R&D: Technology Exploration & Validation
Not every sensor, library, or radio module is familiar territory. When you are facing an unfamiliar technology, a structured investigation — framing a research question, building a proof of concept, and reporting findings to a professional standard (the DOT framework) — stops a team from committing to something untested by accident.
Starting Points
- Verschuren, P., Doorewaard, H., & Mellion, M. J. (2010). Designing a Research Project (2nd ed.). Boom uitgevers Amsterdam.
- ictresearchmethods.nl
- Reading datasheets & component selection
Key Points
- Your research topic is reviewed by a teacher, who advises you on whether it is suitable.
- You frame a question, build a small proof of concept, and report go/no-go with evidence.
- You can review another student's report and assess its quality, with concrete suggestions for improvement.