Circuit Elements TRIZ Cases

See how a single fluidic oscillator with branched flow paths generates multiple pulsating jets

Apex and finger protrusions stabilize vortices in a fluidic oscillator nozzle, improving cold high-viscosity spray uniformity and fan angle.

An apex protrusion and finger extensions stabilize vortices and limit jet diffusion, improving cold-temperature spray uniformity in nozzle assemblies.

Air flow through the contact member creates a stable clearance above wafer surfaces, preventing tip wear while preserving height accuracy.

A fluidic diode raises or lowers control pressure by fluid viscosity, helping well inflow devices favor oil over gas or water.

A fluidic diode raises control pressure differently by viscosity, helping inflow devices favor oil over water and gas across well zones.

Control ports vary fluid injection or suction to tune oscillator frequency, sweeping angle, and 3D jet output without moving parts.

Oscillating gas pressure keeps strain rates high while relieving stress, shortening superplastic forming time without tearing or cracking.

A piezo actuator drives a bistable fluidic amplifier to set pulse frequency independently of gas pressure while producing uniform small bubbles.

An exchange channel between major and minor islands creates inertance-controlled spray oscillation that stays uniform across temperatures.

An additively manufactured integral flow distributor uses CFD-shaped openings to even manifold flow while avoiding separate parts and assembly.

CFD-shaped internal openings balance high-velocity manifold flow while eliminating separate distributor parts and extra assembly steps.

Control ports introduce or suction fluid to vary oscillator frequency and sweep angle, enabling 3D jets without moving parts.

Periodic air-flow sensing through secondary-channel drill holes avoids optical contamination and jet deflection while improving fluid volume measurement.

Control ports add or suction fluid to vary oscillator frequency, sweeping angle, and 3D jet output without moving parts.

Steered nano-channels write chemical codes onto polymers to enable dense data storage with stable long-term retention and reliable readout.

A reversibly deformable flow chamber changes jet oscillation and spray shape without moving parts, reducing maintenance and installation space.

Oscillating feedback flow paths widen spray coverage and improve rinsing while cutting water use and splashing in shower and faucet heads.

Counter-spiral chambers and selectable restriction passages raise pressure drop while simplifying fabrication and reducing clogging risk.

A drill-hole oscillation nozzle creates pressure-based periodic signals to detect low-flow fluid jets without optical contamination issues.

Separable nozzle body parts expose oscillating spray passages for thorough cleaning while preserving sealing and high-pressure spray performance.

A moving-part-free PCV valve uses vortex reverse flow and low-loss forward flow to prevent sticking, clogging, and engine ventilation issues.

Auxiliary flow channels create a controlled oscillating jet that avoids moving parts, reduces noise, and limits cavitation in compact fluidic components.

Cyclic flow switching between ejectors creates pulsed suction and ejection across apertures, improving airflow control without moving parts.

Switching between high-resistance and bypass flow paths speeds microfluidic dosing while maintaining precise control and reducing air bubbles.

Transverse jets injected through a rotating cylindrical body reshape boundary-layer flow and shock interactions to improve high-speed flight efficiency.

A tapered acoustic cavity and tuned piston resonance raise synthetic jet momentum beyond conventional Helmholtz resonators.

Shared feedback channels synchronize adjacent fluidic oscillators, improving coordinated vortex generation and flow control authority.

Parallel filtered inlets linked by a bypass lumen keep fluidic spray circuits flowing when one filter clogs with large debris.

Pressure-linked fluidic actuators synchronize oscillation and phase lag to delay boundary layer separation, reducing drag and improving lift.

Heating part of the airflow cuts actuator mass flow while preserving momentum, improving aerodynamic control without added engine weight.

Oscillating elastic segment generates turbulent pulsatile flow for effective sinus cleaning without complex electromechanical components.

A three-jet fluidic oscillator nozzle generates oscillating sprays using internal vortex steering within an interaction chamber.

Series vortex devices induce rotational resistance to manage gas erosion and prevent undesired fluid production in subterranean well operations.

A vortex fluid flow device uses multiple forward inlets to increase mass flow capacity while maintaining reverse flow resistance.

Surface tension interfaces enable scalable microfluidic circuits that overcome inertial scaling limits and eliminate external electronic control.

A fluid oscillator generates oscillating flow to tangle yarns without moving parts.

A fluidic oscillator uses a splitter to divide liquid flow into component sprays with specific yaw angles.

An ejector design deflects primary airflow via integrated release air, eliminating external valves and reducing component wear during suction release switching.

Concave-convex fitting between nozzle bodies increases joint strength, reducing fluid spread variation caused by gaps under high pressure.

Reverse centrifugal force drives fluid inward from the perimeter to a trap chamber, eliminating mechanical valves and rotation speed constraints.

A comprehensive local property model applies a second-order Taylor series expansion to thermodynamic equations for automatic value updates.

Controller limits signal pressure through electro-proportional valve to prevent attachment movement limitations during combined operations.

An air injector adds buoyancy to sludge particles within a tapered swirl chamber, preventing sedimentation and blockages in storm water drains.

Separate top and bottom plenums maintain gas separation until delivery, preventing flashback while ensuring uniform mixing in semiconductor processing.

Segmented axial channels within the shaft structure route fluid to multiple friction devices while minimizing leakage through dedicated sealing interfaces.