Mowers TRIZ Cases

A pivoting mower-mounted arm lets the rider deploy or stow a weed trimmer quickly while adjusting trimmer speed for edging and mowing.

A single cam-based actuator independently adjusts the crop processing device and concave elements, reducing complexity and access openings.

Non-ionizing terahertz sensing measures grain mass, moisture, and composition in real time without interrupting harvester grain flow.

A rotating idler roller and laminar air conveyor move cut leaves rearward while reducing belt friction, tracking issues, and water use.

Capacitive electrodes in the forage harvester channel detect uneven transverse crop flow, enabling real-time correction for better chopping and lower wear.

Humidity and temperature sensing in the feeder house enables automatic harvester setting changes to reduce grain loss and breakage.

Real-time fuel and grain loss feedback lets the harvester balance output, operating cost, and crop loss during harvest.

Independent pivoting wing sections with automatic float control let a row crop header follow steep terrace back-slopes without digging in.

A sliding double bevel gear lets one drive shaft reverse cutter disc rotation, making mower modules easier to reconfigure for crop conditions.

Curved support webs and a tapered support disc guide crop material outward, reducing cob trapping in combine feederhouse sprockets.

A front-side trimmer mount keeps edging in the operator's forward view, using pivot linkage and height adjustment for safer, precise mowing.

Side and bottom protection with a grass inlet lets the mower cut lawn edges closely while blocking contact with the cutting mechanism.

A header-mounted hydraulic loop and pressure-triggered clutch raise tool flow and stabilize pressure to prevent cavitation in combine headers.

An onboard autonomous drone detects field obstacles, hovers above them, and guides route changes to protect the machine and crop.

Acceleration-correlated scan alignment improves harvester swath maps on uneven terrain, supporting route planning, obstacle avoidance, and volume estimation.

Image-based tailings monitoring adjusts the concave-rotor gap to cut unthreshed crop discharge while limiting grain and seed damage.

By combining hay mass with moisture and ash measurements, this case improves yield accuracy and better reflects feedable nutritional value.

A bypass stream with optical and capacitive sensors stabilizes crop flow for precise moisture and constituent measurement with less fouling.

Hydraulic support wheels and sensor feedback keep a harvester pick-up at stable ground contact and average height over uneven terrain.

Independent beater and meter roller control keeps harvested crop moving evenly at higher accumulation speeds, reducing clumping and plugging.

By estimating tank fill, field geometry, and crop load, this case plans opening and breakthrough passes that avoid unloading delays and soil compaction.

A tiltable cutting tower and picking array automate hop bine cutting, sectioning, and cone separation to reduce labor and speed harvests.

A clutch-switched drive path lets the trimmer head cut in opposite directions and release or wind line without stopping.

Dual mass flow sensors compare harvested material rates to detect errors, support self-recalibration, and reduce harvester downtime.

Models the crop flow line and separation coefficients to calculate harvester grain loss more accurately under changing mechanical conditions.

Field maps and in-situ sensors predict crop dry-down by location, helping automated windrowers form more uniform windrows.

Rotatable disc elements expose a second cutting edge after wear, extending harvesting disc life and reducing replacement waste.

An alignment jig and mounting plate create matched wall apertures for accurate LoS sensor installation in obstructed equipment spaces.

A clutch-switched trimmer head reverses rotation and changes the drive path between spool and housing for easier line feeding and cutting.

A detachable motor cover, fan, and self-circulating airflow improve edger cooling while preserving sealing and faster maintenance.

A protected blade space and blocking members keep a lawn mower cutting member rotating while reducing mud sticking and grass winding.

Near-infrared hyperspectral sensing estimates windrow width and volumetric spread despite changing ambient light, enabling mower control.

Opposing nested extension elements expand harvester container capacity while staying compact in transport and moving sequentially without collisions.

Independent hydraulic cylinders and a valve assembly speed roller gap adjustment and alignment for more consistent crop conditioning.

Motor-driven relative rotation between the spool and line holder automates trimming line winding, reducing manual replacement effort.

Hue histogram analysis detects obstacles in weeding regions without buried boundary lines, improving robot lawn mower accuracy and autonomy.

Independent wing pivoting with hydraulic or spring float support helps a row crop header follow steep terrace back-slopes without digging.

A pivot-axis torsion spring returns the steering arm to neutral with consistent force, overcoming friction while staying compact and low cost.

Blocking members and a snap-fit protection member shield the rotating cutter from mud and grass buildup while keeping lawn mowing efficient.

A hinged flyweight advances trimmer line only above a speed threshold, reducing bump-feed damage, jamming, and line waste.

Terrain sensors and height control keep the base cutter aligned to uneven fields, improving cutting consistency and crop processing quality.

Offset wheel placement keeps bent grass under the deck longer so the blade can lift and cut it more uniformly, reducing missed strips.

A single-fastener counterknife holder speeds blade replacement and reversal in harvesters while debris shields reduce residue buildup.

A balanced battery layout lets the reciprocating cutting blade pivot up to clear grass buildup, preserving cutting accuracy and operator comfort.

A pivoting break-away curtain contains mower debris while rotating clear for cutter bar service and obstacle accommodation.

Defined guide-surface curves and spacing improve chopped crop flow in forage harvesters while reducing energy use and buildup.

A torsion spring and eccentric adjuster return separate steering levers to neutral, preventing unintended movement in riding lawn care vehicles.

A vertical central separator splits tangled or horizontal crop in the header gap to prevent buildup and improve feed into the harvester.

Metered grain injection creates repeatable ground truth for combine loss sensors, improving calibration accuracy without costly field verification.

Sensors and onboard processing turn routine mowing into precise golf course topography mapping, reducing manual surveying time and effort.