All design research studies — page 4
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 · 2021Optimizing PLA Composite Cooling Time: Water Channels Reduce Cycle Time by 95%
- Final Production · 2023Thermoforming simulation of honeycomb composites predicts defect reduction
- Final Production · 2023Sodium Silicate as a Phase Change Material Enhances Machining of Thin-Walled and Deep-Pocketed Workpieces
- Final Production · 2021Injection Molding Parameters Significantly Impact Part Dimensional Accuracy
- Innovation & Design · 2023Co-designing Legged Robots Enhances Dynamic Capabilities and Repairability
- Innovation & Design · 2022Hook-and-loop fasteners offer a pathway to circular economy principles in construction.
- Innovation & Design · 2022AFM-based PFM, C-AFM, and LFM enable precise electromechanical characterization of piezoelectric nanomaterials for self-powering wearables.
- Human Factors · 2023Virtual Reality Simulation Identifies High-Risk Postures for Aircraft Attendant Back Injuries
- Human Factors · 2022Smart packaging adoption by individuals with disabilities is high, but accessibility barriers persist.
- Commercial Production · 2023Predicting Microalgae Biomass Yield in Semi-Continuous Culture from Batch Data
- Human Factors · 2021Indian Anthropometric Data Crucial for Universal Product Usability
- Final Production · 2023Sulfuric acid exposure degrades epoxy resin matrix in carbon fiber composites, impacting weight and micro-hardness
- Final Production · 2021Torque preload significantly alters failure modes in hybrid metal-composite bolted joints
- Innovation & Markets · 2022Epidemic-Driven Consumer Shifts: Nongfu Spring's Marketing Adaptations
- Innovation & Markets · 2021US Legal Frameworks Can Drive Product Longevity and Repairability
- Innovation & Markets · 2021Pandemic Fears Drive Generational Shifts in Consumer Spending
- Modelling · 2020Topology Optimization of Acetabular Cups Enhances Structural Integrity by 30%
- Innovation & Markets · 2023Celebrity Endorsements Significantly Boost Purchase Intent for Branded Basketball Shoes
- Innovation & Markets · 2023Consumer demand for healthier, convenient, and sustainable food drives successful product launches.
- Final Production · 2022Automated Composite Flap Manufacturing Reduces Defects and Boosts Production
- Final Production · 20082G HTS Wire Outperforms 1G in Critical Current Density and Mechanical Properties
- Final Production · 2007Self-Sensing CFRP Composites: Electrical Resistance for Integrated Strain and Damage Monitoring
- Final Production · 2006Lorentz Force Velocimetry offers non-contact fluid velocity measurement in industrial processes.
- Commercial Production · 2009Integrating Front-Stage and Back-Stage Operations Enhances Service System Efficiency
- Final Production · 2010Optimizing Hybrid Composite Strength: Steel Reinforcement and 0/90 Orientation Yield Superior Performance
- Final Production · 2010Digital Image Correlation Quantifies Fatigue Damage Evolution in Fiber Composites
- Modelling · 2005Rapid Prototyping Enables Rapid Iteration of Freeform Architectural Models
- Modelling · 2002Heat-Activated Integral Attachments Enable Product Disassembly
- Final Production · 2004Corner Radius Significantly Impacts FRP Wrap Confinement Effectiveness
- Innovation & Markets · 2023Seamless Omnichannel Integration Boosts Purchase Intent by 25% Through Enhanced Brand Authenticity
- Modelling · 2023Multi-material 3D printing requires specific design guidelines for material arrangement and feature size.
- Modelling · 2023Discrete Element Method (DEM) enhances agricultural machinery design by simulating soil-plant-machine interactions.
- Classic Design · 2025AI-driven pattern generation preserves and innovates traditional blue-and-white porcelain aesthetics
- Innovation & Design · 2023Biomimetic Adhesives Offer Non-Etching Orthodontic Bonding
- Human Factors · 2025Integrated nursing wheelchair design reduces transfers by 75% and caregiver strain.
- Innovation & Design · 2023Bacterial Cellulose: A Sustainable Material with Tunable Hierarchical Structures for Diverse High-Performance Applications
- Innovation & Design · 2024Additive Manufacturing of Polymer Composites Unlocks Novel Applications in Soft Robotics and Beyond
- Innovation & Design · 2023Sensor Design Strategies for Real-Time Environmental Monitoring
- Human Factors · 2025Mid-Century Seating Dimensions Often Fail Modern Ergonomic Standards
- Modelling · 2024K-prototype clustering enhances building stock archetype representativeness by 20%
- Human Factors · 2025Optimized wearable assistive device torque reduces metabolic cost by 15%
- Commercial Production · 2024Standardized data models like AAS are crucial for integrating legacy equipment in smart manufacturing.
- Sustainability · 2023Renewable Energy Adoption Drives GDP Growth and Innovation
- Human Factors · 2024Playground accessibility for children with disabilities is significantly improved by destination design and modern construction.
- Human Factors · 2025Cognitive Load Reduction: A Key to Inclusive Design for Diverse Users
- Commercial Production · 2023Ultrasonic Synthesis: Optimizing Reactor Design for Scalable Photocatalyst Production
- Resource Management · 2023Composite materials enhance CO2 conversion efficiency by 50% for clean fuel production
- Modelling · 2023Topology optimization and perforation patterns enhance 3D printed splint strength by up to 30%
- Sustainability · 2024Pollution Prevention Patents Drive Financial and Environmental Gains, Control Patents Do Not
- Commercial Production · 2025Integrating Lean Six Sigma and Industry 4.0 for Sustainable Manufacturing Success
- Sustainability · 2025Thorium extraction methods have distinct environmental footprints.
- Sustainability · 2024Establishing a Unit-Based Environmental Impact Database for Chinese Building Materials
- Commercial Production · 2023Lean Manufacturing Reduces Mission Case Hold Defects by 30% Through DMAIC and Kaizen
- Sustainability · 2024Fintech adoption correlates with a significant reduction in corporate carbon emissions.
- Sustainability · 2023Circular Economy in Construction: Luxembourg's Stakeholder-Driven Approach
- Sustainability · 2023Social Media Campaigns Drive Green Tourism Attitudes and Behaviors
- Sustainability · 2023Green innovation and clean energy adoption accelerate environmental sustainability in G20 nations.
- Modelling · 2023Virtual Reality Simulation Enhances Clinical Procedure Learning by 25%
- Modelling · 20253D Modeling and Printing Accelerate Automotive Prototyping Skills in Vocational Education
- Sustainability · 2023Green Hydrogen Production: Lower Emissions Come at a Higher Cost
- Sustainability · 2023Nudging for sustainable tourism yields short-term gains but requires deeper behavioral integration for lasting impact.
- Sustainability · 2025Climate anxiety can drive sustainable consumption, especially when nature connection is high.
- Sustainability · 2023Geothermal Heat Pumps Offer 30% Lower Fossil Fuel Depletion Than Gas Boilers
- Sustainability · 2024Organic vegetable production's environmental footprint requires targeted mitigation strategies.
- Sustainability · 2025Geothermal Brine Lithium Extraction Offers Reduced Particulate Matter Emissions Compared to Conventional Methods
- Resource Management · 20162D Nanomaterials Enhance Supercapacitor Energy Density by Optimizing Electrode Architecture
- Innovation & Design · 2026Integrating Nanotechnology with Living Systems Unlocks Adaptive and Multifunctional Design Capabilities
- Innovation & Design · 2026Biocompatible Nanofibers Enhance Thermoregulation in Smart Textiles
- Innovation & Design · 2024Italian Furniture Firms Leverage Milan Design Week for Sustainable Transition
- Innovation & Design · 2022AI-powered design agents can proactively identify manufacturing issues early in the design process.
- Innovation & Design · 2024Large AI Models Enhance Reusable Design in CAD Software
- Classic Design · 2002Separating long-term care from medical and social services enhances consumer-orientation and financial flexibility.
- Innovation & Markets · 2002Innovating Pulse-Based Products Can Drive European Market Growth
- Innovation & Markets · 2006Tailoring Meat Store Promotions to Individual Consumer Preferences Boosts Effectiveness
- Innovation & Markets · 2002Direct-to-Consumer Farm Marketing Requires Differentiated Strategies for Success
- Sustainability · 2010Renewable energy adoption is driven by projected growth and cost-effectiveness
- Innovation & Markets · 2002Participant Involvement Profiles Reveal Distinct Market Segments in Sporting Events
- Sustainability · 2005A New Framework for Assessing Project and Technology Sustainability in Manufacturing
- Sustainability · 2005Biodynamic preparations show no measurable impact on soil or winegrape quality compared to organic methods.
- Modelling · 2002Integrated Simulation and Prototyping Platform Accelerates Distributed Algorithm Development
- Innovation & Markets · 2003Regional Preferences Drive Willingness to Pay for Natural Beef
- Final Production · 2007Vacuum brazing at 900°C enables high-temperature fibre optic transducer manufacturing
- Sustainability · 2010Bioenergy Crops Offer GHG Benefits but Pose Trade-offs in Other Environmental Impacts
- Innovation & Design · 2006Strategic Niche Management Accelerates Radical Innovation Adoption
- Classic Design · 2008Local Design Controls Hinder Sustainable Building Practices
- Innovation & Markets · 2001Service Brands Require a Shift from FMCG Branding Strategies
- Final Production · 2009Anisotropic composite properties significantly alter guided wave propagation, impacting structural health monitoring accuracy.
- Innovation & Markets · 2004Consumers Willing to Pay a Premium for Multifunctional Agriculture
- Sustainability · 2009Retailers' In-Store Marketing Undermines Sustainable Consumption Messaging
- Sustainability · 2003Integrating Customer Preferences with Life Cycle Assessment Identifies Key Product Improvement Areas
- Innovation & Markets · 2007Neuroscientific Insights Enhance Market Research Accuracy
- Sustainability · 2009Integrating Life Cycle Assessment into Quality Function Deployment for Eco-Mobile Phone Design
- Innovation & Markets · 2008Consumer knowledge and risk perception significantly alter food consumption behavior during health crises.
- Sustainability · 2005Concrete Pavement's Cement and Steel Production Dominate Upfront Energy Consumption
- Innovation & Markets · 2004Information Costs Significantly Hinder Adoption of Energy-Efficient Technologies
- Modelling · 2002Rapid Prototyping Accelerates Industrial Design Model Creation
- Final Production · 2000Delamination-Free Drilling of Composites Achieved Through Force-Controlled Machining
- Sustainability · 2005Retrofitting buildings offers lower life cycle economic costs and reduced water pollution, despite higher operational energy use.
- Sustainability · 2009Product design can drive sustainable consumer behaviour by bridging the gap between daily habits and environmental impact.
- Sustainability · 2008Source separation in sanitation systems offers potential ecological benefits, but system configuration is key.