Sleeve/Socket Joints TRIZ Cases

Nested expandable backup rings with interlocking slots and flanges prevent elastomeric seal extrusion in downhole tubulars.

Segmented annular gasket anchors rigidly to pipe while flexible seal adapts to movement, preventing debris infiltration and leakage.

A tool holder accommodates hex and SDS plus shanks via adjustable locking mechanisms.

A coupling assembly uses a stop seal ring and compression nut to secure conduit ends together without rotation.

Bonded mechanical restraint members join pipe sections to distribute stress and inhibit axial movement, eliminating complex bolt tightening.

Hard segments within an elastomeric matrix prevent extrusion and maintain a tight seal against fluid flow in oil well conduits.

A flow path guide plug directs mist through a communication hole to tool through-holes.

Protuberance-based elastomeric connector resists pressure peaks in dialysis circuits, preventing leaks.

A composite gasket with a hard plastic core and thermoplastic elastomer lip seals pipe joints mechanically, eliminating hazardous chemical solvents.

A clamping ring with deformable protrusions secures a replaceable tool tip via radial locking elements.

Horizontal gripping pins retract and extend on a rotary chuck to minimize overlap with the wafer, enabling effective peripheral region surface treatment.

Segmented cam surfaces optimize locking and unlocking phases, reducing torque requirements and operator effort during tool changes.

An inner wall ridge engages with the opposing pipe section to seal exhaust gases, eliminating complex assembly steps in tight attic spaces.

An integral retaining tab secures a metal seal in flat face fittings, enabling operation from -150°C to 537°C without elastomer degradation.

A push-fit piping joint assembly uses a split retaining ring and release pusher to connect fluid conduits without soldering or threading.

An overmoulded interface joint connects two pipe lengths while conducting electrical current, preventing fluid leaks and electric arcs in aircraft fuel systems.

Adjustable tool holder maintains cutting alignment across varying pipe diameters, resolving precision trade-offs.

A composite expansion compensator absorbs thermal stresses in thermoplastic piping systems.

Segmented collar with flexible sealing members accommodates dimension changes, enabling in-situ repair without fluid supply disruption.

Reduced cross-section bending portions absorb manufacturing tolerance forces, preventing breakage in high-pressure ductile cast iron pipe connections.

A Coulombic electrostatic chuck holds larger workpieces using a high-k dielectric layer and embedded electrodes.

Ring-shaped protrusions on a PEEK cartridge body elastically deform under clamping force to prevent leakage between sealing rings and the cartridge.

A flexible pipe coupling integrates an outer shield and inner liner directly into composite bellows convolutions to enhance structural durability.

An automatic locking slide secures a fire hydrant nozzle against theft and accidental separation under pressure without manual intervention.

Segmented electrode layers in an electrostatic chuck increase capacitance difference, resolving the contradiction between holding force and detection accuracy.

Shot peening modifies the surface of a colored ceramic sintered body to reduce total reflectance below 7% at 360 nm while maintaining mechanical durability.

An integrated connection member reduces component count and manufacturing complexity by merging guide, sealing, and mounting functions into one extruded part.

A rotary cutter throttle system manages fluid-air mixture pressure to deliver a consistent mist from the tool tip.

Axial claw overlap in a pipe joint separation prevention device eliminates non-contact regions, preventing stress concentration and lining layer cracking.

Segmented locking rings align circular pipes and adjustable seal packing prevents leakage without requiring skilled personnel.

A down-the-hole drill hammer uses a segmented chuck assembly to engage the bit shank and a reverse exhaust backhead to manage air flow.

Projections maintain segment spacing to allow direct pipe insertion, eliminating disassembly time and manual lubrication.

Expansive grout injection cures under pressure to eliminate rubber creep and relaxation, ensuring long-term watertightness in precast concrete structures.

A tool connector employs a movable collar and ball detent locking mechanism to accommodate one-inch and two-inch hex bits without jamming.

Anodized plenum surfaces and a dielectric layer insulate gas passages, preventing plasma arcing while maintaining thermal conduction.

A quick connect device secures medical tool adapters through a rotating annular member and slide lock mechanism.

Concentric circular grooves with arcuate bends counteract wafer warping to maintain flatness for reliable 3D scanning.

A polymeric duct coupler with square threads engages adjacent ducts to establish a secure liquid-tight seal through rotational assembly.

A floating chuck assembly uses a pivoting linkage and gas cylinder to enable vertical movement of the cutting tool.

An integrated pressure ring with asymmetric threads prevents co-rotation and loosening of the housing socket during assembly.

A rigid pipe coupling support mates with the exterior surface of a pliable coupling to resist shear and tension forces from ground settlement.

Welding a flared socket lip to a spigot hump provides end restraint without damaging internal linings.

Segmenting the base body into a stationary unit and an interchangeable cone-coupled body eliminates time-consuming coaxial realignment during workpiece changes.

A composite pest control seal uses resilient foam and a rigid retainer to block gaps around recreational vehicle hoses.

Radial coupling elements in dental handpieces eliminate manual screw tightening, preventing unintentional loosening while simplifying assembly.

A pipe connector grip member uses sharp portions to bite the pipe surface, enhancing binding force and sealing efficiency.

Segmented clamshell housing with slit elastomeric end seals enables pipe sealing without cutting, resolving installation complexity for damaged sections.

A rotating seal assembly with a spherical body and lubrication compartment maintains pressurized air flow between non-rotating axles and spinning wheels.

An elastically deformable element in the suspension absorbs vibrations between the fuel injector and connecting body, reducing structure-borne noise.

Rigid stop ring inside elastic seal prevents pinching damage during angular displacement while maintaining fluid-tight joint integrity.