Pipe Elements TRIZ Cases

Flexible latch members secure the duct port in HVAC walls, resolving attachment reliability issues while maintaining simple manufacturing.

Segmented O-ring assemblies seal turbine casing feeding holes, eliminating inclined pipes that cause uneven water pressure during hydrostatic testing.

A PTFE seal ring with a rigid retainer prevents refrigerant leaks during maintenance, eliminating system shutdowns.

Segmented liners and an annular spacer prevent curing damage at branch joints, reducing excavation costs.

A shut-off device uses a cutting blade to sever pipe sections and form seals within the chamber.

Four blocking valves and three vent valves enable safe orifice plate removal by equalizing pressure differentials before isolation.

Cold crimped steel pipe fittings join bunded systems without welding, eliminating fire hazards during hazardous fluid installation.

A reversible pump moves water for firefighting and cleanup using a single unit.

A pipe lining former guides along the axis to create a consistent annular gap.

A branchless coupling fitting features a sealable access opening for in-situ leak testing via an inflatable balloon mechanism.

An adapter connects multi-lumen and single tubes using matching ports to route fluid and electrical wires through a compact structure.

An optical filter element in the UV curing lamp blocks harmful short-wave ultraviolet radiation, protecting health and extending component service life.

A sealed injection system introduces tracer dye into pressurized pipelines through a dedicated guide body and gate valve assembly.

Segmented clamp and seal elements maintain pressure integrity during pipe cutting to prevent gas escape.

A modular hose connection kit combines fluid inlet and outlet components to simplify assembly operations.

Fluid pressure moves the carrier to separate seal surfaces, eliminating piping stress from line spreading.

A shaft plug seals the golf club lumen with a deformable sealing member to block epoxy entry during assembly.

A bursting head combines hydraulic tension with pneumatic impacts to fracture underground pipes through cyclic fatigue stress.

Radial outlet arrangement reduces axial bulk while increasing capacity for varying production demands.

Elongated valve closing body extends into wet mixing vessel environment, allowing flowing powder to clean the surface and prevent bridge formation.

Motor-driven drums pull pipe tools through existing lines, reducing equipment weight and pit size for trenchless replacement.

A compact hydraulic manifold integrates pistons and valves to actuate pipeline isolation tools.

A helical cartridge element controls valve closing speed through fluid dynamic resistance.

A pump moves fluid through an air inlet line to create a gas-enhanced mixture via Venturi effects.

Over-molded composite structures reduce manufacturing costs by replacing filament winding while maintaining strength for downhole zonal isolation tools.

A slimline tieback connector uses a stepped locking mandrel to transmit separation forces through two bearing surfaces.

A tensioning core couples handles to distribute force evenly, preventing center bagging and wrinkles on cylindrical pipes.

An elastic piston head expands into a hollow dome within a breathable low pressure accumulator, increasing volumetric capacity without enlarging physical size.

A pipe lining apparatus uses a flexible conduit to deliver material while allowing nozzle access.

Continuous temperature monitoring detects PCA unit malfunctions caused by hose issues, preventing unnoticed performance degradation.

A segmented modular connector uses identical molded parts to enable flexible handling and secure coupling in confined spaces.

Segmenting the fuel delivery into two independent passages allows flowing fuel to cool stagnant fuel in low-flow conditions, preventing coking.

Separable ring segments connect into a hollow cylinder, enabling insertion through small access openings without expensive enlargement.

A one-piece metallic bellows absorbs pressure pulsations through elastic deformation without weld seams.

A flexible pipe collar uses adjustment openings and hooking mechanisms to encircle fluid conduits securely.

Integrated molded polymeric gripping ring eliminates separate metal components, reducing manufacturing complexity and production costs for plumbing fittings.

Injectable polymer fills the annular space between a metal sleeve and hooped tubes, restoring mechanical strength lost during welding.

A female connector locking member features a profile lead-in to guide male bayonet insertion and secure the joint.

An intermediary bushing with a cavity and lip ensures self-alignment and prevents leakage in radial bores.

Segmented patch applicator with protective films seals pipeline coating defects, reducing repair failure from inconsistent manual methods.

Vacuum infusion cures resin into fiber sheets to restore structural integrity while minimizing service interruption time.

A segmented foreline isolates ignition risks by routing waste through a bypass until pressure drops, preventing flame propagation to the process chamber.

A threaded plumbing access cover interlocks with a base to secure pipe maintenance.

Curved tapered passage eliminates abrupt flow disruptions to prevent precipitation blockage in CO2 insect traps.

Composite enclosure walls with insulation layers protect cables from blast and fire hazards while allowing panel removal for maintenance.

A safety isolation plug fitting uses a valve assembly and flow deflector to detect pressurized fluid in pipes without disconnecting the component.

A plug control system actuates devices using repetitive external fluid pressure fluctuations.

A quick connector retainer integrates a metallic insert to bridge the tube upset and connector body.

A fluid regulator uses a segmented flow restrictor to select specific fluid passages for precise medical gas delivery.