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 2021-10-01 to 2025-10-01.)

Article	Citations
Stacking ensemble learning based material removal rate prediction model for CMP process of semiconductor wafer	21
Enabling multi-modal search for inspirational design stimuli using deep learning	20
Multiple aspects maintenance ontology-based intelligent maintenance optimization framework for safety-critical systems	16
Improved basic elements detection algorithm for bridge engineering design drawings based on YOLOv5	14
inML Kit: empowering the prototyping of ML-enhanced products by involving designers in the ML lifecycle	14
Potentials and challenges of analyzing use phase data in product planning of manufacturing companies	11
Finite-element analysis case retrieval based on an ontology semantic tree	10
Towards comprehensive digital evaluation of low-carbon machining process planning	10
Gamification of design thinking: a way to enhance effectiveness of learning	9
Breaking up data-enabled design: expanding and scaling up for the clinical context	9
Adaptive hyperball Kriging method for efficient reliability analysis	8
A semi-supervised anomaly detection approach for detecting mechanical failures	8
Hybrid machine learning approach for accurate and expeditious 3D scanning to enhance rapid prototyping reliability in orthotics using RSM-RSMOGA-MOGANN	8
Artificial intelligence methods for improving the inventive design process, application in lattice structure case study	7
Managing combinatorial design challenges using flexibility and pathfinding algorithms	7
Developing a data analytics toolbox for data-driven product planning: a review and survey methodology	6
Measuring ideation effectiveness in bioinspired design	6
Exploring the impact of set-based concurrent engineering through multi-agent system simulation	6
Evaluating the learning and performance characteristics of self-organizing systems with different task features	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
Extenics enhanced axiomatic design procedure for AI applications	6
Enhancing TRIZ through environment-based design methodology supported by a large language model	5
Data-enabled sketch search and retrieval for visual design stimuli generation	5
A stochastic topology optimization algorithm for improved fluid dynamics systems	5

ChatGPT as an inventor: eliciting the strengths and weaknesses of current large language models against humans in engineering design	4
The effects of generative AI model type and visual stimuli type on design creativity	4
Comparative analysis of machine learning algorithms for predicting standard time in a manufacturing environment	4
Stone masonry design automation via reinforcement learning	4
Graph models for engineering design: Model encoding, and fidelity evaluation based on dataset and other sources of knowledge	4
A hybrid particle swarm optimization and recurrent dynamic neural network for multi-performance optimization of hard turning operation	4
Multidisciplinary concurrent optimization framework for multi-phase building design process	4
Automatic weld joint type recognition in intelligent welding using image features and machine learning algorithms	4
Remaining useful life prediction methods of equipment components based on deep learning for sustainable manufacturing: a literature review	4
Towards the conceptual design of ML-enhanced products: the UX value framework and the CoMLUX design process	4
Graph transformation in engineering design: an overview of the last decade	4
Optimal configurations of Minimally Intelligent additive manufacturing machines for Makerspace production environments	4
AI-driven design exploration: Utilizing brand logos as an inspiration source for architectural design	3
Continuous cycles of data-enabled design: reimagining the IoT development process	3
An ontology-based fault generation and fault propagation analysis approach for safety-critical computer systems at the design stage	3
A method to explore strategies to communicate user experience through storyboards: an automotive design case study	3
Segmentation method of U-net sheet metal engineering drawing based on CBAM attention mechanism	3
Knowledge graph-assisted design-by-analogy: promoting product innovation through structured analogical knowledge retrieval	3
Design without representation	3
A knowledge transfer method for human-robot collaborative disassembly of end-of-life power batteries based on augmented reality	3
Adopting “blackbox” engineering advice: the influence of imperfect suggestions during AI-assisted decision-making with multiple objectives	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	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
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
An evolutionary form design method based on aesthetic dimension selection and NSGA-II	2
Dynamic workload reallocation for human–robot teams based on real-time stress analysis	2
Machine learning models for sequential motion recognition in human activity for logistics operations efficiency improvement	2
Parametric optimization of FDM using the ANN-based whale optimization algorithm	2
Visualization and inquiry into mental content in design activity: a case study of design interpretation	2
An investigation into the cognitive, metacognitive, and spatial markers of creativity and efficiency in architectural design	2
Representations in design computing through 3-D deep generative models	2
Graph-based approach for enumerating floorplans based on users specifications	2
Dynamic semantic networks for exploration of creative thinking	2