Liquid Cooling TRIZ Cases

Integrating cooling passages into the EGR valve housing reduces volume and complexity while maintaining thermal protection.

An integrated marine supercharger cooling system routes charge air inward to reduce package size and manages lubricant drainage via segmented housing ports.

A motorcycle side cowl positioned below the fan cover directs hot air downward and outward.

A hybrid vehicle cooling system uses separate coolant circuits to manage thermal loads for the engine, electrical machine, and energy storage.

An insert member partitions the block water jacket to enable independent coolant flow paths for the cylinder head and block.

Merging coolant circuits into a single unitary plate reduces system complexity and package size while maintaining cooling performance.

Controls vehicle heater output using cooling water temperature feedback to prevent excessive heat pump usage and reduce fuel consumption.

Inclined bent portions on a baffle plate prevent air bubble suction into the core.

Replacing brazing with mechanical fastening and plastic components eliminates manufacturing complexity while maintaining precise oil outlet orientation.

Segmenting the cylinder head jacket isolates heat exchange in a sub path, preventing coolant temperature fluctuations from destabilizing combustion.

A heat storage cover warms intake air by capturing engine heat dissipation.

An upper pipe bypasses the cylinder head gasket to reduce mechanical stress and manufacturing costs while improving cooling efficiency.

Segmented cooling air ducts supply fresh ambient air to hydraulic and engine heat exchangers, eliminating preheating from the engine compartment.

Integrating a common cooling system into the propulsor nacelle reduces weight and complexity by dissipating heat from multiple components simultaneously.

A heat accumulator stores thermal energy from boiler exhaust gas to preheat the recovery unit during startup.

A variable front end grille opening system dynamically adjusts airflow to maintain engine component temperatures.

A coolant jacket separator divides the engine block into independent upper and lower zones to manage fluid flow.

A hydraulic control device directs oil to an engine piston via a switching valve.

An electronically controlled bypass valve diverts coolant flow away from the engine jacket during low power operation.

Segmented mounting plates and nested brackets secure the fan while reducing structural complexity and preserving package volume.

Mechanical thermostatic valves divert coolant flow to eliminate electronic controllers, reducing cabin heating complexity in hybrid vehicles.

Reversing the blower and closing the shutter directs hot air toward the coolant heat exchanger, accelerating engine warm-up in hybrid vehicles.

An electric pump circulates coolant through a DEF injector after engine shutdown, maintaining temperatures below damaging thresholds based on ambient signals.

Meandering cooling channels eliminate dead spaces and flow losses, reducing power consumption while ensuring effective heat dissipation.

A dual-chamber expansion tank uses a pressure-actuated valve to link separate cooling lines.

Soldered flat tubes with internal turbulence inserts and external corrugated ribs increase heat transfer surface area to lower charge air temperature.

An engine accessory mounting bracket incorporates internal fluid channels to route coolant directly between the engine block and a rotary valve unit.

A split cooling jacket strategy directs coolant through the cylinder head while inhibiting flow to the cylinder block.

A cylinder block water jacket divides coolant flow into main and sub-passages to manage fluid dynamics.

A circulating oil jacket prevents exhaust condensation and protects sensors from seawater cooling.

Heated sampling lines prevent condensation contamination in mobile scientific platforms powered by propane or compressed natural gas.

Overmolded elastomer interfacial plate embeds flat heat pipes to eliminate air gaps and reduce interfacial thermal resistance.

Discharging engine lubricant directly onto fuel injectors convects heat away, eliminating complex dedicated cooling passages and preventing thermal damage.

A segmented cooling gallery integrates an open-cell radiator with annular fins to dissipate excessive piston temperatures in high-performance engines.

Segmented parallel coolant channels manage thermal stress in valve lands while minimizing pressure loss compared to single serpentine flow paths.

Modular pump mounting on the generator housing reduces inventory costs while maintaining design flexibility for utility vehicles.

Asymmetric ventilation openings in a vehicle fan shroud prevent traveling wind backflow while maintaining radial air volume.

Asymmetric inlet positioning in the annular cooling duct enhances heat dissipation from the exhaust valve bridge, reducing thermal deformation and wear.

Parallel heat exchanger baffles direct ambient air to independent coolers, maximizing temperature differentials.

An internal combustion engine cooling system switches water flow direction via a controlled pump to prevent local boiling and improve warm-up efficiency.

UV light sources inhibit bio fouling on submerged cooling tubes, preventing engine shutdowns from reduced heat transfer capacity.

Electronic control unit adjusts heater and engine pump duty ratios to maintain core flow rate after water passage connection.

Three fastening holes around the inlet port compress the seal member uniformly, preventing leaks and vibration damage in vehicle cooling systems.

A switch valve connects the LR-EGR cooler to a low temperature coolant circuit, preventing compressor overheating during high loads.

A reciprocating piston expander uses a bypass valve to admit fluid when the inlet valve remains closed, enabling self-starting without clutch engagement.

An active coolant pressure control system uses an air brake source to maintain target fluid pressure, preventing engine damage from boiling.

Repositioning the hydraulic oil cooler upstream exposes it to fresh air, resolving the trade-off between compact packaging and heat transfer efficiency.

A vehicle water pump adjusts coolant flow rates based on engine RPM and temperature to optimize exhaust heat recovery efficiency.

Tilted cooling gallery walls remove aluminum material to reduce piston mass while maintaining structural strength.

A control method manages coolant temperature in engine blocks and cylinder heads using independent sensor feedback loops.