Superstructure Subunits TRIZ Cases

Foam encapsulation joins a frameless roof module to a framed unit, eliminating common frames to reduce material waste and manufacturing costs.

A three-piece rear fender assembly separates the posterior subassembly from the main body to enable independent replacement.

A deep-drawn panel recess uses segmented bottom and wall ribs to increase structural stiffness.

Aligning the gutter drain portion with the top deck prevents water droplets from entraining in airflow, avoiding air conditioning malfunctions.

Segmented floor surfaces guide debris into a removable-plug chute, resolving the trade-off between cleaning ease and debris trapping in utility vehicles.

Diagonal troughs channel water inward and a retractable mud flap minimizes spray to reduce vehicle contamination.

Offset legs and barbed wings adapt to varying sheet metal thicknesses and curvatures while resisting vibration noise.

A snowmobile frame integrates a steering hoop structure with tunnel side panels to support running boards and toe clips.

Flat clips bridge reduced fender structures to secure mud flaps, resolving positioning accuracy issues across diverse vehicle makes.

A resin roof structure uses tailored adhesive layers to bond outer and inner panels while accommodating differential thermal expansion.

A cowl top garnish drain rib directs water flow away from sensitive functional components, preventing splashing issues caused by low water speeds.

A pivoting bracket with a cantilevered end and retention feature secures trim panels and hoses to vehicle pillars.

Segmented bow members and inclined supports reduce rollover risk by lowering the center of gravity without adding heavy stiffeners.

An expandable hole plug assembly secures within panel holes using a main body and an integrated sealing layer.

Segmenting the cross-member into distinct pipes joined by an intermediary unit reduces weight while maintaining rigidity.

A pointer arm functions as a light guide to distribute illumination from rear-mounted LEDs across the dial perimeter.

Elastically deformable mating members create elastic averaging couplings that absorb manufacturing positional variance while maintaining precise alignment.

Uniformly spaced arc-shaped walls distribute vertical load stress to prevent local concentration at vehicle suspension tower fastening points.

Hollow beam reinforcement uses progressive cross-sectional expansion to boost bending rigidity and strength.

A reinforcement bracket nested within the sill hollow interior connects inner and outer members to resist rotational forces during impact events.

A fender reinforcement protruding portion intercepts the rotating headlamp unit during impact to absorb collision energy.

A bearing system separates the wheel cover from the rotating wheel holder, maintaining a stationary horizontal position during vertical steering turns.

A motor vehicle body panel uses a connecting piece with a lower coefficient of linear thermal expansion to constrain the plastic panels.

A drain valve with a pressure-responsive flap prevents fumes from entering the passenger compartment during HVAC negative pressure events.

Bi-stable spring strips maintain extended positions against road shocks while plastic wings slow recoil speed to prevent injury.

Segmenting the holding member resolves the trade-off between precise stitch positioning and secure attachment stability.

An anchoring portion on the floor panel secures a mounted part, allowing precise adhesive thickness control via a spacer member.

Protruding bus bars on an injection-molded sensor cover expose electrical contacts, preventing sink marks and protecting thin conductor paths.

Rear-mounted heat exchangers improve vehicle weight distribution while the aerodynamic body panel system protects components from road debris.

A panelless cargo screen uses a flexible wire member to wind into the housing unit without protrusion.

Overlapping fibre layers unfold during overload, preventing abrupt failure and maintaining partial load-bearing capability in vehicle chassis components.

A wheel housing shell redirects splash water forces tangentially downwards via a rear drainage geometry.

A skid shield protects vehicle transfer cases using a modular frame and angled bow portion to absorb impact energy.

A bi-material belt guard combines rigid polyamide and flexible elastomer to shield engine components from water and gravel ingress.

Angled centring surfaces align the insert with the receiving element, preventing misalignment and accidental disengagement during vehicle vibration.

A spring portion biases engagement portions of a fender reinforcing member to maintain positioning stability despite vibrations from road impacts.

Offset rear cross-member and upper brace fastening maintain vehicle body rigidity while increasing installation space.

Consolidating nonwoven fabric with thermoplastic resin creates a solid sheet for vehicle interior components.

A vehicle seat cross member absorbs collision energy by nesting a tubular fiber composite reinforcement element within its cavity structure.

Pultruded fiberglass beams with molded polymeric features replace steel instrument panel supports, eliminating welding processes and reducing weight by half.

A stamped sheet metal spacer connects the rear light housing to the wheel arch, resolving insufficient torsion resistance in the vehicle body shell.

A closed-loop wire system with a guide lever and block enables easy engagement of vehicle door trim panels.

A motor vehicle hood latching device minimizes the gap between the hood and chassis using a drive unit to actuate a movable catch.

Segmented planar reinforcing elements join at connecting points to create a continuous frame that reduces manufacturing and logistics costs.

Segmented crossmember tubes adapt to varying vehicle dimensions while maintaining structural rigidity, reducing certification costs across multiple platforms.

Segmented crossbeam sections secured by intermediary brackets inhibit structural deflection, reducing vibration transmitted through the steering wheel.

A lid part closes the roof side rail opening to secure structural rigidity.

Mechanical fasteners connect the dash panel to the cross member for easy separation.

U-shaped mounting frame protects vehicle parts from precipitation while reducing weight and manufacturing costs compared to enclosed box designs.