Floors TRIZ Cases

See how preformed floor panels with varying-height protrusions create graded wet areas instantl

See how a multi-layer floor assembly uses capillary wicking and nested absorbent pads to remove

See how a segmented locking strip with movable parts reduces assembly force in resilient PVC fl

See how a wicking-layer floor assembly removes lavatory spills through capillary action, mainta

Roll-formed slotted panels cut decking weight while preserving strength, easing installation, and meeting fire and water penetration codes.

A boxed slider vent with locking mortar tracks and oval grips prevents mortar blockage, secures brick installation, and keeps airflow adjustable.

Mechanical carts move and compact bio-waste without water, cutting treatment costs and preserving waste for energy conversion.

By raising only part of the floorboard edge, this assembly approach cuts connection force and friction while preserving strong mechanical locking.

Interlocking floor panels replace welded dumper floors to prevent cracks, reduce load adhesion, damp impact, and simplify maintenance.

An adjustable tubular cover lets standard tube fittings match varying concrete floor thicknesses while avoiding wasteful post-pour removal.

A transverse anchor links concrete slabs to timber supports, improving load distribution while avoiding heavy corrugated steel decking.

A three-leg hanger transfers mass timber loads to wall studs through sheathing while preserving fire-rated wall continuity.

A bayonet-adjustable firestop sleeve uses a sealing ring to block concrete flow and intumescent inlay to maintain fire resistance.

A bayonet-adjustable firestop sleeve uses a sealing ring to block concrete ingress while intumescent material preserves fire resistance.

A resilient tendon seal blocks grout ingress while allowing lateral movement, improving temporary joint reliability before locking.

A compression strut and angled tension fasteners anchor a ledger to the inner frame while avoiding veneer loading and water intrusion.

A compression strut and angled fasteners secure outer members to inner walls while protecting veneer and preserving drainage gaps.

Pretensioned, resilient chain reinforcement keeps concrete support accurately positioned and absorbs earthquake or impact deformation without cutting mesh.

Recessed pipe ends and a slider-sleeve insert coupling protect prefab utility pipes in transit and enable secure watertight joining on site.

A flexible seal lets the tendon move while blocking concrete fines, improving force transfer and joint durability in post-tensioned slabs.

A one-direction displaceable tongue and pressing element prevent short-edge separation during floor panel installation while keeping strong vertical locking.

Pre-formed deck openings expose the beam center for paint removal and visual alignment, improving stud weld quality while preserving rust protection.

An internally positioned key-shaped head cuts fastener pivoting during installation while enabling larger, stronger compound floor standoffs.

A heat-activated shape memory alloy bolt re-tensions double tee beam joints after loosening, improving durability and simplifying repair.

A two-part anchor ties concrete to a cellulosic subfloor, improving load resistance while avoiding the weight of thick corrugated steel decking.

Male-projection ground beams lock wall panels into place, enabling fast modular assembly with earthquake and hurricane resistance.

Adjustable welding fixtures and beam supports hold beam-end connections at precise spacing and rotation to prevent tolerance buildup during steel frame welding.

A cement-based shank with a ductile core lets wood-concrete layers slip without brittle failure while preserving load-bearing capacity.

Real-time synchronized welding heat control keeps magnetic-train steel rail beams within straightness, curvature, and dimensional tolerances.

A cylinder bolt assembly embeds into reinforced concrete to simplify ICF fastening while improving strength, stability, and installation speed.

A spherical nut sleeve enables flush crane mat fastening without countersinking, using one bolt length across varying timber widths.

A J-shaped anchor ties concrete to a cellulosic sub-floor, improving load distribution and reducing cracking under floor weight.

Adjustable scaffold legs and beam connectors create a level, waterproof tent platform on unlevel ground while distributing loads safely.

A displaceable tongue snaps horizontally into floor panel grooves to prevent short-edge separation and maintain strong vertical locking.

A horizontally adjustable seat pad helps align access floor panels after placement while maintaining stable support in precision installations.

Recessed pipe ends and a telescopic insert coupling protect prefab utility pipes in transit and enable fast, watertight on-site connection.