Pump Components TRIZ Cases

A self-monitoring system adjusts pump leakage gaps using sensors and actuators to maintain optimal clearance.

Curved stacking line in turbomachine stator vanes reduces nacelle length and acoustic noise by smoothing flow transitions.

Convex and concave endwall contours minimize horseshoe vortex losses in gas turbine engines by directing fluid flow.

Serrated thermoplastic elastomer retention pegs prevent bracket deformation and vibration transmission to sensitive electronic components.

Adjustable air scoop inlet directs prevailing wind through an air turbine to generate electricity at cost-effective rates.

Radially split inner ring mounts brush seal to eliminate rotor-side sealing webs, reducing component count and weight while maintaining sealing effectiveness.

A blade with a U-shaped leading edge and W-shaped trailing edge reduces surface area to lower frictional loss.

A turbo compressor design isolates the compression gas channel from the motor cooling system to maintain pressure integrity.

Integrated mechanical abutments restrict fan blade rotation to prevent flat pitch entry, eliminating heavy counterweights and reducing engine mass.

A split flow vacuum pump shaft uses a structural sleeve to increase rigidity while reducing weight.

A blade outer air seal system uses ring carriers and a ring member with distinct coefficients of thermal expansion to control tip clearance.

Segmented annular seal reduces gas flow leakage by using offset joints and ramped interfaces to create tortuous passages.

A blower system cools an inverter using gas flow generated by the impeller suction force.

Radial introduction of cooling flow reduces turbulence and flow resistance in the delivery stream, enhancing hydraulic efficiency for large volume operations.

A multistage pump balance mechanism uses a check valve in the balance pipe to direct fluid flow from the balance space toward the suction side.

Composite housings resolve the weight versus reliability trade-off by containing turbine fragments while reducing stationary object mass.

Inclined hub surface and internal connection passage manage pressure differences in turbocharger turbine rotor blades.

Spring-actuated metallic seals absorb thermal expansion forces within axial clearances, eliminating seal wear and leakage in turbine engines.

Suction ports extract boundary layer fluid from stator vanes and eject it between seal fins to reduce steam leakage.

Spray-applied closed-cell polyurethane foam cures into a rigid seal within shroud collar grooves, preventing gas-laden fluid leaks that cause motor overheating.

Tapered nozzles with jagged edges maintain constant air velocity to optimize thrust while reducing noise and mechanical stress on car wash dryer housings.

Segmented plates create a polygonal exit to resolve high fabrication costs and complex handwork in steam turbine inlet assemblies.

Dual flange engagement points route wires away from the impeller to prevent entanglement and reduce wind-induced noise.

Integrally formed rivets on impeller blades engage disk holes to create a tight mechanical seal without auxiliary joining parts.

Impeller vent holes and housing ribs increase static pressure while reducing coolant velocity, preventing vaporization and leakage in engine water pumps.

Patterned annular screen stabilizes airflow between blades and vanes, preventing air leaks caused by pressure differences.

A fuel pump bracket mounts pressure-control and retention valves to unify the assembly.

Twisted vanes in a rigid fan air guide adapt to hub distances, reducing manufacturing costs while minimizing air recirculation.

A deformation absorbing slit around the bolt hole redirects fastening stress radially outward to protect cylinder bore roundness.

A fan frame structure incorporates a vibration absorbing structure with support columns and cantilevers that swing freely to dampen oscillations.

A diagonal fan wheel uses a rear negative pressure zone to draw cooling air through the electric motor interior.

A conical root segment increases stiffness to raise resonant frequencies, avoiding high cycle fatigue damage in gas turbine engines.

Circumferential cooling rings induce vortices to increase air velocity adjacent to the rotor disk, mitigating thermo-mechanical fatigue.

An annular channel diverts discharge water over the motor housing, resolving overheating in submerged vertical axis pump units.

Vertical electrodes measure liquid conductivity to detect cavitation, enabling pump regulation that prevents milk damage while maintaining throughput.

A centrifugal pump uses a flexible decoupling element to seal inlet and outlet openings while allowing limited movement of the split pot.

Internal drainage pipes route liquid to the intake plenum, eliminating external separators and reducing device complexity.

Segmented airfoils with resilient rings enable individual repair while filler blocks provide vibration damping.

Merging acoustic liners with thermal management structures reduces fan duct volume, maintaining engine reliability in compact spaces.

A fluid injector assembly introduces supply chamber fluid into the main flow path via a dedicated insert.

A compressor inlet integrates a Map Width Enhanced structure with crankcase ventilation to stabilize gas flow.

An inclined vaneless space between the impeller and diffuser ring manages radial airflow discharge.

High camber stator vanes strengthen endwall flow to reduce tip blockage and increase compressor stall margin.

Segmented turbine housing with integrated cooling slots maintains bearing temperature while ensuring structural integrity against high pressure.

A processor-based flow module maps fluid curves to regulate turbine actuator positioning.

An integrated mounting ring with a gear rack rotates vanes, reducing duplicate parts and sealing complexity in radial inflow turbines.

An oval film cooling hole in a wall protrusion reduces flow losses and increases convective heat transfer at high operating temperatures.

Asymmetric radial positioning of spiral plates eliminates backward gas flow gaps, improving exhaust efficiency and reducing friction loss.

A plastic bearing cup encloses a metal base seat extension that conducts heat from the bearing.