Inventive problems from many domains are usually problems we are not able to solve. This problem insolvability is often due to the incomplete or unmatched representation model of the problem that does not correspond to the given problem. In this paper, we introduce two problem solving theories for the solutionless problems: Constraint Satisfaction Problem (CSP) and dialectical based methods and...

A key element to designing software architectures of good quality is the systematic handling of contradicting quality requirements and the structuring principles that support them. The theory of inventive problem solving (TRIZ) by Altshuller offers tools that can be used to define such a systematic way. This paper describes the idea and preliminary results of using inventive principles and the ...

This paper proposes guidelines for a systematic patent circumvention strategy utilizing innovation and TRIZ tools. It focuses on starting from a landscape of patents and claims of an existing patent to create solutions that circumvent this existing patent. Information gathered from various sources is used to create the landscape of patents and claims, and circumvention opportunities are categor...

The case representation is the premise for case retrieval, reuse, revision and storage. The theory of inventive problem solving (TRIZ) is the knowledge-based, systematic approach to innovation and a powerful problem solving methodology. Generalized Location Pattern is a useful tool to realize design automation based on the Function Surface. A new case code representation is established based on...

Abstract One of the popular creativity methods to solve technical problems is Theory Inventive Problem Solving, (TRIZ), however, requires a considerable investment time. A teaching methodology for simplified version TRIZ (TRIZ10) has been developed reducing learning time and improving creative process in solving problems. This method applied small group engineering design students as proof conc...