The document proposes a framework to blend the TRIZ methodology for engineering problem solving with principles of biomimicry. It outlines TRIZ concepts like the 39 engineering parameters, 40 inventive principles, and contradiction matrix. The framework is intended to automatically connect engineers using TRIZ to relevant biological inspirations for resolving physical or technical contradictions. Examples are given of how biological solutions map to various inventive principles for resolving contradictions in a similar way as traditional engineering examples. The goal is to provide a richer set of ideas by considering nature-inspired solutions alongside traditional options.
CREAX - Innovative joining methods & materials in TRIZCREAX
This presentation explains the relation between TRIZ, innovative joining methods and the translation to the systematic innovation method of CREAX.
It contains several examples of joining methods & materials, illustrating the basics of thinking in properties.
The presentation was made for the event: Shaping Matter, July 2013, Kortrijk, Belgium. CREAX shared the stage with Chris Lefteri, Voka & DoDesign.
Invented by Genrich Altshuller.
Acronym of Russian phrase "Teorija Rezbenija Izobretatelskib Zadach"
Meaning is Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TIPS)
Three Premises : Ideality, Contradiction, System Approach
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As a part of my series on different companies and industries using TRIZ (a systematic innovation methodology), here is a compilation of case studies from across the globe, applying the methodology...Enjoy
CREAX - Innovative joining methods & materials in TRIZCREAX
This presentation explains the relation between TRIZ, innovative joining methods and the translation to the systematic innovation method of CREAX.
It contains several examples of joining methods & materials, illustrating the basics of thinking in properties.
The presentation was made for the event: Shaping Matter, July 2013, Kortrijk, Belgium. CREAX shared the stage with Chris Lefteri, Voka & DoDesign.
Invented by Genrich Altshuller.
Acronym of Russian phrase "Teorija Rezbenija Izobretatelskib Zadach"
Meaning is Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TIPS)
Three Premises : Ideality, Contradiction, System Approach
Aviation Aerospace & Defense industry TRIZ Case Studies - An Overview Richard Platt
As a part of my series on different companies and industries using TRIZ (a systematic innovation methodology), here is a compilation of case studies from across the globe, applying the methodology...Enjoy
A short talk which I gave for a Brown Bag Create session at DERIVCO. The title is "Innovation & Invention" but the talk really focuses on the value of innovation, providing some examples of how existing things have been adapted, transformed and renewed.
Follow the URLs to listen to the audio tracks.
NASA 's use of TRIZ (systematic innovation methodology)Richard Platt
This is the public presentation from NASA where they used a systematic innovation methodology known as TRIZ on "Improving Innovation Through TRIZ for the Microgravity Project Managers Working Group" for the NASA Glenn Research Center - Engineering Development Center at Lewis Field (2004). This is a companion presentation that was conducted by GE to NASA on TRIZ's use and application at their company. (See link here: https://www.slideshare.net/rplatt/general-electric-overview-presentation-of-triz-deployment-presented-to-nasatrizoverviewtonasa)
The Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TRIZ) is a concept that was developed by the Russian patent officer, Genrich Altshuller Saulowich, in the former USSR in the 50s. The aim of this method was to systematically analyze technical issues, find innovative solutions as well as resolve technical and physical inconsistencies.
For this purpose, experience and knowledge levels are determined through successful innovations, from which forty innovation principles were derived, which form the core of the concept in addition to other methodological tools. These and other tools are used to analyze the problem and to abstract it, to develop ideas, implement them and evaluate in the final step.
Michelin Using TRIZ in the Product Development of Tweel Richard Platt
This is a presentation on How Michelin Tires used TRIZ to develop their Tweel design that has been making its way into the commercial market for its application on multiple automotive and wheeled vehicle applications
TRIZ- Theory of Inventive Problem SolvingLogeshrajV
TRIZ is one of the problem solving techniques for finding solution to some unknown problems in engineering and life.
Introduction
Orgine of TRIZ
Creator of TRIZ
40 Principles
Controlling a knee CPM machine using PID and iterative learning control algor...TELKOMNIKA JOURNAL
A conventional continuous passive motion (CPM) machine uses simple controller such as On/Off controller. Some better CPMs use PID controller. These kind of CPMs can not distinguish load different due to the different size of the patient leg. This may cause the CPM no longer follow the trajectory or the angle commands. Meanwhile, each patient may have different scenario of therapy from the others. When progress on the patient exists, the range of the flexion may be increased step by step. Therefore, the treatment can be different in term of the range of flexion from time to time. This paper proposes CPM with hybrid proportional integral derivative (PID) and iterative learning controller (ILC). The system has capability in learning the trajectory tracking. Therefore, the CPM will be able to follow any load or trajectory changes applied to it. The more accurate CPM machine can follow the trajectory command, the better its performance for the treatment. The experiment showed that the system was stable due to the PID controller. The tracking performance also improved with the ILC even there exist some disturbances.
TRIZ-Theory of Inventive Problem Solving.pptxSejalWasule
TRIZ (Theory of Inventive Problem Solving) is a problem-solving methodology developed by the Soviet engineer and inventor Genrich Altshuller. TRIZ is based on the analysis of thousands of patents and the identification of patterns of innovation and inventive principles.
The TRIZ methodology consists of several key components:
Problem formulation: This involves defining the problem and its parameters, as well as identifying the desired outcomes.
Analysis of the problem: This involves breaking down the problem into smaller parts and identifying the underlying contradictions and conflicts.
Use of inventive principles: TRIZ identifies a set of 40 inventive principles that can be used to solve problems. These principles are based on patterns of innovation that have been identified through the analysis of patents.
Ideation: This involves generating ideas and concepts for solving the problem, using the inventive principles and other ideation techniques.
Evaluation and implementation: This involves evaluating the ideas generated and selecting the most promising solutions for implementation.
The key benefit of TRIZ is that it provides a systematic approach to problem-solving, which can lead to more effective and efficient solutions. It also provides a structured framework for ideation, which can help to generate a larger number of creative ideas.The TRIZ methodology is particularly useful for addressing complex problems that seem unsolvable using traditional problem-solving approaches. It provides a structured framework for ideation and encourages innovative thinking, which can lead to breakthrough solutions. The TRIZ methodology has been used successfully in a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and consumer products.
EXPLORING MULTIPLE ENERGY FUTURES Using Patent Trends, TRIZ, Scenario Writing...Navneet Bhushan
Despite many technological advances, human race has continued to rely on fossil fuels for its expanding energy consumption, thus depleting these precious resources at much faster rates than they are replenished. There is a need to describe, imagine and explore possible energy futures that we are facing in next 20 years or so. This paper use a new integrated approach which combines scenario planning and studies of patent trends in specific domains and combine them with the Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TRIZ). This integrated approach results in much more comprehensive and robust scenarios. The resulting scenarios are explored to determine new possibilities for our energy needs. The scope of research into energy efficient mechanisms (both present and future) is then prioritized in each scenario. This is carried out using a combination of Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP). The comprehensive multi-dimensional and multi-perspective (MDMP) methodology proposed in this paper using well-established scientific methods results in exploration of multiple energy futures thus creating more robust solution directions.
A short talk which I gave for a Brown Bag Create session at DERIVCO. The title is "Innovation & Invention" but the talk really focuses on the value of innovation, providing some examples of how existing things have been adapted, transformed and renewed.
Follow the URLs to listen to the audio tracks.
NASA 's use of TRIZ (systematic innovation methodology)Richard Platt
This is the public presentation from NASA where they used a systematic innovation methodology known as TRIZ on "Improving Innovation Through TRIZ for the Microgravity Project Managers Working Group" for the NASA Glenn Research Center - Engineering Development Center at Lewis Field (2004). This is a companion presentation that was conducted by GE to NASA on TRIZ's use and application at their company. (See link here: https://www.slideshare.net/rplatt/general-electric-overview-presentation-of-triz-deployment-presented-to-nasatrizoverviewtonasa)
The Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TRIZ) is a concept that was developed by the Russian patent officer, Genrich Altshuller Saulowich, in the former USSR in the 50s. The aim of this method was to systematically analyze technical issues, find innovative solutions as well as resolve technical and physical inconsistencies.
For this purpose, experience and knowledge levels are determined through successful innovations, from which forty innovation principles were derived, which form the core of the concept in addition to other methodological tools. These and other tools are used to analyze the problem and to abstract it, to develop ideas, implement them and evaluate in the final step.
Michelin Using TRIZ in the Product Development of Tweel Richard Platt
This is a presentation on How Michelin Tires used TRIZ to develop their Tweel design that has been making its way into the commercial market for its application on multiple automotive and wheeled vehicle applications
TRIZ- Theory of Inventive Problem SolvingLogeshrajV
TRIZ is one of the problem solving techniques for finding solution to some unknown problems in engineering and life.
Introduction
Orgine of TRIZ
Creator of TRIZ
40 Principles
Controlling a knee CPM machine using PID and iterative learning control algor...TELKOMNIKA JOURNAL
A conventional continuous passive motion (CPM) machine uses simple controller such as On/Off controller. Some better CPMs use PID controller. These kind of CPMs can not distinguish load different due to the different size of the patient leg. This may cause the CPM no longer follow the trajectory or the angle commands. Meanwhile, each patient may have different scenario of therapy from the others. When progress on the patient exists, the range of the flexion may be increased step by step. Therefore, the treatment can be different in term of the range of flexion from time to time. This paper proposes CPM with hybrid proportional integral derivative (PID) and iterative learning controller (ILC). The system has capability in learning the trajectory tracking. Therefore, the CPM will be able to follow any load or trajectory changes applied to it. The more accurate CPM machine can follow the trajectory command, the better its performance for the treatment. The experiment showed that the system was stable due to the PID controller. The tracking performance also improved with the ILC even there exist some disturbances.
TRIZ-Theory of Inventive Problem Solving.pptxSejalWasule
TRIZ (Theory of Inventive Problem Solving) is a problem-solving methodology developed by the Soviet engineer and inventor Genrich Altshuller. TRIZ is based on the analysis of thousands of patents and the identification of patterns of innovation and inventive principles.
The TRIZ methodology consists of several key components:
Problem formulation: This involves defining the problem and its parameters, as well as identifying the desired outcomes.
Analysis of the problem: This involves breaking down the problem into smaller parts and identifying the underlying contradictions and conflicts.
Use of inventive principles: TRIZ identifies a set of 40 inventive principles that can be used to solve problems. These principles are based on patterns of innovation that have been identified through the analysis of patents.
Ideation: This involves generating ideas and concepts for solving the problem, using the inventive principles and other ideation techniques.
Evaluation and implementation: This involves evaluating the ideas generated and selecting the most promising solutions for implementation.
The key benefit of TRIZ is that it provides a systematic approach to problem-solving, which can lead to more effective and efficient solutions. It also provides a structured framework for ideation, which can help to generate a larger number of creative ideas.The TRIZ methodology is particularly useful for addressing complex problems that seem unsolvable using traditional problem-solving approaches. It provides a structured framework for ideation and encourages innovative thinking, which can lead to breakthrough solutions. The TRIZ methodology has been used successfully in a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and consumer products.
EXPLORING MULTIPLE ENERGY FUTURES Using Patent Trends, TRIZ, Scenario Writing...Navneet Bhushan
Despite many technological advances, human race has continued to rely on fossil fuels for its expanding energy consumption, thus depleting these precious resources at much faster rates than they are replenished. There is a need to describe, imagine and explore possible energy futures that we are facing in next 20 years or so. This paper use a new integrated approach which combines scenario planning and studies of patent trends in specific domains and combine them with the Theory of Inventive Problem Solving (TRIZ). This integrated approach results in much more comprehensive and robust scenarios. The resulting scenarios are explored to determine new possibilities for our energy needs. The scope of research into energy efficient mechanisms (both present and future) is then prioritized in each scenario. This is carried out using a combination of Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP). The comprehensive multi-dimensional and multi-perspective (MDMP) methodology proposed in this paper using well-established scientific methods results in exploration of multiple energy futures thus creating more robust solution directions.
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https://alandix.com/academic/papers/synergy2024-epistemic/
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Open2012 bio-triz
1. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 1
Extending the TRIZ Methodology to
Connect Engineering Design Problems to
Biological Solutions
Jonathan Weaver1, Darrell Kleinke1, and Terri Lynch-Caris2
1 University of Detroit Mercy Mechanical Engineering Department
2Kettering University Industrial Engineering Department
2. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 2
Outline
• The Need
• Triz from 35,000 ft
• Handling Physical Contradiction
• Handling Technical Contradiction
• Blending Biomimicry and Triz
• Conclusion & Invitation to Collaborate
3. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 3
The Need
• Some engineers are versed in TRIZ and routinely apply
its methodologies when trying to innovate
• Others look to nature for inspiration
• Both approaches can be effective, yet very few are well-
versed in both approaches
• We propose a framework to extend the TRIZ
methodology to point engineers to not only relevant
man-made examples, but also to potential inspiration
from nature
4. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 4
TRIZ from 35,000 feet
• Tough problems typically involve contradictions
• A contradiction can be either physical or technical
• Physical contradiction involves a conflict between two
mutually exclusive physical requirements to the same
parameter of an element of the system (i.e., an element
should be hot and cold)
• Technical contradiction involves a conflict between
characteristics within a system whereby improving one
parameter of the system results in deterioration of another
parameter (i.e., increasing power also increases mass)
5. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 5
Handling Physical Contradiction
• Altshuller recommends considering four principles:
– Separation of contradictory properties in time or on
condition
– Separation of contradictory properties in space
– System transformations (or separation between the
parts and the whole)
– Phase transformation, or physical-chemical
transformation of substances
6. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 6
Approach for Handling Technical
Contradiction
• Using the set of 39 engineering parameters, state the
contradiction in the form improving [first parameter]
causes deterioration of [second parameter]
• Use the Contradiction Matrix to identify which of
Altschuller’s 40 Inventive Principles seem most likely to
assist in resolving the contradiction
• Study past manifestations of the suggested inventive
principles and try to tailor a solution to the problem at hand
7. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 7
TRIZ: The Theory of Inventive Problem
Solving
The Direct Path
Can Be Elusive
Your Problem Your Solution
Generic Problem Generic Solution
11. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 11
Our Approach to
Blending Biomimicry and Triz
• The proposed Bio-TRIZ methodology would automatically
connect anyone utilizing the TRIZ methodology to
potentially relevant biological inspirations.
• Rationale: innovators applying the TRIZ methodology are
likely to come up with a richer, stronger, and more diverse
set of product concepts if they are simultaneously
presented with inspiring biological examples of relevant
inventive principles alongside the classical manmade
examples and patents.
• The proposed approach will be outlined first for resolving
physical contradiction, then for resolving technical
contradiction.
12. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 12
Manmade and Natural Examples of
Principles for Resolving Physical
Contradiction
13. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 13
Separation of Contradictory Properties in
Time or on Condition
Manmade Example Biological Example
• Contradiction: Glasses lenses • Contradiction: Pine cone should
should be clear and dark contain seeds and release them
• Solution: lenses become dark on • Solution: Scales on the cones open
condition of UV exposure when dry and close when damp
helping to maximize the dispersion of
the seeds (Dawson et al., 1997)
Source: speceye.com
Source:
science.howstuffworks.com/dictionary/plant-
terms/conifer-info.htm
14. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 14
Separation of Contradictory Properties
in Space
Manmade Example Biological Example
• Contradiction: Bandage should be • Contradiction: Human teeth should
sticky (away from the wound) and not be sharp (for cutting) yet flat (for
sticky (on the wound) mashing)
• Solution: Bandage has adhesive • Solution: Sharp incisors and flat
around perimeter of non-sticky pad molars
Source: briskinfor.com Source: skeletonmodels.com
15. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 15
System Transformations (or Separation
Between the Parts and the Whole)
Manmade Example Biological Example
• Contradiction: A bicycle chain • Contradiction: Chameleons
should be rigid yet flexible want to be camouflaged (for
• Solution: Make the individual safety) yet highly conspicuous
links rigid but the whole chain (for attracting a mate)
flexible • Solution: They constrict cell
levels of various pigments to get
the desired effect
Source: arthursclipart.org
Source: true-wildlife.blogspot.com
16. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 16
Manmade and Natural Examples of
Principles for Resolving Technical
Contradiction
17. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 17
Principle 1. Segmentation
Manmade Example Biological Example
• Venetian blinds replace solid • Nanostructure of blue penguin’s
shades feathers scatter light to give
apparent color
Source: tminarik.com
Source:
www.myschoolhouse.com/courses/O/1/66.asp
18. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 18
Principle 3. Local Quality
Manmade Example Biological Example
• A Swiss Army Knife where each • Nanostructure of blue penguin’s
part fulfills a different and useful feathers scatter light to give
function apparent color
Source: amazon.com
Source: wksu.org
19. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 19
Principle 17. Moving to a New Dimension
Manmade Example Biological Example
• A computer mouse that can move • The crossbill’s mandibles cross at
in space rather than on a surface their tips facilitating extraction of
pine cone seeds when they open
their bill (Wikipedia: Crossbill,
2011)
Source: www.popsci.com/node/9600
Source: birds.cornell.edu
20. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 20
Principle 18. Mechanical Vibration
Manmade Example Biological Example
• Vibratory parts feeder • Leaf cutter ants use vibration to
stiffen the leaves for easier cutting
Source:
w25.indonetwork.co.id/pdimage/18/8149
18_img_1074.jpg Source: http://www.richard-
seaman.com/Insects/CostaRica/LeafcutterAnts/Le
afcutterAntWorkersCuttingALeaf.jpg
21. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 21
Principle 22. Convert Harm to Benefit
Manmade Example Biological Example
• ShockWatch indicators break if • Monarch caterpillars eat
package is handled roughly during milkweed that is poisonous to
shipping most predators – and store that
poison to make themselves
poisonous to others
(AskNature.org: Monarchs, 2011)
Source: shockwatch.com
Source: fnpsblog.blogspot.com
22. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 22
Principle 28. Replacement of a Mechanical
System
Manmade Example Biological Example
• Optical computer mouse replaces • The feet of aphids appear to
mechanical mouse adhere to surfaces using capillary
adhesion (AskNature.org: Aphids,
2011)
Source: mouserena.com Source:
abbotlab.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/aphid2.jpg
23. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 23
Principle 29. Use Pneumatics of Hydraulics
Manmade Example Biological Example
• Air shocks in automobiles • Spiders have muscles to flex the
joints but none to extend them.
They extend their legs by
pumping fluid into them.
(Asknature.Org: Spiders, 2011)
Source:
performancetruckllc.com/82601l.jpg
Source:
cdn.physorg.com/newman/gfx/news/2006/Tarantul
a.jpg
24. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 24
Principle 30. Flexible Film or Thin
Membranes
Manmade Example Biological Example
• Space blankets • Butterfly wings achieve visual
color without pigment using thin
layers (Imod Display, 2011)
Source:
www.rei.com/product/407106/space-all-
weather-blanket Source:
www.presentationtek.com/images/colorful_butterf
ly.jpg
25. Biomimicry Tools NCIIA 2012 25
Conclusion
• The authors believe that the proposed approach can help
engineers routinely connect to appropriate biological
inspirations
• We would welcome collaboration with anyone interested
in furthering this work