 | Analyzing the display revealed a number of interesting laws which are not always obvious. |
 | We can analyze a selected structure and search for transformation alternatives by using analogy with transformations of another structure which has been more thoroughly elaborated. |
 | Tool for generating and selecting concepts on the basis of trends of engineering systems evolution. |
 | The methodology of forecasting engineering system evolution based on the “transformation tree” in combination with the functional approach. It is useful for by-passing patents and designing new products. |