Invention Problem Solving Theory

Author: Tan Runhua
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: Solving invention problems is the core of product innovation design. This book first defines invention problems and their levels. It then provides detailed explanations of design methods and processes for obtaining products of different levels: TRIZ conflict resolution theory, QFD method for determining conflicts, AD method; theory of technological evolution, effects, and applications; a conceptual design process model based on the integration of QFD, AD, and TRIZ; and finally, it introduces the computer-aided design software InventionTool 1.0, which consists of three modules—conflict, evolution, and effects—and helps designers find innovative solutions. The entire book follows the main line of identifying problems, conflicts, and resolving conflicts in product design, with the Soviet invention problem-solving theory (TRIZ) as its core. It combines the strengths of Germany's universal design methodology (PB), Japan's quality function deployment (QFD), and the United States' axiomatic design (AD) to form a new, more operational product innovation design method. This book can help design personnel, managers, senior undergraduate and graduate students, and MBA students in various enterprises improve their innovative capabilities.