Sleeve/Socket Joints TRIZ Cases

A frustoconical integral bearing and sleeve improve load transfer between composite and metallic landing gear parts while reducing weight.

A slotted rigid collet replaces thin sleeves to grip the plunger securely while improving axial rigidity, wear resistance, and tolerance control.

Spring-biased gripping parts and seals create a strong pipe joint without welding, cutting installation time, hazards, and skilled labor needs.

Perpendicular drive rods, rockers, and a synchronizer ring let four jaws self-compensate and clamp irregular workpieces with repeatable coaxial alignment.

A recessed slide-piston interface improves chuck positioning, sealing, and clamping force transmission in smaller external clamping chucks.

A single weldable annular coupler replaces multi-part sealed duct joints, cutting assembly cost and simplifying concrete segment installation.

An inclined retaining ring locks onto the pipe exterior to prevent pull-out under large tensile force without using an inner core.

Slanted integral coolant grooves guide flow inward in a rotating chuck, avoiding extra nozzle parts and improving tool cooling at high speed.

Lower-expansion stress rods create bore bulges that raise tool shank grip while allowing thermal release without overheating damage.

A pivoting locking pin and sleeve create a compact metal snap-fit that preserves concentricity, transmits torque, and simplifies automated tool changes.

Pressure-driven relative movement varies sealing-ring compression in a tube connector, reducing elastic fatigue while maintaining leak-tight engagement.

A telescopic extension and locking mechanism let one holder fit different shell cutter sizes, reducing tool changes and setup time.

Flat grooves and an annular gap form a closed coolant jacket around the tool shank, improving high-speed cooling with lower flow demand.

A ramp-shaped guideway shifts the locking element smoothly, cutting tool insertion and unlocking force in handheld power tools.

Axially moving a retaining ring with resilient tabs lets a pipe fitting lock securely, then disconnect quickly for removal and reinsertion.

Segmented transfer elements and guides improve axial-to-radial force conversion, reducing tilt and stress in large-diameter clamping.

Radial-cut metal rims and unthreaded bolt clamping simplify pipe repair flange assembly while preventing axial displacement and leakage.

Hooked coupling segments use one fastener to simplify pipe alignment and assembly while maintaining a secure, leak-proof joint.

Integrated ejector pins lock clamping segments against centrifugal release while preserving radial play and machining accuracy.

A serpentine retainer and flexible seal maintain even pressure on exhaust manifold joints despite thermal expansion and vibration.

Multiple socket sealing surfaces and a locking ring create redundant liquid-tight seals that make pipe joints easier to install without leaks.

A pivoting fastening element and slotted translation unit create axial clamping force for compact, tool-free coupling of handheld power tools.

A rotating gripper and spring clip lock pipe in the socket under high tension while limiting stress that can cause deformation, leaks, and cracking.

A tethered ISO 80369-3 enteral connector keeps the fitting attached to nasogastric tubes while maintaining a secure fluid-tight device connection.

A spring-loaded safety retainer keeps the locking element engaged under vibration while helping verify correct fit and bursting strength.

A radial spring cone clamp balances workpieces from inside or outside with one adjustable adapter, reducing exchange effort and improving accuracy.

Dual bevel spreading mechanisms expand radial spacing evenly, preventing tilt and improving annular gap sealing against water ingress.

Interfering curved seal surfaces between thread sets maintain annular sealing under bending, twisting, torsion, and varying torque.

A hold-open clip keeps grooved pipe coupling segments aligned and spaced for easier pipe insertion, less gasket deformation, and faster sealing.

A spring-loaded retaining clip shifts arm spacing between lock and release positions to prevent leaks while allowing easy male coupling removal.

An angled pass-through coupling connects misaligned threaded rods without heating or bending, preserving strength and simplifying seismic restraint installation.

A wire retainer locks male and female fluid couplers through a groove to prevent false engagement and separation without tools.

Replace only worn hose or pipe sections using a clamped coupling assembly that keeps alignment secure and connections fluid-tight.

Hinged male and female port frames nest and lock to transfer material between contained systems while preserving isolation and portability.

An elastic seal fitted into collet jaw recesses blocks chips, preserving clamping force, concentricity, and spring function.

Wave-shaped claw sections increase locking ring rigidity, resisting pull-out forces while reducing pipe penetration and leakage risk.

A U-shaped clamp connector uses stress structures, a fixing mechanism, and elastic sealing to cut material use while enabling quick pipe connection and release.

A cam-shaped gripper and spring clip lock pipe in the socket, resisting pullout while limiting stress, deformation, and seal failure.

Compressed-air clamping near the collet and an internal support pipe enable high-speed spindle rotation with adjustable force and less work vibration.

Segmented grip teeth, a lobed seal, and an angled separator ring improve stress distribution and protect the seal in press-fit pipe joints.

A side-surface coded marking keeps chuck product information readable by scanner when installation-surface markings are covered during machining.

A detachable saddle and sliding sealing interface let rigid conduit assemblies rotate and shift axially for easier installation in confined spaces.

A radially overlapping seal and thinner locking member shorten the pipe joint, improve sealing, and resist pullout forces.

Interlocking semi-cylindrical coupler halves join conduits without cutting, enabling secure repair and easy connector replacement.

Replaceable clamp members and an external load sensor enable cost-effective clamping force measurement across different collet assemblies.

A sealed filter housing and clearance-fit coupling simplify air filter service while keeping intake air isolated from engine-compartment air.

Interlocking inner and outer protrusions enable tool-free connector assembly while maintaining strong axial engagement through relative rotation.

A programmable inductive interface compares sensor data with stored jaw settings to cut chuck setup time and support reliable workpiece centering.

Intumescent particles in a gel seal expand into insulating char during fire exposure, maintaining HEPA filter sealing and limiting leakage.

Radial sealing ribs and a center rib help pipe coupling gaskets avoid pinching, trapped fluid, and cold-weather seal failure.