010Scalable Superhydrophobic Surface Fabrication for Commercial Viability
- Final Production · 2010Graphene Reinforcement Boosts Composite Fatigue Life by 1200x
- Final Production · 2007Surface treatment of natural fibers significantly boosts composite strength
- Final Production · 2007Synthetic layered nanoparticles enhance polymer composite performance across multiple applications
- Final Production · 2000Shape Memory Composites Achieve 95% Shape Recovery for Deployable Structures
- Resource Management · 2008Fungal Laccases: Eco-Friendly Catalysts for Sustainable Organic Synthesis
- Final Production · 2006Carbon Nanotube Networks Enable In-Situ Strain and Damage Sensing in Composites
- Final Production · 2010Peptide Self-Assembly Directs Inorganic Nanomaterial Synthesis
- Final Production · 200930nm Uncertainty Achieved in Non-Contact Freeform Optics Metrology for Ø500mm Components
- Final Production · 2009Rational Bézier curves can eliminate CNC contour errors by pre-compensating for machine dynamics.
- Final Production · 2002Anisotropic properties of composite laminates significantly impact structural performance.
- Final Production · 2005CAM Software is Critical for Collision-Free Multi-Axis Machining of Complex Parts
- Final Production · 2010Fuzzy scheduling algorithm boosts CNC machining precision by over 10x
- Final Production · 2007Optimized Quadrotor Frame Design Enhances Flight Stability and Payload Capacity
- Final Production · 2009CNC Correction of Face-Hobbed Gear Tooth Surface Errors Reduces Transmission Errors by 30%
- Commercial Production · 2008Workload Control Methodology Refinements Enhance Production Planning in Uncertain Environments
- Final Production · 2009Model-Based Control Enhances Industrial Robot Performance and Reduces Costs
- Final Production · 2010Accurate Robot Technology Enables High-Precision Airframe Assembly
- Final Production · 2006Biomimetic Actuators Enhance Robotic Force-to-Weight Ratio by 20%
- Final Production · 2009Predictive simulation of milling forces and deformations in thin-walled aerospace components.
- Final Production · 2010Uncoated Carbide Drills Outperform Diamond Coatings in Titanium/CFRP/Aluminum Stacks
- Final Production · 2008Conventional Machining Enables Low-Cost Fabrication of High-Performance Foil Thrust Bearings
- Final Production · 2005Human Rib Cortical Bone Exhibits Significant Plasticity and Age-Related Brittleness
- Final Production · 2004High-Speed Machining of Aero-Engine Alloys Requires Advanced Tooling and Cooling Strategies
- Final Production · 2001Lagrangian Boundary Element Method Optimizes Transient Free-Surface Flow Simulation in Thin Cavities
- Final Production · 2004Workspace optimization for tendon-based Stewart platforms using polynomial inequalities
- Final Production · 2001Polysulfones Offer High-Temperature Strength and Versatile Fabrication for Demanding Engineering Applications
- Final Production · 2005Thermoplastic Elastomers Offer Enhanced Processability and Performance in Molding Applications
- Innovation & Design · 2000Prioritizing Design Variables with Quality Functional Deployment for UAV Conceptualization
- Final Production · 2001Material Selection for Plastics Manufacturing: A Comparative Approach
- Final Production · 2004Optimizing Thermoforming Sheet Reheat for Enhanced Part Quality and Efficiency
- Final Production · 2010Material Properties and Processing Techniques Dictate Plastic Product Performance
- Final Production · 2008Data Mining Framework Enhances Polymer Composite Material Selection by 30%
- Final Production · 2009Biodegradable Polymers Offer Sustainable Alternatives for Packaging and Agricultural Films
- Final Production · 2002Diverse Plastic Processing Techniques for Material Transformation
- Final Production · 2008Enhancing Polymer Melt Strength via Ultra-High Molecular Weight Chain Integration
- Final Production · 2005Anisotropic Polymer Composites Enhance Heat Sink Performance by 25%
- Final Production · 2001Feature-Based Design Automates Early Manufacturing Process Selection
- Final Production · 2008Optimizing PLA Flexibility: Plasticizer Selection for Enhanced Impact and Elongation
- Final Production · 2010Biodegradable PBS Polymers Offer Versatile Thermoplastic Processing for Diverse Applications
- Resource Management · 2009Biodegradable Polymers: Balancing Performance and Environmental Impact
- Final Production · 2005Magnesium alloy corrosion resistance can be enhanced by up to 50% with targeted surface treatments.
- Final Production · 2007Selective Laser Melting Achieves 99.98% Density for Biocompatible Medical Parts
- Final Production · 2004Microstructure Analysis Reveals Material Performance Limits
- Final Production · 2009Nanocomposites Offer Enhanced Performance and Novel Design Opportunities
- Final Production · 2008Liquid Phase Sintering Optimizes Component Density and Microstructure
- Final Production · 2000Corrosion resistance is a critical design consideration for material longevity
- Final Production · 2004Peroxide Crosslinking Enhances Thermoplastic Elastomer Performance
- Classic Design · 2004Medicare's Prescription Drug Benefit: A Case Study in Evolving Design and Unlearned Lessons
- Final Production · 2010Optimizing Polymer Processing Parameters for Enhanced Product Quality
- Sustainability · 2007Millennial-scale settlement patterns reveal long-term resource management strategies
- Innovation & Design · 2004Early Tool Use Reveals a Foundational Schema for Technological Innovation
- Classic Design · 2002Urban Design as a Strategic Economic Development Tool for European Cities
- Classic Design · 2005Formalizing Relational Definitions Enhances Biomedical Ontology Clarity and Interoperability
- Resource Management · 2008Human Activity in Antarctica Causes Persistent Environmental Contamination
- Classic Design · 2007Automated Systems Undermine Classic Due Process: A Need for Technological Due Process
- Final Production · 2007Diverse Plastic Processing Techniques for Product Realization
- Final Production · 2008Surface functionalization of iron oxide nanoparticles enhances biocompatibility and interactive functions for advanced applications
- Innovation & Design · 2002Automated Semantic Role Labeling Enhances Natural Language Understanding Accuracy by 82%
- Innovation & Design · 2006Anticipatory Design: Shaping Technology Through Societal Expectations
- User-Centred Design · 2004Interactive Alignment: The Key to Seamless Dialogue in Design Communication
- Classic Design · 2009Dynamic Letterforms: Moving Beyond Static Print Paradigms
- Classic Design · 2001Design Principles Elevate Electronic Portfolios from Content Repositories to Engaging User Experiences
- User-Centred Design · 2010Designable Visual Markers Enhance Mobile Interaction by Communicating Information Visually
- Classic Design · 2005Adinkra Symbols Enhance Graphic Design with Rich African Visual Vocabulary
- Classic Design · 2002Bauhaus Stage Workshop: A Fusion of Form and Performance
- Innovation & Design · 2006Bridging Design and Business: A Curriculum for Strategic Design Leadership
- Classic Design · 2010Hue similarity and contrast significantly influence color combination preference and perceived harmony.
- User-Centred Design · 2002Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) enhances social communication and reduces problem behaviors in children with autism
- Classic Design · 2009The 'Normal' Human Form: A Precursor to Modern Design Standards