Research GroupsM2I – Engineering Methods for Innovation

M2I – Engineering Methods for Innovation

Scientific coordinator: Federico Rotini

The M2I research group focuses on developing tools and methodologies to systematically enhance the design and engineering of products and processes. Their work spans from technical innovation to business process reorganization, with a strong emphasis on creativity and user value. A central aspect of their research is the application of the TRIZ method, used to analyze technical problems and identify innovative solutions in a structured way. This is complemented by knowledge management techniques, such as automated patent analysis and the use of text mining tools to extract information from scientific and technical databases. At the same time, the group works on reorganizing business processes according to Value Innovation principles, identifying new product opportunities and optimizing production activities. Another key area of interest is computer-aided design, aimed at creating intelligent tools to support designers, especially in the conceptual design phase, and make product development more efficient, including the use of reverse engineering. The Laboratory for Methods and Techniques for Innovation (LMTI) represents the operational core of these activities, combining scientific research with industrial applications to promote systematic innovation.