Support Wheels TRIZ Cases

Sensors, a sliding stack, and alignment handling automate polishing disc changes to cut replacement time and contamination risk.

A rotary key detacher and transfer unit automate conditioning disk replacement, cutting manual damage and polishing downtime.

A rotary key detacher automates conditioning disk removal and transfer in CMP, reducing manual damage and replacement interruptions.

Airfoil vanes create pressurized airflow through backing plate vents to cool polishing pads and work surfaces, reducing burns and swirl marks.

Floating guide and positioning elements simplify grinding disc changes, easing alignment and detachment while reducing disc damage.

A manipulator and preloaded frame automate grinding wheel removal and mounting while avoiding a separate support-surface drive.

Floating guide and positioning elements let grinding heads self-align and detach sanding discs gently in one station with less damage.

A pressure-deformable layer lets the grinding disc conform to non-parallel substrates, eliminating cleaning blind spots and improving yield.

Non-circular relief cuts create a balanced flex pad that adapts to floor irregularities, speeds pad changes, and helps prevent sanding scratches.

A transverse air duct built into the pad carrier improves dust extraction while preserving precise attachment, rigidity, and manufacturability.

Distinct abrasive regions let one grinding wheel handle face grinding and circumferential cutting while adapting to different loads and extending tool life.

A compact slotted tool holds replaceable abrasive material for cleaning recessed surfaces while reducing tear, wear, and maintenance time.

A pretensioned frame holds stacked grinding discs while relative motion separates worn discs, reducing manual intervention and changing-station complexity.

Radial fins create airflow channels and debris paths around grinding elements, helping prevent clogging and gumming during use.

A gimbal-mounted pressure sensor holds sanding force constant, producing a uniform Class A finish without additives.

Trapezoidal abrasive blades and variable pad support extend coverage while maintaining uniform abrasion and reducing polishing passes.

Recesses around retaining bolt heads limit adhesive-layer pressure points, reducing wear during eccentric grinding and polishing movements.

Undercut grooves, polygonal shaft engagement, and a removable end plug reduce cost while maintaining torque transfer.

A robotic arm uses actuated shearing motion and hook-and-loop coupling for reliable abrasive article pickup and easy replacement.

A sanding pad employs a movable annular element with springs to replace abrasive discs quickly while maintaining uniform sealing and clamping force.

Hexagonal arbor connects to polyfoam head with rigid plate, reducing user fatigue and vibration during high-speed sanding operations.

RF-welded indentations on a compressible foam base manage heat buildup while removing surface defects.

Radial apertures in the backing plate extract dust from the sanding interface, preventing abrasive clogging and reducing airborne particle hazards.

A backup pad with a pressure tuning feature compensates for linear velocity variations to maintain a uniform cut rate and extend abrasive disc lifespan.

Segmented axial and radial channels reduce flow resistance and swirls, ensuring nearly complete dust particle extraction.

Segmented backing pad uses additional outer holes and integrated molding to extract dust from the periphery, reducing environmental contamination.

Segmented conduits in backing pads extract debris via suction pressure, resolving uneven surface flushing and low extraction efficiency.

Axial slits create flexible flaps that conform to complex contours, preventing feature flattening and improving finish quality.

A controller coordinates a clamping member and driver to automate sandpaper handling on polishing equipment.

Segmented flexible plate conforms to curved surfaces, preventing damage while maintaining sanding efficiency.

Radial openings in the disc cup expel dust via centrifugal force, preventing abrasive surface clogging.

Segmented abrasive tools alternate rotation to remove orange-peel defects without disturbing adjacent finish.

Adhering two vulcanized fiber grinding discs eliminates backing pads, improving heat dissipation and reducing tool change times.

Replacing pneumatic actuators with electromagnetic sectors enables precise control of asymmetric topography and reduces profile discontinuity.

Handling device moves support body to detach and mount abrasive sheets automatically.

Annular grinding element bundle holder features circumferential protrusions that constrain wire-shaped elements during rotation.

Peripheral openings in a dense backing pad extract charged polystyrene debris via suction, preventing static adhesion and clogging during abrasive operations.

Segmented elastic thin teeth create an annular saw-toothed structure that channels coolant through gaps to dissipate grinding heat and extend tool life.

A multi-angle joint lets a backing pad swivel to match arched surfaces, maintaining steady contact without tilting the entire power tool.

A rotary sanding system couples a Rotozip disk to an air tool via a segmented mating unit and perforated first disk.

Petal-shaped segments in a composite support assembly conform to contoured vehicle surfaces, resolving rigidity-flexibility trade-offs.

Rotating an adjustment ring moves support fingers radially to change sander pad stiffness.