All design research studies — page 9
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 · 2014Improperly installed mechanical splices reduce concrete beam load capacity by up to 20%
- Final Production · 2010Friction Stir Spot Welding: A Path to Lighter, Cheaper Aircraft Structures
- Final Production · 2012Multi-Material FDM System Enhances Process Experimentation for Improved Accuracy and Surface Finish
- Final Production · 2010Strain rate dependency in woven composites significantly alters material failure under dynamic loading
- Final Production · 2013Optimizing Starch and Cellulose Particle Morphology for Enhanced Paper Coating Performance
- Final Production · 2011Plasma-treated polypropylene tubes reduce biomaterial loss by over 70%
- Final Production · 2013Bagasse Fiber Content Significantly Impacts Tensile and Impact Strength in Recycled HDPE Composites
- Sustainability · 2010LEED Silver Certification Achieved Through Integrated Sustainable Neighborhood Design
- Final Production · 2012Thin-film encapsulation slashes MEMS packaging costs by enabling wafer-level processing.
- Final Production · 2011Stereocomplex PLA (sc-PLA) offers a 165°C increase in melting point for enhanced thermal applications.
- Final Production · 2011Novel Multiferroic Materials Enable Novel Magnetic Field Control
- Final Production · 2012Single-step electrochemical process creates superhydrophobic copper surfaces for enhanced corrosion resistance
- Final Production · 2015Thermocouple insulation can be neglected for temperature measurements within 0.5°C accuracy.
- Final Production · 2012Enzymatic Hydrolysis Enhances PLA Fabric Dyeing and Moisture Regain at the Cost of Tensile Strength
- Final Production · 2014Optimized PLA/Flax Biocomposite Properties through Air-Laying and Compression Molding
- Modelling · 2010Predictive Model for Woven Fabric Tensile Strength
- Final Production · 2011Initial moisture content significantly impacts Geosynthetic Clay Liner (GCL) dimensional stability, causing up to 20% shrinkage.
- Final Production · 2011Geotextile Integration Enhances Tailings Site Monitoring and Safety
- Final Production · 2013Geogrid reinforcement mechanisms activate at surprisingly low load levels.
- Final Production · 2011Optimized composite layup enhances trans-tibial prosthetic socket fatigue life by 25%
- Final Production · 2013Silk Fibroin Films Exhibit Promising Gas Permeability for Wound Dressings
- Final Production · 2011Hybrid electrospinning and solution casting yields flexible transparent conductive polymer films with low resistivity
- Final Production · 2012Vacuum Gripper Pressure Threshold for Woven Fabric Handling
- Modelling · 2013Multiscale modelling predicts nano-reinforcement effects on adhesive properties
- Final Production · 2014Predictive modelling of GFRP composite fatigue life under cyclic loading
- Final Production · 2010Composite structure impact resistance enhanced by layered protective systems
- Final Production · 2014Elevated Temperatures Reduce RC Beam Shear Capacity by Up to 60%
- Final Production · 2014Optimized hybrid composite stacking sequences enhance ballistic energy absorption by up to X%
- Final Production · 2010Reducing Human-Powered Helicopter Mass by 30% Enhances Drivetrain Efficiency
- Resource Management · 2014Land use change significantly impacts ecosystem services, necessitating adaptive design strategies.
- Final Production · 2014CFRP Strengthening Enhances Masonry Wall Resilience to Out-of-Plane Forces
- Final Production · 2014Nano-enhanced resins boost impact resistance in balsa core composites
- Modelling · 2011Analytical and Semi-Analytic Models Enhance Ultrasonic Guided Wave Analysis in Composites
- Final Production · 2013Optimized CNC Motion Profiles Enhance Machine Speed and Precision
- Final Production · 2015Drop Stitch Fabric: Tailoring Mechanical Properties for Advanced Structural Design
- Final Production · 2012Coolant application in GFRP grinding reduces surface roughness by up to 30%
- Final Production · 2013Achieving ±3µm Turning Accuracy with Volumetric Error Compensation
- Resource Management · 2013Energy modeling of production equipment can achieve 97% accuracy in predicting environmental impact.
- Resource Management · 2012Near-Dry Machining Enhances Gear Accuracy and Sustainability
- Final Production · 2011Electrode geometry and material properties significantly impact lithium-ion battery lifespan by mitigating diffusion-induced stresses.
- Final Production · 2012Topological Optimization with Robotic Fabrication Reduces Material by 70%
- Modelling · 2012Early-stage CAD use may hinder conceptual design efficiency
- Final Production · 2014Computational Craft: Transforming Data into Tangible Architectural Forms
- Final Production · 2015Fluid-Driven Spindles Enhance Machining Efficiency and Expand Application Range on Standard Machine Tools
- Final Production · 2013Real-time sensor data predicts ultra-precision manufacturing defects with 95% accuracy
- Final Production · 2010Ion Implantation Enhances Corrosion Resistance of Stainless Steel 316L by 70%
- Final Production · 2013Advanced Shape Memory Technology Enables Tailored Material Properties
- Innovation & Markets · 2014Aluminum Price Fluctuations Granger Cause Other Non-Ferrous Metal Markets
- Final Production · 2013Hot extrusion of Ti-6Al-4V: Optimizing parameters for defect-free special cross-sections
- Modelling · 2014Automated Semantic Extraction from CAD to BIM for Enhanced Building Information Models
- Final Production · 2012Polyetherimide exhibits strain-rate dependent yield strength, informing material selection for high-speed applications.
- Classic Design · 2010Timeless Design Principles Emerge from Iterative Refinement
- User-Centred Design · 2013Learner Preferences Shape Effective Cultural Integration in Language Education
- Innovation & Design · 2014Python-Racket Interoperability Enhances CAD Tool Development
- Innovation & Design · 2013Ancient Wisdom Frameworks Enhance Complex Problem-Solving by 30%
- Classic Design · 2014Golden Ratio Dictates Fair Division in Ultimatum Games
- Sustainability · 2015Activity-Friendly Urban Design Yields Broad Co-Benefits Beyond Physical Health
- Classic Design · 2010Orientalist Musical Tropes Reinforce Stereotypes in Rodgers & Hammerstein Musicals
- Innovation & Design · 2013Resilience Assessment Framework for Critical Infrastructure
- Innovation & Design · 2015Strategic Place Branding Leverages Cultural Narratives for City Reimagining
- User-Centred Design · 2011Adolescent Hospital Rooms: Prioritizing Privacy and Control for Enhanced Well-being
- User-Centred Design · 2011Five Characteristics for Engaging Interactive Art in Public Spaces
- Classic Design · 2012Video Game Music: Transgressing Norms for Novel Aesthetic Experiences
- Classic Design · 2011Reenactment in Cinema: Echoes of Past Design and Narrative
- Classic Design · 2010Illustrations as a Catalyst for Artistic Evolution in 19th Century Painting
- Human Factors · 2013Interval-censored data in dementia studies can bias risk factor estimation by 20%
- Classic Design · 2014Sentencing reform can significantly reduce imprisonment rates and crime by adopting a coherent, principle-based approach.
- Human Factors · 2011Dispositional Hardiness Does Not Predict Training Success in Military First Responders
- Modelling · 2013Evolutionary Algorithms Enhance Bayesian Network Structure Learning by Maintaining Population Diversity
- Classic Design · 2013Glass Architecture's Transparency Influences Modern Domestic Space and Media Interaction
- Classic Design · 2013HOPE VI Revitalization: Unintended Social Tensions in Public Housing Redevelopment
- Innovation & Design · 2015Re:organizational Aesthetics: Artists Disrupting Business Models for Novel Applications
- Resource Management · 2012Payment for Watershed Services Programs Can Achieve Regulatory Compliance and Enhance Ecosystem Health
- Commercial Production · 2013Smartphone-based travel data collection reduces trip under-reporting by 20%
- Commercial Production · 2015Optimizing High-Pressure Homogenization for Enhanced Protein Yield and Reduced Cost
- Resource Management · 2012Green IT adoption in manufacturing requires clear definitions and strategic planning.
- Innovation & Design · 2015Behavioral Psychology Outperforms Traditional Economic Models in Explaining Patent Effectiveness
- Resource Management · 2014Accelerating Carbon Capture Technology Commercialization Through Adaptable Industrial Testing
- Commercial Production · 2013Neoliberal policies drive garment industry towards exploitative labor practices.
- Commercial Production · 2013Optimizing Recombinant Amylase Secretion in Yeast for Industrial Applications
- Modelling · 2013Dynamic Reactor Modelling Reveals Critical First Instants of Ethylene Polymerisation
- Innovation & Design · 2010Mathematical Modelling Predicts Optimal Release Strategies for Biological Pest Control
- Commercial Production · 2010Vertical CNT Capacitors Offer 10x Increase in Capacitance Density for Integrated Circuits
- Commercial Production · 2015Portable Spectroelectrochemical Cell (peCell) Enables Long-Term Monitoring of Conservation Treatments
- Human Factors · 2013Veteran Students Achieve Academic Parity with Peers Despite Combat Experience
- Commercial Production · 2012Robust Design Optimization for Turbofan Engines Achieves Significant Performance Gains
- Commercial Production · 2013Standardized Barriers Effectively Block 12-Micron Dust Particles in Healthcare Construction
- Commercial Production · 2014Smartphone SpO₂ Monitoring Validated for Remote Health Monitoring
- Commercial Production · 2010Interlocking Innovations Drive Industrial Efficiency in Early Salmon Canning
- Commercial Production · 2012Stochastic modeling predicts integrated circuit failure probability with improved accuracy
- Commercial Production · 2012Decentralized task allocation in multi-robot systems improves efficiency through adaptive thresholding.
- Innovation & Design · 2012Product structure significantly impacts product lifecycle management and order-to-delivery processes.
- Innovation & Design · 2014Land Trusts Can Drive Community Forestry Innovation
- Commercial Production · 2013Leveraging Off-the-Shelf Components Dramatically Reduces Mobile Manipulator Development Time and Cost
- Resource Management · 2011Automotive Supply Chain GHG Emissions Reduction Strategy
- Modelling · 2012Hierarchical Modelling Enhances Simulation Efficiency in Complex Systems
- Commercial Production · 2015Automated Design Processes Achieve 91.4% User Choice Accuracy
- Commercial Production · 2010Chevron angle of 63° significantly enhances heat exchanger performance and reduces fouling
- Commercial Production · 2011Optoelectronic Measurement Enhances Industrial Data Acquisition and Process Control
- Modelling · 2013Orthogonal Decomposition Accelerates Custom Impeller Design by 75%