Laminated Elements TRIZ Cases

See how variable orifice spacing along mixing channels achieves uniform liquid-gas distribution

See how alternately stacked corrugated partition and spacing plates joined with tape eliminate

Folded fin portions pressed into base grooves distribute clamping force, preventing plate deformation and preserving heat sink parallelism.

Additive-manufactured slit ribs replace vacuum-brazed fin cores to limit warping, lower pressure drop, and improve heat transfer.

Machined ribs and protrusions in stacked heat exchanger plates increase surface area, support flow, and preserve structural integrity.

Elbow-mounted manifold connections open assembly space and reduce cooling air collision in a cold plate refrigerant layout.

Directional solidification creates a unitary cast plate heat exchanger with uniform walls, lower porosity, and stronger heat transfer under high pressure.

Intersecting cutouts between adjacent plates, bounded by solid plates, create interchangeable packs that reduce manufacturing cost for high-pressure, high-temperature service.

Segmented corrugated plate sections secure gaskets through friction and mechanical interlocking, preventing displacement during heat exchanger stacking.

Integrated communication bus eliminates cable mounting time and protects modules from aggressive cleaning agents.

Ellipsoid corrugations form asymmetrical fluid circuits that optimize hydraulic diameter ratios and reduce contact surface area.

Inclined corrugations and abutting supports on a spiral sheet enhance mechanical strength and thermal performance.

Plastic composite thermal plates house skived fins to reduce weight and cost while maintaining high thermal conductivity.

An integral conductive plate replaces thin separator walls in a plate-fin heat exchanger, preventing fluid cross-contamination at high pressures.

Asymmetric non-circular ports expand flow area to reduce pressure drop while preserving heat transfer surface.

A single uniform fin segment with inlet apertures redirects fluid flow, reducing part count and fabrication complexity.

Arranging structural elements along concentric circular paths reduces flow resistance while maintaining high heat exchange efficiency.

A heat exchanger plate positions a central port hole at a vertical distance from the short end to create dedicated fluid passages between stacked plates.

A polymer heat exchanger uses embossed composite fins containing pyrolytic carbon fibers to enhance thermal conductivity.

Meandering flow paths in stacked layers increase thermal conductivity while reducing pressure loss and clogging risks.

Stacked planar plates form compact counter-flow passages that reduce volume by 90% while maintaining thermal efficiency in turbine engine applications.

Additive manufacturing integrates protection members into the heat exchanger core, preventing foreign matter damage while maintaining low device complexity.

Inclined joining panels on plate heat exchangers reduce manufacturing complexity while maintaining high heat transfer efficiency.

A fluid guide plate with staggered hexagonal protrusions generates longitudinal vortices to enhance heat transfer efficiency in plate heat exchangers.

Edge corrugations in a stacked plate heat exchanger generate distinct thermodynamic conditions on fluid sides without adding construction complexity.

Segmented barrier ridges reduce circulating resistance for two-phase fluids while maintaining thermal conduction across plate heat exchanger surfaces.

Alternating ridge and bridge indentations on stacked plates form dedicated flow channels, maintaining low pressure drop while ensuring mechanical stability.

Segmented laminated layers linked by ligaments create 3D heat paths, resolving manufacturing complexity while boosting efficiency.

Segmented circuits prevent high-pressure R744 bursting while maintaining efficient heat exchange between independent fluid paths.

Protrusions and catches on a gasket enable press-in and catch-on assembly, resolving stability versus ease-of-operation trade-offs.

Spirally arranged fins stir fluid in a heat exchanger to generate tornado-like vortex flow, resolving low heat exchange efficiency.

Offset slanted cross counter flow design reduces thermal stress concentration and flow resistance to extend service life.

Varying protrusion sizes increase welding area to resolve strength and fluid distribution trade-offs in plate-type heat exchangers.

A heat exchanger plate features a wavy external wall to constrain the gasket position and prevent extrusion.

Integrated channel elements merge housing and support functions to boost thermal interaction while reducing device complexity.

Embossed beads create U-shaped flow paths in stacked plates to extend fluid travel and reduce bypass, improving thermal performance.

A plate heat exchanger porthole design featuring a corrugated outer edge and plane inner edge to maximize flow area.

Rotated plates create asymmetric S and Z flow paths to compensate for varying thermal conductivities, boosting efficiency without added complexity.

Thermal transfer sheets containing a thermodynamic fluid bridge air and oil circuits, reducing aerodynamic drag while maintaining high thermal efficiency.

Alternating recessed sections in gasket grooves anchor seals under high pressure, preventing deformation and maintaining structural integrity.

Protrusions on side walls block fluid bypass near shorter tube sides, directing flow toward inner fins to improve heat exchange performance.

Inclined conduits interconnect alternating hot and cold fluid channels, promoting mixing that enhances heat transfer efficiency while reducing pressure drop.

Segmented arrow ridges on heat transfer plates improve fluid distribution while preventing stress concentrations and crack formation.

Serpentine flow paths created by curved protrusions increase heat transfer area and resolve low efficiency in plate laminate heat exchangers.

Wall sections connecting dimples block specific paths and direct fluid flow, preventing permanent plate deformations under high pressure.

Defining a specific shape parameter for titanium plate surface features resolves the trade-off between high heat conductivity and press formability.

Variable thickness wire mesh fins resolve the trade-off between enhanced thermal efficiency and increased weight in compact heat exchangers.