Research methods in engineering design: a synthesis of recent studies using a systematic literature review

Abstract The relation between scientific research and engineering design is fraught with controversy. While the number of academic PhD programs on grows, because discipline in its infancy, there no consolidated method for systematically approaching generation knowledge this domain. This paper reviews recently published papers from four top-ranked journals to analyse methods that are frequently used. questions consider aim contributions papers, as well which experimental sources data being Frequency tables show high variety approaches aims combining both qualitative quantitative empirical analytical methods. Most focus methodological concerns or delving into a particular aspect process. Data collection also diverse without clear type objective strategy research. act valuable resource academics, providing definitions related referencing examples, researchers, shedding light some trends challenges current domain design.