Connecting Rods TRIZ Cases

Pendulum absorbers balance rotating crankshaft mass to suppress vibration, reducing friction losses from fewer main bearings.

Machining separates radial clevis lugs in composite rocker beams, resolving the trade-off between high twisting strength and manufacturing complexity.

Specific lower link angles reduce crank journal load at bottom dead center, allowing increased piston stroke while maintaining bearing cap strength.

A hollow profile wishbone reduces dead weight while maintaining structural rigidity through optimized geometry.

Mechanical broaching replaces laser heating to eliminate thermal distortion and uneven groove widths while lowering equipment costs.

Segmented poppet valves replace sliding spools in a hydraulic connecting rod, eliminating seal wear and leakage at high engine speeds.

A 3D winding method produces preimpregnated fiber-reinforced composite components with tailored mechanical properties.

Segmenting the coupling into a reusable housing and replaceable cartridge eliminates realignment when worn components require replacement.

Varying longitudinal adhesive layer thickness along the profile neutral fiber plane to distribute shear stress uniformly.

Segmented connecting rod system uses auxiliary slider to absorb lateral piston forces, reducing friction and extending engine service life.

Continuous shell fibers impregnated with a thermoplastic matrix eliminate lateral overlapping, reducing mass and manufacturing costs.

A connecting rod hydraulic module uses a switchover valve to control fluid flow between eccentric cylinders for variable compression.

Phosphate coating on steel bolts prevents seizing against titanium alloy connecting rods, eliminating nuts and grease for stable axial force.

A composite structural member integrates a fitting with a tubular shaft to create mechanical interference, preventing de-bonding at metal-resin joints.

A substrate heater employs a protective covering and purge gas flow to prevent aluminum fluoride corrosion at high temperatures.

Continuous notches in bolt holes initiate radial breakage, preventing surface steps and buckling during separation.

Hollow steel pipe connecting rod uses pressure fit joints to link brake rigging components, eliminating heavy casting and weld-induced weakness.

A compression rod features a buckling initiating design that triggers elastic failure at a predetermined compressive force.

A variable thickness adhesive joint distributes shear loads across bonded parts by thickening the film at free edges and thinning it in the median section.

A steering length adjuster features an unthreaded middle section that overlaps center link and tie rod bores for clamping.

Direct application of continuous fibre filaments reinforces thermoplastic parts, resolving the weight-strength trade-off inherent in metal reinforcements.

A head assembly uses a rotatable shaft to control fluid communication between ports and combustion chambers in an internal combustion engine.

A rotatable bar pin bushing assembly enables manual indexing of the inner sleeve bore to match connector holes during vehicular suspension installation.

Hydraulic actuation varies the connecting rod length to delay piston movement, resolving short moment arm inefficiencies during the power stroke.

Segmented dual cooling galleries resolve the trade-off between reduced compression height and piston strength under high thermal loads.

An externally threaded stud joins internally bores in actuator stems and rod end bearings for secure mechanical coupling.

A switch valve capture element uses pass-through bore holes to route hydraulic fluid between supply and connection ports based on switching positions.

Segmented lids and films enable hot isostatic compaction of ceramic fibre inserts, reducing manufacturing complexity.

Segmented dual load paths in aircraft push-pull rods enable automatic failure detection through inspection holes, reducing maintenance time.

Threaded engagement accommodates differential thermal expansion, ensuring high breaking stresses in aeronautical rods.

Replacing galvanic plating with an organic anti-corrosion layer reduces production costs and eliminates optical defects while resisting stone chipping.

Inverted cylinder block assembly centers crank pins for horizontal nut runner fastening, eliminating repetitive crankshaft rotation.

A motor-driven connecting rod articulates the reflecting mirror to adjust image height using a standard stepper motor.

Creating an externally convex rounded area distributes radial forces evenly across the junction, reducing stress concentration at the insert interface.

S-shaped cam and connecting bearing create periodic dwells and faster strokes to maximize volumetric and geometric efficiencies.

Segmented parts with a groove-rib mechanism adjust center distance without altering axis orientation.

A structural joint uses a mandrel with alternating bumps and dimples to create a non-circular geometry for efficient load transfer.

Radial O-ring seals contain low-viscosity adhesive during vacuum bonding, eliminating intermediate inserts and reducing mass.

Multi-degree freedom mounting structure with spherical bearings accommodates misalignments without transmitting lateral loads to the linear actuator.

Segmented half-links rotate to vary length, resolving the contradiction between complex transmission relationships and simple link structure.

Optimized Rz and Rpk/Mr1 ratios minimize relative slip vibrations between the housing and bearing member to reduce fretting damage.

Telescoping tubes encase the threaded adjustment mechanism, while o-rings seal against saltwater corrosion and vibration damage.

A traction-pressure rod uses a spring-braced latching device for tool-free assembly and component replacement.

A composite strut uses a metal sleeve reinforcement to enhance compressive strength while maintaining lightweight structural integrity.

Offset dual crankshafts linked by spur gears increase rotational torque while eliminating balance shafts to reduce engine noise and sidewall thrust.

Split plies in a composite preform connect a structural member to a tube, ensuring continuous fiber paths and reducing assembly weight.

A piston rod manufacturing method joins a solid rod main body and head via friction welding then bores the axial center portion from the head side.