Artificial Islands TRIZ Cases

A floating pontoon supports a marine structure while underwater pillars bear its weight during vertical separation.

Fiber-reinforced polymer arch segments transfer vertical loads through lateral members to create a rapidly deployable structural system.

Buoyancy-biased valves inject pressurized fluid to reduce suction forces during jack-up leg extraction, eliminating high-pressure jetting systems.

Rotatable compression arms in a modular cap repair assembly restore load-bearing capacity without requiring heavy machinery or specialized tooling.

Rotatable cam locks clamp manhole covers against frames, preventing unauthorized removal and ensuring watertight seals under severe environmental conditions.

Replacing spacer rings, a vertical compression sleeve fixes casting elevation and maintains structural rigidity against backfill pressure.

Segmented support bases resist ice loads while the drilling unit remains reusable, lowering development costs for marginal offshore locations.

A manhole cover latch assembly uses a slidable bar and padlock to secure the cover against unauthorized removal.

Outwardly moveable clamping members grip the inside surface of a subsea pile to secure an offshore structure.

Elastic latching connections replace complex screw mechanisms, reducing maintenance needs and installation time.

Segmenting the support ring into a universal base and form-fit insert blocks reduces variant storage while maintaining cover surface uniformity.

A rotatable plug body with a slit membrane seals inspection holes, preventing toxic gas release during maintenance access.

A hybrid manhole cover uses a composite portion to transmit wireless signals while maintaining structural integrity.

Lifting a well curb over a compressible cushion allows casting material injection that prevents road settlement and reduces renovation time.

An adapter arrangement spaces new liners from old bottoms, avoiding costly removal of existing structures while ensuring reliable sealing.

An elastomeric gasket seals a hatch door against a frame bracket, preventing water and dust intrusion into underground enclosures.

Segmented wire walls and rigid coupling members resolve deformation and alignment issues in dry stone wall construction.

A wind turbine tower transition body connects lattice and tubular sections via a truncated cone shell welded to corner posts.

Angled blades on guide posts engage pile guides to permit vertical movement, accommodating changing water levels while maintaining horizontal stability.

Standardizing cavern groups and adit systems reduces construction time and costs by minimizing irregular terrain disruption and hidden risks.

Radial bolt fingers engage inclined ramps to eliminate rolling noise and maintain sealing integrity despite elastic support wear.

Separating the regasification unit from the floating storage vessel stabilizes operations and prevents high-pressure gas leaks.

A mobile offshore energy platform uses distributed interface points to connect offloading units for efficient power export.

An extendable riser pipe with a retaining gasket adjusts manhole frame height without disassembly, preventing debris ingress.

Actuator bolts rotate locking members between positions, restricting unauthorized access while improving durability.

Integrated rotating brushes and a skirt guide removed matter into a collection system, preventing spread into surrounding water.

A resilient elongated member clamps ladder positioning brackets against passageway walls without penetrating the surface.

Modular mudmat reinforcement restores pile anchor load capacity without replacing components, reducing operational disruption.

Supporting towers and clamps secure legs in final positions, reducing manual handling of heavy components and improving worker safety.

Segmented housing design eliminates deep excavation requirements while maintaining concealment for hunters in varied soil conditions.

A self-adjusting hydraulic penetrating device maintains a constant gravity center using movable balance weights and adjustable jacks.

Integrated locking and preloading elements enable automated extraction of worn roller cutters, eliminating manual positioning errors in confined spaces.

An autonomous control system manages ballast distribution to position a concrete caisson on the seabed, eliminating reliance on external tugboats.

An elevated T-shaped counterfort beam extends into backfill to support wall panels via a face joint member.

Functionalized polyolefin casings form chemical bonds with reinforcing fibers, preventing degradation and slippage in alkaline embankment soils.

Disconnected secondary members transmit loads through fill material, reducing tension on facing connections and lowering corrosion risks.

A height adjustable device pit uses mating screw threads on housing sections to enable vertical movement along a longitudinal axis.

Guiding means rigidly hold elongated support structures to prevent collisions and seabed interference during lifting operations.

A crimped connection system engages soil mat ends with anchors via a locking member to secure precast concrete panels.

Segmented connectors with pre-tensioned studs resist shear forces at mechanically stabilized earth interfaces, ensuring structural integrity.

Composite shear connectors anchor building panels with metal hooks and insulating bases to reduce thermal bridging between structural members.

Inclined support struts with arcuate curved sections connect via plate elements to distribute vertical and lateral loads across the foundation.

Composite cylindrical legs increase moment of inertia to withstand global and local ice forces while enabling efficient relocation.

A submersible barge uses additive manufacturing to fabricate cementitious bodies on a floating deck.

A large-diameter offshore monopile foundation uses internal grouting to fill the annular gap between the pile and drilled rock holes.

Self-similar conductor patterns on a prismatic dielectric extend communication distance and reduce power consumption in constrained manhole environments.

A planetary differential gear synchronizes pinion speeds and loads, resolving complexity issues in offshore drilling rig raising systems.

Interior floor supports anchor sheet piling walls, eliminating exterior anchors that restrict site access and delay projects.

Segmented shell elements telescope along the leader to isolate noise while maintaining easy handling of elongate elements.