All design research studies — page 8
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 · 2013Industrial robot machining accuracy improved threefold with active compensation
- Human Factors · 2014Touch and Gesture Interfaces Exclude Seniors Without Tailored Usability Heuristics
- Human Factors · 2010Multi-modal feedback enhances remote object manipulation and perception
- Human Factors · 2014Haptic Feedback Enhances Tablet Interaction by 25%
- Human Factors · 2011Social robots require human-centric design for societal acceptance and integration.
- Human Factors · 2010Context-Aware Mobile Interfaces Enhance User Attention Management
- Human Factors · 2014Social robots can improve eye gaze duration in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder by over 50%
- User-Centred Design · 2010Passive AR Overlays Enhance Museum Engagement More Than Active Interactions
- Human Factors · 2013Eye-tracking control offers a viable, albeit slower, alternative to traditional input for drone operation.
- User-Centred Design · 2014Sign Language Mobile App Improves Pharmaceutical Instruction Clarity for Deaf Individuals
- Human Factors · 2015Vision-based tracking automates motor skill assessment, reducing labor and cost.
- Human Factors · 2015Humanoid robots can facilitate communication with children in interview settings.
- Human Factors · 2011Haptic feedback enhances 3D object manipulation accuracy and user perception
- Human Factors · 2013Autonomous robot companion enhances remote collaborative storytelling by acting as a social mediator.
- Human Factors · 2011Multimodal Biometrics Enhance Security Through Unobtrusive User Authentication
- Human Factors · 2011Physical Engagement in Virtual Environments Enhances Real-World Spatial Knowledge Transfer
- Human Factors · 2011Animated virtual agents accelerate user interaction by up to 42%
- Human Factors · 2012Optimized Call Centre Workstations Boost Agent Effectiveness by Mitigating Sick Building Syndrome Impacts
- Human Factors · 2012Driver seating angles in the Shoka vehicle require optimization for improved occupant accommodation.
- Human Factors · 2012Adaptive Handrest Control Enhances Precision in Complex Tasks
- Modelling · 2013High-resolution optical analysis reveals critical through-thickness strains in composite joints
- Human Factors · 2014Activity-Based Working Environments Require Culturally-Sensitive Design for Optimal Employee Support
- Human Factors · 2014Articulated Handle Design Reduces Surgeon Discomfort in Laparoscopic Surgery
- Human Factors · 2013Building envelope design significantly impacts occupant comfort and energy efficiency.
- Human Factors · 2012Inspiratory breathing exercises show no significant impact on vocal tremor severity or quality of life.
- Human Factors · 2012Visual Ergonomics Expertise Enhances Office Comfort and Productivity
- Resource Management · 2011Carbon Nanotube Composites Enhance Desalination Membrane Lifespan and Performance
- Human Factors · 2015Incremental hand grip force predicts longitudinal acceleration comfort in transit
- Modelling · 2013Analytical Models Predict Guided Surface Acoustic Wave Sensor Performance for Gravimetric Sensing
- Modelling · 2015Evolutionary Algorithms Can Design Optimal Bicycle Wheel Lacing Patterns
- Human Factors · 2011Simulator Adaptation Significantly Impacts Driving Research Validity
- User-Centred Design · 2014Customer Experience in Beverage Establishments is Driven by Quality, Convenience, and Price Fairness
- Human Factors · 2013Usability of Health Information Systems Directly Impacts Patient Safety and Care Efficiency
- Human Factors · 2014Wearable systems can enhance social awareness for visually impaired individuals
- Human Factors · 2014Meaningful Feedback on Hand Hygiene Compliance Enhances Healthcare Professional Engagement
- Human Factors · 2013Crowd density significantly impacts individual pedestrian stress levels and perceived safety.
- Human Factors · 2013User-Configurable Battery Management System Enhances Electric Vehicle Adaptability
- Human Factors · 2013Bio-inspired flapping wing aircraft design prioritizes human power input and efficiency.
- Human Factors · 2013Augmented Reality for Precise Epidural Anesthesia Guidance
- Human Factors · 2011Ancient Anatolian Dress Signified Social Status and Ethnic Identity
- Human Factors · 2011Nanofiber Matrix Enhances Glucose Biosensor Performance
- Human Factors · 2012Dynamic Ergonomic Chair Reduces Lumbar Flexion and Muscle Activation During Typing
- Human Factors · 2015Triaxial Acceleration and Heart Rate Data Improve Fall Detection Accuracy in Elderly
- Innovation & Design · 2014Foresight analysis can proactively shape innovation funding priorities
- Human Factors · 2013UDL Expression Principle Enhances Student Engagement and Reduces Inattentiveness in Science Learning
- Human Factors · 2013Mobile Digital Broadcasting Enhances Learning for Students with Disabilities
- Human Factors · 2012Lumbar support reduces motorcyclist discomfort by up to 30% during prolonged rides
- Human Factors · 2012Universal Design Principles Enhance Post-Secondary Accessibility for Neurodivergent Learners
- Human Factors · 2012Ergonomic seating and lighting reduce work stress and improve performance.
- Human Factors · 2013Visual sorting cards and storyboards enhance children's ability to articulate spiritual needs in healthcare settings.
- Human Factors · 2015Supermarket layouts designed for seniors reduce cognitive load and improve product accessibility.
- Human Factors · 2015Instructional Technology Facilitators Boost Teacher Tech Efficacy by 25%
- Human Factors · 2015Investing in Health and Education Drives Economic Growth Through Enhanced Human Capital
- Human Factors · 2013Simulator Training for Heavy Vehicle Operators: Bridging the Gap Between Virtual and Real-World Performance
- User-Centred Design · 2010Natural Gestures Enhance Musical Instrument Design
- Human Factors · 2013Poor legibility on packaging hinders user perception by up to 30%
- Human Factors · 2013Sense of Coherence and Emotional Coping Strategies Mitigate Burnout in Engineering Professionals
- Innovation & Design · 2015Designers can drive innovation in nascent markets through exploratory strategies.
- User-Centred Design · 2011User Perceptions of Design Intent Significantly Shape Product Experience
- Human Factors · 2015Standardized Haptic Feedback Evaluation Enhances Human-Robot Interaction Design
- Human Factors · 2012Visualizing emergency data enhances situational awareness and decision-making speed
- Human Factors · 2013Powered Orthosis Restores 200N Grip Strength for ADLs
- Human Factors · 2013Age-Related Discomfort in Manual Tasks: A Hand Mapping Approach
- Human Factors · 2014Nano-composite strain gauges enable real-time measurement of large biological tissue deformations up to 40%
- Final Production · 2013Nickel-Barium Ferrite Nanocomposite Coatings Enhance Corrosion Resistance by 90%
- Human Factors · 2012Multifactorial exercise fails to improve balance control in healthy older adults
- Human Factors · 2014Crutch grip forces peak at the carpal tunnel, impacting user comfort and potentially leading to injury.
- Human Factors · 2014Firefighter Strength Significantly Predicts Task Performance Time
- Final Production · 2012Pd/Alloy Membrane Reactor Performance Optimized for IGCC Plants
- Final Production · 2013Ultrasonic Electrodeposition Enhances Ni-TiN Composite Hardness by 40%
- Sustainability · 2013Urbanization in Asia Drives Demand for Sustainable Energy and Environmental Solutions
- Final Production · 2012Optimized Cellulose Grafting Enhances Noble Metal Sorption by 20%
- Resource Management · 2014Gravure Plate-Making: Cleaner Production Cuts Waste and Boosts Savings by $0.68 Million Annually
- Final Production · 2013Optimizing Al-CMA Composite Phase Evolution Through Controlled Powder Metallurgy Processes
- Final Production · 2013Optimizing Substrate Activation in Microelectroforming with Current Density
- Final Production · 2012Template-assisted synthesis enables precise control over copper nanowire dimensions for advanced electronics
- Final Production · 2012Thermodynamic Modelling Predicts Stable Nanocrystalline Tungsten Alloys for High-Temperature Applications
- Final Production · 2010Optimizing Fly Ash Content in Aluminum Composites Enhances Mechanical Performance by 20%
- Final Production · 2015Quantitative Microstructure Analysis Enhances Aluminum-Silicon Alloy Performance
- Final Production · 2011Optimizing Al/Ni3Al Composite Interface for Enhanced Load Transfer
- Final Production · 2010Laser Pyrometry Accurately Maps High-Temperature Phase Transitions in Advanced Nuclear Fuels
- Final Production · 2012Bionic Titanium Foam Mimics Bone for Enhanced Implant Performance
- Final Production · 2015Novel lubricant formulation enhances sintered density and strength in aluminum P/M alloys
- Final Production · 2012Optimizing AB2 Metal Hydride Alloy Phase Abundance for Enhanced Battery Performance
- Final Production · 2011Optimizing Geartrain Design to Mitigate Gear Rattle Noise in Commercial Vehicles
- Resource Management · 2011Caprock Integrity for CO2 Storage: Pore-Scale Strength vs. Macro-Scale Risk
- Final Production · 2010Hot Stamping Speed Significantly Impacts Ultra-High Strength Steel Formability
- Final Production · 2015Hybrid Die Forming Boosts Automotive Panel Production Efficiency
- Final Production · 2011Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Bridge Decks Offer High Safety Factors and Satisfy Deflection Limits
- Final Production · 2013Standardized GHP Personnel Certification Enhances System Quality and Reduces Installation Errors
- Final Production · 2013Calibrating Sublevel Caving Mixing Models Enhances Grade Prediction Accuracy by 15%
- Final Production · 2015Acoustic waves enable 84.5% increase in light transmittance through particle alignment
- Resource Management · 2011Steel Industry's Reverse Logistics Boosts Clean Tech Adoption by 30%
- Modelling · 2010Finite Element Analysis Predicts Optimal Hip Implant Geometry for Bone Ingrowth
- Final Production · 2010Integrated structural modeling enhances bridge longevity and maintenance efficiency
- Sustainability · 2015Sustainable Material Futures: Balancing Performance and Environmental Impact
- Final Production · 2012Glass cladding significantly enhances structural integrity of 19th-century iron and glass roofs
- Final Production · 2010Lock-in Thermography enables rapid, single-sided inspection of CFRP aircraft structures
- Final Production · 2012Robotic Friction Stir Welding Enhances Production Flexibility for Complex Geometries
- Final Production · 2012Superconducting Wigglers Achieve Sub-Millimeter Beam Emittance for Advanced Particle Accelerators