Pipe Elements TRIZ Cases

A transparent cover with a magnifying-projecting portion blends the wire hiding device into the wall surface.

Threaded spherical pins and locking caps ensure reliable petal pivoting while viscous fluid brakes mitigate water hammer effects.

A removable flange and pressurized airlock isolate gas pipe tappings, eliminating excavation needs and reducing environmental disruption during maintenance.

A quick connector uses a movable support to secure the connecting piece against tilting during locking engagement.

Hardened lateral edge ribs on a vibration-isolating insert resist deformation under load, preventing pull-out while maintaining secure pipe grip.

Hydraulic rams extend thrust force to resolve tensile load complexity trade-offs in pipe bursting.

A renovation liner uses an elastic polyurethane film to close its open end, allowing insertion through small pipe openings.

A coupling assembly uses a single tension component to fracture at a precise tensile force, eliminating jamming from misaligned shear pins in oil pipelines.

An inflatable ring structure fixates the seal brim while radiant energy cures the resin locally, preventing liner damage during pipeline renovation.

A segmented distributor shaft uses precious materials in the upper region and standard materials below to reduce costs.

Integrated check valves in the coupling socket and plug automatically seal flow openings to prevent uncontrolled cryogenic fluid escape during decoupling.

Asymmetric rib geometries guide proper orientation during insertion, preventing misconnections while enabling easy disconnection under load.

A hydrostatic plate bearing uses serial orifice and membrane restrictors to split working fluid flow.

Single blank construction eliminates weld joints to reduce leaks while maintaining structural integrity.

A pipe connector uses a pressure-activated closure member to route fluid from an outer flow space.

Torsion overcomes exponential frictional resistance in helical pipes while water flooding lubricates the interface.

Spreading meridian windings on a preform reduces plug thickness and weight, easing insertion through small pipe openings.

Folding an extrusion molded elastomer resin sheet creates a cable guide that avoids large mold requirements and temperature control issues.

A pipeline plug uses a slip assembly to frictionally engage pipe walls for secure retention.

Integrating a check valve into the coupling structure dampens pressure pulses without increasing installation space or adding separate components.

A winding device applies polymerizable pre-impregnated tape to pipelines for structural reinforcement.

A pulsation removing pipe dampens liquid pressure fluctuations between the pump and nozzle.

An axial setting force drives radial expansion of the seal assembly, preventing fluid leakage during maintenance without draining the system.

A female quick-connect coupler uses a spring-actuated collet finger to secure fluid conduits.

Loosely twisted prepreg tows resolve the stiffness-flexibility contradiction, enabling automated placement along small radii without wrinkling.

Segmented liners with deformable collars eliminate joint discontinuities and shear stress, removing the need for complex internal rehabilitation.

A shaft connection mechanism uses a spring that alters its diameter to secure two shafts in place.

Radially expandable seals adapt to varying pipe diameters, resolving installation complexity while enabling remote leak detection.

Segmented axial Helmholtz resonators solve size and frequency trade-offs by using gravity drainage to prevent condensate accumulation.

Segmented polymeric cores and metallic clamps resolve weight-reliability trade-offs in check valve assemblies while reducing manufacturing costs.

Asymmetric sealing surfaces limit rotation during assembly, preventing housing deformation under high pressure.

Segmentation extracts cleaning duties into a replaceable liner, eliminating sterilization downtime while maintaining measurement accuracy.

Segmented HDPE covers connect via interlocking posts to adapt to varying terrain without labor-intensive nailing.

Outboard piston stop and support bracket reduce reaction forces, enabling steel casting or plastic molding without sacrificing charge capacity.

An inclinatory contact portion converts pull-out force into arm compression, preventing disconnection during impact.

A protective cap features a flexible tether connecting a head cover to an attachment base with multiple through holes of varying diameters.

A pipe lining former maintains a consistent annular gap using spacers to guide hardenable mass application.

Segmented layers and composite materials prevent hydrogen sulfide permeation in sour gas transport.

Anti-static composite caps absorb impact shock and manage vapor pressure to prevent operator injuries during liquid transport operations.

Thermal reduction of a plastic liner pipe eliminates on-site tensile loading infrastructure and lowers mobilization costs.

A composite plug system uses an oblong inner plate and adhesive filler to seal tubular pipe holes without welding.

A segmented sealing housing with an integral valve assembly enables temporary or permanent flow control without damaging pipe integrity.

An autonomous electrical pipeline isolation tool replaces hydraulic systems with direct electric drive and ELF communication for reliable operation.

A cylindrical passageway locking system uses pressure gauges and equalization piping to verify plug expansion.

Segmented transition tubes accommodate varying pipe diameters while preventing resin overflow during curing.

A resizing sleeve expands to fit a thicker pipe section and contracts for installation.

Flexible connections route aerodynamic and pressure loads between shrouded pipe assemblies via the valve shroud, protecting the valve from structural damage.

Discontinuous bonding segments the pressure receiving plate interface, preventing air confinement and stabilizing ink supply.

A one-piece conduit blocking device uses an extended bolt head to prevent nut removal, while a fluid passage eliminates freezing damage from water retention.