All design research studies — page 29
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.
- Modelling · 2020Optimizing Twin-Roll Casting Speed Enhances Mg-Alloy Ductility
- Modelling · 2020Virtual Manipulatives Enhance Numeracy Understanding in Elementary Students
- Modelling · 2020Digital Twin Simulation Enhances SCARA Manipulator Training by 30%
- Classic Design · 2022Golden Ratio Proportions Enhance Logo Aesthetic Appeal by 25%
- Classic Design · 2023Golden Ratio's Aesthetic Value is Largely a Myth, Not a Design Principle
- Classic Design · 2018Golden Ratio in Dental Design Enhances Facial Aesthetics
- Modelling · 2016Additive Manufacturing Enables Nonlinear Vibration Harvester Design Iterations
- Modelling · 2015Digital-Analogue Hybridization: Reimagining Leach Pottery Forms with 21st Century Technologies
- User-Centred Design · 2018Modular game controller design enhances accessibility through iterative 3D prototyping
- Modelling · 2017Rapid Prototyping Accelerates Iterative Design for Assistive Technology
- Modelling · 2022CAD modelling of a micro-hydro turbine prototype optimizes material selection and dimensions for remote energy generation.
- Modelling · 2021Coupled Dynamics Simulation for Floating Offshore Wind Turbine Design
- Commercial Production · 2009Six Sigma implementation slashes food distribution lead times by 40%
- Commercial Production · 2007Six Sigma DMAIC methodology reduces casting defects by 70% and improves process capability
- Commercial Production · 2020Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis Enhances Six Sigma Approach Selection
- Commercial Production · 2008Six Sigma: A Disciplined Methodology, Not a Management Fad
- Final Production · 2004Optimized Joining Techniques Extend Product Lifespan and Reduce Manufacturing Costs
- Final Production · 2003Pre-loading elastomers boosts fatigue life by reducing surface stress concentration
- Commercial Production · 2009Six Sigma adoption correlates with enhanced quality management in UK SMEs
- Final Production · 2020Advanced Joining Techniques Enhance Material Compatibility in Manufacturing
- Commercial Production · 2020Lean Manufacturing Framework Boosts Malaysian Furniture Industry Efficiency
- Resource Management · 2019Cellular production systems yield higher wood recovery rates in furniture manufacturing
- Final Production · 2016Timberica Oy's Chemical-Free Furniture Production Enhances Material Integrity and Market Appeal
- Commercial Production · 2019Wood Recovery Metrics Boost Furniture Production Efficiency
- Final Production · 2020Plasma Treatment Enhances Polymer Surface Wettability for Advanced Applications
- Human Factors · 2017Wet sportswear significantly degrades thermal comfort, impacting user performance.
- Human Factors · 2015Task design complexity influences cognitive load and L2 performance
- Human Factors · 2018Phase Change Materials in Business Attire Offer Modest but Notable Thermal Regulation in Cold Environments
- Human Factors · 2025Prolonged Screen Use Triggers Digital Eye Strain Symptoms in 75% of Users
- Human Factors · 2025Collaborative virtual patient simulations boost efficiency for complex tasks
- Resource Management · 2026Motorcycle Emissions Significantly Impact Urban Air Quality
- Human Factors · 2023AI-Generated Mannequins Enhance Anthropometric Design Accuracy by 30%
- Human Factors · 2025Age, Gender, Screen Time, and Lighting Intensity Significantly Impact Digital Eye Strain
- Human Factors · 2021Thermal Manikin Testing Accurately Assesses Children's Clothing Comfort Under Load
- Human Factors · 2020Quilted fabric structure significantly impacts thermal comfort and breathability
- Human Factors · 2025Clear Visual Hierarchy and Simplified Navigation Reduce Cognitive Load in B2B Cloud Software by 30%
- Human Factors · 2017Fabric thickness and texture significantly influence perceived wetness and skin temperature
- Human Factors · 2023Optimizing Simulation Complexity for Novice Learning: Balancing Performance and Cognitive Load
- Human Factors · 2020Working memory capacity significantly impacts forecasting accuracy under cognitive load
- Human Factors · 2023Element Interactivity: A Key Metric for Quantifying Task Complexity in Design
- Human Factors · 2024Mobile AR enhances desk ergonomics, reducing discomfort and boosting productivity
- Human Factors · 2020Robotic Assisted Transfer Devices Reduce Caregiver Musculoskeletal Strain by 30%
- Human Factors · 2023Passive Haptics and Perceptual Workspace Remapping Enhance XR Comfort and Performance in Constrained Spaces
- Human Factors · 2016Depth sensor posture analysis can identify musculoskeletal disorder risks
- Human Factors · 2024Foldable USB Table Design Enhances Workspace Portability and Usability
- User-Centred Design · 2026Tailored Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Significantly Improves Mental Health Outcomes for Young People with Epilepsy
- Final Production · 2020Cordierite Substrates Enable Lower-Temperature Multilayer Packaging with Copper Conductors
- Final Production · 2020Hot-state fusion of glass and ceramics unlocks novel artistic material properties
- Final Production · 2015Natural Zeolite and Potassium Permanganate Enhance Non-Woven Textile Ethylene Absorption by 30%
- Final Production · 2020Optimizing glass-ceramic fibre strength through controlled crystallization
- Final Production · 2019Inkjet Printing of Particle-Free Silver Ink Enables Conductive E-Textiles Without Compromising Fabric Feel
- Resource Management · 2022Recycled Cotton Fibers Retain Significant Tensile Strength for Second-Life Products
- Commercial Production · 2020Caribbean Exporters Face Higher Freight Costs for Ocean Shipments
- Final Production · 2020Closed-loop feedback in semi-automated quality control boosts 'right first time' manufacturing by 25%
- Final Production · 2020Optimizing CNC Lathe Spindle Head Assembly: Tolerance Analysis for Precision and Cost Reduction
- Final Production · 2020Optimized Cooling in Injection Molding Significantly Enhances Final Part Properties
- Final Production · 2017Optimized Injection Molding Parameters Reduce Cycle Time and Flash Defects in Bottle Cap Production
- Classic Design · 2007Hybrid Music Styles Challenge Design Norms
- Classic Design · 2003Visualizing Typography's Evolution in Digital Media
- Human Factors · 2000Cool colors recede, warm colors advance, influencing perceived space and temperature.
- Human Factors · 2004Biophilic hospital design elements can reduce patient recovery time by enhancing interior-exterior connection.
- Sustainability · 2026Adolescents conceptualize biomimicry through an animal-centric lens, limiting sustainable design innovation.
- Sustainability · 2026Wood construction's carbon footprint hinges on end-of-life strategies
- Sustainability · 2024Green Ammonia Production: A Carbon-Neutral Hydrogen Storage Solution
- Final Production · 2010Optimizing Machining Models for Titanium Alloys through Strain Rate and Temperature Analysis
- Final Production · 2011Intensive Shearing Enhances Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Mg-Alloys and Metal Matrix Composites
- Final Production · 2020Weldline prediction in injection molding is achievable through simulation
- Final Production · 2015Laser microsculpting creates tamper-proof holographic security markings directly on metal surfaces.
- Final Production · 2013Twin Screw Rheo Extrusion (TSRE) enables direct production of light alloy profiles with refined microstructures.
- Final Production · 2012Tungsten-Rhenium alloys extend tool life in friction stir welding of titanium
- Innovation & Design · 2020Creative Artifacts Drive Software Innovation Beyond Analytical Constraints
- Classic Design · 2012Product meaning evolves beyond initial metaphor through multi-sensory interaction and temporal use.
- User-Centred Design · 2011Interactive lighting objects can foster shared aesthetic experiences, but shared cognitive meaning is challenging.
- Innovation & Design · 2012Figurative Language in Slogans Enhances Product Meaning by 85%
- Innovation & Design · 2026Optimal Knowledge Commercialization Drives Green and Digital Energy Start-up Growth
- Sustainability · 2026Athlete Advocacy and Fan Engagement Drive Sustainability in Sports Markets
- Sustainability · 2026Green Procurement and Reverse Logistics Drive IT Hardware Supply Chain Sustainability
- Sustainability · 2026Sustainable Quick Commerce: Last-Mile Delivery Efficiency Drives Customer Loyalty
- Sustainability · 2025Integrating LARGS principles enhances automotive supply chain resilience and efficiency
- Sustainability · 2026Intelligent Construction Elevates Water Conservancy Projects from Conventional Building to Smart Services
- Sustainability · 2026Atomically Dispersed Catalysts Enhance Alcohol Electrooxidation Efficiency for Sustainable Energy
- Innovation & Design · 2025Cognitive Actions Drive Conceptual Shifts in Design
- Sustainability · 2025Women-led green innovations accelerate sustainable development
- User-Centred Design · 2024Corporate Messaging on Inclusive Design Varies Significantly, Impacting Practical Application
- User-Centred Design · 2015Inclusive Fashion Design: User-Centric Guidelines for Wheelchair Users
- User-Centred Design · 2024Inclusive Product Design Education: Strategies for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Learners
- Human Factors · 2025Accessibility Education Cultivates Empathy and Technical Awareness in Tech Professionals
- User-Centred Design · 2022Virtual Reality Empowers Designers with Empathy for Accessibility
- Human Factors · 2019A cross-correlation tool enhances inclusive play experience design by mapping accessibility standards to disability descriptors.
- Final Production · 2025Optimizing Hole Creation in Thick Metals: A Comparative Analysis of Manufacturing Techniques
- Human Factors · 2021Detailed Hand Biomechanical Model Enhances Understanding of Musculoskeletal Loading
- Final Production · 2019Anodic Metal Oxide Nanostructures Enhance Material Properties and Performance
- User-Centred Design · 2020Inclusive design principles derived from wheelchair user experiences enhance accessibility.
- Final Production · 2017Substrate Roughness Accelerates Ni-P Coating Formation on Magnesium Alloys
- Final Production · 2015Transient heat transfer coefficients impact Al-Si alloy solidification structure by up to 20%
- Final Production · 2021Waterjet-Guided Laser Cutting Creates Dual Microstructures Affecting Fatigue Performance
- Final Production · 2019In-situ vision system enhances micro-abrasive waterjet machining quality control
- Final Production · 2020Meso-Micro Machining: CNC Milling Outperforms Abrasive Waterjet for Precision Flexures
- Final Production · 2016Optimizing Investment Casting with Finite Thermal Mold Models
- Final Production · 2021Optimized Gating Systems Reduce Casting Defects by 30%