Couplings TRIZ Cases

Pivoting retainer arms cut tube insertion force while keeping a secure fluid connection and enabling quick tool-free assembly and disconnect.

A pre-loaded floating quick disconnect absorbs server rack tolerance variation to maintain alignment, secure mating, and fluid flow.

A snap ring and threaded locking piece create a hemp-free sealed pipe connection that plugs in quickly and can be released without damage.

Segmented compression leaves replace deforming ferrules to keep industrial conduit joints leak-tight under high pressure and speed reconnection.

A two-part ring with longitudinal slots simplifies ball housing machining in hard stainless fluidic couplings while preserving coolant resistance.

A crimped retaining plate secures an expandable clip inside the connector body, avoiding machined slots, easing assembly, and preventing clip loss.

A rotatable cam hose coupling brings controls closer to the patient while enabling quick, secure forced-air warming connection and replacement.

Punching and bending a metal sleeve integrates fixing and release parts, reducing insert assembly cost while maintaining sealing and tube retention.

Mechanical latching closes both coupling valves before separation, preventing spillage, air inclusion, and spring-related contamination.

A stop-controlled sliding lock blocks premature engagement, then auto-locks a fully inserted fluid pipeline in a compact, mistake-proof connector.

A snap-fit and bayonet lock keeps fluid connectors sealed while allowing alignment movement and preventing accidental disassembly.

A radially stretched resilient member locks both tube ends, shortening connector length and cutting fluid leak points to one.

A grip ring and circumferential seal create a glue-free, rotation-resistant synthetic pipe joint with a watertight connection.

A one-piece deep-drawn sheet metal mating connector cuts manufacturing complexity while maintaining secure locking, stability, and low weight.

A single sealing element between two retainers cuts leak points and mounting space while keeping hose-to-socket coupling secure under pressure.

Electro-actuated cartridges remotely decompress hydraulic lines and disconnect couplers, reducing manual effort in dirty, hard-to-reach manifolds.

A rotating, axially movable core molds connector caps with annular recesses and cap angles without collapsing cores or weld assembly.

A two-angle frusto-conical ramp lowers peak insertion force and eases continued insertion, helping fluid connector tubes seat fully.

A spring presses the sealing ring and supports cap expansion, keeping high-pressure fittings airtight while enabling smooth tube detachment.

Molded retainer clip slots remove post-process machining debris while keeping the clip contained and easing fluid connector assembly.

A snap-on collar and O-ring connector joins a spigot to a cooling plate without tools, simplifying assembly while preventing liquid leakage.

A clutch weight recess crossing the pivot-centered arc compresses the damper more effectively, reducing judder and torque fluctuation.

A retaining and securing element arrangement blocks locking until full insertion, preventing false fluid line connections and detachment.

An outer-side latching body cuts connector diameter in tight routing spaces while preserving flow cross-section and secure, releasable joining.

Magnetic actuation and a removable two-housing seal let catheter users disconnect from the urine bag while preserving controlled cyclical drainage.

A handle-and-buckle actuator cuts server fluid-line QD mating force to under 5 kgF while maintaining leak-safe cooling flow in tight chassis spaces.

Thread-driven axial motion simplifies fluid line connection, while a milling override releases stuck collet fingers without equipment damage.

A nested sealing ring in the receiving joint improves connector sealing while simplifying structure and enabling quick assembly and disassembly.

A separate movable retainer lets a quick connector lock a pipe without extra operation, reducing size and improving mounting flexibility.

Elastic elements absorb assembly tolerance so a liquid connector can float for blind mating, speeding secure alignment in server rack cooling.

A rotating washer, grip ring, and pinching ring create a glue-free watertight synthetic pipe joint that can also be disassembled and reused.

Standardized sockets and interchangeable inserts connect different hose sizes with O-ring sealing, anti-rotation, and snap-in axial locking.

An internally supported deformed recess lets a thin-walled pipe coupling hold locking force, cut material waste, and simplify part replacement.

Inclined guide grooves in an actuating ring drive radial latches to hold a quick connector securely under pressure without bulky locking parts.

A spring-loaded slider and locking sleeve let the nipple pass the locking balls while preventing mis-latch in fluid quick couplings.

An elastic retaining element and actuator replace complex threaded tube fittings, enabling secure seating with faster mounting and removal.

A guided U-shaped clip and flexible tab prevent false locking and make correct male end-piece insertion visibly clear.

Stamping and bending a metal sleeve blank cuts plug-in insert assembly effort and cost while preserving reliable tube fixing and axial release.

A modular snap-fit valve assembly simplifies dry-break connector sealing, reducing alignment complexity while maintaining reliable shut-off.

Radially adjustable clamping pads and a conical bush keep quick-connect couplings secure on worn or undersized terminals.

An internal retaining clip and crimped flange simplify fluid connector assembly, avoid machining, and keep retention secure in tight spaces.

Inclined guide grooves convert ring motion into radial lock engagement, securing quick connections under pressure without bulky locking parts.

Flexible engagement arms wrap around the conduit to spread axial load, reduce clamp strain, and prevent detachment under pressure.

External access to a rotatable anchoring ring enables screw-like insert removal without well damage, preserving fluid purity and anchoring performance.

Magnetic sealing in a catheter valve lets patients disconnect from a urine bag temporarily while maintaining liquid containment and preventing leakage.

A chamfered jaw and zinc-copper-nickel coating reduce pipe scratches and corrosion while maintaining one-touch insertion and strong tensile fixing.

A rotating lock-and-flange connector couples fluid tubes to vessel walls with strong sealing, easy installation, and resistance to heat and vibration.

A strap-shaped locking element increases leg bending length to cut plug connector insertion force while preserving secure locking.

An inner pin and sleeve with interdigitating castellations mold snap-fit cap angles in small connectors without collapsing cores or end openings.

A three-position safety ring and spring secure quick connect couplings against accidental uncoupling without adding bulky complexity.