Building Repairs TRIZ Cases

A wall brace system uses a hydraulic jack to shift leaning foundation walls back to vertical alignment.

Multi-layer pervious concrete uses a binder layer to maintain structural integrity while achieving high water percolation rates.

Coordinated drive control maintains constant cradle orientation, resolving operator complexity and improving safety without mechanical linkages.

A prefabricated foundation frame with pre-measured dimensions and mounting points supports elevator installation.

Segmented centering and guide wheel mechanisms enable uniform flowable material deposition in offset chimneys without complex liner removal.

Thermal contraction of the coupling rod enables reversible disassembly, allowing concrete units to be reused without damage.

A blasting system uses wireless networks to register detonators automatically.

Extruded composite steps merge structural and connection elements, cutting installation costs and part counts.

Embedded sensors on a repair strap detect stress and strain changes, eliminating manual inspection needs.

Interlocking engagement members apply constant pressure to window film, preventing lateral motion and dislodgement under impact forces.

Surface grooves embed fiber bundles with adhesive to eliminate protrusions and prevent water accumulation on reinforced structures.

Segmented jacks and bracing distribute thrust to reduce equipment count while protecting components from high stress.

Acute angled polymeric foundation bodies replace labor-intensive concrete forms, enabling simultaneous inspection and backfilling to reduce construction delays.

Nested connectors join glass and structural panels without drilling, reducing installation complexity.

Retaining members on the connector hold settable material in place, preventing ejection under vehicle loads and maintaining structural homogeneity.

A fiber-reinforced polymer anchoring system secures external tensile reinforcement to structural elements using a composite metallic and polymer interface.

Segmented bacterial healing agents in flexible capsules restore concrete reliability without compromising workability or strength.

Attaching a UHPC shell and filling the cavity with bonding agent stops chloride intrusion while restoring structural integrity.

Structural ribs engage with coupling channels to maintain load-bearing capacity while gaps allow debris passage.

Segmented base plate, arc handle, and perpendicular wrist support reduce grip pressure to prevent muscle strain during mud pan use.

Vacuum pressure draws grout through the fabric sock, eliminating air pockets and ensuring complete hole filling without damaging the structure.

A gapped-inclined brace system transmits axial forces only after column deformation closes the gap.

A hinge connecting arm links lower and upper portions to maintain the structural foot after cutting.

A slide beam system pulls pre-fabricated enclosures off semi-trailers while coordinated hydraulic jack units lower the structures onto foundations.

A diagonal rebar positioner uses an S-shaped center section to stabilize reinforcement within masonry block cores.

Cable suspension moves a sensor housing across building facades, eliminating fall hazards while enabling detailed analysis.

Tapered recesses and a rotating rod allow flexible alignment of precast concrete panels, reducing assembly complexity while maintaining structural integrity.

Separable cover plates on a shear link enable rapid replacement of deformed components, reducing maintenance costs and time compared to full damper swaps.

Composite panel system uses hardened aggregate fill to mechanically bond and protect deteriorating base walls from corrosion.

A one-sided self-supporting formwork system uses integrated vertical and horizontal members to hold concrete.

A dual-stage plug assembly uses an insertion member and a water-expandable expansion member to seal holes in basement walls.

Segmented connectors reduce installation time while maintaining anchoring strength against axial loads.

Flat fuses connect to steel tubes via bolts, enabling quick replacement of damaged segments without welding.

An electrokinetic method drives charged nanoparticles into cementitious concrete to form strong reaction phases.

A blasting device registers multiple detonators using a key value shared with operator trackers and pre-stored pattern data.

Alternating risers and treads form self-supporting step structures, eliminating cluttered stringers while maintaining structural reliability.

Composite repair material cures at -25°C, resolving the contradiction between low curing temperature and insufficient compressive strength.