Gearing TRIZ Cases

Segmented cam-actuated gear blocks eliminate backlash and lower mechanical stress by distributing load across multiple engagement points.

Segmenting the magnet support into a pre-assembled unit reduces handling complexity during vehicle parking lock installation.

Strain gauges on the actuator detect forces to prevent overloading, while a belt transmission reduces noise without sacrificing efficiency.

Post-assembly machining of tensioner bearing seats matches the BISG pulley best-fit plane, eliminating misalignment caused by stack-up tolerances.

A segmented expandable drive coupling disengages an actuating nut to prevent mechanical failure in critical electromechanical systems.

An elastically deformable stopper absorbs kinetic energy to prevent breakage during violent end-of-travel contacts.

Asymmetric guide parts align the seal member to prevent leakage and reduce friction during ball screw assembly.

Segmented circulating parts minimize stress concentration to prevent damage during high-speed operation.

A convex curved chain guide surface transitions contact geometry to reduce frictional resistance and improve fuel efficiency.

A rotating electric machine front bearing design integrates a belt tension adjuster to manage drive belt forces.

A lead screw mechanism with a lockable insert enables manual ramp operation without rotating the drive train.

A switching valve redirects hydraulic pressure to disengage faulty frictional devices in automatic transmissions.

Convex bearing surface on a ball screw spindle supports axial loads while accommodating housing deformations.

A compliant gear assembly translates a gear ring perpendicular to the hub axis to attenuate torque spikes from cylinder firing and reduce gear noise.

Axially distributed grooves on ballscrew and top plate reduce axial length while distributing loads across multiple ball bearings to lower friction.

Segmented spindle sections eliminate device complexity and backlash while maintaining high precision during flexographic format changes.

A tensioning piston incorporates a packing element as a damping means to manage hydraulic fluid flow within the pressure chamber.

Segmented guide shoe surfaces suppress pitch line shifts and reduce friction losses by avoiding chain plate contact.

A vehicle wiper device uses a swing transmission mechanism and an extension-contraction transmission mechanism driven by a single motor.

Optimizing the repulsion zone area to 5-15% of the attraction zone stabilizes rotation speed and improves followability in vacuum deposition.

A subtransmission mechanism upshifts at lower vehicle speeds to coordinate with the continuously variable transmission speed ratio.

A transmission control unit calculates input torque by monitoring hydraulic accumulator pressure states during engagement release.

Mechanical load balancer distributes drive force to synchronize front and rear wheel engagement in all-wheel drive walk-behind equipment.

A variable displacement linkage mechanism uses adjustable spherical joints to minimize un-swept volume and reduce mechanical friction.

A tensioning device uses a damping channel to recirculate hydraulic fluid for precise piston movement control.

Segmented threads on the nut inner surface allow flexible stroke adjustment without increasing manufacturing complexity.

Crossed-thread screw segments double reduction ratios, improving reversibility and output force without sacrificing mechanical efficiency.

An intermediary collar aligns keyways between a moving pulley and crank shaft, preventing misalignment during assembly.

Coaxial motor and unbalanced masses minimize counteracting friction torque, eliminating negative feedback from mechanical loads.

Auxiliary drum drive assembly rotates cutter drums at low speeds via a separate motor, preventing accidental rotation hazards during maintenance.

Mechanical cam pressing replaces hydraulic systems to resolve slow response and high energy consumption in continuously variable transmissions.

Integrating retainer retention into the bearing holder eliminates internal plates, reducing axial length while maintaining secure component support.

A retaining plug merges bearing and shield functions to eliminate separate screws, simplifying aftermarket handling.

A vault lowering aid uses a drill-driven sprocket system to rotate the drive shaft and lower burial vaults with reduced manual effort.

An accelerometer measures vehicle acceleration to correct wheel slip errors, enabling accurate speed detection during traction loss events.

A movable circulation member accommodates recess depth deviations in screw nuts, ensuring accurate rolling element positioning without high-precision machining.

A controller adjusts drive pulley clamping force to manage torque direction changes in a continuously variable transmission.

A CVT control device adjusts secondary pulley pressure to maintain belt gripping force during gear ratio shifts.

A device shifts image pathways horizontally and vertically to create composite three-dimensional images without viewing aids.

A motorized lead screw mechanism rotates a vehicle seat monitor to optimize viewing angles regardless of occupant posture.

Higher bainite ratios and increased back heights in outermost link plates mitigate stress concentrations at tooth gap bottoms to suppress crack generation.

A driving force transmission device uses a connection drive section to separate members sequentially.

Asymmetric elastomeric damping resists outward pivot motion while allowing inward adjustment, solving oil interference with friction damping.

Control unit coordinates main and sub gear-shifting apparatuses to resolve shock during load changes while simplifying driver operation.

A CVT control device varies speed ratio stepwise during braking to enhance deceleration feel.

A backrest actuator assembly uses a lockable damper to lower the bed backrest via gravity for rapid emergency access.

Automated screw spindle system replaces manual carriage positioning to resolve precision versus complexity trade-offs in format change operations.

A vehicle shutter device uses segmented gears with notched parts to drive multiple flaps sequentially from a single actuator.

Segmented drive mechanisms use a clutch to decouple rotation from dose delivery, allowing the piston rod to reset without interfering with dosage setting.