Flanged Joints TRIZ Cases

A ring, extender, and visual indicator expose high-pressure gas leaks quickly while helping align hubs for a gas-tight seal.

A bayonet fitting locks a turbine engine service tube into a receptacle to prevent disconnection while supporting flexible fluid routing.

Shrouds and recesses create a visual fit check that confirms pipe coupling engagement while preventing over-tightening and bolt stress.

A movable seal region shows fluid pressure while maintaining a reliable hygienic seal, avoiding separate gauges and improving failure containment.

Offset fixed and clamping segments lock tubular hubs without bolt tightening, cutting manual effort and safety risk at elevated heights.

An integrated locking lug in the profile clamp engages flange recesses to resist twisting even as clamping force drops from creep and heat.

A dual-member seal washer creates torque-independent radial sealing in block fittings to resist vibration, pressure, and refrigerant leaks.

Fixation moved behind the flange ring separates sealing and clamping planes, cutting aircraft pipe coupling diameter, weight, and space.

Axially separated contact regions and an insulating recess keep tubular flange joints gas-tight under high thermal load and expansion.

Pressure-test chambers built into a containment tank drain seal verify liner sealing before filling and simplify seal replacement.

Identical gland members and independent release portions cut clamp cost while enabling sterile, tool-free opening without damage.

A centralized hydraulic piston tensioner tightens multiple flange studs at once, reducing tool complexity and flange coupling time.

Continuous circumferential and longitudinal fibers let a polymer conduit connector resist hoop loads, cut waste, and match thermal expansion.

Hydraulic clamping segments replace manual bolt tightening to couple tubular members faster and more safely on drilling rigs.

A sliding cylindrical handle adds adjustable leverage so sanitary fittings can be locked or released tool-free in tight server-room spaces.

A heat-responsive lining expands through a case opening to insulate the seal during high-temperature events without blanket weight or assembly complexity.

A conical cavity and solid grain structure let one flange blank be machined into multiple types while preserving load paths and reducing inventory.

Redirected axial fibres and an overclamp create a lightweight composite tube joint that cuts localized stress while improving sealing under pressure.

Replaceable shims in spaced flange grooves restore alignment and sealing after wear or deformation without removing or machining the flanges.

A synchronization mechanism drives both clamp arms together to fully release flanges without hydraulics, cutting maintenance and noise.

Retractable pawls and a biased translation mechanism secure flanged pipes against vibration while reducing manual coupling time and risk.

A T- or H-shaped sealing member creates dual sealing surfaces that prevent plastic deformation and allow pressure vessel seal reuse.

A vacuum-pumped interspace between dual seal rings lowers pressure gradient, detects hazardous leaks, and keeps them from escaping ambient.

A two-segment flange with inclined and vertical bolt circles raises wind tower load capacity while cutting forging size, waste, and manufacturing cost.

A snap-fit preassembly lock holds conduit flanges in place for one-handed clamp assembly, avoiding the need for a second operator.

Asymmetric lugs and slots keep gas turbine mating parts spaced, allow fluid communication, and prevent spacer rotation and wear.

Replaceable end fittings let high-pressure flexible hoses keep the hose body in service, cutting downtime, failure risk, and replacement cost.

Securing features in a profile clamp resist flange twist and maintain stable clamping despite creep, expansion, and temperature changes.

A motor- or cylinder-driven lock rod speeds BNCT target section changeout while keeping a reliable vacuum pipeline connection.

A sliding tubular flange drives locking studs inward to clamp composite pipelines securely, resist vibration, and support leak detection.

Visual flange overlays mark bolt sequence and torque steps to improve fastener force distribution and make pipe connections more consistent.

An FRP outer tube, gas-proof inner tube, and insulation layer limit cryogenic pipe length change and heat ingress in aerospace structures.

Twist-controlled polyester fiber cords help marine hoses resist fatigue, limit elongation, and maintain pressure resistance without added bulk.

A composite outer tube with an insulated inner liner carries cryogenic fluid while limiting heat ingress, thermal expansion, and structural weight.

Localized arc-welded reinforcement strengthens sealing channels and flanges while keeping pipeline repair clamps lighter and easier to handle.

Scalloped outer cavities let one bleed ring align with multiple flange bolt patterns, reducing inventory while preserving pipe access.

A shoulder, flange, and wave spring let the connector rotate and shift for secure, fluid-tight sealing despite port misalignment.

A sliding blockage member lets this fluid coupler mount in confined spaces while preserving sealing and secure retention.

Partial-depth slots and an adjacent lug keep a gas turbine spacer aligned, preserve fluid flow, and avoid rotation wear during assembly.

A plateau-mounted insulated seal prevents water retention and metal contact in heat exchanger pipe joints, reducing galvanic corrosion and leaks.

Motor-driven linear valve closure maintains sealing force in large-diameter fluid loading pipes, helping prevent leakage during emergency release.

A slidable spool with guided sections, seals, bearings, and hydraulic actuation cuts manifold servicing time while reducing leak and damage risk.

Thin disc plates on radial support ribs distribute pressure loads, enabling dense flow openings that cut noise, weight, and frictional losses.

Matching stepped collar and annular regions create a compact composite-to-steel pipe termination that seals reliably under axial load, pressure, and heat.

Offset clamping segments replace manual bolt tightening to secure tubular hubs faster and with less hazardous handling on drilling rigs.

An internal centering plate uses recessed and protruded features to align pipes and flow channels, reducing drift and improving flowmeter precision.

A pressing ring and deformation prevention member keep gasket pressure stable under thermal stress, reducing exhaust gas leakage.

An integrated ring, rod, and nut clamp cuts loose parts and contamination points while speeding sanitary pump cleaning and reassembly.

Using identical hinged coupling segments and one fastener, this case cuts tooling and assembly complexity while maintaining a leak-free pipe connection.

A rotatable crown synchronizes multiple clamps for remote CF flange sealing, cutting handling time and leakage risk in harsh environments.