Conveyors TRIZ Cases

Rail track carriages and belt guides replace idler rollers to reduce motion resistance and lower belt tension requirements.

A controller monitors safety switch signals to trigger a redundant interrupt switch that disables the drive system.

Pivot-driven rake conveyors resolve screw conveyor inflexibility by enabling intermittent movement for various pharmaceutical container formats.

Curved guide elements wrap around articulated rods to resolve lateral displacement and improve force transmission in modular conveyor belts.

Automated tray cassette warehousing integrates AMHS vehicles with semiconductor processing units via robotic transfer mechanisms.

An automatic blade and conveyor gap adjustment assembly positions the cutting blade relative to transport belts using sensors and actuators.

A dual conveyance system retains articles during box replacement to maintain continuous packing flow.

A swing unit pivots about a second shaft parallel to the first, shortening the distance between the pivot and abutment portion during retraction.

Wall with openings for wear plate fasteners enables external mounting, removing personnel from hazardous chute interiors during replacement.

An automation system uses LED lighting and autonomous vehicles to coordinate human collectors for efficient product retrieval.

An inclined slide with lateral edge guides redirects empty containers via gravity, eliminating complex conveyor belts and reducing system space requirements.

Stepped trough webs guide filter rods longitudinally, eliminating external combing devices for precise transfer alignment.

Reverse priority distribution directs products to downstream machines first, eliminating recirculation delays and maintaining first in first out order.

Segmented scavenging areas apply overpressure to robot drive units, resolving cooling and contamination trade-offs.

Conveyor geometry orients tie plates automatically, reducing manual labor and injury risks during distribution.

A lifting cam section controls mandrel extraction speed to minimize involuntary preform rotation during high-speed container manufacturing.

A conveyor link with an extended end distance creates a lifting motion during chain turns to detach transported items from the belt surface.

An offset inhibiting surface on a hinge member prevents tenting at the seam while allowing easy disassembly for maintenance.

A determination unit identifies appropriate conveyor positions for X-ray line sensor calibration using histogram analysis of detection results.

A transverse conveyor belt transports hot glassware horizontally using vacuum grippers to minimize vibration and prevent breakage during annealing.

Real-time curvature detection and 180-degree rotation correct wood stud orientation variability, reducing storage space needs.

Segmented profile design enables reversible attachment to toothed belts, resolving material selection limits and lifespan assessment difficulties.

A purge nozzle directs gas flow to clean container surfaces and internal components before connection.

Cantilever frame construction with edge-driven belting eliminates sideframes, resolving sanitation bottlenecks caused by obstructive structural elements.

A scalding channel pump creates a pressure chamber to maintain constant liquid flow over poultry transport paths.

Slotted paddles on a loop conveyor allow debris to fall through by gravity, separating contaminants from sugar beets during transport.

Multi-axis joints in the compensating conveyor prevent cargo jamming during lateral deflection of the loading unit.

A retaining element holds back containers in a flow to create gaps and redirect them away from defective processing positions.

A multi-tier spiral microwave dryer system dehydrates dry sausage using conditioned air and microwave energy.

Metallic U-shaped links with polymeric end sections reduce noise and weight while maintaining mechanical stiffness for positive drive belts.

A coin changer uses a segmented funnel design to detach the acceptor module without disturbing the main chute structure.

Auxiliary wheels bridge grid rail gaps to prevent wheel fall and vibration, enabling smooth orientation changes for reliable semiconductor transport.

A reciprocating knife assembly actuated by a profiled cam and spring mechanism cuts extruded products on moving conveyors.

Cold joining technology connects steel profiles to support balustrades and guide rails without thermal distortion.

Radiation crosslinking modifies the plastic guide surface to prevent sticking and ensure reliable high-speed transport of lightweight PET containers.

A flexible intermediate cover connects load-handling elements in ladder sorters to form a continuous stair structure.

Dual blades enable concurrent substrate transfer, reducing footprint and eliminating intermediate storage needs.

A self-powered wireless sensor system harvests mechanical energy from conveyor belt motion to generate operating power for remote monitoring.

Segmented connection elements distribute stresses uniformly to prevent off-axis deformation and reduce wear on intermediate chain links.

Individual wire hooks attach to a flexible carrier material that guides installation and protects the splice.

A controller manages auger rotation speed and duration to dispense precise quantities of bulk material, preventing food waste during large-scale operations.

Static-electricity detectors measure surface charge on conveyor belts to enable real-time management of electrostatic levels.

Vertical arrangement of dual rolls eliminates 9m2 horizontal space requirements and prevents 15-minute production interruptions during coil replacement.

Segmented belt modules suspended by carrier cables enable a traveling tripper to dump material across large pits without costly slope stabilization.

A magnetic holding device uses a ferromagnetic armature to shift field lines for panel goods retention.

A conveyor belt operates at an effective velocity between zero and nominal speed to maintain throughput during reduced output conditions.

Segmented drive units distribute pulling power across multiple heights, resolving uneven belt tension and vibration limits in tall spiral conveyors.

Segmented roller shells accept universal motor interfaces, resolving storage complexity while maintaining design versatility.

A self-supporting plate chain mechanism uses a ratchet system between pitches to enable internal rotation without external interference.