Braking Element Arrangements TRIZ Cases

An axially movable seal shifts with pressure conditions to separate pressure zones during braking and allow controlled leakage flow when equalization is needed.

A notched disc with three independent braking devices improves in-wheel brake reliability while simplifying electric utility vehicle drivetrains.

A cabin-side brake caliper automatically locks boarding bridge pivoting after drive train failure to prevent dangerous pendulum movement.

When auxiliary braking is insufficient downhill, a threshold-based downshift raises braking power and reduces service brake wear.

A gear-driven lock rotor and key replace brakes and solenoids to hold rotary actuators reliably despite contamination, size, and weight limits.

A controller switches from electromagnetic braking to mechanical braking during faults and low-speed stopping to cut brake size and maintain control.

An elastic link retracts the brake piston after braking, cutting pad wear, energy loss, noise, and hydraulic line complexity.

Wood-metal hybrid brake parts cut caliper weight and unsprung mass while preserving stiffness and improving NVH performance.

A worm shaft support secures the ball bearing under axial load, preserving rolling efficiency and brake actuator durability.

Moving the parking brake to the power extraction unit shrinks the transmission and simplifies maintenance while preserving 2WD/4WD switching.

Bearing-force sensing on brake shoes enables accurate calculation of braking torque and clamping force for automated drum brake control.

Hidden torque offset and brake fluid pressurization let a stolen vehicle drive normally at first, then fade braking to stop theft without obvious wheel lock.

A through-hole in the vehicle undercover exposes the parking lock release unit, enabling manual unlocking without jacking or part removal.

Speed-based retarder cutoff during low-speed shifts reduces driveline jerk, improves driver comfort, and helps avoid service brake overheating.

A recessed pad guide and elastically fitting pad spring raise contact rigidity, restrict pad vibration, and suppress slight-pressure brake squeal.

A dual-driver brake uses a parking gear, constraint part, and locking part to hold parking force after power is cut off.

Variable front-rear brake bias improves perceived deceleration and onboard security across low and medium braking ranges.

Bent spring arms and an elastic body return the brake pad after release, reducing disk drag while simplifying assembly and maintenance.

Guide pins inside the brake dust collector housing steer dust to a smaller detachable filter, limiting backflow, emissions, and filter cost.

A melting thermal fuse releases a pawl to disconnect an overheating rotor disc, limiting torque transfer and reducing aircraft brake fire risk.

When service brake use rises on downhill roads, the control system downshifts to boost auxiliary braking and limit brake wear.

A segmented retraction spring restores brake pad position after release, preventing disk drag while simplifying assembly and material use.

Adjustable nut positions and spring-return pistons help equalize brake pad pressure, cut drag torque, and maintain disk-to-pad spacing.

A friction member brakes the differential assembly and connecting shaft independently, holding the vehicle when the primary brake actuator is inactive.

Precalculated brake handover timing uses speed, mass, deceleration, and delay data to maximize electric braking while keeping mechanical braking precise.

Motor current monitoring flags missing clamp force early, warning the driver before full brake failure detection is complete.

An integrated brake rotor and shaft coupling cuts gear noise, preserves compact packaging, and stabilizes braking in power transmission units.

Outer circumferential frame portions shield the brake pad support area from snow intrusion, preventing brake malfunction and deformation.

Brake discs route axial force through the distributor to the rotor, improving brake transfer reliability while removing springs or bulkheads.

Dual-stage deceleration adjusts speed near blind spots by comparing estimated and detected moving body types to avoid harsh braking.

Curved slots and actuator-driven pins lock a rotating shaft without full stoppage, cutting complexity and cost versus friction or tooth-based locks.

Priority-based brake allocation favors regenerative braking while limiting steer-by-brake, improving stability, brake life, and EV range.

An angle gear with a flat wheel pair reorients the motor and gearbox axes to cut drum brake actuator footprint and improve layout flexibility.

Local wheel controllers resolve brake-motor torque and recuperation conflicts, reducing central control complexity while meeting target split demands.

Offset air-discharge grooves linked by a passage groove simplify brake nut machining while preserving piston air release and reducing defects.

A dedicated safety valve actuates quick air bleed for hydrodynamic brake pressure lines, cutting bleed time while preserving fail-safe shutdown.

A housing cutout lets authorized technicians mechanically open a blocked electromechanical parking brake after electrical faults, avoiding towing.

A guide pin and locking structure stop piston shaft rotation, enabling an integrated electronic parking brake without bolt deformation.

A circular metal-rubber shim decouples axle and brake drum vibrations to reduce squeal noise and improve braking stability.

Independent wheel calipers and a pump manifold adjust trailer braking to load, reducing jerking, wheel lock, and tow-vehicle brake strain.

Multiple air discharge grooves linked by an air passage groove let a brake piston nut vent trapped air despite groove offset, cutting machining defects.

A pull-wire-linked parking cam lets drivers mechanically unlock the brake from inside the cab when motor power is off, improving safety and comfort.

A friction brake placed between the motor and axle differential provides adjustable parking torque without a pawl or separate brake.

Force-sensor feedback replaces motor-current estimation to hold target brake clamping force and stabilize parking actuator engagement.

A modular pawl-and-ratchet hub separates the transmission assembly from the sprocket carrier to improve servicing, alignment, and durability.

A grooved gear, pivoting detent, actuator, and elastic member stop reverse rotation and prevent unintended parking brake release.

Radial-clearance pin mounting with rippled locking surfaces corrects drum brake misalignment, reducing wear, vibration, and braking instability.

A pivoting lock engages concave wheel-face positions to secure shared-axle wheels with lower part count, easier assembly, and simple release.

Axial brake drum positioning between the inboard wheel and hub simplifies service and improves load and torque distribution.

Sequential brake control aligns and engages the lock mechanism to hold braking force without motor power while improving parking brake transitions.