Conceptual Design

Conceptual design focuses on the early stages of product development, aiming to generate diverse and innovative solutions that meet specified criteria. Current research emphasizes integrating advanced computational methods, such as deep generative models (e.g., VAEs, GANs), large language models (LLMs), and novel algorithms for data analysis (e.g., clustering techniques for concept identification), to automate and enhance the design process. This work is significant because it promises to improve efficiency, explore broader design spaces, and ultimately lead to better products by leveraging the power of AI and advanced data analysis techniques in the crucial initial phases of design.