The role and place of intuitive thinking in engineering creativity

Abstract

The article discusses the issue of using intuitive thinking in engineering creativity, which is rarely found in publications. Recognizing the mystery of the phenomenon of intuition, the authors draw attention to the fact that from a practical point of view, society quite willingly and frequently uses this phenomenon in engineering activities as the main element of creativity. Given the increasing role of intuitive thinking in engineering creativity, the authors suggest the reader discussing the feasibility of formulating a special journal section in the form of a «round table». The attempts of Western philosophers to divide people into «creative» and «recreative» to a certain extent are similar to a kind of racism — it should be clearly and definitely considered that by nature all people are the same in terms of the ability to think intuitively. At the same time, it should be taken into account that in practice, differences in upbringing, place in the social environment and other conditions lead to the fact that not all people realize the ability to make intuitive decisions in life; this must be taken into account when plans are made to attract people to participate in creative activities based on intuitive thinking. In a visual form, this is evident when the results of automation in the process of labor transformation are evaluated. The article purposefully discusses the rarely encountered topic of using intuitive thinking in practical activities. The readers have the opportunity to discuss their prospective participation in the «round table» dedicated to the development of engineering creativity.