Tractor-Trailer Combinations TRIZ Cases

A universally pivotal tow bar assembly uses a cylindrical knuckle and U-joint coupler to enable multi-axis motion.

A fifth wheel coupling raises connectors via elastic elements to prevent dirt ingress and misalignment damage during mating.

Multiple LiDARs detect reflected laser light to calculate large trailer angles, resolving measurement failures beyond ±40°.

A trailer load axle shifts longitudinally to optimize autonomous movement.

A trailer hitch carriage slides along base rails via a linkage mechanism driven by head rotation.

A trailer dolly uses a shock-absorbing spring to cushion the frame on its axle mount during towing.

A rotatable fifth-wheel hitch head slides along an arcuate guide to adjust position during turns.

A hitchable road vehicle central frame lowers the loading platform to ground level using crossed bar articulation devices.

Mechanical linkage replaces electronic control to lower manufacturing costs and simplify maintenance.

Telescopic coupler design with self-locking pins resolves uneven load distribution and bed usability trade-offs for heavy trailers.

Electronic control device automatically adjusts drive axle load via trailer actuators to maintain traction without driver intervention.

Pivoting axle wheel assemblies rotate laterally to clear the trailer rear, reducing cantilevered torque stress on heavy equipment transport.

A hitch apparatus uses a movable tow bar and height adjustment mechanism to align coupling components.

An adapter system uses adjustable rails to secure fifth wheel hitches to vehicle frames.

Integrating sensors into the king pin resolves signal transfer complexity by detecting driving states without complex fifth wheel wiring.

A trailer tandem slide stopping device uses a guide pin to align with outer rail holes for precise positioning.

Movable subframes and vented mud flaps manage airflow to lower wind resistance and improve fuel efficiency.

An adjustable king pin assembly uses a longitudinally extending slot and locking mechanism to reposition the slider bar.

Segmented control units manage separate hydraulic cylinders to maintain vehicle stability during high-speed turns and prevent jack-knifing.

A kingpin arrangement uses a rotatable turntable and radial support structure to mount plug connectors securely.

A control system derives set-point values to adjust damping and braking for articulated vehicles.

Honeycomb bulkheads absorb impact energy through controlled deformation, and angled roll blocks position cargo closer to the deck to reduce shifting risks.

A plug-in connector assembly integrates electrical and pneumatic lines within an annular arrangement around a coupling pin.

A trailer hitch control linkage translates minimal handle force into jaw opening, resolving the trade-off between ease of operation and structural security.

An integral guide assembly with an alignment indicator enables solo hitching by reducing manual adjustment time.

Integrating roll, yaw, and pitch travel into one ball joint reduces mechanical complexity while hydraulic damping absorbs uneven road movements.

Visual feedback guides precise tractor alignment, preventing refrigeration component damage from misalignment.

A truck towing system connects a second vehicle front-to-rear using an adjustable beam assembly to maintain safe roof height.

Ceiling-mounted distance sensors measure cargo presence and calculate occupied volume, eliminating optical imaging inaccuracies.

A kingpin coupling device integrates utility distribution lines within the chassis structure to maintain continuous connectivity during articulation.

A control module estimates hitch angle using trailer wheel speed sensors and vehicle steering data for reliable towing feedback.

A pivoting handle member on a drawbar shaft switches between hitch coupling and manual grip positions.

A rotatable dirt protection cover shields the king pin bore during transport and opens automatically during coupling.