Air-Treating Devices TRIZ Cases

A single chiller links battery and motor coolant loops to recover waste heat, cut thermal system complexity, and improve cabin heating.

See how a non-conductive coating on PTC contact plates prevents moisture and contaminant short

See how a vehicle air conditioning system uses refrigerant and outdoor air heat exchangers with

See how a pre-configured mounting plate with standardized apertures simplifies compressor insta

See how switching to inside air and reducing refrigerant flow during defrosting cuts energy con

See how controlled defrosting limits melt water discharge beneath vehicles using hydrophilic co

See how a soundproofing housing integrates mounting interfaces to enable simultaneous air flow

See how a single longitudinal baffle guides air to tubular channels, reducing turbulence and en

See how a secondary circuit with pump-controlled heat medium thermally couples two internal hea

See how infrared radiation heaters integrated in transparent piping reduce energy consumption a

See how a heating device uses night-mode parameter sets to limit power levels and adjust blower

See how a temperature-controlled cargo sensor activates only above freezing and uses defroster

Side-mounted dissipating elements keep the heat exchange surface clean, preventing precipitate buildup, overheating, and heater damage in EVs.

When a vehicle docks to a building, integrated control shares thermal loads, selects air circulation modes, and cuts energy use.

By extending the sprue into heat transfer ribs, this casting process fills heater housing molds quickly and uniformly without bulky flow passages.

See how a single guiding means following a C-shaped path enables precise airflow direction in v

See how a filter block positioned downstream of the heat exchanger outlet captures sub-60µm par

See how variable-speed compressor and blower control adjusts sensible heat ratio to maintain co

See how a unified refrigerant-coolant circuit reduces energy use by capturing drive waste heat

See how an HVAC controller validates sensors by checking compressor inactivity, running maximum

See how segmented fuel cell stacks and independent fuel canisters with isolation valves enable

See how a power converter uses dual operation modes and integrated heating to recover waste hea

See how dynamic bypass of the intermediate heat exchanger reduces compressor suction superheat

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See how separate vapor and liquid injection ports with dynamic flow control maintain compressor

See how a foldable baffle blank with angle selector blocks undesired air flow paths in refriger

Two separate diesel heating assemblies in one housing keep each engine below the DEF threshold while maintaining air heating capacity.

See how non-corrosive glycol-water heat transfer and aluminum enclosures with ribbed surfaces r

See how a single operation lever controls both wind direction and damper flow rate through inte

See how an adapter frame with window and truss structure positions the evaporator section outsi

See how pressure sensors and delta-value analysis enable real-time refrigerant diagnostics duri

See how fixed angled vanes and an internal gate regulate airflow direction and volume, enabling

See how a waterproof part with discharge port and guide structure prevents external liquids fro

See how partitioned air passageways with separate indoor and outdoor blowers reduce manufacturi

See how a battery-powered heat pump with waste-heat recovery replaces engine-idle HVAC in truck

See how active refrigerant flow rate control prevents oil stagnation in parallel cooling heat e

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See how pivotable flaps with counterweight resetting open downward to direct exhaust gases away

See how a three-point bearing system with radial and axial elements compensates for pin unround

A dual-evaporator vehicle cabin thermal loop sustains heating, dehumidification, and defrosting while preventing frost blockage at low temperatures.

See how bulkhead segmentation and venting structures contain refrigerant leaks in evaporator co

A refrigerant collector and pump stabilize liquid flow to lower-capacity parallel evaporators, preventing local overheating in vehicle chillers.

See how a multi-layer stack suppresses solar radiation absorption while facilitating mid-IR the

See how merging battery, motor, and heat pump circuits into one coolant loop reduces system com

See how an integral hard seal structure eliminates rubber rings, balances pressure, and prevent

See how a reservoir integrating phase change material capsules provides thermal storage, surge

See how merging battery cooling into the heat pump refrigerant path eliminates the separate chi

Special no-passenger HVAC runs create comparable fleet data, improving abnormal state detection across railway vehicles.

Using one chiller and one valve, this vehicle heat pump reuses battery and electrical waste heat for cabin heating with less complexity and noise.

Routing conditioned exhaust air through the outdoor heat exchanger improves fresh-air ventilation efficiency and cuts HVAC energy use.

Recirculation plus an ambient extractor port helps vehicle heat pumps maintain cabin heating in cold weather and reject excess heat under high loads.

A rotatable multi-port valve replaces multiple coolant valves, simplifying vehicle thermal routing while preserving flexible work modes.

A peripheral aerator outlet uses the Coanda effect to preserve directional cabin airflow while freeing trim space for larger vehicle displays.

Intermittent main slits and sub slits let a woven airbag heater split with the cover door during inflation, avoiding cover redesign.

Automatic vent control switches between direct and indirect airflow by vehicle state or user input to improve cabin comfort in slim dashboards.

Sensor-based object detection lowers cab sound levels when nearby personnel or hazards are identified, improving operator awareness with less distraction.

Maintaining a speed differential between dual cooling fans cuts noise and vibration while meeting vehicle heat rejection demand.

A rear ambient-air circuit recovers cabin exhaust heat through a heat pump, improving vehicle temperature control without adding a separate rear heat exchanger.

Spark cycles heat the exhaust pipe while ionization current at the spark plug confirms combustion without extra temperature or mixture sensors.

Pressure maps from the seat cushion and back estimate clothing insulation, allowing thermal effectors to deliver more personalized comfort.

Parallel coolant loops with three-way valves replace series thermal paths, giving EV battery, motor, and HVAC circuits precise temperature control.

A transparent ITO film detects condensate by impedance change and heats only on demand to keep vehicle optical sensors clear.

Floatable valve elements keep natural ventilation active in dry conditions and automatically block water entry to prevent interior moisture buildup.

Radar-based occupant sensing detects breathing, position, and occupant type to trigger safer airbag deployment and cabin cooling for unattended children.

One chiller, a battery heater, and two valves manage battery and cabin heat in one coolant loop, cutting layout complexity and space use.

Larger-diameter intake and discharge refrigerant pipe sections cut pressure loss in multi-heat-exchanger vehicle HVAC layouts and help sustain compressor output.

Dynamic heat-exhaust suppression shifts airflow priority to the low-temperature circuit, preventing cooling shortfalls in a shared vehicle radiator.

One chiller and a battery heater manage battery and cabin heat through single-valve coolant paths, cutting layout complexity and power use.

Internal high-pressure forming and press soldering split one channel structure into cooling and stiffening paths for uniform battery temperatures and plate rigidity.

Monitors driver condition and adapts cabin settings and speech cues to improve alertness, safety, and in-vehicle comfort.

Airflow created when a movable interior part transforms activates a fragrance carrier in a cavity for brief, effective vehicle fragrancing.

A dual-side distribution plate layout simplifies coolant module assembly while keeping vehicle thermal management hardware compact.

A flow channel plate integrates pumps, valves, and heat exchangers to cut vehicle thermal-management space, piping, and cost.

Encapsulating wire-based functional elements within vehicle trim avoids interference with rear fixing protrusions while preserving strength and simpler molding.

Exchangeable fan modules let a vehicle air conditioning unit adapt noise and efficiency without replacing the full housing.

A roof-lining UV sterilizer opens only after occupants exit, keeping interior surfaces sterilized without exposing the light source in normal use.

Temperature-based pump stopping prevents refrigerant heat loss to the second coolant and improves cabin heating in a vehicle heat exchanger.

A roof-mounted battery and liquid heat exchange plate reclaim battery heat for cabin warming while improving bus space use and safety.

Partitioned heating and cooling zones with separate control valves improve dual-zone temperature accuracy and cut vehicle HVAC energy use.

Separate engine and electrical cooling loops use tailored airflow and convection paths to manage mixed heat loads in hybrid utility vehicles.

A solar aggressiveness factor scales HVAC solar offset using cabin temperature and solar load to avoid abrupt discharge changes near the setpoint.

Navigation-based precooling lowers EV powertrain temperature before high-load driving to avoid power limits and cut cooling energy use.

Refrigerant pressure and driving-state inputs guide ITM valve opening to limit cooling water temperature rise and maintain vehicle cooling.

An external cooling unit condenses tank fuel vapour into liquid fuel, cutting canister size, cost, and packaging burden while meeting emissions rules.

A low-speed pre-run limits compressor output after long vehicle inactivity so oil can return and prevent sticking and damage.

A single-piece 3D-printed dashboard integrates fluid ducts in a lacunary structure to cut assembly complexity and reduce weight.

Continuous and discontinuous ribs guide coolant across both plate sides, preventing air pockets and improving battery temperature uniformity.

An anti-scratch protrusion and guide groove prevent rear wing rubbing, reduce knob shake, and give clearer air vent operation.

A modular automated line assembles and tests refrigerant and cooling-water sides separately to raise heat pump throughput and quality.

Pre-closing the expansion valve before mode switching suppresses refrigerant carryover to the compressor while maintaining vehicle heating.

High-volume blower airflow and evaporative mist give motorcycle riders effective cooling with low power draw and flexible vehicle mounting.

Interior temperature is checked before a planned trip, then the user can authorize remote HVAC start to avoid entering an overheated or cold vehicle.

A motion-powered jet pump replaces the discharge fan in vehicle HVAC, cutting ventilation energy use while maintaining cabin air exchange.

A dielectric evaporative cooling loop keeps traction battery cells within temperature limits while preserving electrical insulation and high heat transfer.

A modular channel layout lets EV thermal modules switch from non-heat pump to heat pump routing with minimal added weight and cost.

An interior camera tracks a hand near the vent and actuates baffles to redirect airflow without requiring drivers to look away.

A roof-hatch cooling module frees cab space while cooling autonomous truck control units without obstructing driver comfort or visibility.

Combining the drive motor and air conditioning unit in one front housing cuts mounting parts, simplifies EV assembly, and reuses motor heat.