Engine Fuctions TRIZ Cases

A reciprocating engine system captures kinetic energy from moving masses using flexible collectors and a pulley mechanism.

Dynamic fuel pressurization eliminates oversized components by matching flow to demand, reducing weight and power consumption.

Distinct turbine component contours accommodate hot gas streaks without over-engineering, optimizing manufacturing efficiency and thermal protection.

Directing compressor air through a single annulus cools the rotor and turbine blades, eliminating swirl line complexity and reducing pressure loss.

Arcuate heat pipes move waste heat from lubrication oil to fan duct components, eliminating electric de-icing power consumption.

A compression tool cover with a flange groove protects carbon seals from damage during gas turbine engine assembly.

A wind turbine thermal assembly uses a liquid-to-air heat exchanger and control arrangement to manage coolant flow.

Segmented retention chambers with independent obturators isolate leak sources in common turbomachine drainage paths, reducing maintenance time.

A turbine nozzle assembly uses a resiliently deformable tab to axially retain radial flanges without tools.

A streamlined body assembly surrounds tower sections to alter aerodynamic configuration and reduce vortex-induced vibrations during hoisting operations.

Aircraft acoustic treatment panel integrates an annular channel to distribute hot air for frost prevention.

Enlarged inclined cooling bores in hollow turbine blades perform dual cooling and dust removal, reducing air extraction to lower specific fuel consumption.

An integrated buoyancy body enables the water wheel to utilize potential energy from riverbed contact while maintaining stability without heavy lateral floats.

Spring strips inserted through labyrinth seal slots couple shrouds, reducing vibration amplitude and preventing natural frequency drift.

A single shaft gas turbine control device selects operational modes to maintain rotational speeds within specific ranges.

Counter-rotating stages reduce rotor stress and material selection constraints while maintaining compressor efficiency and pressure ratios.

A variable bypass turbine fan adjusts blade speed to optimize propulsive efficiency across flight phases.

Floating body drives transmission shaft to rotate induction coil above water, reducing maintenance complexity and energy loss in wave energy conversion.

Omni M-VAWT eliminates chain drives using self-aligning airfoils, reducing device complexity while limiting tip speeds to protect flying creatures.

Sealed enclosures prevent lubricant leakage and corrosion while gravity work drives continuous rotation.

Specialized adjustment tool replaces inefficient wood boards and hydraulic jacks for precise radial alignment of seal housing assemblies.

Automated optical processing generates comprehensive 3D models from captured video streams, reducing engine downtime during inspection.

A tidal power blade reversal device uses a linear rack actuator to rotate the runner unit, eliminating heavy rotative gears and reducing mechanical wear.

A valve assembly uses a solenoid and safety valve to regulate air supply for gas turbine engine drain valves.

Auxiliary compressor driven by electric motor supplies compressed air during engine idle conditions.

Integrated seal plate removes bolt irregularities from the flow passage, preventing air turbulence and boosting supercharging efficiency.

Vertical baffles in a box-shaped silencer reduce pressure loss and noise while minimizing system size for gas turbine applications.

Local thickening at the resonance node restricts secondary-mode vibration, preventing high-cycle fatigue while maintaining nozzle opening flexibility.

A valve directs fluid flow across filter media to scrub debris from the auxiliary system.

High-density slurry increases power output in pumped hydro storage, reducing footprint and construction costs.

Airfoil design uses angled cooling passages with intersecting radial projections to enhance convective film cooling efficiency.

Variable oil film thickness adapts to large vibrational loads, maintaining damping effectiveness during fan blade failure scenarios.

Segmented tip pockets with trip strips extend cooling fluid residence time to lower airfoil temperatures and prevent tip burning.

Axial grooves in the blade root segment the structure to distribute bolted attachment forces, reducing stress concentrations and improving fatigue strength.

Segmented shield with Z-shaped flow discourager prevents hot air entry, reducing axial loading and vibration while accommodating thermal expansion.

A venturi drainage device integrates into gas turbine exhaust ducts to manage fluid accumulation through entrainment and passive gravity flow.

Shear pins in the actuator separate under high load, limiting force peaks and protecting engine attachments from jet separation damage.

Segmented sensors detect short pulses while Rogowski coils measure long-term currents, resolving thermal stress assessment gaps in wind turbine protection.

Segmented clamping tools absorb dimensional variations to reduce manufacturing precision requirements for turbomachine guide vanes.

A composite turbine blade uses a widening core and protective sheath joined by interference fit to prevent relative motion.

A floating annular plate moves axially to maintain clearance between the shroud and turbine wheel.

A decoupler assembly with a shear pin and biasing mechanism disengages an engine starter output shaft from a drive hub.

A hydrostatic pressure turbine runner exploits fluid pressure gradients to drive blade rotation and extract hydropower from flowing water.

A composite fan case mounting attachment uses a base component and spool to secure external parts.

Green state machining creates precise cooling cavities in ceramic matrix composite preforms, enabling film cooling geometries that reduce compressed air usage.

Magnetic actuation shifts the rotor to counteract unbalanced loads, reducing vibration without mechanical complexity.

A regenerative fuel thermal management system circulates fluid through coupled cooling and heating loops to store conditioned fuel in separate tanks.

Segmented ring segments with conical bearing surfaces ensure uniform contact pressure against the main shaft in a turbofan engine center vent tube support device.

Nickel-enriched substrate diffusion reduces additive manufacturing roughness for fluid flow reliability.