Tractor-Trailer Combinations TRIZ Cases

Mounted telescoping legs on the king pin box stop fifth wheel trailer rocking while avoiding separate setup, removal, and storage space.

A steerable, motorized trailer uses lead-vehicle and onboard sensors to follow turns and reverse more safely with less driver skill.

An articulated robot aligns and secures towing vehicle plug-in units for robust media connections under movement and harsh conditions.

A form-fit fastening element redirects shear and thermal expansion loads away from fifth wheel screws to keep the sliding plate securely attached.

A vehicle-mounted coupling moves and lifts trailer supports into place without manual handling, improving safety and maneuvering in tight loading areas.

A dump-hinge draw arrangement lets one transfer vehicle tow low trailers quickly, cutting crawler chassis wear without losing material haulage.

Brake interlock keeps the tractor stationary until the fifth wheel lock sensor confirms kingpin engagement, preventing trailer drop damage.

Motion data from both vehicle units is used to estimate coupling forces and keep articulated combinations within a safe operating envelope.

Adaptive transient and steady-state wheelbase estimation helps tow vehicles steer trailers more accurately during reversing and lane-keeping maneuvers.

Multiple camera views, top-down guidance, and inverted trailer steering help one driver reverse a trailer in tight spaces without a spotter.

Correlating yaw-motion and hitch-angle sensor data enables accurate zero-point estimation during turning, avoiding straight-travel calibration.

A split tilt and stationary deck layout simplifies loading narrow equipment while preserving stable space for accessories and materials.

A continuous alignment surface guides automated truck-trailer electrical and pneumatic coupling while reducing connector impact and misalignment.

A trailer-front mounting box uses a long uninterrupted alignment area to guide automatic electrical and pneumatic connector coupling with less impact sensitivity.

Acceleration-triggered reverse control stops coupling at the right impact point to reduce fifth-wheel wear and trailer support damage.

Peak counting and yaw-lateral signal correlation detect trailer sway early, disable lane keeping assistance, and help prevent sway amplification.

Real-time virtual wheelbase control redistributes trailer axle and coupling loads to improve traction and payload within axle-load limits.

Steering torque and angle from existing vehicle sensors are correlated to estimate trailer tongue load and support stable towing control.

Contactless sensors near the fifth-wheel plate measure pitch angle accurately despite bulk, contamination, and mechanical error.

A pivoting payload booster dolly improves long coiled tubing trailer turning while redistributing axle loads to reduce transport damage.

Direct king pin bending sensing captures horizontal and radial semitrailer forces for more precise braking and electric drive control.

A pyramidal seat and movable kingpin adapter simplify single-person hitch alignment while reducing kingpin stress and wear.

A closed hydraulic stabilizer with an accumulator supports loaded semi-trailers, damps abrupt forces, and helps prevent collapse or tipping.

A reference height gradient lets the leveling system detect fifth-wheel contact reliably, enabling faster trailer coupling with less damage risk.

Fifth wheel sensors track lateral force imbalance and stop or block trailer tipping before rollover during uneven material discharge.

A king-pin dolly lifts and secures tractors for front-end towing, avoiding driveshaft removal while improving visibility and wheelbase fit.

Rear-facing lidar and cameras detect kingpin position and height, then guide steering and braking for precise autonomous trailer coupling.

Detachable stiffening elements let a fifth wheel coupling plate stay lightweight at low loads while adding rigidity and strength for heavier duty.

Separating the bearing shell from the measuring shell protects force sensors from wear while preserving accurate fifth-wheel coupling load detection.

A wheel-twisting deformation mechanism and path control reduce irregularity encounters, enabling stable movement on curved walls or ceilings.

A telescopic rear sensor arm extends obstacle detection beyond long semi-trailers, improving reversing safety and precise driverless maneuvering.

A rigid back-to-front towing assembly keeps the towed truck below highway height limits while improving control, fuel use, and mount compatibility.

Magnetic flux sensing tracks fifth wheel lock position and wear, helping verify kingpin engagement and reduce slack-related vibration.

A driven cover shifts before plug-in to cut coupling forces, prevent cover damage, and keep trailer power contacts clean.

A closed hydraulic stabilizer supports a semi-trailer front end during landing gear failure and absorbs loading shocks to prevent tipping.

A spring-biased locking pin and rotating lock secure the glad hand coupler against unauthorized detachment, protecting air brake flow.

A movable wedge adjusts fifth wheel pivot range without disengaging the king pin, improving towing flexibility and ease of operation.

A stress-absorbing master coupling and tandem slave joints limit harmful motion and load transfer, improving high-speed off-road stability.

A camera-detected trailer marker and static object coordinates guide reverse approach to a pre-positioning point for precise, damage-free coupling.

Protected receivers and status indication help store tractor-trailer electrical and pneumatic lines while preventing damage during coupling and uncoupling.

When fire is detected on a trailer or tractor, the vehicle can auto-unlock the trailer and drive clear to limit damage and brake risk.

By turning on trailer lamps and comparing current variance, the controller detects trailer connection reliably even with low-current LED lights.

Sensors verify electrical or pneumatic line coupling before kingpin release, preventing unsafe decoupling and line damage.

Camera-guided QR detection and magnetic alignment automate tractor-trailer utility connections, cutting manual labor, time, and operator risk.

A movable kingpin adapter and pyramidal seat simplify fifth wheel alignment while reducing pin box wear and towing stress.

Stored coupling position and heading let a towing vehicle return, align, and hitch a parked trailer without manual positioning.

Rear-axle electric machine placement and modular batteries enable regenerative braking, power assist, and serviceable hybrid integration in tractor trucks.

Wireless dolly ID sequencing localizes assembly line tools to the correct axle, reducing manual TPMS sensor registration errors and time.

A sensor integrated at the truck-trailer connector directly measures trailer motion, improving pose estimation for autonomous planning and control.

A sealed front-wall raceway routes trailer utility lines from recessed connectors to the coupler while preventing water leaks and protecting connections.

A direct quick-coupled air line powers the fifth wheel closure while avoiding complex valves that raise cost and accidental opening risk.

Adjusting the rearmost axle suspension during loading keeps kingpin load within legal limits while allowing higher trailer payload.

Voltage readings from each towed vehicle reveal trailer order, simplifying train control for braking and load management.

When reverse gear is selected, self-propelled trailers apply negative torque to straighten articulation and make multi-unit reversing easier.

A separate guiding vehicle steers self-propelled load carts using wheel-motion data and constant traction to move loads safely in tight intralogistics spaces.

A slidable king pin assembly shifts position along the trailer frame to optimize weight distribution across different truck configurations.