Pipe Elements TRIZ Cases

A protective cap engages the annular space of a plug fitting to prevent contamination during storage.

Axial retraction aligns ducts at a safe distance, reducing collision risk during offshore connection.

Deforming the housing edge to clamp the cover eliminates costly threaded connections and reduces production time for piston accumulators.

A pool hose air evacuation module uses water-driven impellers to automatically remove trapped gas from suction lines.

Segmented opaque and translucent layers block UV radiation while allowing visual monitoring of uniform carrier material impregnation in sewer hoses.

Fusing radar and secondary sensor data on a crawler distinguishes true voids from false positives, preventing costly misallocation of repair resources.

Oversized shut-off disk extends beyond flow passage to distribute fluid forces across guide surfaces.

Replacing pneumatic systems with shape memory alloy wires reduces space consumption and maintenance needs in sewer inspection devices.

Double swivel couplers pivot to align adapter faces with tensile forces, preventing damage from side loading during hydraulic line disconnection.

Replacing machining and screws with adhesive bonding reduces manufacturing complexity while maintaining sealing reliability in heat exchanger casting holes.

Monolithic arcuate band expands via bolt rotation to compress gaskets, preventing pipe leaks in corrosive environments.

Hydraulic actuators propel a pipeline tool internally, eliminating hydrate formation risks from water pigging while enabling precise positioning.

Multi-stepped insertion holes enable selective pipe engagement for corroded sections, preventing leakage while reducing material loss.

A pipe-integrated pressure regulator and filter assembly reduces irrigation network components through reciprocating valve control.

Varying glass fiber tube lengths in a resin hose prevent shrinkage distortions, ensuring precise fit and adhesion for sewage pipe rehabilitation.

Tooth-like projections support the flange projection to distribute stress evenly, preventing cracks while reducing material use in polymer clamping connectors.

Local quality reinforcement at bladder protrusions prevents bursting during high-pressure liner installation, resolving reliability trade-offs.

A laser-welded cooling plate uses an inflatable track to form fluid-tight channels between substrates.

An integrated guide element accelerates fluid flow in a hydraulic damping device, resolving design complexity and pressure surge management.

Radially expands and flares a pipe liner inside a compression coupling to prevent leakage without removing the existing liner.

Segmented reference sites and graphic scales eliminate manual measurement errors when adapting exhaust tubes to diverse terminal configurations.

A refueling coupling uses a displaceable dry-break member to manage fuel flow between pressure and gravity nozzles.

Segmented welding member combines high-density polyethylene for adhesion with ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer to prevent fuel leakage through the interface.

An extendable link pivots a door to clear material flow paths, resolving obstruction issues during unloading operations.

Circular section-shaped connecting lines optimize rotor cross-sectional area usage for efficient media transport in rotating machinery.

Anchoring legs lock a radially expanding compression ring against axial sliding, preventing seal degradation over time.

Segmented switch arm extensions pivot to follow pipeline curves, preventing pigs from getting stuck at sharp angles while keeping manufacturing simple.

Film hinges link detachable clamping pieces on a connection device, resolving the trade-off between installation versatility and storage complexity.

Compressed air displaces water from a sealed housing cavity, enabling precise crack measurement without emptying the sewer.

A septic hose compressor system uses mechanical end caps to evacuate air from accordion-style hoses for compact storage.

Segmented enclosure halves with Teflon fiber sealant injection create continuous seals on pressurized pipelines, eliminating operational downtime.

An inseparable plastic grid surrounding a fluid tube dampens resonance vibrations, resolving the trade-off between mechanical stability and weight.

Bonded low-permeation layers seal interfaces between dissimilar materials, preventing fuel vapor leakage without mechanical locks.

An insulating element creates a tolerance gap between the pipe and clamp, decoupling vibration transmission to prevent structure-borne noise in buildings.

Nonlinear vent paths restrict contaminant ingress while maintaining pressure balance.

Segmented carrier module reduces equipment complexity, allowing ROVs to launch pigs efficiently in subsea environments.

A clamshell wire connector encases electrical joints within a viscous sealant chamber to create an immediate waterproof barrier.

Integrally forming support structures during additive manufacturing eliminates material waste from post-build attachment while providing vibration dampening.

A coupling device spring arm uses a ball socket joint to enable controlled locking element movement.

Inflatable bulkheads in an upstream pipe plug create a sealed chamber for pumping concrete, eliminating hazardous excavation.

Fluid potting enters hose recesses and hardens to secure the connection, eliminating expensive creep-resistant materials.

Sensor-activated suction creates underpressure across a pressure-relief valve, interrupting gas flow to prevent fire fueling during emergencies.

A flow restrictor uses a splaying body and tensioning pin to expand radially against bore walls.

Carbamate salt hardeners enable latent epoxy cross-linking, eliminating refrigeration needs and reducing polymerization energy consumption.

A vacuum pump suction check valve uses a latching mechanism to lock securely within the housing passage without requiring adhesives or tools.

Threaded rod couplers adjust curved clamp jaws to align repair members, eliminating chain hazards during pipeline welding.

A cutting nozzle sprays pressurized fluid to cut pipe lining material inside a main pipe.

Segmented nozzle perforations distribute fluid force across the bladder surface, preventing obstruction and maintaining flow in sewage applications.

An elastic pipe section with a variable elliptical cross-section reduces pressure peaks while enabling automatic cleaning procedures.

Segmented tape wings close the inner carcass interstice, reducing vibration risks and manufacturing complexity.