All design research studies — page 187
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.
- Human Factors · 2024Virtual Embodiment Enhances VR Game Immersion by 30%
- Human Factors · 2025Mixed Reality excels in reducing cognitive load during complex assembly tasks
- Human Factors · 2022Model-driven safety risk assessment accelerates production commissioning by 30%
- Human Factors · 2021Nerve-tendon mobilization and short breaks reduce Carpal Tunnel Syndrome complaints by 12.7% and fatigue by 5.7% in rock breakers.
- Human Factors · 2025Wearable Exosuit Design Reduces User Load by 4kg for Upper Limb Assistance
- Commercial Production · 2024Real-time production monitoring slashes rejection rates by 210.87 units
- Human Factors · 2025Kinematic analysis quantifies ergonomic risks in sonography, informing WRMSD prevention.
- Human Factors · 2023Human-Robot Collaboration Adoption Hindered by Technical, Economic, Social, and Normative Barriers
- Human Factors · 2024Single-bed hospital rooms increase nurse presence but complicate monitoring, impacting patient safety and nurse well-being.
- Resource Management · 2023Chitosan-Magnetite Sorbents Achieve 27.6% Arsenic Removal Efficiency at Optimized Conditions
- Human Factors · 2017Cancellous bone's material density peaks at extremes of porosity, not mid-range.
- User-Centred Design · 2019Chatbot Re-engagement Boosts Applicant Experience and Data Transparency
- Human Factors · 2019Occupational noise exposure significantly correlates with reduced job satisfaction, particularly in physical work conditions.
- Sustainability · 2018Predictive Model for Sustainable Building Upgrades
- Human Factors · 2021Keyboard placement 8cm from desk edge minimizes wrist and elbow joint strain
- Human Factors · 2025Building Biology Principles Enhance Educational Spaces for Individuals with Down Syndrome
- Human Factors · 2019Anthropocentric design of UAS enhances operator performance and decision-making.
- Human Factors · 2021Automated merging algorithms can maintain traffic flow by optimizing vehicle gap acceptance.
- Human Factors · 2018Environmental factors significantly influence public space usage and user behaviour
- Human Factors · 2021Healthcare Signage Design for the Elderly: Enhancing Wayfinding and Independence
- Human Factors · 2018Augmented Reality enhances aeronautic maintenance task completion by 25%
- Human Factors · 2018Sensorimotor training device significantly improves postural kyphosis by addressing muscle imbalance
- Human Factors · 2016Observer tolerance to glare increases by 25% throughout the day
- Human Factors · 2025Smartwatch data visualization: Charts and graphs outperform text in dynamic environments
- Human Factors · 2025Immersive VR training boosts building energy awareness by over 90%
- Human Factors · 2019Communication Disparities Hinder Service Access for Older Adults
- Human Factors · 2016Gait-based Biometrics Enhance IoT Security by Leveraging Unique Human Movement Patterns
- Human Factors · 2020Personalized BIM data enhances high-rise fire evacuation by 25%
- Sustainability · 2019Patient Experience Drives Circularity in Medical Devices
- Modelling · 2015Cell-Transmission Models Enhance Traffic Flow Simulation Accuracy
- Human Factors · 2016Embodied Cognition in High-Speed Motorcycling Enhances Rider-Machine Integration
- Innovation & Design · 2022Predictive Maintenance Models Drive Manufacturing Growth
- Human Factors · 2022Active suspension in power wheelchairs reduces vibration-dose-value on surface transitions
- Human Factors · 2024Dynamic Mobility Training Outperforms Static Correction for Text Neck Syndrome
- Human Factors · 2025Wood and Red Brick Enhance Creativity; Concrete and White Paint Boost Focus in Learning Environments
- Human Factors · 2023Ergonomic interventions can reduce low back pain prevalence in nurses by up to 42.6%
- Human Factors · 2018Predicting Car Seat Contact Area with Anthropometric Data
- Human Factors · 2024Virtual rehabilitation systems can enhance balance and gait in patients with musculoskeletal disorders
- Human Factors · 2017Dynamic Wheelchair Seating Alters Cardiovascular Function in Spinal Cord Injury Patients
- Human Factors · 2021Passive trunk orthosis reduces erector spinae muscle activity by up to 65% during seated tasks
- Sustainability · 2025Telework can reduce commuting emissions by up to 54%, but rebound effects require careful management.
- Human Factors · 2021Multipurpose Foldable Table Boosts Task Efficiency by 50% and Reduces Space Footprint by 80%
- Human Factors · 2021Adaptive Sports Analytics: Bridging the Data Gap for Enhanced Performance and Accessibility
- Human Factors · 2022Propeller Aircraft Cabin Design: Prioritizing Noise, Vibration, and Seat Comfort Over Anthropometry
- Human Factors · 2023Preschool chair dimensions often mismatch children's anthropometry, risking long-term postural issues.
- Human Factors · 20253D printing enables personalized prosthetic sockets, improving user comfort and function.
- User-Centred Design · 2020Virtual Teams Enhance Online Learning Environments by 25% Through NGLE Framework
- Human Factors · 2020Offline-first digital health tools can bridge the chronic care gap in low-bandwidth rural areas.
- User-Centred Design · 2019Inclusive Library Design Reduces Barriers and Empowers Women with Disabilities
- Human Factors · 2026AI in Rehabilitation: Bridging the Gap Between Clinical Promise and Real-World Application
- Human Factors · 2019MASTER Framework Enhances Older Adult Engagement in Community Music Ensembles
- Human Factors · 2018Cultivating Resilience: Strategies for Supporting Refugee Students in Higher Education
- Human Factors · 2021Horizontal form orientation and sparse blue-green color density improve visual search efficiency by 20%
- User-Centred Design · 2025Gen Z Prioritizes After-Sales Service and Durability Over Features for Smartphone Satisfaction
- Human Factors · 2025Older drivers demonstrate superior emergency response in simulated scenarios
- Human Factors · 2023Cooperative Human-Machine Decision-Making Enhances Performance and Trust
- Human Factors · 2020Windshield curvature significantly impacts driver reaction time and cognitive load
- Innovation & Design · 2021Cognitive Adaptability Predicts Paradigm-Shifting Design Solutions
- Human Factors · 2025eHealth Interventions for Pressure Injury Prevention Show Moderate Adoption Potential
- User-Centred Design · 2015Aesthetic principles of Unity-in-Variety and Maximum-Effect-for-Minimum-Means enhance product-service system appeal.
- Human Factors · 2023Servant Leadership Fosters Employee Thriving and Adaptability Through Enhanced Self-Esteem
- Innovation & Design · 2023Gamification in Business Education Boosts Student Engagement and Behavior Change
- Innovation & Design · 2024A Seven-Stage Framework Enhances Creativity in Textile Design Education
- Human Factors · 2019VR Immersion Fluency Decreases Time Estimation Accuracy
- Human Factors · 2018Auxetic Heel Support Enhances Achilles Tendon Healing and Comfort
- Human Factors · 2024Ergonomic Interventions Boost Sustainable Development in Food Production
- Human Factors · 2017Assist-as-Needed Control Enhances Knee Rehabilitation Exoskeleton Effectiveness
- Human Factors · 2024Ankle Exoskeleton Design: Balancing User Anatomy and Structural Integrity for Elderly Mobility
- Human Factors · 2019Isometric back endurance predicts flight duty limitations in fighter pilots
- Final Production · 2023Injection molding of TPE enables cost-effective mass production of soft robotic grippers
- Human Factors · 2024Human Hand Kinematics as a Blueprint for Advanced Robotic Dexterity
- Human Factors · 2026Carbon fiber composites in tennis racquets reduce vibration by 25%, enhancing player comfort.
- Human Factors · 2024Half-kneeling squats significantly increase lower extremity muscle activation compared to standing or full kneeling.
- Human Factors · 2025Soft robotic glove with virtual environment enhances post-stroke hand rehabilitation feasibility and user satisfaction
- Human Factors · 2020Metacarpal Gloves Reduce Hand Fracture Risk by 55% Under Impact Loads
- Sustainability · 2026Cellulose Ionogels: A Sustainable Foundation for Advanced Functional Materials
- Human Factors · 2024Age-related decline in proprioception significantly impairs postural stability and increases fall risk.
- User-Centred Design · 2024Media Literacy Skills Significantly Enhance Electronic Resource Utilization by Library Science Students
- Classic Design · 2024Traditional Thai weaving patterns achieve high consumer satisfaction through balanced aesthetic and cultural elements.
- Innovation & Design · 2023Strategic Design Attitude: A Seven-Component Model for Organizational Strategy
- Sustainability · 2023Integrating Sustainability into Educational Models Drives Global Development Goals
- User-Centred Design · 2024Game-Based Learning Enhances Early Childhood Cognitive and Social Skills
- Innovation & Design · 2024Scientific information transfer to the public is hampered by limited audiovisual resources and broadcast space.
- Innovation & Design · 2023Circular Economy Entrepreneurship: Navigating Material Cycles and Business Models
- Resource Management · 2023Individual Responsibility in Food Waste Obscures Systemic Inequality
- Innovation & Design · 2024Local Sourcing Multiplies Festival Economic Impact by 2.5x
- Classic Design · 2015Crafts as a Vehicle for Enduring Cultural Identity Under Imperial Rule
- Classic Design · 2024Indigenous Storytelling Enhances Communicative Competence by 80% Engagement
- Classic Design · 2023Reimagining Industrial Heritage: Adaptive Reuse of Rio's Docklands Warehouses
- Sustainability · 2022Rural Festivals Can Achieve Sustainability Through Community-Centric Planning
- Classic Design · 2025Art Nouveau's enduring appeal can be revitalized through AR for sustainability education
- Classic Design · 2025The Deep Sea: A Metaphor for Unveiling the Unknown and Shaping Design Narratives
- Classic Design · 2016The enduring power of form: how classic design principles transcend time and context
- Sustainability · 2024Community-led ecotourism thrives through integrated human resource development and stakeholder collaboration.
- Sustainability · 2020Urban Food Cycles Enhance City Resilience Through Integrated Design
- Innovation & Design · 2022Open-source software democratizes advanced computational modeling for educational and professional applications.
- Classic Design · 2021Chintz: A Textile as Printed Matter and a Medium of Oppression
- Classic Design · 2024Safety and Durability as Paramount in Building Design
- User-Centred Design · 2025User-Centric Data Reporting Enhances Engagement and Trust in Mental Health Research
- Classic Design · 2022Fluid Landscapes: Reimagining 'Chineseness' Through Narrative and Environment