OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The median citation count of AI EDAM-Artificial Intelligence for Engineering Design Analysis and Ma is 2. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-01-01 to 2026-01-01.)

Article	Citations
inML Kit: empowering the prototyping of ML-enhanced products by involving designers in the ML lifecycle	23
Multiple aspects maintenance ontology-based intelligent maintenance optimization framework for safety-critical systems	22
Stacking ensemble learning based material removal rate prediction model for CMP process of semiconductor wafer	16
Enabling multi-modal search for inspirational design stimuli using deep learning	14
Improved basic elements detection algorithm for bridge engineering design drawings based on YOLOv5	14
Potentials and challenges of analyzing use phase data in product planning of manufacturing companies	13
Finite-element analysis case retrieval based on an ontology semantic tree	12
Towards comprehensive digital evaluation of low-carbon machining process planning	12
Gamification of design thinking: a way to enhance effectiveness of learning	12
Convolutional autoencoder for on-demand parametric inverse design of local resonator geometry in wind turbine metastructure targeting vibration control	11
CNN–NSDBO–EWTOPSIS: A hybrid multi-objective optimization approach for concrete mixture proportion design problem	11
Breaking up data-enabled design: expanding and scaling up for the clinical context	11
Hybrid machine learning approach for accurate and expeditious 3D scanning to enhance rapid prototyping reliability in orthotics using RSM-RSMOGA-MOGANN	10
Managing combinatorial design challenges using flexibility and pathfinding algorithms	9
A semi-supervised anomaly detection approach for detecting mechanical failures	8
Measuring ideation effectiveness in bioinspired design	7
Developing a data analytics toolbox for data-driven product planning: a review and survey methodology	7
Artificial intelligence methods for improving the inventive design process, application in lattice structure case study	7
Adaptive hyperball Kriging method for efficient reliability analysis	7
Sampling balanced high-quality data to train an automatic mesh generator	7
Enhancing TRIZ through environment-based design methodology supported by a large language model	6
Comparative analysis of machine learning algorithms for predicting standard time in a manufacturing environment	6
Analyzing problem framing in design teams: a systems mapping approach	6
Design of an intelligent simulator ANN and ANFIS model in the prediction of milling performance (QCE) of alloy 2017A	6
A stochastic topology optimization algorithm for improved fluid dynamics systems	6

Exploring the impact of set-based concurrent engineering through multi-agent system simulation	6
Data-enabled sketch search and retrieval for visual design stimuli generation	6
Extenics enhanced axiomatic design procedure for AI applications	6
ChatGPT as an inventor: eliciting the strengths and weaknesses of current large language models against humans in engineering design	5
The effects of generative AI model type and visual stimuli type on design creativity	5
Graph models for engineering design: Model encoding, and fidelity evaluation based on dataset and other sources of knowledge	5
A hybrid particle swarm optimization and recurrent dynamic neural network for multi-performance optimization of hard turning operation	5
Optimal configurations of Minimally Intelligent additive manufacturing machines for Makerspace production environments	5
Towards the conceptual design of ML-enhanced products: the UX value framework and the CoMLUX design process	5
Multidisciplinary concurrent optimization framework for multi-phase building design process	4
Knowledge graph-assisted design-by-analogy: promoting product innovation through structured analogical knowledge retrieval	4
Continuous cycles of data-enabled design: reimagining the IoT development process	4
A method to explore strategies to communicate user experience through storyboards: an automotive design case study	4
Graph transformation in engineering design: an overview of the last decade	4
Segmentation method of U-net sheet metal engineering drawing based on CBAM attention mechanism	4
Remaining useful life prediction methods of equipment components based on deep learning for sustainable manufacturing: a literature review	4
Automatic weld joint type recognition in intelligent welding using image features and machine learning algorithms	4
Stone masonry design automation via reinforcement learning	4
Adopting “blackbox” engineering advice: the influence of imperfect suggestions during AI-assisted decision-making with multiple objectives	4
AI-driven design exploration: Utilizing brand logos as an inspiration source for architectural design	4
A knowledge transfer method for human-robot collaborative disassembly of end-of-life power batteries based on augmented reality	4
An ontology-based fault generation and fault propagation analysis approach for safety-critical computer systems at the design stage	3
Dynamic workload reallocation for human–robot teams based on real-time stress analysis	3
The epsilon-knowledge: an emerging complement of Machlup's types of disciplinary knowledge	3
Mapping artificial intelligence-based methods to engineering design stages: a focused literature review	3
Visualization and inquiry into mental content in design activity: a case study of design interpretation	3
Design without representation	3
An evolutionary form design method based on aesthetic dimension selection and NSGA-II	3
Parametric optimization of FDM using the ANN-based whale optimization algorithm	2
What shape grammars do that CAD should: the 14 cases of shape embedding	2
Evaluating large-language-model chatbots to engage communities in large-scale design projects	2
Design change prediction based on social media sentiment analysis	2
Dynamic semantic networks for exploration of creative thinking	2
Representations in design computing through 3-D deep generative models	2
Machine learning models for sequential motion recognition in human activity for logistics operations efficiency improvement	2
Educational background’s impact on designers’ ideation: brain, behavior, and stress	2
Free-text inspiration search for systematic bio-inspiration support of engineering design	2
Enhancing designer creativity through human–AI co-ideation: a co-creation framework for design ideation with custom GPT	2
Tool life prediction via SMB-enabled monitor based on BPNN coupling algorithms for sustainable manufacturing	2
Uncovering hidden patterns of design ideation using hidden Markov modeling and neuroimaging	2
Linear kitchen layout design via machine learning	2