The phrase "a conceptual prototype of" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing an initial model or representation of an idea or concept, often in fields like design, engineering, or software development.
Example: "The team developed a conceptual prototype of the new app to visualize its core features and user interface."
Alternatives: "an abstract model of" or "a theoretical representation of".
The design and manufacturing of a conceptual prototype vehicle is described.
A conceptual prototype was then manufactured and the concept validated through an idealised numerical-experimental procedure that allowed the determination of its graded stiffness.
Figure 1 illustrates the conceptual prototype of a modern bridge pier designed in accordance with Eurocode specifications for RC structures and seismic actions 40, 41.
From the sound of the report, however, we're going to see little more than a "conceptual image" of the product, rather than a retail device or even prototype.
Although application of software-based tools for automatic generation of printable models has been claimed with regard to certain conceptual prototype designs of novel 3D-printed splints, the construction methodology employed and modeling mechanism have not yet been proposed [7, 8].
The joint project LandCaRe (Land, Climate, and Resources) 2020 aimed at developing a conceptual framework and prototype of a model-based decision support system (DSS) based on improved process knowledge and stakeholder communication.
Card sorting is an early conceptual prototyping method.
The CCM's focus on the individual's self-management of chronic conditions was the conceptual prototype for Illinois' Disease Management (DM) program, called Your Healthcare Plus (YHP)™.
This is really, really important, in that the whole concept of "prototype 180" is a conceptual work of art that will make architecture perform in the historical trajectory.
The conceptual prototyping process model is appropriate for consideration of the characteristics of the architectural design, the resources of the educational environment and the limitations of the novice designer.
