Agricultural Machines TRIZ Cases

A resettable plow bottom uses a spring mechanism to automatically reengage after striking an obstacle during field operations.

A spring-loaded idler arm with a ratchet mechanism maintains optimal chain tension, eliminating manual adjustments and preventing drive failures.

Inverting wing frame folding direction reduces transport height and width while eliminating complex telescoping hitch mechanisms.

Control unit regulates tire pressure via selectable strategies to balance soil compaction against fuel efficiency.

A method calculates payload weight using power lift link angles and holding forces with minimal sensors.

A trailer saddle actuator moves adjustable saddles simultaneously via a telescoping rod, eliminating manual alignment delays and improving loading safety.

Segmented housing halves with locking lips and internal bearing members secure the guard while allowing rapid access to the shaft end yoke.

An elevated paddle sensor detects crop rows via lateral forces to prevent false readings from distorted furrows and debris.

Sequential fluid distribution via a progressive distributor eliminates leakage inaccuracy and cost penalties of gear dividers.

A grass cutter controller calculates remaining work duration by detecting battery consumption and level.

Independent lift and tilt cylinders adjust multi-section cutting platforms to follow ground contours, reducing missed crop material.

The system resolves fixed vacuum inefficiencies during turns by dynamically adjusting fan speed via ground speed sensors, improving seed metering reliability.

A unitary chassis with three rotating arms reduces part count, lowering device complexity while maintaining structural strength for versatile tractor mounting.

A row cleaner assembly uses a pivoting translator member to adjust wheel penetration depth for varying soil conditions.

Segmenting the header allows transport within roadway width limits while maintaining wide harvesting efficiency through removable side sections.

Parallel alignment of distribution devices with conveyors maintains permissible width without heavy force-absorbing actuators.

Load sensors feed draft load data to a computing system that calculates dynamic minimum load thresholds based on soil conditions to detect plugged disks.

Draper conveyors pull lateral sections into alignment during operation, eliminating separate folding mechanisms and reducing mechanical complexity.

Variable elasticity leaf springs compensate for offset positioning in seed drills, maintaining uniform contact forces across all row units.

Double-rod cylinders in wing sections enable independent lifting, reducing hydraulic circuit complexity and implement weight.

A hydraulic upper link connects a tractor drawbar to a soil tillage three-point tower, generating tensile force.

An elastic rubber element in a drive coupler compensates for angular and length deviations, eliminating wear from sliding profile connections.

Trapezoidal four-bar linkage positions the instantaneous center behind and above ground to enable dynamic mower movement.

Load cell feedback controls hydraulic cylinders to adjust implement weight transfer, reducing soil compaction from uneven load distribution.

Direct optical measurement of individual plowshare positions replaces complex mechanical sensors, preventing engine stalling in varying soil conditions.

A tractor three-point link mechanism uses an interlocking swing arm to amplify load receiver movement for precise work apparatus control.

A predictive crop state map uses in-situ sensor data to generate real-time field maps.

Imaging device detects attachment position to guide tractor trajectory, eliminating manual adjustments and misalignment during three-point linkage coupling.

Over-centre spring mechanism holds PTO shaft guard in retracted and extended positions, eliminating rattling during operation.

Replacing mechanical linkages with magnetic attraction eliminates wear and compatibility issues while ensuring secure attachment.

Repositioning lift cylinders vertically above wing sections via a bell crank preserves row unit space and enables efficient folding.

Control systems detect speed changes and activate actuators to adjust implement position, reducing inertia forces on components.

Transmitting coils in a connection panel send unique identifiers to receiving coils in hose couplers, eliminating complex bidirectional data transmission.

Header floatation springs link to an adjustable skid shoe array, enabling tool-free height changes while maintaining consistent force.

A universal hitch attachment uses a power-operated actuator to displace an implement laterally relative to a vehicle.

An inertial measurement unit detects upper carriage rotation to enable precise torque demand calculation for hydraulic excavators.

Automated switching between preselected power level ranges reduces fuel consumption and pollutant emissions during varying agricultural tasks.

Dynamic elastomeric suspension absorbs transport weight while minimizing operational bounce to ensure reliable tine engagement.

Preload assembly biases tillage shank to loaded position, eliminating initial deflection oscillation that causes inconsistent cutting depth.

Hydraulic fluid pressure moves the housing to disengage the clutch pack, preventing motor damage during high rotational velocity operation.

Double-acting hydraulic cylinders maintain constant roller pressure to resolve structural stress and user comfort trade-offs during uneven terrain operation.

A hydraulic system adjusts cylinder pressure via fluid addition or draining to maintain constant ground contact force.

A dual-axis tine actuation mechanism positions a weed removal tool vertically and horizontally to target specific plants.

Segmented hydraulic cylinders adjust ground engaging tool depths independently through electronically controlled valves.

Segmented hollow axle stubs with slanted flange faces replace complex bent beams to improve manufacturing precision and reduce assembly errors.

A signal processing unit automatically adjusts lighting and mirrors based on operating conditions to reduce driver workload and improve visibility.

Segmented and hinged intake air ducts maintain optimal airflow while allowing heat exchangers to move between operating and cleaning positions.

Segmented engagement portions with V-shaped teeth prevent breaking from tangling and vibrations while allowing easy cleaning in dirty environments.

An adjustable wheel spacing mechanism shifts tire position normal to travel direction, reducing premature failure from sharp crop stubble contact.