This review offers an illuminating journey through the historical evolution and modern‐day
applications of liquid metals, presenting a comprehensive view of their significance in …

This paper dives into the complex and often contentious realm of obsolescence within
product design, examining its role as both a deliberate design choice and an unintended …

Background The shift from durable, rare items to inexpensive, mass-produced goods has
resulted in a global phenomenon of economic uncertainty, prompting the necessity for …

One challenge that product design has faced is the ongoing threat of obsolescence, where
investment in an updated solution can quickly become irrelevant within months or years as …

Rapid smartphone replacement contributes significantly to electronic waste issues. This
paper investigates determinants of premature smartphone obsolescence amongst young …

Wireless sensor networks (WSNs) have emerged as solutions for developing financially
viable, and environmentally friendly monitoring systems in line with the sustainable …

Aim As premature replacement of residential appliances drives rising e-waste levels in
Europe, analysis of the factors impacting consumer decision-making when faced with …

Abstract System obsolescence represents a major challenge for industrial companies. To
tackle this problem, two main strategies are used: reactive management, which seeks …

This literature review was commissioned by the Nuffield Council on Bioethics to outline the
key developments, applications, and impacts of neurotechnologies in active use between …

This thesis investigates how sustainable modular smartphone companies integrate convivial
principles into product design and production to resist planned obsolescence. Planned …