ITC 2023 TRIZ Generative AI Tanasak Pheunghua

Leveraging Generative AI
as a resource for Information Retrieval in

TRIZ Problem Solving and Idea Generation
Tanasak Pheunghua
TRIZ Specialist Level4
The Inventor Development Co., Ltd., Thailand
Email: consult@tanasak.com
© Tanasak Pheunghua The International TRIZ Conference ITC 2023 ● MATRIZ Official
Introduction
• In the TRIZ methodology, "Resources" play a pivotal role in problem-solving
and idea generation. While these resources can be utilized directly, there are
situations where they might require modification or further development.
Moreover, challenges are linked to the efficient utilization of resources,
including the time and effort needed for their collection.
• Generative AI stands out as a promising tool to tackle these challenges. It has

the potential to markedly decrease search time and broaden search scope. It
also serves as a means to pinpoint root causes, analyze the progression of
technological systems, and investigate data spanning diverse industries.
© Tanasak Pheunghua 2 The International TRIZ Conference ITC 2023 ● MATRIZ Official
Idea Generation Empirical Model
The point of view of "Resources" in TRIZ.
• [Self] The first category, individual resources, forms the bedrock of
problem-solving by drawing upon personal memories, education, skills, and
brainstormed insights. Observational resources.
• [System] The second category, offer insights from analyzing existing

systems (Substance, Field, Time, Space, Information and Functional
resources) and environments, guiding thinkers toward improvements and
innovative solutions.
• [Search] The third category, research-based resources, provides a broader

perspective through scientific foundations, patents, technological systems,
and cross-industry insights.
Challenges in Resource Collection
• Challenges in collecting and utilizing resources for TRIZ
• Collecting these resources traditionally involves time-consuming methods, like
consulting experts and searching for new patent information, and utilizing internet
search engines, which can limit efficiency.
• To address these challenges;

• Advanced tools such as Generative AI have emerged as game-changers. Platforms like
ChatGPT, Bing, and Bard leverage Generative AI's capabilities to swiftly process data
and generate insights based on user-defined prompts. This technology significantly
accelerates search time and expands coverage, aiding in root cause analysis,
technological evolution studies, exploration of different industries, and utilization of
problem-solving methodologies like the TESE 40 Principles and TRIZ tools.
Introduction to Generative AI
• A type of artificial intelligence that can generate text, images, and other
creative content
• How Generative AI can be used to retrieve information: by searching for

patterns in large datasets and generating new ideas based on those
patterns.
Prompt Engineering
The process of instructing an AI

to do a task is called prompting.
We tell the AI a set of instructions
(the prompt) and it performs the
task. Prompts can be as simple
as a question, or as complex as
multiple paragraphs.
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Prompt Design / Prompt Engineering
techniques
More Prompt techniques
Zero Shot Prompt
•https://platform.openai.com/overview
Role Prompting •https://www.promptingguide.ai/techniques/tot
Few Shot Standard Prompts •https://learnprompting.org/
•https://www.cloudskillsboost.google/paths/118
COT : Chain of Thought Prompting
Zero-shot-COT : Zero Shot Chain of Thought
Tree of Through
Generated Knowledge
Other..
There are 3 main kinds of Large Language Model.
Needs prompting in a different way
Generic Languages Model | these predict the next word based

on language in the training data.
Instruction Tuned | Trained to predict a response to the

instructions given in the input.
Dialog Tuned | Trained to have a dialog by predicting the next

response.
Ref : https://www.cloudskillsboost.google/paths/118
TRIZ Tools and AI Prompting
Zero-shot prompting
Zero-shot prompting is the most basic form of prompting. It simply shows the model a prompt
without examples and asks it to generate a response
Few-Shot Prompting
Few-shot prompting, which is basically just showing the model a few examples (also called
"shots") of what you want it to do. Few shot prompts allows the AI to learn from these few
examples.
Chain of Thought Prompting (COT)
The main idea of CoT is that by showing the LLM some few shot exemplars where the
reasoning process is explained in the exemplars, the LLM will also show the reasoning process
when answering the prompt. This explanation of reasoning often leads to more accurate results.
“Zero-shot prompting” Problem Solving Problem Solution
Problem Analysis
Component Resources Search

Function Analysis Interaction
Analysis
40 Principles Modification
TRIMMING TRIMMING Rules
TRIZ Problem Solving Sci-Effect

Feature Transfer
FOS
CECA
76 STDs
Substance Field
MATHCHEM
Contradiction TESE
Development of TRIZ Prompting V2.0 (July 2023)
1. Beyond Function Analysis 13. Scientific Effect Database
2. Function Analysis 14. Function Oriented Search (FOS)
• Component Analysis 15. MATHCHEM
• Interaction Analysis 16. 9-Screens
3. Substance-Field Analysis 17. TESE : Trend of Engineering System Evolution
4. Cause Effect Chain Analysis • Mono-Bi-Poly
5. TRIMMING and TRIMMING Rules • Dynamization
6. Patent Circumvention 18. Smart Little People
7. Contradiction Formulation and Key 19. MFO : Method of Focal Object
Problem 20. MA : Morphological Analysis
8. Feature Transfer 21. 76 Standard Solutions
9. Ideality 22. Extension FOS*; Problem, Property Parameter,
10. Resources Analysis Mechanism, Root cause Search
11. 40 Principles
12. Resources Search and Modification
Instructio
Context Example1 Example2
Many techniques use in this works; n
• Role Prompting
• Few shot prompting Instructio
Context Example
• Combining Techniques n
• Formalizing Prompts
• COT Prompting Instructio
Example
n
Instructio
Context
n
Ref : https://learnprompting.org/docs/basics/formalizing
Examples of Generative AI in TRIZ
Example of Prompt
Function Analysis : Components and Interaction analysis
• Do you know "Wood Pelleting machine"?
• In the "Pelletizing" process, Please write the function analysis ; ("Tool" action to "Object")
for Wood pelleting Machine; in tabulated format including of "Tool" , "object", "The action
between tool and object" and "Function of tool and object".
The response of 1st -

prompt become a part
of 2nd prompt.
Example of Prompt
FOS
Could you please find the 4 industries which perform similar main-useful functions of pellet
mills? Consist of Main Function, Technology leading in tabulated format.
The function of pellet mills is to transform raw materials into compact, uniform pellets.
Abstract function;
To transform Substance.
Example of Prompt
CECA
CECA is Cause and Effect Chain Analysis. This tool is very close to Why-Why Analysis.
CECA can find root causes and deeper root causes until finding key disadvantages.
CECA can find the key disadvantages at specific parameters and their value (maximum or
minimum).
What's different from Why-Why is; CECA may identify the key disadvantages (possible root causes)
which have a specific value that causes the first problem but when trying to change that value
oppositely, the first problem is gone but may create a new problem. We call this situation a
"Contradiction".
Let's try to create the CECA of the problem "Uncomfortable breathing Mask"; consisting of multiple
columns of the potential root causes at the specific parameters level of the related system
components.
Identify key disadvantages, and if possible, identify the contradiction at each specific parameter at
maximum or minimum value. Display in tabulate format. Finally add a column for the "Key problem";
Key problem is the problem statement in term of "How to adjust the parameters of each root causes
to eliminate the first problem without creating the new problem?".
Example of Prompt
CECA - AI Response
Example of Prompt
Root Cause Analysis
[Problem Statement] : “PCB consists of layers 1. Polyamide 2. Copper 3. Nickel 4. Gold

Layers of nickel and gold are plated in solution. Later, the customer asked to reduce the
process to reduce costs by canceling the nickel-plating process. One month after the
delivery of that product to customer, the customer took the PCB storage before it was put
into production for a month. The customer found that only the nickel-plating product was
reduced. found a problem on the product It looks like rust on the gold's surface. Engineer
try to investigate by using Spectrometer to inspect to the rust particle, and they found it is
element of copper. So, The engineer then told the customer that blame not rust, It actually
is a component of copper growth through the gold surface, where copper is used to be
between polyamide and gold.” /
[Instruction1] : Which physical or chemical principles/theories should we use to focus

on identifying the defect?
Example of Prompt
Root Cause Analysis - AI Response
1.Galvanic Corrosion: Investigate the possibility of galvanic corrosion between copper and gold. Galvanic corrosion occurs when two different metals
are in contact in the presence of an electrolyte, causing the less noble metal (copper) to corrode.
2.Electrochemical Cell: Consider the setup as an electrochemical cell with copper, gold, and the surrounding environment acting as electrodes and
an electrolyte. This can help analyze the movement of ions and electrons leading to the growth of copper through the gold surface.
3.Electroplating: Understand the electroplating process used in PCB manufacturing, particularly how the layers of nickel and gold are plated onto the
copper layer. Electroplating involves the use of electrical current to deposit one metal onto another, which might be relevant to the growth of copper.
4.Electrolysis: Explore electrolysis principles, as the growth of copper through the gold surface might involve the movement of ions driven by
electrical potential differences.
5.Redox Reactions: Investigate redox reactions between copper and gold. Redox reactions involve the transfer of electrons between different
chemical species and can explain the transfer of copper ions from the copper layer to the gold surface.
6.Metallic Lattice Structure: Consider the lattice structure of copper and gold and how their atomic arrangements might interact when in contact,
potentially facilitating the movement of copper ions.
7.Diffusion: Study the principles of diffusion, which could explain the migration of copper ions through the gold layer over time.
8.Surface Chemistry: Examine the surface chemistry of gold and copper, especially the interactions between these metals at an atomic or molecular
level.
9.Corrosion Resistance of Gold: Explore the corrosion resistance of gold under different conditions, as this can shed light on why copper growth
occurred only on the gold surface.
10.Metallography: Apply metallographic analysis to understand the microstructure of the layers and any changes that might have occurred due to the
presence of copper growth.
Example of Prompt
Root Cause Analysis - AI
Response
Please analyze the potential root

cause(s) by; Root Cause
Analysis / in Tabulated format.
{Potential Root Cause Analysis is

associated with scientific principles.}
Comparison :
Root Cause Analysis - AI Response
{The potential Root Cause

Analysis depends solely on the
context of the prompt that we
provide.}
Example of Do you know 40 principles of TRIZ? /
Prompt If I ask you to select a principle which able to modify "coffee" and get
the result like "function of spoon", which principles above you might
“40 Principles” be select?
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Example of Prompt
Mechanism Oriented Search*
My problem-solving experience I would like to share with you; I once had a question about
feeding in a commercial fishpond that is raised to be used as food for humans. Good fish
farming (grow fast, get weight as needed, and loss during rearing) is required to provide
appropriate water management. no residual waste no water waste with good aeration. One of
the factors contributing to water pollution is fish feed. too much food or staying in the water for
too long will waste water if we put in too little food, the fish will grow slowly and not reach the
desired weight. While thinking about those methods, it was realized that there was a similar
"problem mechanism" that may be used to solve the problem, namely when a man is hungry
There will be a cry from the abdomen. At that time, it led to the question that when fish are
hungry. We can measure vocals or other different sounds. Caused by the behavior of fish that
are hungry or not. If measured, it will bring timely feeding. / Please find a new "problem
mechanism" in specific 5 technical systems and 3 natural systems that are similar to what
happens when a fish is hungry. in tabulated format.
Example of Prompt
Mechanism Oriented Search*
These examples
demonstrate how
various systems, both
technical and natural,
have developed
mechanisms to signal
the need for a specific
resource, similar to the
way a fish exhibits
behavior when it's
hungry.
Benefits of Generative AI in TRIZ
• Reduce the time and effort required to collect information.
• Expand the scope of information that can be collected.
• Generate new ideas that would not be possible to find using traditional
methods.
• Presents an opportunity to enhance existing TRIZ tools, such as

Mechanism Oriented Search, Problem Oriented Search etc..
Limitations of Generative AI
• The results of Generative AI are dependent on the quality of the data it is
trained on (Include “Prompt”).
• The results of Generative AI can be biased or inaccurate.
• Generative AI can be difficult to interpret and understand.
• Emphasize the importance of verifying results for accuracy.
Recommendations
Based on the research conducted and the insights gained from utilizing Generative AI in
conjunction with TRIZ tools, the following recommendations can be made:
• Utilize Comprehensive Resource Information: Employ resource-oriented information systems

like Function Analysis, CECA, and FOS to gather comprehensive data from various industrial
technology systems. This diverse information will aid in generating innovative ideas.
• Leverage Generative AI for Problem Solving: Take advantage of Generative AI's capabilities
to significantly reduce research time and provide access to previously challenging-to-find
information. Use Generative AI to conduct Problem Oriented Search, Key Disadvantages
Oriented Search, and Mechanism Oriented Search for enhanced problem-solving.
• Verify Accuracy: While Generative AI offers advantages, errors are possible. Verify the
accuracy of both prompts and the generated content before utilizing the information for
decision-making.
Conclusion
The integration of Generative AI with TRIZ tools offers a systematic and efficient
approach to problem-solving and idea generation. By combining the capabilities of
Generative AI with established resource information systems, researchers and
problem solvers can streamline the process of gathering relevant data. This leads to
quicker and more comprehensive insights, ultimately contributing to more effective
problem-solving outcomes.
In conclusion, the collaboration between Generative AI and TRIZ tools holds

significant promise for improving problem-solving efficiency, promoting cross-
industry insights, and driving innovation. By following a structured approach and
validating results, practitioners can harness the power of AI to augment their
problem-solving capabilities and achieve more successful outcomes.
Reference
1. https://learnprompting.org/
2. https://help.openai.com/en/
3. https://www.cloudskillsboost.google/paths/118
4. https://www.deeplearning.ai/short-courses/chatgpt-prompt-engineering-f
or-developers/
5. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/372760564_TRIZ_and_Genera
tive_AI_V20

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Leveraging Generative AI

as a resource for Information Retrieval in

• Generative AI stands out as a promising tool to tackle these challenges. It has

• [System] The second category, offer insights from analyzing existing

• [Search] The third category, research-based resources, provides a broader

• To address these challenges;

• How Generative AI can be used to retrieve information: by searching for

The process of instructing an AI

Few Shot Standard Prompts •https://learnprompting.org/

Zero-shot-COT : Zero Shot Chain of Thought

Generic Languages Model | these predict the next word based

Instruction Tuned | Trained to predict a response to the

Dialog Tuned | Trained to have a dialog by predicting the next

Chain of Thought Prompting (COT)

Component Resources Search

TRIZ Problem Solving Sci-Effect

The response of 1st -

[Problem Statement] : “PCB consists of layers 1. Polyamide 2. Copper 3. Nickel 4. Gold

[Instruction1] : Which physical or chemical principles/theories should we use to focus

Please analyze the potential root

{Potential Root Cause Analysis is

{The potential Root Cause

• Expand the scope of information that can be collected.

• Presents an opportunity to enhance existing TRIZ tools, such as

• The results of Generative AI can be biased or inaccurate.

• Generative AI can be difficult to interpret and understand.

• Emphasize the importance of verifying results for accuracy.

• Utilize Comprehensive Resource Information: Employ resource-oriented information systems

In conclusion, the collaboration between Generative AI and TRIZ tools holds

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