Self Acting Brakes TRIZ Cases

Position sensing and electromagnetic brake release keep a safe brake lining gap, preventing drum contact, smoking, and conveyor shutdowns.

An integrated spring-applied hydraulic friction brake lets a gerotor motor hold position and release smoothly at any rotation point, even on slopes.

A spring-loaded brake block on the driven shaft delivers automatic reverse braking with high torque, low friction, and simpler joint transmission structure.

Multiple interference-fit friction clips on a parallel shaft smooth stick-slip and keep drag torque stable over life and temperature.

Sensors track electromagnetic rod positions to keep a stable brake lining gap, preventing vibration, smoking, and shutdowns in conveyors.

A centrifugal brake limits spring-driven belt rewind speed in microgravity, preventing whiplash while allowing normal extraction.

A centrifugal brake limits belt rewinding speed in space retractor systems, preventing whiplash while allowing normal belt extraction.

Articulated brake pads create a self-locking non-backdriving transmission that cuts play, raises torque density, and supports higher duty cycle.

Narrow spacer strips replace bushings to enlarge brake rotor friction radius and hold a precise small air gap for higher torque and longer life.

A permanent brake plus switchable radial contact holds doors and flaps with precise torque while cutting continuous power use and wear.

A grooved braking wheel and axial movable pole let a passenger conveyor auxiliary brake release automatically without manual reset.

A switched magnetic actuator engages an elevator safety brake across large ferromagnetic gaps, reducing mechanical complexity and false actuation.

A self-locking spring and mounting seat create one-way friction in lifting columns, reducing wobble and motor loss while keeping stable braking.

A magnetic actuator array triggers an elevator safety brake across larger ferromagnetic gaps, cutting mechanical complexity and failure risk.

A load-dependent brake cuts braking force as tailgate load rises, enabling smaller motors while maintaining secure holding and overload protection.

A floating impact gear separates for normal torque transfer, then locks against a friction plate to brake reverse transmission smoothly.

DC current applied to irrigation motor windings after power-off holds the rotor, preventing tower coasting on uneven terrain and reducing brake wear.

A modular braking assembly lets the worn fall arrester brake unit be swapped safely while preserving consistent stopping torque.

An eccentric, flexible actuator arm uses inertial and centrifugal forces to deliver fast braking across a wider angular-speed range.

A rotating blocking member and elastic element stop self-lock pin insertion during gear motion, preventing accidental spindle lock damage.

Curved slot and protrusion guidance replaces pin-based pawl actuation, enabling a smaller, lighter self-retracting lifeline brake.

A single actuator converts rotation to axial pad movement and holds parking brake force without extra transmission parts, cutting brake complexity and cost.

Cam grooves, balls, and spring-loaded braking stop back driving while reducing chatter, ratcheting, wear, and maintenance.

An adjustable pushing member keeps robot joint brake friction within range, shortening brake distance while limiting component impact and wear.

Closely fitted ring surfaces and ratchet engagement improve drum brake deceleration while reducing wear, maintenance effort, and replacement cost.

A flexure-borne pawl engages a ratchet during a fall to decelerate users with less friction, fewer parts, and more consistent braking.

A pre-curved brake surface and biased brake member spread braking force to cut wear, prevent mounting tube damage, and extend service life.

A spring-loaded cam with a V-groove lets a line grab slip at overload and automatically re-grab, reducing rope wear and setup errors.

Impeller-shaped channels use centrifugal force to recirculate oil around skewed rollers, improving cooling and lubrication in no-back brake assemblies.

Metallic friction pairs with a sintered surface raise temperature tolerance and torque stability while keeping a spring-applied brake compact.

Velocity- and acceleration-actuated pawls with a drum-mounted buttress improve fall-arrest braking while reducing force transmitted to the user.

A variable-angle cam and spring let a line grab slip at overload and automatically re-grab, reducing line damage and full load release.