All design research studies — page 320
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 · 2019Plasticizer addition enables melt-spun PLA biocomposite fibers with enhanced flame retardancy
- Final Production · 2020Optimized Drilling Parameters Reduce Delamination in Carbon Fiber Composites by 75%
- Final Production · 2018Polyester's Dominance in Automotive Textiles: Properties and Performance
- Final Production · 2017Nonwoven Fibre Orientation, Not Consolidation, Dictates Strength in Thermoplastic Polyurethane Composites
- Final Production · 2017MWCNT Coating Enhances Carbon Fiber Fabric EMI Shielding by 37 dB
- Final Production · 2020Polymer Sputtering Enhances Face Mask Filtration Efficiency
- Final Production · 2017Light-Assisted Silver Nanoparticle Embedment Creates Eco-Friendly Functional Fabrics
- Final Production · 2018Lithium Disilicate Glass Ceramics Offer Superior Wear Resistance Over Enamel in Dental Applications
- Final Production · 2018Electrospinning parameters precisely control nanofiber morphology for tailored material properties.
- Final Production · 2018Out-of-plane stitching enhances delamination resistance in 3D glass fiber composites
- Final Production · 2016Thermofusing textile layers reduces hydrophilicity by up to 50%
- Final Production · 2019Biomimetic Ceramic Strength Enhanced by Nacre-Inspired Mineral Bridges
- Final Production · 2020Waste-derived glass ceramics with tailored fluorapatite microstructure for dental applications
- Final Production · 2018Polarization engineering enhances rare-earth ion luminescence by over 2x in ferroelectric composites
- Final Production · 2019Tailoring optical properties of glass-ceramics via rare earth ion activation
- Final Production · 2015Orthotropic Elastic Properties of Foam Characterized with Reduced Testing
- Final Production · 2020Biodegradable polymer fibers offer enhanced interconnectivity for tissue engineering scaffolds and biomolecule delivery.
- Final Production · 2020Dominant Geometric Errors in Gantry CNC Machines Can Be Reduced by Over 90% Through Targeted Compensation
- Final Production · 2018Metal Amorphous Nanocomposites Enable 10x More Compact, High-Power Rotational Machines
- Final Production · 2020Wiper inserts boost surface quality and productivity by 10x in hard turning
- Final Production · 2016Minor compositional shifts in CSEF steels yield significant microstructural and mechanical property divergences.
- Final Production · 2020CAD/CAM/CNC skills gap identified in vocational graduates
- Final Production · 2020Innovative Hardfacing Electrode Significantly Outperforms Global Competitors in Abrasive Wear Resistance
- Final Production · 2018Quality by Design (QbD) framework enhances reliability of 3D printed medical implants
- Final Production · 2018Squeeze casting enhances Al-Cu alloy composite properties by 20%
- Final Production · 2020Solutionizing at 1150°C significantly reduces residual stress in LPBF Alloy 625 by promoting recrystallization
- Final Production · 2016Knit Fabrication Enables Bespoke Architectural Materials with Graded Performance
- Final Production · 2019Moisture exposure reduces interlaminar shear strength of carbon fibre composites by 33%
- Final Production · 2019Laser Metal Deposition vs. Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing: A Comparative Microstructural Analysis
- Final Production · 2020Post-processing enhances Ti6Al4V ductility by 30% without sacrificing strength
- Final Production · 2015Constant Cutting Force Toolpathing Reduces Machining Time by 20%
- Final Production · 2017Eddy Current Imaging Accurately Maps Fiber Waviness in Composites with <1° Error
- Final Production · 2019Electron Beam Melting enables crack-free cold-work steel tooling with fine microstructures
- Final Production · 2020Additive Manufacturing Reduces Component Weight by 32% and Increases Stiffness by 50% in High-Precision Machines
- Final Production · 2018Monte Carlo Simulation Enhances CNC Grinding Machine Reliability Prediction Accuracy by 20%
- Final Production · 2017Multilayer Hydroforming Enhances Complex Shape Production of Fiber Metal Laminates
- Final Production · 2017Carbon fiber composites offer superior vibrational performance over glass and natural fiber alternatives.
- Final Production · 2020Microstructurally Flexible High Entropy Alloys Achieve Superior Strength-Ductility Synergy
- Final Production · 2020Carbon Fiber Composites Exhibit Reduced Thermal Stress Management Above 200W Heat Intensity
- Modelling · 2019Augmented Reality accelerates smart warehouse prototyping by 50%
- Final Production · 2015Ultrasonic Processing Enhances Light Alloy Properties Through Cavitation and Refinement
- Final Production · 2016Integrating 3D Printing and CNC Machining into a Single Machine Reduces Production Time and Cost
- Final Production · 2019Innovative Punching Layout Reduces Cogging Torque by 70% in BLDC Motors Without Cost Increase
- Final Production · 2019Digital Twin and Dynamic Programming Optimize CNC Grinding Cycles for Enhanced Productivity and Surface Quality
- Final Production · 2016Accurate Fused Filament Fabrication Build Time Estimation Algorithm Developed
- Final Production · 2017Precision CNC Milling Enables Sub-Micron Corrugation for THz Waveguide Performance
- Final Production · 2018Surface roughness of 2.887 µm on aluminum enhances fiber metal laminate tensile strength by 367 MPa
- Final Production · 2016Interval Prediction for Surface Roughness in Finish Turning
- Final Production · 2020Reinforcement type and manufacturing process significantly alter wear resistance in Metal Matrix Composites
- Final Production · 2018Unified Dialog Programming for Multi-Brand CNC Machines
- Final Production · 2020Standardized Testing Crucial for Reliable Composite Material Qualification in Aerospace
- Final Production · 2015Visual feedback loop maintains consistent surface roughness in milling by adjusting feed rate based on chip size.
- Final Production · 2020Optimizing Carbon Nanotube Distribution Enhances Composite Shell Buckling Resistance by 10%
- Final Production · 2020Pre-buckled beams enable zero-torque compliant mechanisms
- Final Production · 2020Additive Manufacturing Enables Superior Machinability in CrMnFeCoNi High Entropy Alloys
- Final Production · 2020Optimal patch radius of 2.5r enhances CFRP impact resistance and repair efficacy
- Final Production · 2018Recycled tire crumb size and core thickness significantly impact sandwich composite flexural strength
- Final Production · 2020As-produced additive manufactured Ti-6Al-4V exhibits variable corrosion resistance compared to wrought material
- Final Production · 2017Ferritic Steel Supports Enhance Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Thermal Cyclability and Reduce Costs
- Final Production · 2019Optimized gas flow in laser additive manufacturing reduces Zn evaporation by 50% for high-density implants
- Final Production · 2016Rhenium-Carbon Nanocomposites Offer Enhanced Sensing and Catalytic Properties
- Final Production · 2016Selective Laser Melting Enhances AlSi10Mg Hardness and Yield Strength by up to 42%
- Final Production · 2020Optimizing Magnesium Composite Wear Resistance via Reinforcement and Processing
- Final Production · 2020Optimized laser power and scanning speed enhance Ti6Al alloy properties via Direct Metal Laser Sintering
- Innovation & Design · 2017Low-pressure plasma treatment enhances wool's abrasion resistance by up to 25%
- Final Production · 2019Remote Laser Welding Enables High-Performance Steel-to-Aluminum Joining for Lightweight Automotive Designs
- Innovation & Design · 2018Drone Integration Enhances Creative Industry Innovation for SMEs
- Innovation & Design · 2020Composite fabrics with tailored wettability can achieve high-efficiency oil-water emulsion separation
- Innovation & Design · 2020Hydrothermal ZnO Nanorods Enable Flexible Tactile Sensing
- Innovation & Design · 2019Microencapsulated PCM blends enhance textile thermal regulation across wider temperature ranges
- User-Centred Design · 2019Integrate Cyberbiosecurity into Lab Equipment Design from the User's Perspective
- User-Centred Design · 2020Co-designing VR Interventions for Mental Health Requires Deep Stakeholder Collaboration
- User-Centred Design · 2019IoT-enabled ICT platform significantly enhances safety for intimate partner violence survivors.
- User-Centred Design · 2019Virtual Avatars vs. Abstract Icons in Remote Industrial Training: User Preference and Resource Efficiency
- User-Centred Design · 2016PowerShake: Enabling on-the-go wireless power sharing between personal devices
- User-Centred Design · 2020AI-inferred health data from digital traces poses significant ethical and privacy risks.
- Innovation & Design · 2020Industry 4.0 Communication Protocols Enhance Manufacturing Agility
- Sustainability · 2024IoT adoption boosts SME sustainability performance by 20% through resource efficiency and innovation.
- Sustainability · 2024Clothing production has a significantly lower environmental impact than often assumed.
- Sustainability · 2023Integrating Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design (SSbD) into Advanced Materials Development
- Sustainability · 2023Nanotechnology integration in textiles enhances material performance and reduces environmental impact.
- Sustainability · 2024Upcycling fabric scraps boosts clothing sales by 36.3% and enhances brand value
- Sustainability · 2023Extending Product Lifespans Through Design for Longevity Principles
- Human Factors · 2024Optimizing Children's Footwear Fit Reduces Biomechanical Stress
- Sustainability · 2024Biomethane supply chain optimization cuts transport costs by 30%
- Sustainability · 2025Targeting Women with Prior Reuse Experience Boosts Clothing Rental Adoption by 30%
- Innovation & Design · 2000The 'New Economy' Lacks the Transformative Impact of Past Industrial Revolutions
- Commercial Production · 2010Dynamic task scheduling on heterogeneous multicore architectures boosts performance by up to 40%
- Resource Management · 2010Nutrient loading accelerates hypoxia, impacting aquatic resource viability
- Commercial Production · 2010Prioritizing Automated Code Inspections Boosts Defect Detection Efficiency
- Innovation & Design · 2003Proactive Asset Management Streamlines Product Line Evolution
- Modelling · 2007Adaptive Sampling for Efficient Large-Scale System Reduction
- Commercial Production · 2003High-Velocity Deformation Enables Novel Solid-State Joining Techniques
- Commercial Production · 2006Endoscopic Grasping Tool Achieves 20% Stiffness Measurement Accuracy
- Modelling · 20083D Photogrammetry for Early Detection of Structural Damage in Heritage Buildings
- Commercial Production · 2006Optimized Sensor Scheduling Reduces Tracking Costs by 30%
- Innovation & Design · 2007Diagnosing Knowledge Productivity: A Framework for Enhancing Output in Design Practice
- Commercial Production · 2008PID Controller Tuning for Robustness in Networked Control Systems
- Commercial Production · 2004RFID adoption in supply chains offers significant efficiency gains over barcodes, but requires careful consideration of implementation costs and standardization.
- Commercial Production · 2010Cultural Alignment is Key to Successful Lean Implementation