Encyclopedic dictionary / Edited by . A. and . Half, W. In. Popova . - M. : NGO "Inform-Systema", 1995. - 408 s. : il. Information about the laws and patterns of development of technical systems, heuristic methods, techniques, tactics . The encyclopedic dictionary includes more than 500 concepts and terms that reveal the main aspects of individual and collective technical creativity, its methodological, information support and computer support. Information about the laws and patterns of development of technical systems , Heuristic methods , Receptions , Tactics and Strategies , Methods of evaluation and selection of design solutions , How to Overcome Mental Barriers , Foundations of Invention and Patenting , methods and means of developing creative abilities , The moral aspects of technical creativity . The annexes provide information of interest to practitioners. The book is designed for a wide range of readers: scientists, engineers, teachers, graduate students, students .