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In search for working principles using large language models: an experimental study

Hanspach, Fabio (1); Gericke, Kilian (2); Dietrich, Ute (3); Eisenbart, Boris (1)

Type:
Papers
DS 145: Proceedings of the DESIGN2026 19th International Design Conference
Year:
2026
Editor:
Štorga, M.; Škec, S.; Martinec, T.; Marjanović, D.; Pavković, N.
Author:
Hanspach, Fabio (1); Gericke, Kilian (2); Dietrich, Ute (3); Eisenbart, Boris (1)
Series:
DESIGN
Institution:
1: Swinburne University of Technology, Australia; 2: University of Rostock, Germany; 3: Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin, Germany
Page(s):
2333-2341
DOI number:
10.1017/pds.2026.10591
ISSN:
2732-527X (Online)
Abstract:
The use of artificial intelligence, especially large language models (LLMs), is increasingly explored to support early system development. This paper evaluates low-threshold LLM-based tools for supporting conceptual design. Through an experiment, two LLM-based tools were compared generating alternative solutions using an existing function model of an electro-mechanical system as input. Functions were provided in natural language and using the Functional Basis. Results show limitations and significant potentials for effective and efficient conceptual design support.
Keywords:
artificial intelligence (AI), early design phase, generative design, systems engineering (SE), design methods
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