Gearing TRIZ Cases

Modular tubular chassis and dual-action dogleg suspension enable high speed and reliability while reducing device complexity in unmanned ground vehicles.

Molded lubricant and fibrous brush apply controlled shavings to image bearing members, preventing toner filming and reducing friction.

A linear actuator system uses two motors and a bi-directional over-running clutch to switch between high speed and high force modes.

A tensioner arm uses a non-circular spring coil to urge a dampening shoe against the housing wall for compact packaging.

A segmented drive spindle with opposite thread courses enables independent motor control for plasticizing screws.

Replacing sliding friction with rolling motion via a cylindrical pin increases service life while maintaining compact device size.

A motor-driven cam actuator coordinates fork movement in a transfer case to manage range and mode shifts.

Integrating deflecting elements as one-piece structures eliminates complex fastening steps, reducing noise and manufacturing costs in ball screw assemblies.

A gear-driven timer mechanism uses paddle movement to actuate a cam and switch assembly for precise water flow detection.

A multi-link rotation structure uses non-coaxial arm assemblies and unidirectional devices to transmit power efficiently.

Integrating a metal braking spring into a gear recess eliminates resin deformation and reduces case thickness.

Segmented groove profiles on a drive rod engage bearing protuberances to translate linear motion into precise incremental rotary movement.

A magnetic gearing system transmits torque through a barrier using interacting permanent magnets and ferromagnetic pole pieces.

A hydraulic tensioner uses a dual chamber system and communication passage to maintain oil pressure balance.

A hydraulic auto-tensioner uses a specific leak gap to provide viscous resistance and maintain belt tension.

Pivot bushing mediates rotation to prevent contamination and moment loading while maintaining constant belt tension.

Resiliently clamped slide bearings absorb transverse forces and thermal expansion, preventing spindle tilting and jamming in brake boosters.

A reversible mechanical power transmission module uses a controllable freewheel and clutch system to manage rotational speed between shafts.

A spiral cam apparatus converts rotational motion into linear horizontal displacement for substrate transfer.

Merging separate water protection measures into one unified cover suppresses water entry while reducing configuration complexity.

Surface pressed grooves strengthen the chain guide base plate while acting as oil passages to dissipate frictional heat under high loads.

A belt detachment tool guides power transmission belts using a curved transferring surface with a specific radius of curvature.

A chain tensioner uses a cast external thread to mount directly to an engine cover.

Axial clamping via a stamped retainer prevents outer race distortion and irregular clearance.

Visual markings on drive-side and driven-side cams enable operators to verify correct phase alignment before assembly, preventing errors.

Electronic control unit adjusts hydraulic pressure and speed gear ratio in continuously variable transmissions.

Electronic control unit limits input torque rate of change during transmission path switching to protect the drive belt.

Segmented oil chambers in an engine tensioner maintain stable hydraulic pressure through a dedicated relief unit and controlled flow gap.

Dynamic speed ratio control switches subtransmission gears to enlarge the ratio range while suppressing shift shock during acceleration.

A dual pivot arm tensioner maintains belt tension through coordinated rotation of its arms.

A toothed belt uses a composite elastomeric body to resist oil absorption and maintain mechanical integrity.

A hydraulic control apparatus manages sequential shifts using a selector valve and piston stroke control to synchronize friction element engagement.

Segmented compression rings with alternating radial heights accommodate varying link plate geometries, reducing wear and noise in chain drive systems.

Spring-loaded balls separate the drive shaft from the motorized gear assembly, allowing manual retraction during jamming events to prevent patient harm.

A rear wheel drive output shaft segments the transmission path to reduce gear diameters and maintain inter-shaft distance.

A mechanical creeper mode selection lever positions transmission synchronizers via an electrohydraulic circuit to enable ultra-low speed operation.

Segmented sleeves decouple the motor from the drive train, reducing manual effort required to open decklids while maintaining powered capabilities.

Rotational spindle element adjusts vehicle seat operating device position and inclination via perpendicular shaft alignment.

An actuator component uses a relief surface to facilitate disengagement of the clamp.

A motor-driven trunk actuator uses a nested tube assembly to convert rotation into linear motion.

Dual CVT stages coordinate rear wheel speeds with front steering to enable tight turning maneuvers.

A DC motor rotates a multi-stage gear train to drive a fan-shaped output gear, eliminating solenoid impact noise and high-voltage shock risks in ice dispensers.

Radial engagement of a pin member with an outer recess prevents foreign object intrusion and erroneous return in dual-bearing reels.

Offset connection holes on a universal worm wheel eliminate separate part types, reducing manufacturing complexity and mold costs.

An eccentric screw and nut mechanism adjusts vehicle suspension height without dedicated anti-rotation components.

A torsion bar tensioner uses an undulated spring to press a friction member against a conical surface for damping.

Segmented oil pans maintain transmission lubrication capacity in narrow motorcycle engines.

Eccentric metal cushion rings radially position chain rollers within undercut sprocket tooth spaces to maintain precise clearances.

An annular guiding slot with hill-shaped flanges guides a linking member column, reducing rapid abrasion of bumps in spiral tracks.