Vessel Geometry/Arrangement/Size TRIZ Cases

Segmented lower corner insulation boards allow independent movement under hull deformation, resisting peel and shear stress in LNG carriers.

Liquid organic carriers store hydrogen in a vessel with a gyroidal thermal network, enabling fast dehydrogenation without high-pressure infrastructure.

Segmented inner chambers with interstitial vacuum reduce LNG boil-off rates below 0.20% daily, extending storage duration without heavy pressure walls.

Controller switches compressor based on heat exchanger temperature to maintain cooling power and prevent tank overheating during rapid demand changes.

A sealed modular fluid distribution system uses bellows assemblies to pressurize and route odorants through precise mechanical compression.

Closed corrugations on the membrane finishing sheet eliminate separate finishing members and welding operations, reducing labor and complexity.

Composite rods withstand tension and compression while distributing loads evenly, preventing local stress peaks that compromise thermal insulation efficiency.

A partitioned cryogenic container uses a reserve chamber to maintain dispensing pressure when the primary liquid level drops, preventing waste.

A control device adjusts fuel temperature and pressure in multiple pressure vessels before filling to maximize the total fuel quantity introduced from a single source.

Nested piston accumulator stores purge gas above atmospheric pressure using liquid seals, preventing explosive zone formation in small-scale energy systems.

Pressure buildup vessels create supercooled liquid flow without pumps, eliminating heat introduction and refrigerant loss during vehicle refueling.

Offset bent panels redirect heat flux to minimize thermal bridges and prevent icing.

A low-density structured material uses interconnected polyhedrons and tetrahedral arrangements to create stable three-dimensional frameworks.

Interlocking recess and projection features on the storage member and container body eliminate separate accommodation parts, increasing gas volume.

Interposed reinforcing members segment stress concentrations between superimposed corrugations, preventing membrane deformation under thermal cycling.

Pressurizing the inter-space between container walls creates a counter-gradient that reduces hydrogen permeability without complex barrier coatings.

Segmented upper and lower pads distribute rotational moments from self-weight, reducing damage to support members on liquefied gas tanks.

A pressure vessel uses a thermoplastic polyamide matrix to embed endless fibers for structural integrity.

Rotated rectangular components in the tank bottom wall reduce concrete bearing structure material usage while minimizing uncovered central region surface area.

A piston-driven energy storage structure uses a liquid-gas medium to exert force.

A stop element and retaining rib constrain the reinforcing piece within the insulation barrier groove, preventing detachment caused by thermal expansion.

Land adsorptive storage modules use microporous adsorbents to store natural gas, eliminating cryogenic cooling requirements and reducing explosion hazards.

Alternately stacked vacuum insulation panels create a zigzag heat path through stud bolts, reducing thermal transfer in liquefied gas storage tanks.

Segmented sliding supporters distribute thermal stress by enabling independent circumferential movement of the inner tank during temperature changes.

Sprays onboard cryogenic liquid into vaporized mixture to cool gas below -50°C, protecting compressor impellers from excessive heat without onshore cooling.

Segmented nitrous oxide cartridges resolve supply continuity versus usage control contradictions by enabling tracked, single-use delivery.

Intermediate tank stores heat from warmed cryogenic fluid, preventing venting and maintaining stable flow rates during continuous dispensing.

A refrigeration loop uses a bypass conduit and regulating valve to manage compressor speed and refrigerant temperature during hydrogen refuelling.

Composition control yields tempered martensite in steel pipes, preventing quench cracks while maintaining hydrogen embrittlement resistance.

A liquid-stabilizing apparatus uses positioning floating bodies with anti-sloshing members to move with cargo and inhibit sloshing impacts.

Cutting and replacing tank reinforcements with aligned sleeves reduces dismantling extent while maintaining structural integrity.

Segmented barrier panels with impervious layers and composite insulation reduce manufacturing complexity while maintaining containment integrity.

Expansion turbine recovers thermal energy from withdrawing fuel gas to offset external compression power requirements.

Nesting the pump in the vacuum space enables immediate startup and easy maintenance without draining the reservoir.

A hydrogen tank integrates safety means to disperse a neutralizing substance that chemically reacts with leaked gas.

Integrating a quick connect air fitting into the spray nozzle eliminates separate adapters and reduces leak risks during recharging.

A dry vaporizer uses triangular heating passages to deliver uniform thermal energy for efficient fluid conversion.

Composite rod supports between inner and outer vessels eliminate external bunding, reducing footprint space and weight for cryogenic storage tanks.

A composite pressure vessel embeds a heating element within its structural layers to extract stored gas from the chamber.

A heat exchanger condenses incoming gases using cold liquid flow to stabilize vapor pressure in cryogenic storage tanks.

Integrated metal cooling exchanger condenses cryogenic vapors directly on the tank wall, eliminating complex external transfer circuits.

A magnetically enhanced cryogenic boiler heats liquid oxygen to generate high pressure gas without mechanical pumps.