All design research studies — page 250
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.
- User-Centred Design · 20183D-Printed Wrist-Driven Orthosis Enhances Hand Function and Accessibility for Spinal Cord Injury Patients
- Classic Design · 2019High-rise building design evolves through material innovation and structural efficiency
- User-Centred Design · 2020Participatory design revitalizes historic public housing by addressing socio-spatial inequalities.
- Final Production · 2016Replacing 20% of glass fiber with kenaf reduces composite density by 13% with minimal compression strength loss.
- Sustainability · 2017Chinese Manufacturing's Green Growth Efficiency Shows Steady Improvement, High Potential for Resource & Emission Reduction
- Resource Management · 2020Jujube pit biochar effectively removes lead from water, retaining 70% capacity after five reuses
- Final Production · 2020Nanostructured biomaterials enhance bone regeneration by mimicking natural hierarchical structures
- Final Production · 2019Alkaline treatment enhances coir fibre composite performance by improving surface adhesion and reducing water absorption.
- Final Production · 2017Sisal fiber reinforcement enhances thermal stability and mechanical performance of bio-polyurethane composites
- Final Production · 2016Binderless boards from natural fibers offer a formaldehyde-free alternative to traditional particleboard.
- Final Production · 2015Monolithic Piezoelectric Actuator Achieves 0.2 μm Motion Resolution for Microelectronic Wire Clamping
- Final Production · 2017Cuticular Protein Gene Dictates Silkworm Larval Shape and Coloration
- Final Production · 2018Chitosan/Cellulose Nanocomposite Coatings Extend Strawberry Shelf Life
- Final Production · 2020Liquid-assisted extrusion enhances flexural strength of polyethylene nanocomposites by 139% through improved cellulose nanofiber dispersion
- Final Production · 2018MCDM tools optimize natural fibre composite selection for automotive components
- Final Production · 20194D Printing Enables Dynamic Shape-Morphing in Additive Manufacturing
- Final Production · 2020Scaling photoelectrochemical cells from 1cm² to 8cm² maintains performance while revealing degradation insights.
- Final Production · 2016Optimizing Magnetoelectric Composite Properties through Sintering and Reoxidation
- Human Factors · 2017Passenger cabin design must prioritize individual entertainment and perceived safety for enhanced travel experience.
- Innovation & Design · 2017Folk craftsmanship as a foundation for modern engineering innovation
- Final Production · 2016Bridge seismic resilience enhanced by expansion joint mitigation devices
- Final Production · 2017Nitinol stent crimping force is predictable with FEA, informing optimal oversizing for heart valve replacement.
- Final Production · 2018Nanostructured Copper Oxide Surfaces Enhanced by Gold Decoration Boost Nitrate Reduction Efficiency
- Final Production · 2017Perpendicular nanostructures reduce microfluidic flow by 20%
- Final Production · 2016Transient Electrolysis Enables Energy-Efficient Nanostructured Oxide Composite Production
- Final Production · 2018Viscoelastic Filling Enhances Vibration Damping in 3D Printed Kagome Lattices
- Final Production · 2019Titania Nanostructure Morphology Dictates Photocatalytic Performance
- Final Production · 20194% Alkali Treatment Boosts Bamboo-Epoxy Composite Tensile Strength by 45% and Interfacial Adhesion by 100%
- Resource Management · 2020Integrated Sulfuric Leaching and Electrodeposition Recovers >99% Pure Copper from PCB Sludge
- Final Production · 2019Composite Cu-CNT Micropillars Enhance Cooling Efficiency by 20%
- Modelling · 2019Graph Theory Simplifies Complex Origami Structure Modelling
- Final Production · 2019Earthworm-inspired locomotion enhances underwater drilling robot performance
- Final Production · 2017Biomimetic Soft Sucker Achieves Variable Load Anchoring with Integrated Sensing
- Final Production · 2020Hierarchical Truss Metamaterials Achieve 80% Weight Reduction with Negligible Impact on Auxetic Properties
- Final Production · 2020Electroless Gold-Silver Plating Enhances Surface Properties of Additively Manufactured AlSi10Mg
- Final Production · 2016Fusion reactor dust resuspension risk quantified by experimental and CFD analysis
- Final Production · 2018Tailoring Nanowire Magnetic Properties via Electrochemical Synthesis and Template Modification
- Final Production · 2019Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing Enhances Stellite 6 Strength and Microstructure
- Final Production · 2019Microcasting Technique Achieves 40% Lighter, High-Strength Aluminum Composites
- Final Production · 2018Higher Silicon Content in Additively Manufactured Al-Si Alloys Enhances Corrosion Resistance by Reducing Micro-Crack Formation
- Final Production · 2016Coherent Phase Boundaries Significantly Enhance Fracture Toughness in Nanocrystalline Cemented Carbides
- Final Production · 2019Ag/Ti2SnC Composites Offer Comparable Arc Erosion Resistance to Ag/CdO
- Final Production · 2018Wide particle size distribution enhances powder bed density in metal additive manufacturing
- Final Production · 2016Metal Coating Enhances Metallic Glass Ductility by Retarding Shear Band Propagation
- Final Production · 2018Surface topography modification significantly enhances bioimplant longevity and host response.
- Final Production · 2017Optimized Laser Powder Bed Fusion Process Achieves 99.8% Density with Low-Cost Iron Powders
- Final Production · 2020Binder Jetting Ceramics: Post-Processing and Testing Crucial for Optimal Performance
- Final Production · 2020Ti6Al4V powder degrades after 8 laser powder bed fusion recycle iterations, exceeding oxygen limits.
- Final Production · 2019Nanoanalytical techniques enhance organic-inorganic nanohybrid quality control and reproducibility.
- Resource Management · 2020CMC@MMT-FeS Composite Achieves 99% Immobilization of Hexavalent Chromium in Contaminated Soil
- Final Production · 2015Functionally graded Ni-Ti microstructures achieve hardness up to 513 HV0.3
- Final Production · 2015Nanostructured Surfaces Enhance Orthopedic Implant Performance
- Final Production · 2017Vanadium Carbide Interlayers Enhance Diamond Adhesion on Steel by Mitigating Thermal Mismatch
- Final Production · 2020Molten Salt Interactions Compromise Cathode Purity in Metal Extraction
- Final Production · 2020High-Pressure Torsion Enhances AlSi10Mg Microhardness by 200% Through Microstructural Refinement
- Final Production · 2017Polymer microfluidics: Cost-effective fabrication for widespread adoption
- Human Factors · 2020Hamstring injuries in elite youth soccer peak in August and October, suggesting seasonal design considerations for training and equipment.
- Final Production · 2016X-ray Tomography Verifies Medical Implant Quality by Quantifying Porosity and Comparing to CAD
- Final Production · 2016Electromagnetic pulsing enables rapid, non-thermal shaping of metallic glasses
- Final Production · 2015Mesoporous Carbon-Coated LiTi2(PO4)3 Anodes Enhance Aqueous Rechargeable Lithium Battery Lifespan by 88.9% Over 1200 Cycles
- Final Production · 2019Concave Coil Design Enhances Tube Expansion Uniformity by 25%
- Final Production · 2018Anisotropic Meta-Atoms Enable Multifunctional Metasurface Integration
- Resource Management · 2015Electrochemical Oxidation and Biological Filtration Synergistically Enhance Coking Wastewater Treatment
- Final Production · 2020Printed Nanomaterials Enable Scalable, Cost-Effective Flexible Hybrid Electronics
- Final Production · 2018Plasma treatment creates gradient elasticity to prevent cracking in thin films
- Final Production · 2015Bio-inspired fibrillar adhesives achieve superior adhesion through micro-patterning, but manufacturing simplicity favors flat-tipped pillars.
- Final Production · 2019Optimizing Thermoforming Temperature for Woven CF/PEEK Composites Enhances Formability and Prevents Delamination
- Final Production · 2020Scalable Nanofabrication for Metasurface Commercialization
- Final Production · 2017Rolled-up 3D metamaterials enable mass fabrication of advanced THz devices
- Human Factors · 2020Spatial ability significantly enhances problem representation in engineering tasks
- Final Production · 2018Surface coatings can enhance component properties but their impact on vibration damping is often negligible.
- Final Production · 2018Micropatterning enhances perovskite photoluminescence lifetime by 20%
- Final Production · 2016Surface treatment significantly impacts composite joint strength and failure modes
- Final Production · 2017Upset Protrusion Joining enables robust, cost-effective joining of dissimilar metals, including die-cast magnesium.
- Final Production · 2017Polyacetal gears exhibit distinct wear patterns under misalignment, with pitch misalignment being the most critical.
- Final Production · 2017Micro-stylus design for sub-50µm feature measurement requires integrated manufacturing and metrology
- Resource Management · 2016Optimizing Solar Collector Placement Boosts Hot Water System Efficiency by 15%
- Final Production · 2016Electrode tip wear in spot welding significantly impacts weld quality and production efficiency.
- Final Production · 2016Polymer Composites Offer a Sustainable Alternative to Traditional Wood Framing in Residential Construction
- Final Production · 2019Delta wing design with integrated antenna optimizes aerodynamic performance and reduces production costs
- Final Production · 2016Optimizing Adhesive Bond Strength for Enhanced Dental Restoration Longevity
- Final Production · 2020Hyperelastic Rubber Hold-Downs Enhance CLT Shear Wall Performance
- Final Production · 2017Galfenol and Alfenol alloys enable wireless dynamic torque sensing in drive trains
- Final Production · 2016Uniform Chromium Distribution in TLP Bonds Enhances Superalloy Corrosion Resistance
- Final Production · 2015Adaptive seam tracking enhances robotic TIG weld quality by 25%
- Final Production · 2019Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing Restores Titanium Alloy Components with High Integrity
- Resource Management · 2020Wastewater-fed Microbial Electrolysis Cells (MECs) can produce hydrogen and valuable chemicals while treating waste.
- Final Production · 2020Laser Powder Bed Fusion Enables Complex Superalloy Geometries with Tailored Microstructures
- Final Production · 2015Silicone elastomers offer superior long-term resiliency in soft denture liners compared to plasticized acrylic resins.
- Resource Management · 2017Salinity Threshold for Activated Sludge in Textile Wastewater Treatment
- Final Production · 2018Complex Detector Systems Require Robust Engineering and Integration Strategies
- Final Production · 2018Nanocoatings Enhance Textile Durability and Functionality
- Resource Management · 2017Stable Zirconium-Porphyrin MOFs Achieve 99% Bisphenol A Removal in Water Treatment
- Final Production · 2020Single Crystal Superalloys with Optimized Composition Enhance Gas Turbine Blade Creep Resistance by 20%
- Final Production · 2020Bio-sourced phytic acid and biochar treatment significantly enhances cotton fabric flame retardancy
- Final Production · 2017Engineered Zirconia Surfaces Enhance Biomedical Device Longevity and Biocompatibility
- Final Production · 2019Scalable Graphene Production Methods Impact Material Quality and Application Viability
- Resource Management · 2020Timber origin significantly impacts sawlog load mass and density
- Resource Management · 2020Office Fit-Out Demolition: 78% Landfill Rate Driven by Lease Costs and Product Design
- Resource Management · 2019Waste Heat Recovery System Cuts Wood Drying Energy Consumption by 38.5%