Cover of the TRAI2026 book featuring a dynamic network of interconnected innovation concepts.
Cover of the TRAI2026 book featuring a dynamic network of interconnected innovation concepts.

TRAI

Annual collective book series on innovation theory and applications.

Photo of the IFIP CAI research group collaborating at an international conference.
Photo of the IFIP CAI research group collaborating at an international conference.
Snapshot of a workshop session showcasing AI-supported innovation tools in action.
Snapshot of a workshop session showcasing AI-supported innovation tools in action.

About IFIP CAI Group

IFIP CAI is an international research group advancing innovation through computer-aided methods in engineering and science.

A diverse group of researchers collaborating over digital innovation tools in a modern lab setting.
A diverse group of researchers collaborating over digital innovation tools in a modern lab setting.
Our Mission
Research Focus

We focus on innovation engineering, TRIZ methodologies, and AI-supported innovation to drive scientific breakthroughs globally.

Our Services

Supporting IFIP CAI's mission with expert publishing and collaboration.

Publishing

Manage the annual TRAI series with Springer, ensuring high-quality scientific output.

Close-up of an open TRAI book edition with digital innovation graphics overlay.
Close-up of an open TRAI book edition with digital innovation graphics overlay.
Collaboration

Facilitating global partnerships among researchers in innovation engineering.

Organizing workshops and conferences to connect international experts in CAI.

Events
Researchers engaged in discussion during an IFIP CAI international workshop.
Researchers engaged in discussion during an IFIP CAI international workshop.
Visual representation of a global network connecting innovation researchers worldwide.
Visual representation of a global network connecting innovation researchers worldwide.