The Patented Technology Innovation
Portfolio on Remanufacturing
in Circular Economy Using TRIZ
Muhammad Saqib Iqbal and Zulhasni Abdul Rahim
Abstract A “circular economy” is an idea that many people have floated to maintain
economic growth without causing harm to ecosystems or using up nonrenewable
resources. The remanufacturing process extends the time a product or component
may be used effectively. Even though it benefits the economy, the environment, and
society, remanufacturing has to be improved in terms of supply, production time,
and quality. In addition, a typical reference list can only include a certain number of
patented materials, but it is still possible to review the relevant published work. This
study utilises the PLR and TRIZ methods (Theory of Inventive Problem Solving).
TRIZ is a method that examines the progression of technical advances for patterns
and anomalies to come up with novel ideas. TRIZ in the patent literature review
(PLR) has the potential to foster invention by methodically searching the patent
library for novel concepts and improvements. Refurbishing a device with a patent on
it allowed the present case study to demonstrate the potential of circular economies
and remanufacturing practices in facilitating sustainable energy and environmental
cleanliness.
Keywords TRIZ · Remanufacturing · Patented technology
M. S. Iqbal (B) · Z. A. Rahim
Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Jalan Sultan
Yahya Petra, Kampung Datuk Keramat, 54100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
e-mail: s.iqbal@graduate.utm.my
Z. A. Rahim
e-mail: zulhasni@utm.my
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