All design research studies — page 327
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 · 2017Inorganic Nanomaterials Enable High-Performance Flexible and Stretchable Electronics
- Final Production · 2020Nanostructured Metal-Organic Frameworks Enable Advanced Electronic Devices
- Final Production · 2017Hybrid Integration of III-V Materials Enhances Silicon Photonics Performance
- Final Production · 20193D Printing for Hip Implant Master Patterns: Cost and Time Savings Identified
- Final Production · 2020Inkjet Printing Parameters Significantly Impact Printed Electronic Device Performance
- Final Production · 2020Additive Manufacturing Enables Next-Generation Soft Magnets for Ultra-Efficient Electric Machines
- Final Production · 2017Self-Assembled α-Cyanostilbenes Enable Multifunctional Organic Materials
- Final Production · 2019Multi-wavelength light control enables precise directional actuation in soft robotics
- Final Production · 2016Liquid Metal Inks Enable High-Bendability Flexible Electronics
- Final Production · 20192D Material Heterostructures Enable Novel Device Functionality
- Final Production · 2018Defects in Adhesively Bonded Joints Reduce Strength by up to 30%
- Final Production · 20163D Mesostructure Assembly from Multilayers Enhances Design Flexibility and Performance
- Final Production · 2018Laser ablation pretreatment enhances aluminum-polyamide joint strength by up to 30%
- Final Production · 2016Magnetic Pulse Welding: A Novel Joining Method for Diverse Metal Combinations
- Final Production · 2019Accelerated testing predicts thermal interface material lifespan in EV batteries
- Final Production · 2020Optimized explosive welding creates robust Mg/Al composite plates
- Final Production · 2017Clinching technology enables hybrid material joining in automotive assembly
- Final Production · 2019Laser Welding Enables High-Strength Joining of Cemented Carbides and Steel
- Final Production · 2017Selective Laser Melting Enhances Biocompatibility of Titanium Implants
- Final Production · 2016Advanced Joining Techniques are Crucial for Lightweight Automotive Body-in-White Construction
- Final Production · 2020Micro-porosity on metal surfaces enhances direct injection molding bond strength by 30%
- Final Production · 2015Impact welding minimizes heat-affected zones in aluminum alloy joints
- Final Production · 2020Optimizing Overmolding Adhesion: Melt and Base Temperature Boost Strength, Holding Pressure Hinders
- Final Production · 2020LamiFold enables complex functional mechanisms from laser-cut sheet materials
- Innovation & Design · 2019Standardization in Microfluidics Accelerates Market Entry and R&D
- Final Production · 2018Single-Sided Ultrasonic Welding Enhances CF/Nylon 6 Joint Strength by 25%
- Final Production · 2018Nickel-Titanium Alloy Optimization Enhances Endodontic Instrument Performance
- Final Production · 2017Self-Piercing Riveting: A High-Strength, Low-Distortion Joining Method for Lightweight Materials
- Final Production · 2020Indirect sensor data predicts tool wear in turning operations
- Final Production · 2019Low-cost 3D printing enables high-aspect ratio microneedle mold fabrication
- Final Production · 2019Nanoparticle reinforcement boosts metal matrix composite strength by up to 40%
- Final Production · 20173D Printing Enables Advanced Materials for Energy and Environmental Solutions
- Final Production · 2020Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation Enhances Metal Substrate Durability and Functionality
- Final Production · 2019Microfibril Crystallinity Dictates Plant Cell Wall Mechanics and Biofuel Digestibility
- Resource Management · 2017Nanocellulose Enhances Packaging Barrier Properties, Offering Sustainable Alternatives to Plastics
- Final Production · 2020Optimizing Cellulose Particle Size for Enhanced Plastic Composite Performance
- Final Production · 2018Silicon-based preceramic polymers enable tailored ceramic coatings with enhanced properties.
- Innovation & Markets · 2015Limited access to finance and skilled personnel severely constrains small business growth in emerging economies.
- Resource Management · 2018Labor-intensive manufacturing disperses to peripheral areas due to rising costs and regulations
- Resource Management · 2020Larch Bark as a Sustainable Adjuvant for Low-Formaldehyde Wood Composites
- Innovation & Design · 2019Museum Collections as a Dispersal Network for Design Knowledge
- Final Production · 2020Bamboo Densification: Compressing for Enhanced Material Properties
- Resource Management · 2015Climate change impacts on Central Appalachian forests necessitate adaptive management strategies.
- Innovation & Design · 2017Strategic geographic clustering of businesses boosts productivity through knowledge spillovers.
- Sustainability · 2019Nigeria's Climate Vulnerability Demands Adaptive Design Solutions
- Resource Management · 2015Low adaptive capacity hinders climate change adaptation strategies in Ghanaian communities.
- Resource Management · 2018Forestry's Net Carbon Impact Varies by Region and Strategy
- Final Production · 2016Automated Supercell Generation Optimizes Crystal Structure Modeling for Disordered Materials
- Human Factors · 2019Building design directly impacts occupant health and well-being.
- Resource Management · 2020Phase Change Materials (PCMs) can improve building energy efficiency by 20% through latent heat storage.
- Final Production · 20183D Printing Biomaterials: Enabling Complex Tissue Scaffolds
- Final Production · 2018Machining strategy for ultra-low-cost torque sensors in robotics
- Final Production · 2016Metal Foams: Production Methods Dictate Mechanical Properties and Application Viability
- Resource Management · 2020Biodegradability of polymeric materials is dictated by structural accessibility and microbial assimilation capacity.
- Final Production · 2015Electrospun Nanofibers Enhance Composite Strength by Up to 50%
- Final Production · 2015Icephobic coatings reduce operational failures by up to 80% in extreme weather conditions
- Final Production · 2020Electrospun Natural Biopolymer Nanofibers Enhance Wound Dressing Performance
- Resource Management · 2020Machine vision accurately quantifies polyester in textile waste, enabling efficient sorting for recycling.
- Final Production · 2015Bio-inspired soft composites achieve tailored mechanical responses for advanced applications
- Final Production · 2017Achieving Sub-20nm Ultrathin MOF Membranes for Enhanced Separation Efficiency
- Final Production · 2019Electrospun Nanofibers Enhance Energy Storage Efficiency
- Final Production · 2016Optimizing Thermoelectric Materials Through Integrated Theory and Experiment
- Final Production · 2016Optimizing Carbon Fiber-PAEK Interfacial Bonding Enhances Composite Performance
- Final Production · 2019Composite biomaterials offer superior bone remodelling through balanced bioactivity and volume maintenance.
- Final Production · 2018Photopolymerization 3D printing unlocks novel material properties for advanced applications
- Resource Management · 2018Consumer Product Formulation Directly Impacts Indoor Air Quality
- Resource Management · 2019Solar Photothermal Materials Enable Low-Energy Freshwater Production
- Final Production · 2017Scalable Graphene Coating Enables High-Speed Production of Durable E-Textiles
- Final Production · 2019Achieving Metal-Like Thermal Conductivity in Polymers via Nanostructuring
- Final Production · 2017Geotextile permeability degrades significantly under cyclic flow and clogging
- Final Production · 2017Porous Graphene Microflowers Achieve Superior Microwave Absorption Through Microstructure Engineering
- Final Production · 2016Embedded Fiber Optic Sensors Enhance Composite Material Performance Monitoring
- Final Production · 20163D Printed Composites Can Be Programmed to Achieve Multiple Shape Transformations with Temperature
- Final Production · 2020Nanofiller Dispersion Dictates Mechanical Reinforcement in Polymer Composites
- Resource Management · 2019Optimizing Sacrificial Reagents for Enhanced Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production
- Final Production · 2019Robotic Machining: A Pathway to Enhanced Manufacturing Flexibility and Cost Efficiency
- Commercial Production · 2020Manufacturing 4.0 integration boosts operational efficiency and market competitiveness.
- Final Production · 2020Natural Polymers Enhance Bone Regeneration Scaffolds
- Resource Management · 2020Textile Dyeing Effluents Cause Significant Worker Health Issues and Environmental Damage
- Resource Management · 2018Natural Fibers Enhance Bio-Composite Sustainability and Performance
- Final Production · 2018Drilling parameters, not cooling, dictate hole perpendicularity in fiber metal laminates
- Final Production · 20173D printing of conductive polymer nanocomposites enables functional component fabrication
- Final Production · 2020Integrated thermal management enhances wearable sensor performance and longevity
- Final Production · 2018Bio-based charring agents enhance flame retardancy in biopolymer composites
- Final Production · 2018Sub-micron Resolution Achieved in 3D Printed Metals
- Final Production · 2017Modularization of Industrialized Building Systems Slashes Complexity and Boosts Mass Customization
- Final Production · 2020Optimizing PDC Drill Bit Quality Through Material Selection and Manufacturing Process Integration
- Final Production · 20203D-Printed Millimeter-Wave Antenna Arrays Achieve 19 dBi Gain with 74% Efficiency
- Resource Management · 2017Real-time data processing architecture enhances manufacturing sustainability by 25%
- Final Production · 2020Optimized Spindle Cooling Enhances Manufacturing Productivity by Mitigating Thermal Loads
- Innovation & Design · 2019Digital Twins Enhance Product Lifecycle Value Streams
- Final Production · 2019Connectivity and Control Systems are Key Enablers for Smart Manufacturing Realization
- Final Production · 2018Digital Joinery System Enhances Woodworking Prototyping
- Final Production · 2019Real-time warning system boosts plastic film production efficiency by identifying failure precursors.
- Final Production · 2016Ionizing Radiation Enhances Edible Polymer Properties for Food Production
- Resource Management · 2020Biodegradable additives can extend the functional life of conventional plastics while mitigating waste accumulation.
- Final Production · 2019Bio-plastic PLA-TPU blends offer superior yield strength for automotive interior components.
- Final Production · 2017Wood-Thermoplastic Composites Achieve Enhanced Strength Through Matrix Infusion
- Final Production · 2016Active Camber Morphing Aerofoil Achieves Independent Pitching Moment Control
- Final Production · 2017Optimized Trajectories Enhance Industrial Robot Efficiency by 15%