Apply the solution concept to solving other problems:
a) Formulate a general Solution Principle.
b) Consider direct application of the Solution Principle to other problem solving.
c) Consider applying the opposite Principle to other problems.
d) Create a morphological matrix (e.g. "parts location" versus "phase states of the product" or "applied fields" versus "phase states of the environment", etc.) that includes all possible modification of the solution concept, and consider every combination produced by the matrix.
e) Consider the modifications to the Solution Principle that would result from changing the dimensions of the system or its main parts, imaging the result if dimensions were to approach zero or stretch toward infinity.
44. If the purpose of work is not just solving a particular technical problem, careful following step 8.3 might initiate the development of a general theory based on the Solution Principle.