Coupling Device Connections TRIZ Cases

Rounded PCB edges and flexible film covering reduce insertion force and minimize wear on contact spring connectors during mating.

A floating coupling allows relative movement between circuit boards to align connectors with baseboard receptacles.

A latch fastening seat with flexible lock pieces secures multiple adapters to prevent theft.

A floating optical connector uses a biasing member to maintain connection pressure during blind mating operations.

A toroidal bus connector uses smooth curved surfaces to reduce electrical clearance requirements in switchgear cabinets.

Segregating neutral domains via multi-pin connectors allows migration from single-phase to three-phase power without service interruption.

Segmented linear conductors replace thick bound lines, reducing wiring thickness while maintaining voltage detection across battery cells.

A dual in-line connector merges surface-mount pads with in-line package pins to support both PCI and PCIE cards.

Removable power supply module extracts through open lamp housing lower end, eliminating need to lower ceiling panel for maintenance.

Segment panel molding with universal heat sink interfaces to resolve thermal management complexity while minimizing material waste and mounting area.

A cable system with a converter board recycles power from media receivers to charge transmitters during data transmission.

Segmented bracing blocks with insulating positioners limit rotation and bending of bus bars during short-circuit events, preventing phase-to-phase arcing.

A modular flat panel luminaire uses edge-lit lightguide technology to achieve thinner profiles and seamless row mounting capabilities.

An integrated base and bridge element seals around a lighting bar while perforating elements penetrate the wall to prevent water ingress.

Segmented busbar profiles enable conductor contact from multiple directions while maintaining stable line support.

Dual-sided line card connectors establish an orthogonal cross-fabric without a midplane, resolving cooling bottlenecks caused by large card sizes.

A dual-sided latching retainer secures computer modules on opposite sides of a board assembly using integrated injection molded retention features.

Peripheral reinforcement members protect adhesive layers in stacked connectors, preventing transfer to female contacts during connection.

Integrated meters monitor current and voltage to prevent overload hazards in temporary construction power systems.

Perpendicular abutting walls in the sleeve prevent cavity expansion, ensuring accurate IC package positioning and stable electrical connections.

Movable functional elements expand beyond the board opening diameter to fix the connector, enabling manual release without plastic deformation.

Surplus busbar connections enable flexible retrofitting and derivative adaptation without requiring additional cable ducts or complex wiring harnesses.

Inverting a circuit board sheet allows identical connector layouts on both sides, preventing collision during bending and eliminating material waste.

A six-degree-of-freedom robot moves a cable holding tool that nips a reinforcing plate, automating the precise mounting of fragile cables onto connectors.

An angled connector design positions the external interface at a predetermined angle relative to the internal printed circuit board.

A bus bar unit uses projecting portions on side portions to increase the main body sectional area for insert molding support.

Segmented terminals and an intermediary microprocessor monitor power flow to reduce installation complexity while ensuring safety compliance.

Bypass mechanism maintains circuit continuity in series light strings by redirecting current flow around missing or failed lamp assemblies.

A self-powered handheld diagnostic device identifies electrical anomalies in aircraft power systems using internal battery operation.

A power distribution apparatus uses selectable jumpers to configure universal breaker positions for multiple voltage operations.

Uncured adhesive flows into the socket gap upon tubular insertion to form a uniform bond layer.

Nested bus bars and engagement studs connect electrical leads to circuit breakers, resolving the trade-off between connection security and device width.

Adjustable mounting brackets secure retrofit lighting modules within existing housings to deliver uniform illumination without ceiling access.

Staggered offset brackets on a unified carrier clamp multiple cables transversely, eliminating alternating orientations and reducing longitudinal footprint.

A lighting device couples solid-state light sources to a spirally wound optical fiber for direct light emission.

Dynamic movable assemblies adjust length to eliminate custom manufacturing costs while maintaining electrical continuity.

Adjustable positioning pins on the piercing terminal accommodate varying wire center distances, eliminating the need for multiple connector specifications.

Identical mounting hole positions allow horizontal and vertical circuit board connectors to share a single board design, reducing manufacturing costs.

Segmented locking clips replace screw-fastened brackets to enable tool-free lamp replacement and reduce maintenance time.

A power saving device calculates a dynamic threshold current to switch off power when connected electrical devices enter low consumption states.

Segmented base and cover portions engage to lock the flexible printed circuit board, preventing escape during assembly.

An adjustable gap between clamping and contact units accommodates busbars of different widths, while a spring-loaded pin compensates for angular errors.

A rotatable disc drive holder uses a flexible supporting component to pivot and secure the frame on a casing.

A printed circuit board mounts a PCI express graphics connector to route auxiliary power without manual wire soldering.

A strip-light luminaire uses holding means to attach independent light-emitting modules along a support rail for flexible installation.

Segmented track channels distribute power to retail displays, eliminating costly ceiling-to-floor wiring installations.

A sensor device merges the plug connector socket directly into a printed circuit board to simplify electrical connections.

Replacing loose bolted connections with ignited fusible conductive material forms stable intermetallic bonds that eliminate maintenance requirements.