All design research studies — page 31
Every peer-reviewed study in the DesignDex index, newest first. Each entry links to a full summary with the finding, method, limitations and a practical design takeaway.
- User-Centred Design · 2016Community-based health interventions can significantly reduce diabetes prevalence through participatory engagement and accessible mobile health messaging.
- Innovation & Design · 2018Leveraging Case Studies for Design Innovation
- Commercial Production · 2016Software-Defined Cloud Manufacturing Enhances Production Agility
- Commercial Production · 2015Lean Maintenance Roadmap Boosts Operational Efficiency by Eliminating Waste
- User-Centred Design · 2016Flexible Learning Spaces Require Deliberate Design for Collaborative Pedagogy
- Classic Design · 2016Golden Proportion in Dental Aesthetics Enhances Smile Harmony
- Innovation & Design · 2016Automated Feature Extraction from UAV Imagery Accelerates Cadastral Mapping Workflows
- Modelling · 20203D Digital Reconstruction Enhances Archaeological Interpretation
- Classic Design · 2015Rodents Exhibit Aesthetic Preference for Proportions Akin to Their Own Body Ratios
- User-Centred Design · 2015Semi-automatic requirement mining improves recall by 20% in system development
- Innovation & Design · 2017Fructan production as an adaptive strategy for environmental stress resilience
- Innovation & Design · 2020Early Homo's Water Crossings Reveal Adaptive Flexibility Beyond H. sapiens
- User-Centred Design · 2016Proximity to cultural venues significantly boosts attendance, especially for underserved demographics.
- Classic Design · 2018Art Deco's geometric dynamism influences contemporary textile art
- Classic Design · 2017Experimental Typography Breaks Free from Modernist Constraints
- Classic Design · 2019Modernist Design Education Principles Endure
- Human Factors · 2016Neighborhood design impacts older adults' outdoor walking by 30% due to perceived safety and infrastructure disparities.
- User-Centred Design · 2020Designing for Autonomous Viewpoint Change
- Commercial Production · 2023Fuzzy-FMEA enhances Lean Six Sigma for targeted waste reduction by 22.38%
- Commercial Production · 2023Lean Manufacturing adoption correlates with improved environmental performance in industrial settings.
- Commercial Production · 2023Integrating Lean 4.0 Boosts Construction Labour Productivity by Minimizing Downtime
- Human Factors · 2023CEO Anger Accelerates Error Recognition and Organizational Learning
- Resource Management · 2023Energy Retrofit of Public Buildings: Numerical Models Accurately Predict Real-World Consumption
- Human Factors · 2023Zylon Aerogel Fibers Offer Superior Thermal Protection and Sensing for Extreme Environments
- Human Factors · 2023Steering Wheel Ambient Lights Improve Driver Awareness of Automated Driving System Status
- Human Factors · 2023Optimizing Tractor Cabin Climate Reduces Operator Discomfort by 11°C
- Human Factors · 2023Ultrasound measurements of skeletal muscle mass offer superior accuracy over BIA and anthropometry in clinical settings.
- Human Factors · 20234D Body Scanning Enhances Ergonomic Design with Dynamic Anthropometric Data
- Human Factors · 2023AR Magnification Interfaces: Unimanual, Bimanual, and Situated Designs Impact User Performance
- Human Factors · 2023Adjustable dry-electrode EEG headset accommodates 90% of users for BCI applications
- Human Factors · 2023Compound obesity patterns increase hypertension risk by over 3 times in adult males.
- Human Factors · 2023Standardized Thermal Comfort Indices Crucial for Indian Built Environments
- Resource Management · 2023Insolubilized PVA Nanofibers Retain Turmeric's pH Sensing Capabilities
- Human Factors · 2023Moderate Thermal Mass Enhances Summer Thermal Comfort in Classrooms by 21%
- Human Factors · 2023Optimizing UHMWPE Knitted Fabric for Enhanced Stab Resistance and Flexibility
- Human Factors · 2023Knitted structure and fiber blend significantly impact fire-protective fabric comfort and performance.
- Human Factors · 2023Inclined Facades (10°-30°) Enhance Visual Comfort by 75% and Reduce Building Energy Consumption
- Human Factors · 2023Python-based biometeo library enhances thermal comfort analysis for climate-sensitive design
- Human Factors · 2023Programmable Data Planes Can Prioritize Network Traffic for Enhanced User Experience
- Human Factors · 2023Driver Monitoring Systems: Focus on Interaction, Not Just Detection
- User-Centred Design · 2023AR/VR Integration Enhances Medical Training Engagement by 30%
- Human Factors · 2023Pneumatic Wearable Displays Accurately Elicit Tactile Softness Perception
- Human Factors · 2023Driving Simulators Enhance NVH Design by Quantifying Subjective User Perception
- Modelling · 2023YOLOv5-powered visual servoing enhances delta robot pick-and-place accuracy by 95%
- Human Factors · 2023E-textile handkerchiefs translate physiological pain signals into light alerts for Alzheimer's patients
- Human Factors · 2023AI-driven 3D Talking Heads Enhance Social Presence in XR Telecommunications
- Human Factors · 2023Wearable e-skin device provides real-time haptic feedback for neck posture correction
- Human Factors · 2023Adaptive automation systems reduce shoulder flexion by up to 47% by adjusting to operator anthropometry.
- Human Factors · 2023Cobot Fatigue Mitigation Policy Reduces Musculoskeletal Strain by Optimizing Robot Actions
- Commercial Production · 2023CAD-driven dual-robot system boosts wire harness manufacturing efficiency by 25%
- Human Factors · 2023A Structured Framework for Human-Centric Metrics in Digital Engineering
- Human Factors · 2023Haptic Feedback Enhances Usability in Collaborative Robotics for Non-Experts
- Human Factors · 2023Dairy factory hazards: Fine Kinney method identifies critical risks requiring immediate mitigation
- Human Factors · 2023Telework Enhances Contact Center Employee Well-being Through Performance, Relationships, and Time Management
- Human Factors · 2023Kinematic Accuracy in Exoskeleton Digital Twins Enhances Virtual Rehabilitation Experience
- User-Centred Design · 2023Hybrid Office Design: Integrating User Needs for Evolved Workflows
- Human Factors · 2023Optimized robotic arm base and tool positioning enhances vascular laser treatment precision by 94.1%
- Human Factors · 2023Collaborative Robots Do Not Increase Worker Stress Levels
- Resource Management · 2023Waste Textiles Transformed into High-Performance Electromagnetic Shielding Materials
- Human Factors · 2023Transport distance exacerbates pig skin lesions by 30% under heat stress
- Human Factors · 2023Wearable obstacle avoidance system improves navigation safety for visually impaired users by 95%
- Human Factors · 2020Optimized Kitchen Layout for Elderly Turkish Women Enhances Safety and Comfort
- Human Factors · 2023Mass Spectrometry Enhances Food Safety by Detecting Toxins
- Human Factors · 2023Vibrational analysis detects concrete layer adhesion issues, preventing structural failure.
- Human Factors · 2023Active Vibration Cancellation Reduces Perceived Vibrations by 96% Compared to Passive Gel Absorption
- Innovation & Design · 2023Microwave Radar Detects Fatigue Cracks in Offshore Wind Turbine Connections
- Human Factors · 2023Systemic Risk Analysis Reveals 36 Safety Factors in IBS Hoisting Operations
- Human Factors · 2023Multimodal Data Fusion Enhances Speech Recognition Accuracy by 15% in Noisy Environments
- User-Centred Design · 2023Gen Z's Metaverse Engagement Mirrors Traditional Consumer Journey
- Human Factors · 2023Silicone adhesives offer superior skin comfort and reduced irritation compared to hydrocolloids.
- User-Centred Design · 2023Inclusive Social Networking Design: Tailoring Interfaces for Older Adults
- Human Factors · 2022Ergonomic cab design for combine harvesters significantly improves driver comfort and visibility.
- Human Factors · 2022Objective Environmental Factors Significantly Shape Public Space Behavior
- Human Factors · 2022Expert System Automates Adaptive Device Selection for Drivers with Disabilities
- Human Factors · 2023Data-driven urban accessibility analysis enhances user experience and equity.
- Human Factors · 2022Multi-Axis Motion Chair Enhances Simulation Immersion Through Tactile Feedback
- Human Factors · 2023Environmental factors significantly shape neurodivergent STEM graduate students' writing challenges and strategies.
- Human Factors · 2023School-based screening of social determinants of health improves student well-being by addressing environmental factors.
- Human Factors · 2023Intent Recognition System Reduces Operator Workload in Telepresence Tasks by 27%
- Human Factors · 2023Drone proximity significantly alters construction worker attention and task focus
- Human Factors · 2023Naturalistic Driving Videos Enhance Hazard Perception Research
- Human Factors · 2023Aquatic interventions enhance gross motor skills and reduce water-related fears in primary school children.
- Human Factors · 2023Technology integration can bridge geographical gaps in healthcare team collaboration by 53%
- Human Factors · 2023Serious Games Enhance Graduate Employability by Cultivating Critical Thinking and Teamwork
- Human Factors · 2023Benevolence is key for affective trust in social robots, influencing overall perception.
- Human Factors · 2023Optimal indoor lighting for reading: 500 lux at 6500K for short tasks, 500 lux at 4000K for medium tasks, and 750 lux at 6500K for long tasks.
- User-Centred Design · 2023Clear Expectations and Peer Support Enhance Academic Writing Self-Efficacy in Online Doctoral Programs
- Classic Design · 2023Autistic Savant Artists Exhibit Aesthetic Qualities Akin to Outsider Art
- Human Factors · 20233D Printed Orthoses Enhance Stroke Rehabilitation Outcomes
- User-Centred Design · 2023Co-designing a mobile game to build resilience against vaccine misinformation
- Sustainability · 2023Cool Pavements Reduce Urban Heat Island Effect by Up to 5°C
- Classic Design · 2023Historical and Architectural Features Drive Perceived Social Value in Urban Green Spaces
- Innovation & Design · 2023Open Science adoption is hindered by misaligned incentives and a one-size-fits-all approach.
- Sustainability · 2023Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) research has surged since 2007, indicating a growing global focus on integrating ecological health with economic development.
- User-Centred Design · 2023Visualizing Complex Processes: Tailoring Representation to User Expertise
- Innovation & Design · 2022Manufacturing Productivity Cycles: A 100-Year Perspective on Relative Performance
- Resource Management · 2023Sugar Kelp Cultivation Offers Sustainable Biomaterial Source
- Human Factors · 2023Psychological Spin: A Thermodynamic Model for Understanding User Attitudes and Cognitive States
- Human Factors · 2023Sarcopenic obesity significantly impairs balance and gait in older adults
- Innovation & Design · 2023Batik design's perceived eco-friendliness and creativity drive purchase intent