ch. 1. Why do peole seek new ways to solve problems? -- ch. 2. Constructing the new model for problem solving : moving from the problem to the ideal final result -- ch. 3. Clarify the tradeoff behind a problem -- ch. 4. Moving from tradeoff to inherent contradiction -- ch. 5. Mapping of invisible reserves -- ch. 6. The impossible often is possible : how to increase the ideality of the system -- ch. 7. How to separate the best from the rest : a simple and effective tool for evaluation of solutions -- ch. 8. Enriching the model for problem solving -- ch. 9. Patterns are powerful tools for system development -- ch. 10. Principles for innovation : 40 ways to create good solutions -- ch. 11. Evaluation of the model for problem solving -- ch. 12. How to improve business with TRIZ -- ch. 13. Using TRIZ with the theory of constraints -- ch. 14. Using TRIZ with six sigma and other quality improvement systems -- ch. 15. Book summary : creative problem solving in a nutshell -- ch. 16. Get started

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