Break through traditional thinking and engage in exhibition activities

The reverse thinking method is a method of discovering innovation. By thinking about the known things in the opposite direction, we can find a brand-new way of invention conception. From the perspective of function, structure and causality, we can easily realize reverse thinking. This paper will introduce two kinds of reverse thinking to help readers better understand this way of thinking.

Subvert tradition and seek innovation.

The reverse thinking method seeks innovative ideas by subverting the traditional way of thinking. For example, the smokeless fish frying pan sold well in the market changes the heat source of the traditional fish frying pan from the bottom to the top. This kind of innovation is the embodiment of reverse thinking.

Change the reverse thinking and break through the predicament

Transformational reverse thinking is a way to get a breakthrough by changing the angle of thinking or adopting different solutions when facing problems. For example, the story of Sima Guang smashing a jar to save a drowning child is a typical example. Unable to save people directly, Sima Guang chose to break the cylinder, thus successfully solving the problem. This converted reverse thinking method allows us to find a new solution in the predicament.