Power Transmission/Actuator Features TRIZ Cases

A retractable outside door handle uses a vertically arranged four-node link mechanism to achieve linear protrusion and smooth retraction.

A closing device uses a disengageable force flux element to mechanically interrupt motor drive transmission.

A clip retains the spindle axially, eliminating thrust plates and reducing part count in vehicle door locks.

A closure latch assembly uses a mono-directional power release gear to actuate the pawl and ratchet mechanism.

Homogeneous glass fiber reinforced polyamide eliminates dimensional variations from thermal expansion, preventing mechanical wear in caravan locks.

A fluid-tight electrical housing integrates a printed circuit board and motor within sealed compartments to protect components from vehicle door fluids.

Eccentric gear drives deadbolt to form triangular support structure, preventing retraction under vibration.

A vehicle latch release actuator uses a worm wheel with cam lobes in distinct planes to rotate the pawl for reliable engagement.

A motor-driven actuator integrated push opener simplifies the fuel inlet door mechanism by merging reaction and locking parts into one unit.

Rearward spring placement and nested engagement reduce advancing retreating mechanism length while maintaining locking reliability.

A motor vehicle lock uses a pivoting blocking lever to drive actuating and reversing movements purely via an electric motor.

A vehicle door closure latch integrates a power child lock actuator to manage the double pull inside release function.

A latch assembly uses a single actuator to self-re-latch the hood into a secondary position.

Segmenting the basic locking module from specific unbolting actuators reduces manufacturing complexity and costs for automotive seat backrests.

Replacing microswitches with an inductive sensor eliminates mechanical wear and reduces installation space while maintaining reliable position detection.

A vehicle door unlocking actuator uses a flexibly unwindable band connected to a rotatable loop lever.

Single motor actuates vehicle door latch release and locking functions via worm gear drive assembly, reducing component count and complexity.

Integrates drive device and closing mechanism into single latch assembly, reducing installation space and complexity.

Spring force engages detent contours on the drive element to resolve positioning reliability issues while minimizing angular play.

A retractable door handle assembly uses a worm gear mechanism to drive the handle unit.

Segmented hooks sandwich the striker to restrain slide doors, resolving structural complexity while ensuring locking reliability.

A door handle movement arrangement decouples the return spring during extension to reduce motor load.

A segmented fastening plate clamps vehicle components using fixing projections and support elements for secure attachment.

Integrated actuating mechanism combines manual handle with rotary drive to unlock and open vehicle doors in one motion, eliminating separate release switches.

A block lever intercepts the rotary member at the locking position to stop inertia-driven overshooting and ensure accurate state switching.

A motor vehicle door lock opening drive performs movements in two directions to establish mechanical redundancy.

Actuating lever with dual neutrality switches controls motor rotation for precise door lock positioning.

Removing the fixed base plate via extraction reduces module weight and installation time while maintaining structural stability.

A power latch assembly uses a single motor with a multistage gear reduction mechanism to drive a pawl and ratchet.

A resilient linkage arrangement between a double pawl latch and its power release mechanism uses a spring member to assist reset operations.

One motor replaces multiple units to reduce package size while enabling crash unlock and child lock functions.

A vehicle door handle actuator uses a spring-biased coupling to transfer rotational drive torque into pivoting cover motion.

A locking element secures transmission axis distance to prevent gear skipping and wear from delayed motor stoppage.

A vehicle door latch ratchet restraint rotates between block and release positions to disengage the ratchet member from the latch.

A detachable plug connection between two angularly connected levers simplifies assembly while minimizing the housing opening to reduce water and dirt ingress.

A door handle assembly uses mechanical coupling to detect motor rotation for user action sensing.

A transmitting member pivots to drive a detection lever through a link mechanism that limits further motion.

A swing type power door lock actuator uses a screw shaft and sector gear to convert motor rotation into linear motion for precise locking.

A vehicle actuator integrates coaxial gears and a slide member to drive linear motion within a compact housing.

A motor vehicle handle uses a cam mechanism to force and retain the functional element in its operating position.

A vehicle door handle uses a hard point crossing mechanism to switch between electrical and manual activation modes.

A motor vehicle door handle assembly uses a decoupled mass balancing element to reduce installation space depth.

A control cam guides the coupling lever to prevent unintended unlocking during high-speed impacts.

Segmenting the rocker into rigid and dynamic portions resolves manufacturing precision issues while maintaining follower tracking accuracy.

Recessed toothing on a mechanical actuating element engages only during emergencies to manually reverse a blocked electric drive, restoring theft protection.

A motor vehicle door latch device uses a common operating mechanism structure to actuate locking and releasing functions via dedicated motors.

A three-position gear shifts the inside handle release mechanism via a cam system, resolving complexity risks during emergency power loss scenarios.

An evoloid gear stage transmits high torque while reducing device complexity and weight.

Electronic control unit generates torque resistance on vehicle door handle lever to provide tactile feedback during extension.

A motor vehicle door latch device positions locking and releasing motors above and below the striker entering line to minimize housing volume.