rd-direction-finder

Decompose technical problem statements into evidence-backed R&D directions with Markdown and HTML reports.

33|7|Updated Mar 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/patsnap/skills --skill rd-direction-finder
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Skill: rd-direction-finder
Source: https://github.com/patsnap/skills/tree/main/open-platform/rd-direction-finder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/patsnap/skills --skill rd-direction-finder

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires mistune, and includes scripts (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill turns a technical or engineering problem statement into structured research directions, helping you move from a vague need to actionable R&D paths.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Problem Decomposition: Breaks a project description into demand drivers, bottlenecks, and solution ideas.
  • Direction Generation: Identifies distinct technical challenges and maps them to multiple research directions.
  • Evidence-Grounded Reporting: Supports patent, paper, and web-based evidence collection and formats the findings into Markdown and HTML reports.
  • Use Case: Use it when you need to explain what R&D directions a team should explore for a new engineering or technology project.

Quick Start

Ask the rd-direction-finder skill to analyze your technical problem statement and produce up to 10 evidence-backed research directions with a report.

Frequently Asked Questions about rd-direction-finder

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate R&D directions from a technical problem statement?

To generate R&D directions from a technical problem statement, decompose the project description into demand drivers and bottlenecks, then map those technical challenges to multiple researchable directions. This process yields structured Markdown and HTML reports with evidence-backed summaries.

What is technology scouting and how does problem decomposition support it?

Technology scouting identifies new technical solutions by breaking down an engineering problem into demand drivers, bottlenecks, and solution ideas. This problem decomposition maps distinct technical challenges to multiple research directions for project planning.

How do I structure a literature review and patent search for engineering project planning?

Structure a literature review and patent search by synthesizing web, paper, and patent evidence into structured Markdown and HTML reports. This approach identifies researchable challenges and generates deterministic summaries with references for engineering scenarios.

Can I use patent and paper evidence to generate structured report generation for technology scouting?

Yes, you can use patent, paper, and web-based evidence collection to support structured report generation for technology scouting. This evidence-grounded reporting formats findings into Markdown and HTML outputs with deterministic summaries and references.

Does the generated research directions report include deterministic summaries and references?

Yes, the generated research directions report includes deterministic summaries and references. The output provides appendix-ready Markdown and HTML formats that synthesize patent, paper, and web evidence for engineering and project planning scenarios.

What is the best way to analyze a vague engineering problem for actionable research paths?

The best way to analyze a vague engineering problem is to decompose the statement into demand drivers, bottlenecks, and solution ideas. This maps distinct technical challenges to evidence-backed research directions, moving from a vague need to actionable R&D paths.