Classification of Geometric Effects Based on the 40 Inventive Principles

Despite the significant potential of elasticity in mechanical design, a unified methodological framework for selecting and implementing compliant mechanisms and other elastic structures remains elusive for practitioners. This work addresses this gap by compiling a comprehensive library of structures and mechanisms, integrating compliant mechanisms, origami-inspired designs, met-amaterial-based solutions, and advancements in 4D and multi-material printing. This collection offers a broad perspective on the diverse possibilities of elastic elements. Recognizing the need for a systematic approach, we propose a method for navigating this database, grounded in the application of 40 TRIZ inventive principles. This framework aims to assist designers in both understanding the ef-ficacy of elastic mechanical parts and identifying suitable concepts for functional modification. Future work will explore the integration of Large Language Models (LLMs) for enhanced database querying and exploration.