Clutches TRIZ Cases

Bent rotor plate portions hold elastic members to cut damper axial size while preserving torque strength and torsion control.

A spring-biased hydraulic parking lock keeps the gearbox engaged without power while valves control safe disengagement and prevent unintended release.

Elastomeric inserts and tapered passages damp gear rattle and bounce while accommodating shaft misalignment in a supercharger coupling.

A machine-learning clutch temperature gauge predicts heat buildup to trigger transmission control actions and improve clutch durability.

An axial damping interface and spring-biased friction tube suppress angular shaft vibrations without adding the mass of conventional torsion shafts.

By adjusting clutch torque to reflect learned characteristic changes, this case keeps micro slip stable and reduces shift impact.

A single inward stop and shaft projection hold the profile sleeve axially, reducing thermal stress, part count, and tolerance sensitivity.

An integrated reservoir and centrifugal dosing system keeps wide-angle CV joint sliding surfaces lubricated while reducing grease leakage and top-up downtime.

Drainage holes in the brake pad housing discharge trapped water, preventing rust and freezing that can impair lining assembly movement.

An asymmetric oil groove in the steering intermediate shaft retains more oil on the upper side to counter gravity and sustain long-term lubricity.

Switching actuator motor dynamics by vehicle operating state cuts clutch activation noise and harsh forces while preserving fast response.

Engine-speed sensing disengages the stump cutter coupling under overload, protecting belts and reducing drivetrain downtime.

High-frequency rotational difference feedback adjusts clutch pushing force to suppress judder and lower engagement energy use.

A positive locking cam and safety contour keep steering torque transmission active while adding tactile play and audible clicks after rolling element loss.

A bypass flow limiter in the hydraulic clutch actuator restricts return flow during rapid pedal release, damping torque peaks and protecting the driveline.

A dual-stiffness spring module between actuator and shift element smooths gear engagement, cutting wear, noise, and shift jerk.

Preliminary engagement sections create a backup torque path in electric power steering joints, maintaining transmission and reducing noise.

Partitioned inner shaft cells trap oil into synchronous rotation, creating detectable imbalance after seal failure and preventing fatigue.

A dual-friction lining lets a drive train torque limiter slip on one surface while staying engaged on the other, reducing assembly effort and cost.

An elastic sealing boot encloses the differential output shaft and CV axle joint to block water and road salt, reducing winter corrosion and repairs.

Wireless torque mapping lets a multi-speed power tool replace mechanical clutch hardware while keeping precise settings and tactile feedback.

Torque-based clutch disengagement lets a hybrid drivetrain decouple the engine quickly while reducing run-up, noise, and vibration.

Phase-based clutch torque control adds push feel torque in DCT upshifts to speed synchronization and deliver quicker acceleration feel.

Switching actuator motor dynamics by vehicle operating state cuts audible noise and perceptible operating forces while preserving response.

Adaptive clutch recalibration uses shorter early intervals and longer later intervals to offset plate wear and keep transmitted torque close to target.

A preset lower clutch-capacity target cuts hydraulic-pressure delay, improving manual clutch disconnection response without early slip.

By shifting lubrication holes away from torque input paths, this cross shaft joint improves strength, reduces bending stress, and preserves lubricant flow.

Localized radial compression reforms CV joint cage ball-guiding surfaces to control material flow and reduce spalling under high stress.

Engine speed, its derivative, and vehicle speed are matched to characteristic curves to identify the engaged gear without extra sensors.

A hollow welded compressor shaft routes cooling air through an internal cavity, cutting shaft weight while maintaining strength for fuel cell air supply.

Segmented rolling tracks filter different torsional orders to maintain damping and reduce pendulum unbalance at low speeds.

A spring-loaded three-port slider valve simplifies hydraulic actuator flow switching, cutting valve complexity, cost, and directional-valve dependence.

Punch-formed crater chains create sharp peripheral protrusions that dig into mating surfaces to prevent slip in torque and radial directions.

A sliding spline shaft and U-joint let aircraft high lift torque tubes absorb wing flex while maintaining torque transfer and a compact envelope.

Concave-convex engagement and embossed retention keep a telescopic torque shaft transmitting power and prevent separation even if weld defects occur.

Friction heat from partially engaged transmission components warms the gearbox and improves pneumatic clutch actuator sealing in cold starts.

A grease cover and spring-loaded CV joint reduce boot radial inversion, axial load imbalance, noise, and wear in propeller shafts.

Pressure equalization before hydraulic stroke generation keeps AMT clutch actuation uniform, improving shift feel and response consistency.

Centrifugal oil feed through shaft indentations and bores keeps the gearbox spline lubricated and reduces oil starvation risk.

Integrated pin temperature sensing detects friction, misalignment, and power loss early in universal joints, enabling timely maintenance.

A replaceable patch ring restores rabbet joint interference in turbomachine shafts, limiting wear, axial movement, and thermal expansion damage.

Circumferential protrusions and seal lips cut CV joint boot insertion load while maintaining sealing surface pressure on the outer case.

A pre-assembled cup, seal ring, and shield simplify trunnion installation while retaining grease and blocking dust in universal joint bearings.

By holding hydraulic pressure near a connection-ready target during manual intervention, this case reduces clutch reconnection delay and lag.

A resilient bushing and ring create a low-force positive lock that simplifies coupling assembly, disassembly, and maintenance.

A dynamic vibration absorber on the output shaft uses centrifugal and cam action to suppress rotational velocity fluctuations without changing the damper body.

Separating the clutch lever body from the support portion keeps reactive force feedback and angle sensing while making lever replacement simpler.

An orifice in the fail-safe clutch oil passage delays pressure rise so belt clamping force can build first and prevent CVT belt slip.

Frequent early clutch calibration and longer later intervals reduce wear-related torque deviation and keep target torque closely matched.

Partially engaging transmission components heats the gearbox, improves actuator sealing, and shortens cold-start clutch operation time.