Machines/Engines TRIZ Cases

Relocating potential separation to the electronics unit prevents microwave attenuation and interference.

A cam phaser uses a reaction mechanism to unload the locking interface for relative rotation.

A non-deformable sleeve valve controls the filling channel to ensure rapid hydraulic fluid refilling between injection cycles.

A fuel supply module uses a dual inlet pump to separate liquid and vapor intake.

A floating wave energy platform uses hydraulic power generation to capture marine wave motion.

Segmented anti-rotation pin elastically deforms to lock into a fixing member slot, preventing injector separation during transportation.

An inflatable wind harvester resolves urban deployment complexity by using pneumatic bellows to absorb gusts and adjust height dynamically.

A cup-like spring seat guide portion stabilizes the constant residual pressure valve element within a high-pressure pump fuel system.

A non-return valve maintains the inlet valve closed during startup to reduce torque requirements.

Compressed rubber boot seals ignition coil and firing end assemblies, preventing unwanted corona discharge.

Dynamic power control reduces interference radiation from tilted antennas while preserving measurement reliability.

A wind turbine vane receptacle adopts dynamic configurations to maximize energy conversion.

A concave guide surface on the pump unit directs insertion into a fuel tank opening, preventing components from catching on the periphery during rotation.

A fuel flow passage member uses enlarged inner diameters in tubular portions to cancel pressure acting on joint surfaces.

Plural shape memory alloy wires drive lateral image sensor movement, enabling miniaturized optical image stabilization without increasing device volume.

Elongated end-members relieve strain on shape memory alloy wire connections, increasing fatigue resistance beyond 10^6 cycles.

An electrically-driven actuator arrangement shifts position relative to engine exothermic bodies to prevent overheating.

Segmenting the sensor circuit across housing and element resolves device complexity while ensuring filtration integrity through precise resistance monitoring.

A fuel delivery device uses a pressure container and switching valve to create a return flow through the fuel filter.

A lubrication system adjusts oil temperature using a variable thermostat threshold controlled by engine load and speed sensors.

A hydrophobic hollow body creates a precipitation gap that discharges separated water drops to an outlet without obstructing fuel flow.

Segmented steel crown and aluminum skirt pistons withstand direct injection heat while maintaining low weight.

Compensating absolute and relative drift in wind turbine pressure sensors by comparing measured values against reference pressures during idling spin cycles.

Segmented acoustic paths measure reflection conditions to locate the interface between liquid and sludge layers, enabling precise tank cleaning schedules.

A glow plug drive control apparatus measures resistance value gradients during energization to determine component condition.

Shared chambers eliminate pneumatic inertia and pressure losses from pipe networks, maintaining efficiency across varying swell orientations.

Dual echo curves calculate overlay medium characteristics to compensate for signal propagation errors and improve measurement accuracy.

Counter-rotating capture plates with inertial masses convert rotational energy to linear thrust, reducing friction wear and power loss.

Angled measuring tube sections distribute reflections to achieve destructive interference, reducing signal amplitude by 20 to 25 dB.

A co-constructed power generation device uses a single electromagnetic coil and magnetic body to generate electricity from both rotation and shaking.

A resonating electrical generator converts ambient motion into high-frequency oscillation for efficient power generation.

An explosion proof radar level gauge integrates an electrical barrier to connect high-energy circuitry with intrinsically safe power supplies.

A data analysis tool consolidates hydraulic sensor readings into a unified graphical display.

A segmented breakwater structure channels sea water into inclined chambers to drive air turbines for electricity generation.

A forked retainer snaps into a fuel rail socket groove to secure the injector flange through elastic deformation.

Convex ostomy guide plates determine stoma configuration to resolve the trade-off between seal reliability and assessment capability.

An auxiliary exchanger with a motor fan prevents oil solidification during low-temperature stoppages.

Additive manufacturing merges the anode, injector, and chamber bottom into one component, eliminating gluing steps.

A pulsed radar system determines interface levels using pulse shape analysis.

Expanding deep bottom space directs running air to cool the rear oil pan, reducing bolt strain without adding external components.

A power-generating wheel system uses buoyant balls rising through a liquid riser tube to rotate drive wheels and transfer torque.

Segmented reservoir baffles manage cold fluid viscosity and pressure buildup while minimizing hydraulic pump noise.

A lens autofocus actuating device uses shape-memory alloy wires to drive a lens carrier along a guide rail unit.

A wave energy converter float transfers vertical motion through knuckle joints and a metal triangle to drive generator gears.

A liquid level system uses a control unit to trigger blowdowns based on probe contamination thresholds.

Angled ribs inside the ventilation duct impede gas flow to retain separated condensate, reducing upstream device complexity while minimizing emissions.

A feedforward structure adjusts feedwater flow based on steam production to stabilize drum levels.

Rail-mounted cameras and acoustic sensors rotate with the blade pitch to detect damage across the full circumferential area without on-site inspection.

A scalable multi-element shape memory alloy rotary motor employs multiple SMA tubes coupled in parallel to a common output via a ratcheting gear transmission.

Recesses and convex portions on the side surfaces control springback, maintaining shape accuracy despite low Young's modulus.