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In this paper, we propose an analysis approach for the collaborative design process. That is centered on the messages generated by the actors. It is structured with two levels: the first level concerns the analysis of interactions between actors inside each discussion, whereas the second level concerns the analysis of relationships between different discussions. The analysis distinguishes between three concepts: the formation of micro-groups; the articulation of design process around one or several key actors; and the types of interactions. The application of the proposed approach in collaborative design experience allowed the identification of three properties of this process: the auto-organization, the dynamics and the auto-similarity.
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Khah, R.M., Ostrosi, E., Garro, O. (2006). A Cluster-based Approach for Collaborative Design Process Analysis. In: ElMaraghy, H.A., ElMaraghy, W.H. (eds) Advances in Design. Springer Series in Advanced Manufacturing. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/1-84628-210-1_32
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