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Abstract

The present invention provides a light generating system comprising a light generating device and a connector configuration wherein: (I) the light generating device comprises (i) a light source, (ii) a first side, and (iii) a second side; (II) the light source comprises a solid state light source and is configured to generate light source light wherein the light generating device is configured such that during operation of the light source, at least a portion of the light source light emanates from the first side; (III) the connector configuration is configured at the second side of the light generating device and comprises a first hook structure, a second hook structure and a support structure; (IV) the first hook structure comprises a first hook portion defining a first hook opening, a first hook opening inlet and a first hook end, where the second hook structure comprises a second hook portion defining a second hook opening, a second hook opening inlet and a second hook end, where the hook portions are at least partially arranged at different sides of the main axis (A) with respect to the main axis (A), and the hook ends are arranged at different sides of the main axis (A); (V) the support structure comprises a support structure top portion, wherein the support structure is disposed between the first hook structure and the second hook structure; and (VI) the light generating device is configured to be associated with a support cable, where the support cable is configured to pass through the hook opening and on the support structure top portion, where the support structure top portion is configured to exert a force on the support cable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a light generation system. Furthermore, this invention relates to an animal apparatus. This invention also relates to a method for irradiating at least a portion of the animal apparatus. Background Technology

[0002] Light generation systems are known in the art. For example, US20230000059 describes a lighting system for poultry enclosures, comprising a wiring harness attachable to an existing enclosure electrical wire or feed auger and a lighting fixture positioned below the wiring harness and positionable on the feed auger. The wire connections fixed to the wiring harness encapsulate wires that power and control the lighting fixture. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Traditionally, poultry lighting uses balanced lighting throughout the barn. However, conventional balanced lighting may not be suitable for illuminating animal enclosures, such as barns or chicken coops (or poultry houses). Properly illuminating animal enclosures can impact the quality of life and welfare of animals kept in them. Therefore, it is desirable to provide lighting that improves the welfare of animals kept in enclosures. Modular systems using spiral clamps or metal mounting clips that require special crimping tools can be applied. However, such lighting systems may require specialized tools for installation. Furthermore, installing lighting equipment in barns is not always easy. Therefore, a lighting system that is easy to install and remove is needed.

[0004] Therefore, one aspect of the present invention is to provide an alternative light generation system that preferably further eliminates at least partially one or more of the aforementioned disadvantages. The object of the present invention is to overcome or improve at least one of the disadvantages of the prior art, or to provide a useful alternative.

[0005] According to a first aspect, the present invention provides a light generation system comprising a light generation device and a connector configuration. Specifically, the light generation device may include a light source, a first side, and a second side. In another embodiment, the light source may include a solid-state light source. Specifically, the light source may be configured to generate light from the light source. More specifically, the light generation device may be configured such that at least a portion of the light from the light source is emitted from the first side during operation of the light source. In an embodiment, the connector configuration may be configured at the second side of the light generation device and may include a first hook structure, a second hook structure, and a support structure. In another embodiment, the first hook structure may include a first hook portion. Specifically, the first hook portion may define a first hook opening, a first hook opening inlet, and a first hook end. In another embodiment, the second hook structure may include a second hook portion. Specifically, the second hook portion may define a second hook opening, a second hook opening inlet, and a second hook end. In an embodiment, the hook portions may be at least partially configured on different sides of the main axis (A) relative to the main axis (A). Specifically, the hook ends may be configured on different sides of the main axis (A). In an embodiment, the support structure may include a top portion of the support structure. Specifically, a support structure can be configured between the first hook structure and the second hook structure. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the light generating device can be configured to be associated with a support cable, wherein the support cable is configured to pass through the hook opening (along the main axis (A)) and on the top portion of the support structure. Specifically, the top portion of the support structure can be configured to apply force to the support cable. Therefore, in a particular embodiment, the present invention provides a light generating system including a light generating device and a connector configuration, wherein: (I) the light generating device includes (i) a light source, (ii) a first side, and (iii) a second side; (II) the light source includes a solid-state light source and is configured to generate light from the light source, wherein the light generating device is configured such that at least a portion of the light from the light source is emitted from the first side during operation of the light source; (III) the connector configuration is configured at the second side of the light generating device and includes a first hook structure, a second hook structure, and a support structure; (IV) the first hook structure includes a first hook defining a first hook opening, a first hook opening inlet, and a first hook end. The first hook structure includes a second hook portion defining a second hook opening, a second hook opening inlet, and a second hook end, wherein the hook portion is at least partially disposed on different sides of the main axis (A) relative to the main axis (A), and the hook end is disposed on different sides of the main axis (A); (V) the support structure includes a top portion of the support structure, wherein the support structure is disposed between the first hook structure and the second hook structure; and (VI) the light generating device is configured to be associated with a support cable, wherein the support cable is configured to pass through the hook opening (along the main axis (A)) and on the top portion of the support structure, wherein the top portion of the support structure is configured to apply force to the support cable.Furthermore, in one aspect, the present invention can also provide a method for attaching a light generating device to a steel cable (i.e., a support cable). In particular, the light generating device can be positioned close to the support cable and can be rotated to align the support cable with the main axis (A) (and the support cable is configured to pass through the first hook opening and the second hook opening and to contact the top portion of the support structure).

[0006] Such light-generating systems can provide light gradients, for example, by installing (small) light-generating devices along the feed line, instead of ceiling lights or chandeliers that might illuminate the barn floor. These systems can provide welfare enhancements for poultry (or other animals). Furthermore, the invention allows for a simple installation method, enabling rapid installation of the light-generating devices with minimal cost. These installation challenges can be further mitigated by ease of installation and rotation into place. Therefore, the invention can provide a lighting system for providing light in, for example, stables, barns, or poultry houses, where light can be provided such that animal areas are unevenly illuminated.

[0007] As mentioned above, a light generation system may specifically include a light generation device and a connector configuration. The characteristics associated with the light generation device will be described below.

[0008] In one embodiment, the light generating device may include a light source. In another embodiment, the light source may include a solid-state light source. Specifically, the light source may be configured to generate light. More specifically, a solid-state light source may be configured to generate light.

[0009] The term "light source" can, in principle, refer to any light source known in the art. It can be a conventional (tungsten) bulb, a low-pressure mercury lamp, a high-pressure mercury lamp, a fluorescent lamp, or an LED (light-emitting diode). In specific embodiments, the light source includes solid-state LED light sources (such as LEDs or laser diodes (or "diode lasers")). The term "light source" can also refer to multiple light sources, such as a 2-2000 (solid-state) LED light source. Therefore, the term LED can also refer to multiple LEDs. Furthermore, the term "light source" in embodiments can also refer to a so-called chip-on-board (COB) light source. The term "COB" specifically refers to an LED chip in the form of a semiconductor chip that is neither packaged nor connected, but is directly mounted on a substrate such as a PCB. Therefore, multiple light-emitting semiconductor light sources can be configured on the same substrate. In embodiments, a COB is a multi-LED chip configured together as a single lighting module.

[0010] The term "light source" can also refer to a chip-scale package (CSP). A CSP can include a single solid-state die on which a layer comprising a light-emitting material is provided. The term "light source" can also refer to a medium-power package. A medium-power package can include one or more solid-state dies. The dies can be covered by a layer comprising a light-emitting material. In this document, the term "light source" can also specifically refer to a small solid-state light source, such as one having a miniature or micro-size. For example, a light source can include one or more mini LEDs and micro LEDs. In particular, in embodiments, the light source includes micro LEDs or "micro-LEDs" or "μLEDs". In this document, the term "miniature size" or "mini LED" specifically refers to a solid-state light source having dimensions (such as die size, particularly length and width) selected from the range of 100 μm to 1 mm. The term "light source" can refer to semiconductor light-emitting devices, such as light-emitting diodes (LEDs), resonant cavity light-emitting diodes (RCLEDs), vertical cavity laser diodes (VCSELs), edge-emitting lasers, etc. The term "light source" can also refer to organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), such as passive matrix (PMOLEDs) or active matrix (AMOLEDs). In certain embodiments, the light source includes a solid-state light source (such as an LED or a laser diode). In one embodiment, the light source includes an LED (light-emitting diode). The terms "light source" or "solid-state light source" may also refer to a superluminescent diode (SLED).

[0011] In embodiments, the light source can be configured to provide primary radiation, such as a blue light source (e.g., a blue LED), a green light source (e.g., a green LED), and a red light source (e.g., a red LED). Such LEDs, which may not include a luminescent material (“phosphor”), can be designated as direct-color LEDs. However, in other embodiments, the light source can be configured to provide primary radiation, and a portion of the primary radiation is converted into secondary radiation. The secondary radiation can be based on the conversion of the luminescent material. The secondary radiation can therefore also be designated as luminescent material radiation. In embodiments, the luminescent material can be included in the light source, such as an LED having a layer of luminescent material or a dome comprising the luminescent material. Such LEDs can be designated as phosphor-converted LEDs or PC LEDs (phosphor-converted LEDs). In other embodiments, the luminescent material can be positioned at a distance (“far”) from the light source, such as an LED having a layer of luminescent material that is not in physical contact with the LED die. Thus, in certain embodiments, the light source can be a source that emits light during operation at least at a wavelength selected from the range of 380 nm to 470 nm. However, other wavelengths are also possible. This light can be partially converted by the luminescent material.

[0012] The term "light source" can (therefore) refer to light-generating elements such as solid-state light sources, or packages of light-generating elements such as solid-state light sources, and one or more light-emitting materials that include the element and (other) optical devices such as lenses, collimators. A light-converting element ("converter element" or "converter") can include a light-emitting material that comprises the element. For example, a solid-state light source such as a blue LED is a light source. A combination of a solid-state light source (as a light-generating element) and a light-converting element (such as a blue LED and a light-converting element) can also be a light source (but can also be indicated as a light-generating device), with the light-converting element optically coupled to the solid-state light source.

[0013] As described above, in embodiments, the light generating device may include a light source, a first side, and a second side. The configuration of the aforementioned features associated with the light generating device is described herein.

[0014] In embodiments, the light generating device may include a three-dimensional geometry defined substantially by a first side, a second side, and a side surface. In embodiments, the light generating device may include a cylindrical geometry, wherein the first and second sides may include circular cross-sections, and the side surface may be curved. Alternatively, in embodiments, the light generating device may include a polygonal geometry, wherein the first and second sides may include polygonal cross-sections, and the light generating device may include a plurality of side surfaces connecting the first side to the second side. In further embodiments, the first side may be configured parallel to the second side. However, this is not always necessary; that is, the first side may not be configured parallel to the second side. Therefore, in summary, the light generating device may include a variety of different three-dimensional geometries.

[0015] In an embodiment, the light generating device can be configured such that at least a portion of the light from the light source can be emitted from a first side during operation of the light source. Therefore, in an embodiment, at least a portion of the first side (of the light generating device) can transmit light, particularly the light from the light source. Similarly, in an embodiment, at least a portion of the side side can (also) transmit light, particularly the light from the light source. Thus, in this way, the light from the light source can particularly escape from the light generating device via the first side. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the light from the light source can escape from the light generating device via the side.

[0016] A light-generating device may include a substantially enclosed element housing a light source and including a light-transmitting window (or exit window) through which light from the light source is transmitted. The light-generating device may include a first portion comprising the light-transmitting window and a second portion comprising a second side. These two portions may be associated with each other, for example, via screws and / or pawls, or screw-pawl connections, as is known in the art. The first portion may be designated as a "window portion" or a "bottom portion," and the second portion may be designated as a "top portion." The second portion may also optionally include additional electronics. The light-transmitting window may, for example, comprise PC (polycarbonate) or PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate), or another light-transmitting polymeric material. In embodiments, the top portion may be opaque. Therefore, in embodiments, the materials of the top and bottom portions may be selected such that the top portion is opaque to light from the light source, and at least a portion (i.e., the light-transmitting window) of the bottom portion is translucent to light from the light source.

[0017] As described above, the light generation system may include a connector configuration. Specifically, the connector configuration may be configured on a second side of the light generation device. Furthermore, in embodiments, the connector configuration may include a first hook structure and a second hook structure.

[0018] In an embodiment, the first hook structure may include a first hook portion defining a first hook opening, a first hook opening inlet, and a first hook end. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the first hook structure may include a first hook base. The first hook base may be physically secured to a second side (of the light generating device). Similarly, in an embodiment, the second hook structure may include a second hook portion defining a second hook opening, a second hook opening inlet, and a second hook end. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the second hook structure may include a second hook base. The second hook base may be physically secured to a second side (of the light generating device).

[0019] Here, the term "physically fixed" can refer to the first element being coupled to the second element such that there is no relative movement between the first and second elements. Specifically, the first element can be fixed to the second element by one or more mechanical means, such as by threaded connection, riveting, bolting, male / female connectors, etc. Furthermore, the first element can be fixed (or attached) to the second element, particularly by means of adhesive. Additionally, in embodiments, the first and second elements can be monolithic. Therefore, in this way, the first and second elements can be "physically fixed" such that there is no relative movement between them. In summary, in embodiments, the first hook structure can be "physically fixed" to the second side (of the light generating device). Furthermore, in embodiments, the second hook structure can be "physically fixed" to the second side (of the light generating device).

[0020] In an embodiment, the first hook structure may be configured such that the base of the first hook can be physically secured to the second side, and the first hook structure may protrude (or extend) from the second side. Similarly, in an embodiment, the second hook structure may be configured such that the base of the second hook can be physically secured to the second side, and the second hook structure may protrude (or extend) from the second side.

[0021] In embodiments, the first hook structure may have a shape selected from the group consisting of an L-shape, a (broken) P-shape, a J-shape, or a U-shape. For example, considering a J-shape, the base of the first hook (and / or the base of the second hook) may in particular be the top of the character "J," the curved portion of the character "J" may in particular provide the first hook opening entrance (and / or the second hook opening entrance), the curved region surrounded (at least partially) by the bottom curvature of the character "J" may define the first hook opening (and / or the second hook opening), and the bottom end of the character "J" may in particular be the first hook end (and / or the second hook end). In other words, in embodiments, the first hook structure (and / or the second hook structure) may resemble the character "J," particularly an inverted character "J" attached to a second side. Note that characters (or alphabets) are used to describe the shape of the first hook structure (and / or the second hook structure) for illustrative purposes only. In embodiments, the first hook structure (and / or the second hook structure) may (also) include shapes other than those defined by characters (of the alphabet).

[0022] In summary, the first hook structure may include a first hook base (physically fixed to the second side), a first hook opening, a first hook opening inlet, and a first hook end. Specifically, the first hook portion may define the first hook base, the first hook opening, the first hook opening inlet, and the first hook end. Similarly, the second hook structure may include a second hook base (physically fixed to the second side), a second hook opening, a second hook opening inlet, and a second hook end. Specifically, the second hook portion may define a second hook base, a second hook opening, a second hook opening inlet, and a second hook end.

[0023] Note that in the embodiments, the first hook structure and the second hook structure may have unique shapes; that is, the first hook structure and the second hook structure may have different shapes. However, in the (general) embodiments, the first hook structure and the second hook structure may (also) be the same in shape.

[0024] The second part and the first hook structure and the second hook structure described above can be monolithic in the embodiments and can be obtained, for example, by die casting, 3D printing, etc.

[0025] As described above, the first hook base and the second hook base can be physically fixed to the second side. Therefore, in this way, the light generating device can be physically fixed to the first hook structure and / or the second hook structure. Thus, in embodiments, the light generating device can be supported by the first hook structure and the second hook structure. For example, in embodiments, the light generating system can be suspended specifically by means of a connector configuration. That is, in embodiments, the light generating device can be specifically supported by the first hook structure and / or the second hook structure.

[0026] Note that the connector configuration is not necessarily limited to the first and second hook structures. In embodiments, the connector configuration may include a third hook structure, and particularly, even a fourth hook structure. In another embodiment, the connector configuration may include n hook structures, where n may be at least 4, such as up to about 10. In embodiments, additional hook structures may also include a hook base, a hook opening, a hook opening inlet, and a hook tip. Additional hook structures may provide the benefit of supporting larger or heavier light-generating devices, or both.

[0027] In an embodiment, the first hook base and the second hook base can be configured on different sides of the main axis (A). The spatial configuration of the first hook structure and the second hook structure on the second side (of the light generating device) is described below.

[0028] In one embodiment, the main axis (A) may be defined parallel to the second side (of the light generating device). Alternatively or additionally, in one embodiment, the main axis (A) may be defined to pass through the first hook opening and the second hook opening. The positions of the first hook structure and the second hook structure may be defined relative to the main axis (A). In particular, the first hook opening and the second hook opening may include parallel cross-sectional planes, wherein the main axis is configured to be perpendicular to these cross-sectional planes.

[0029] In an embodiment, the projection of the main axis (A) and the second side can divide the second side into two parts. Specifically, the surface of the second side can be divided into a first part and a second part (by the projection of the main axis (A) onto the second side). In an embodiment, a first hook structure can be defined on the first part of the second side, and a second hook structure can be defined on the second part of the second side. Specifically, the base of the first hook can be physically fixed to the first part of the second side, and the base of the second hook can be physically fixed to the second part of the second side. Thus, in this way, the first hook structure and the second hook structure can be specifically configured on different sides of the main axis (A).

[0030] Furthermore, in embodiments, the first hook tip, the first hook opening, and the first hook opening inlet can be configured away from the first hook base. Specifically, the first hook tip, the first hook opening, and the first hook opening inlet can extend away from the first hook base. Similarly, in embodiments, the second hook tip, the second hook opening, and the second hook opening inlet can be configured away from the second hook base. Specifically, the second hook tip, the second hook opening, and the second hook opening inlet can extend away from the second hook base. For example, for a hook with a "P" shape, where the base of the character "P" is the hook base and the loop of the character "P" is the hook opening, the hook opening, the hook opening inlet, and the hook tip can be extended away from the hook base (i.e., at the bottom of the character "P"). Therefore, in embodiments, the first hook structure can be configured such that the first hook base is physically fixed to the second side first portion, and at least a portion of the first hook opening, at least a portion of the first hook opening inlet, and at least a portion of the first hook tip extend above the main axis (A). Similarly, in one embodiment, the second hook structure can be configured such that the second hook base is physically fixed to at least a portion of the second side second portion and the second hook opening, at least a portion of the second hook opening inlet and at least a portion of the second hook tip extending above the main axis (A). In another embodiment, the first hook base can be disposed on the second side first portion, and the first hook tip can extend above the main axis (A), particularly above a portion of the second side second portion. Similarly, in another embodiment, the second hook base can be disposed on the second side second portion, and the second hook tip can extend above the main axis (A), particularly above a portion of the second side first portion.

[0031] In summary, the first hook base and the second hook base can be configured on different sides of the main axis (A). Specifically, the first hook base and the second hook base can be configured on a first portion of the second side and a second portion of the second side, respectively. Therefore, in the embodiment, the hook portion can be at least partially configured on different sides of the main axis (A) relative to the main axis (A), and the hook tip can (also) be configured on different sides of the main axis (A). The first hook structure and the second hook structure facilitate the association of the light generating device with the support cable. In the embodiment, the support cable can be configured in the first hook opening via the first hook opening inlet, and similarly, in the embodiment, the support cable can be configured in the second hook opening via the second hook opening inlet. Therefore, in this way, in the embodiment, the first hook structure and the second hook structure facilitate the suspension of the light generating device from the support cable.

[0032] As described above, in this embodiment, the connector configuration may include a support structure (in addition to the first hook structure and the second hook structure). In particular, the support structure may include a top portion of the support structure.

[0033] In one embodiment, the support structure can be aligned along the main axis (A) such that the main axis (A) passes through at least a portion of the first hook opening and the second hook opening, and is above the support structure (particularly the top portion of the support structure). In another embodiment, the support structure can be aligned along the main axis (A) such that the main axis (A) passes through at least a portion of the first hook opening and the second hook opening, and (also) passes through the support structure (particularly the top portion of the support structure). In such embodiments (where the main axis (A) passes through the top portion of the support structure), the top portion of the support structure may, in particular, have to be displaced perpendicular to the main axis (A) to arrange the support cable along the main axis (A).

[0034] Also note that, in embodiments, the connector configuration may be at least partially flexible. Therefore, in embodiments, the top portion of the support structure, the first hook structure, and the second hook structure may be partially deformable (or displaced) to accommodate the support cable. Alternatively, in embodiments, the support cable may be partially deformable (or bent) to be accommodated by the connector configuration.

[0035] In one embodiment, the support structure may be configured between the first hook structure and the second hook structure. In another embodiment, the support structure may be configured such that it is positioned equidistant from the first and second hook structures (although non-equidistant positioning is not excluded herein).

[0036] In an embodiment, the top portion of the support structure may be specifically configured to be displaced (or moved) along a direction perpendicular to the main axis (A). In an embodiment, moving the top portion of the support structure may mechanically load the top portion of the support structure; that is, the top portion of the support structure may be subjected to a force to resist the mechanical loading. Therefore, in this way, the top portion of the support structure may be displaced along a direction perpendicular to the main axis (A), and the top portion of the support structure may be specifically subjected to a force to resist the mechanical load provided for displacing the top portion of the support structure.

[0037] As described above, the connector configuration may include a first hook structure, a second hook structure, and a support structure. In particular, the aforementioned components can facilitate support for the light generating device.

[0038] In embodiments, the light generating device can be configured to be associated with a support cable. Essentially any elongated structure can be used to support the light generating device via a connector structure, such as cables, rods, ropes, tubes, etc. In particular, the (elongated) support used herein for the light generating device can be a support cable. The invention is specifically explained herein with regard to support cables, but other structures that facilitate the support of light generating devices are not excluded herein. Therefore, the light generating device can be specifically configured to be associated with a support cable. More specifically, the light generating device can be clamped to the support cable. These features are described herein.

[0039] In an embodiment, the support cable can be configured along the main axis (A). Specifically, the support cable can pass through the first hook opening, over the top portion of the support structure, and through the second hook opening. As previously described, the first hook base and the second hook base can be configured on either side of the support cable. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the first hook tip and the second hook tip can also be configured on either side of the support cable. In an embodiment, by shifting the top portion of the support structure, the support cable can be configured substantially along the main axis (A). Therefore, the top portion of the support structure can apply force specifically to (or against) the support cable. Thus, in this way, the support cable can be particularly clamped between the first hook opening and the top portion of the support structure. Furthermore, the support cable can also be clamped simultaneously between the second hook opening and the top portion of the support structure. In addition, the first hook base and the second hook base can be configured on the second side first portion and the second side second portion, respectively, and the first hook tip and the second hook tip can be configured to extend above the main axis to the second side second portion and the second side first portion, respectively. Therefore, this type of connector structure can be mounted across the support cable from both sides, especially from either side of the support cable; thereby securing the light generating device to the support cable.

[0040] In one embodiment, the center of the top portion of the support structure can be positioned at a distance D1 from the center of the first hook opening, measured along the main axis (A). Furthermore, in another embodiment, the center of the top portion of the support structure can be positioned at a distance D2 from the center of the second hook opening, measured along the main axis (A). In this embodiment, D1 = D2. However, in another embodiment, D1 and D2 can be selected such that the center of the top portion of the support structure is positioned along an axis passing through the centroid of the light generating device (perpendicular to the second side). Therefore, in this way, the weight of the light generating device can be evenly distributed between the first and second hook structures. In this embodiment, D1 and D2 can each be selected from the range of 5 mm to 100 mm.

[0041] In an embodiment, the second side may include a (virtual) second side plane passing through at least a portion of the second side. Specifically, the second side may be flat. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the center of the first hook opening may be configured perpendicular to and relative to a distance H1 measured relative to the second side plane, and the center of the second hook opening may be configured perpendicular to and relative to a distance H2 measured relative to the second side plane. In an embodiment, H1 may be equal to H2. However, in an embodiment, H1 may (and not necessarily) be equal to H2. Note that it is not excluded herein that the connector may be configured to be curved in an embodiment (because the second side may be curved in an embodiment).

[0042] Furthermore, in the embodiments, the support cable may have R TThe equivalent circle radius of a cross-section. The equivalent circle radius (or ECR) (or "equivalent circle radius") of a two-dimensional shape (irregular shape) is the radius of a circle with an equivalent area. For example, the equivalent circle diameter of a square with side a is a / SQRT(π). For a circle, the radius is the same as the equivalent circle radius. If a circle with radius R in the xy plane is deformed into any other shape (in the xy plane) without changing its area, then the equivalent circle radius of that shape is R. In particular, support cables can have a substantially circular cross-section.

[0043] Therefore, in embodiments, the support cable can be selected such that it engages in the first hook opening and the second hook opening, and particularly also such that it engages through the entrances of the first hook opening and the second hook opening. Furthermore, in embodiments, the support cable can be selected such that rotation of the light generating device about the support cable is subject to friction. In embodiments, the support cable can be optional, and the first hook structure and the second hook structure can be configured such that the support cable physically contacts the first hook portion and the second hook portion (both) at at least 45°, more particularly at least 90°, such as 90° to 180°. Therefore, the support cable can be a predetermined support cable such that, in embodiments, it is fitted in a connector configuration and provides support for the light generating device, and in embodiments, rotation about the support cable or one or more translations perpendicular to the support cable (if possible) will not cause the light generating device to disconnect from the support cable. Note that the term "predetermined" can specifically refer to being selected or designed to functionally couple to the light generating device. Therefore, the dimensions can be selected such that the cross-sectional equivalent circular radius R of the support cable is... T The radius can be substantially the same as the first radius r1 included by the first hook portion and the second radius included by the second hook portion. Therefore, in an embodiment, the (equivalent circle) radius of the (predetermined) support cable can be selected from a range of 0.75-1 times, such as 0.85-1 times, of the first radius r1 and / or from a range of 0.75-1 times, such as 0.85-1 times, of the second radius r2. Specifically, the first radius r1 and the second radius r2 are the same.

[0044] Furthermore, in the embodiment, the center of the top portion of the support structure can be configured at a distance H measured perpendicularly relative to the second side plane. S Therefore, in this embodiment, the top portion of the support structure may need to be displaced in a direction perpendicular to the main axis (A) to arrange the support cable along the main axis (A). In this way, the top portion of the support structure can, in particular, (be displaced and therefore) apply force to the support cable, thereby securing the light generating device to the support cable.

[0045] In embodiments, the light generation system may include additional features or elements that facilitate the configuration of support cables along the main axis (A). Such features are described herein.

[0046] In an embodiment, the support structure may include a recessed structure along at least a portion of the main axis (A). Specifically, the recessed structure may be a groove, channel, or furrow. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the recess may be specifically configured on a second side of the light generating device. In an embodiment, the recess may be along the recess axis (A). R ) configuration. In an embodiment, the recess axis (A) R The recessed axis (A) can be configured to be substantially parallel to the main axis, which facilitates securing the support cable to the light generating device. In other embodiments, the recessed axis (A) R The support cable can intersect with the main axis (A). This provides the benefit of at least partially aligning the support cable with the main axis (A), and therefore facilitates the association of the light generating device with the support cable. Furthermore, the recessed structure provides the benefit of preventing the support cable from slipping out of the recessed structure. Specifically, by moving the light generating device toward the support cable, the support cable can slide into the recess, optionally including one or more partial rotations.

[0047] In another embodiment, the recessed structure may include a saddle shape. A saddle shape may refer to a shape comprising a valley disposed between two ridges. Specifically, the edges of the recessed structure may include ridges disposed on either side of the central valley. In an embodiment, a support cable may cross the ridges and enter the valley. Thus, the support cable is secured in the recessed structure. Furthermore, the ridges provide the benefit of preventing the support cable from slipping out of the recessed structure. Therefore, a recessed structure including a saddle shape can particularly facilitate easy placement of the support cable within the recess and can prevent the support cable from slipping out of the recessed structure. Specifically, in an embodiment, the central valley may be substantially aligned with the recess axis (A). R )coincide.

[0048] In yet another embodiment, the recessed structure may include two recessed portions. Specifically, the two recessed portions may be configured on either side of the central recessed point. In a particular embodiment, the central recessed point may be configured along a line passing through the center of the top portion of the support structure (and perpendicular to the main axis). In an embodiment, the recessed portions may have the same width along the entire length of the recessed structure. However, in an embodiment, the recessed structure may (also) vary in width along the length of the recessed structure. In particular, the recessed portions may widen in a direction away from the central recessed point. Therefore, in this way, recessed structures including such recessed portions can particularly provide the advantage of guiding support cables into the recessed structure.

[0049] In an embodiment, the recessed portion may have a recess axis (A) configured along the length of the recessed portion. R In another embodiment, the recess axis (A) R The first mutual angle (α1) can share a common first angle (α1) with the main axis (A). Specifically, the first mutual angle (α1) can be selected from the range of 0 ≤ α1 ≤ 90°, more particularly 0 < α1 ≤ 90°, such as from the range of 5 ≤ α1 ≤ 60°, more particularly from the range of 10 ≤ α1 ≤ 45°, and more particularly from the range of 10 ≤ α1 ≤ 30°. Therefore, in a particular embodiment, the recessed structure includes two recessed portions disposed on either side of a central recessed point, wherein the recessed portions widen in a direction away from the central recessed point, and wherein the recessed portions have a recessed axis (A). R ), where the concave axis (A) R Each of the two recesses has a first angle (α1) with respect to the main axis (A) in the range of 0 < α1 ≤ 90°. In an embodiment, such recesses facilitate the configuration (or arrangement) of the support cable at an angle α1 to the main axis (A), and then alignment of the support cable with the main axis (A) by a rotating light generating device. This provides the benefit of positioning the support cable without being obstructed by the first and second hook structures, and then aligning the support cable along the main axis (A) by a rotating light generating device. Therefore, the two recesses can be comprised of a saddle shape, or can be substantially saddle-shaped. The saddle shape may include a length axis that includes the axes of the two recesses (A). R The length axis of this saddle-shaped structure can therefore share a common first angle (α1) with the principal axis (A).

[0050] In particular, in an embodiment, the central valley (one or more) may be substantially aligned with the axis of the recess (A). R The two sides coincide. Furthermore, in a particular embodiment, the axis of the recess (A) coincides. R The axes are configured on a single axis and have a first mutual angle (α1) with the main axis (A) in the range of 0 ≤ α1 ≤ 90°, such as at least about 5°.

[0051] As described above, in embodiments, the connector configuration may include a first hook structure, a second hook structure, and a support structure. Furthermore, in embodiments, the first hook structure, the second hook structure, and the support structure may include a material also indicated as "support material." Note that in embodiments, the first hook structure, the second hook structure, and the support structure may (all) include the same support material. However, in embodiments, the first hook structure, the second hook structure, and the support structure may (also) include unique (and different) support materials.

[0052] In embodiments, the support material may be a plastic, such as polycarbonate. Specifically, the support material may be (individually) selected from the group consisting of polycarbonate (PC), polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Furthermore, in embodiments, the support material may include a 3D printable material. Additionally or alternatively, in embodiments, the support material may include a metal. Specifically, the support material may be selected from the group consisting of aluminum, brass, copper, steel, ductile iron, stainless steel, and titanium. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that other suitable metals and / or alloys may also be suitable choices for the support material.

[0053] Furthermore, in the embodiments, the support structure may be spring-based and / or the support structure may include an elastic material.

[0054] In embodiments, the support structure may include an elastic material. An elastic material is a material that can be deformed by applying mechanical stress, storing the mechanical energy required to deform the material, and releasing the mechanical energy when the applied mechanical stress is removed. The foregoing features relevant to embodiments of the invention are described below. In embodiments, the support structure may be deformable, particularly by applying mechanical stress (or mechanical load). Since the top portion of the support structure may (in embodiments) include an elastic material, the support structure can deform when mechanical stress is applied to the support structure (particularly the top portion). Furthermore, the deformed support structure (particularly the top portion) may specifically store the mechanical energy provided to deform the support structure (particularly the top portion). Subsequently, in embodiments, the stored mechanical energy can be released when the mechanical stress is removed. Hereinafter, mechanical stress may include one or more of tensile stress, compressive stress, and shear stress. This can provide the benefit of securing a light-generating device to a support cable. Specifically, the support structure can be deformed by arranging the support cable along the main axis (A) (i.e., via the first hook opening and the second hook opening, and above the top portion of the support structure), and (therefore) the light generating device can be secured to the support cable by the (reaction) force applied to the support cable by the top portion of the support structure. Thus, when the support cable can be arranged in the first hook opening and the second hook opening, a force can be applied to the support cable via the (elastic) support element. This facilitates holding the support cable in place.

[0055] The term "functionally coupled" in embodiments can refer to coupling a first element to a second element such that the two elements can perform (or share) the same function. For example, in an embodiment, actuating the first element can cause actuation of the second element. Similarly, displacement of the first element can cause displacement of the second element. In such embodiments, the first element can be referred to as being "functionally coupled" to the second element.

[0056] The top portion of the support structure may be comprised of a support element. Specifically, when the support cable is configured to pass through the first hook structure and the second hook structure, the top portion of the support structure may be configured to physically contact the support cable. As described above, in embodiments, the support structure may be specifically configured to be displaced (or moved) along a direction perpendicular to the main axis (and in a particular embodiment perpendicular to the second side of the light generating device). Similarly, in embodiments, the support element may be positioned along the support element axis (A... S ) moves or extends. Specifically, the axis of the support element (A) S The axis of the support element (A) can be orthogonal to the main axis (A). Furthermore, the axis of the support element (A) S It can be perpendicular to the second side (of the light generating device), especially the second side plane.

[0057] In an embodiment, the support element can be configured to apply force to the support cable. Therefore, in this way, in an embodiment, the top portion of the support structure can apply force to the support cable. Thus, in a particular embodiment, the support structure includes a support element wherein the support element is permeable along a support element axis (A) orthogonal to the principal axis (A). S The support element can move or extend, wherein the support element is configured to apply force to the support cable. In embodiments, this can be based on an elastic support element (see also above) and / or a spring-based support element.

[0058] Therefore, in this embodiment, the support element can be spring-based. That is, in this embodiment, the support structure can include a support spring. The support spring can be configured to apply a force to the support element when it is pressed in the direction of the first side. Therefore, when the support cable can be disposed in the first hook opening and the second hook opening, the support cable can apply a force to the spring via the support element. Thus, in this embodiment, the support spring can effectively apply a force to the support cable. This facilitates holding the support cable in place.

[0059] For those skilled in the art, it is obvious to select an appropriate spring stiffness to secure the light-generating device to the support cable.

[0060] In embodiments, the support spring may be a compression spring selected from the group consisting of convex springs, concave springs, conical springs, straight helical springs, variable pitch springs, etc. A convex spring is cylindrical and may have a coil with a larger diameter in the middle and a coil with a smaller diameter at the ends. A concave spring may be hourglass-shaped and may have a coil with a smaller diameter in the middle and a coil with a larger diameter at the ends. A conical spring may have a coil with a diameter that tapers from one end to the other. A straight helical spring may have a uniform diameter along the length of the spring. A variable pitch spring may have a coil with a different pitch along the length of the spring. In another embodiment, the support spring may be a leaf spring. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the choice of (support) spring is not limited to the examples above, and any other suitable spring may be chosen. Therefore, in embodiments, the support element comprises an elastic material or is spring-based.

[0061] In embodiments, the light generating device may be electrically powered. Therefore, the light generating device may specifically include features and / or elements that power the light generating device. In embodiments, the light generating device may be electrically powered. Specifically, the light generating device may be powered by a DC power supply. The term "DC power supply" refers to a power supply that provides direct current to the light generating device. More specifically, the light generating system may be electrically coupled to a 24V DC power supply. Note that in some embodiments, the light generating device may (also) be powered by an AC power supply. The term "AC power supply" refers to a power supply that provides alternating current to the light generating device. The power supply may be configured externally to the light generating device.

[0062] In embodiments, the light generating device may include a trench for at least partially accommodating a predetermined cable. The term "trench" may refer to a channel or channel. Specifically, the second side of the light generating device may include a trench. Note that the trench may be particularly different from a recessed structure and may be specifically configured in addition to a recessed structure. Thus, particularly in embodiments, the support cable may not be a predetermined cable for powering the light generating device (see also below). In embodiments, the trench may provide a conduit through which at least a portion of the predetermined cable can be routed. In embodiments, the trench may be configured substantially parallel to the main axis (A).

[0063] Note that the term "pre-selected" can specifically refer to something chosen or designed to be functionally coupled to a light-generating device. Therefore, the dimensions can be selected such that the cable fits in the trench, but can also be selected such that there is a clearance fit (e.g., tight running clearance, sliding clearance, tight clearance, and position clearance) or a transition fit. Thus, when the cable is configured in the trench, in an embodiment, the cable width can be 0.5-1 times the trench width, such as 0.75-1 times, or 0.85-1 times. Alternatively or additionally, when the cable is configured in the trench, in an embodiment, the cable height can be 0.5-1 times the available height in the trench, such as 0.75-1 times, or 0.85-1 times.

[0064] In embodiments, the trench may include one or more conductive elements. The conductive elements may particularly include contact points that facilitate electrical conduction (and electrical contact between the predetermined cable and the light source). Specifically, the conductive elements may include sharp shapes. In embodiments, the sharp shapes may be configured to pierce the insulating material of the predetermined cable. Thus, the sharp points can contact the electrically conductive material included by the predetermined cable, thereby establishing an electrical contact between the predetermined cable and the light generating device. Therefore, in embodiments, the trench includes conductive elements comprising sharp shapes; wherein the conductive elements are configured to penetrate the isolator housing of the predetermined cable when the trench accommodates such a cable including an isolator housing, wherein the conductive elements are functionally coupled to the light generating device. Therefore, in embodiments, the conductive elements may include an insulation piercing connector. An insulation piercing connector (“IPC”) can contact the live wire (e.g., the predetermined cable) without stripping the insulation. The IPC makes the connection without exposing the predetermined cable. Therefore, the IPC particularly improves safety because it is completely safe for a user to touch or operate the IPC.

[0065] In embodiments, the trench may (also) include multiple conductive elements, particularly at least two (though more are also possible). This can be advantageous for making parallel electrical connections in existing circuitry, thereby facilitating the configuration of multiple light-generating devices along the same predetermined cable. Furthermore, in embodiments, the light source may include two (or more) electrodes. In particular, the two (or more) electrodes may be functionally coupled to two (or more) conductive elements. In a particular embodiment, the trench includes at least two conductive elements configured to be functionally coupled to two different electrodes of the light source.

[0066] In one embodiment, the second side of the light generating device may include a recessed structure and a groove.

[0067] In embodiments, the connector configuration can be configured to be at least partially removable. Specifically, the connector structure may include a connector hinge, and more particularly, the connector structure can rotate about the connector hinge to provide access to the trench. Therefore, in a partially removed support structure configuration, the trench can be particularly easily accessed. Thus, in this way, a predetermined cable can be specifically positioned in the trench (in the partially removed connector configuration). Furthermore, in such configurations, conductive elements can be forced through the isolator housing in embodiments to electrically couple the predetermined cable to the electrodes of the light generating device via the conductive elements. For example, a force can be applied when the partially removed support structure configuration returns to a configuration suitable for operation. Therefore, in a particular embodiment, the connector configuration is configured to be at least partially removable from the light generating device, wherein the connector configuration is configured such that: (i) in the at least partially removed configuration, and without the predetermined cable, the trench can be accessed by the predetermined cable, and (ii) when the connector configuration is configured to be functionally coupled to the light generating device, conductive elements are forced through the isolator housing. The partially removed support structure can be configured (reverted) to a configuration where the grooves are closed. For example, the support structure can be secured to the rest of the light-generating device using screws and / or pawl connections (and suspendable elements).

[0068] As described above, a light source specifically provides light. In embodiments, a light generating device (including a light source) can provide a light distribution. Characteristics related to light distribution are described herein.

[0069] In embodiments, the light source may include a first (primary) peak wavelength in the range of 450 nm to 480 nm, such as in the range of 455 nm to 475 nm, particularly in the range of 460 nm to 470 nm. Furthermore, in embodiments, the light source may include a second (primary) peak wavelength in the range of 515 nm to 545 nm, such as in the range of 520 nm to 540 nm, particularly in the range of 525 nm to 535 nm. In a particular embodiment, the light source includes a first peak wavelength in the range of 450 nm to 480 nm and a second peak wavelength between 515 nm and 545 nm. In embodiments, the light source may include ultraviolet light. In another embodiment, the light source may include UV-A light. In embodiments, the light source may (also) include UV-B light. In another embodiment, the light source may include a combination of UV-A and UV-B light. Note that in embodiments, the light generating device may include multiple light sources. Therefore, the light generating device may specifically provide the aforementioned spectral distribution. In an embodiment, the light generating device may include a plurality of light sources, wherein two or more light sources are configured to generate light with different spectral power distributions, such as spectral power distributions including one or more of visible light and UV radiation, such as light selected from UV-A, UV-B, UV-C, blue, cyan, green, yellow, amber, orange and red light.

[0070] In embodiments, the light generation system (including light generation devices) can provide a wide beam of light from a source. Specifically, the light source light can include a full width at half maximum (“FWHM”) in the range of -110° to 110°, such as in the range of -90° to 90°, particularly in the range of -75° to 75°, and even more particularly in the range of at least -50° to 50°. In particular, the light source light can have such a full width at half maximum in two orthogonal planes. In embodiments, each light generation device can be configured to generate light from a source having such a beam (shape).

[0071] Furthermore, in embodiments, the light generation system may include one or more optical elements configured downstream of the light source. Features or elements associated with optical elements are described herein. In embodiments, one or more optical elements may include beam-shaping elements, such as one or more optical elements selected from the group consisting of lenses, lens assemblies, collimators, and hollow reflectors. In embodiments, a lens assembly may particularly be a combination of one or more lenses. Collimators and / or hollow reflectors may particularly be used to beam-shape light to provide a parallel beam. Thus, in this way, one or more optical elements can facilitate beam shaping of the system light. In embodiments, a light-transmitting window may include one or more optical elements.

[0072] The terms “upstream” and “downstream” refer to the arrangement of items or features relative to the propagation of light from a light-generating device (here, in particular a light source), wherein a second position within the beam closer to the light-generating device is “upstream” relative to a first position within the beam from the light-generating device, and a third position within the beam further away from the light-generating device is “downstream”.

[0073] Furthermore, the light generation system can generate system light. In particular, system light can include light from a light source.

[0074] The light generating device may include one or more light sources, such as on the order of 1-48 (solid-state) light sources in the embodiment, such as a range of 2-48 (solid-state) light sources, such as a range of 4-24 (solid-state) light sources.

[0075] As described above, the operation of a light generating device can be controlled, in particular, by means of a controller. Therefore, in embodiments, the light generating system may specifically include a control system. Additionally or alternatively, the light generating system may include a driver to control the operation of the light generating system, particularly the light generating device. The control system may be included in the light generating system, or may be functionally coupled to the light generating system.

[0076] The control system can also be configured to receive and execute commands from a remote control. In one embodiment, the control system can be controlled via an app on the device, such as a portable device like a smartphone or iPhone, tablet, etc. Therefore, the device does not necessarily need to be coupled to the lighting system, but can be (temporarily) functionally coupled to the lighting system.

[0077] A system, apparatus, or device may perform actions in a “mode,” “operating mode,” “mode of operation,” or “operational mode.” The term “operational mode” may also be used to indicate “control mode.” Similarly, in a method, an action, stage, or step may be performed in a “mode,” “operating mode,” “mode of operation,” or “operational mode.” This does not preclude the system, apparatus, or device from being adapted to provide another control mode, or multiple other control modes. Likewise, this does not preclude the possibility of performing one or more other modes before and / or after performing this mode.

[0078] However, in embodiments, a control system may be available that is adapted to provide at least one control mode. If other modes are available, the selection of such modes can be performed specifically via a user interface, although other options are also possible, such as performing modes based on sensor signals or a (time) scheme. In embodiments, an operating mode may also refer to a system, device, or apparatus that can only operate in a single operating mode (i.e., "on," without additional tunability).

[0079] Therefore, in this embodiment, the control system can be controlled based on one or more of the following: input signals from the user interface, sensor signals (from sensors), and timers. The term "timer" can refer to a clock and / or a predetermined timing scheme.

[0080] In another aspect, the invention provides an assembly including a support cable and one or more light generating devices. In one embodiment, the assembly may further include a predetermined cable. In another embodiment, the assembly may include electrical discharge wires, particularly the support cable, which may be configured as electrical discharge wires. As described above, the support cable can be selected or designed for the connector configuration.

[0081] In another aspect, the present invention provides an apparatus comprising a light generation system and a support cable.

[0082] In another aspect, the present invention provides an animal device comprising an animal area and a light-generating system. In an embodiment, a support cable may be configured above the animal area. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the light-generating device may be functionally coupled to an electrical energy source (or power source) via a predetermined cable. Thus, in a particular embodiment, the present invention provides an animal device comprising an animal area and a light-generating system, wherein: (I) a support cable is configured above the animal area; and (II) the light-generating device is functionally coupled to an electrical energy source via a predetermined cable.

[0083] In another aspect, the present invention provides an animal area and a light generation system. The animal area can refer to any area or space where animals can be kept, particularly an enclosed area or space where animals can be kept. For example, the animal area in the embodiments can include pens (such as sheep pens), animal enclosures, paddocks, pigpens (such as pig pens), cages, stables, barns, stables, etc. Note that the animal area in the embodiments can have different shapes and can have different areas. In the embodiments, the animal area can be rectangular, circular, polygonal, elliptical, etc. In other embodiments, the animal area can also have other irregular shapes. The animal area can particularly be an area where animals can walk or rest. Therefore, the animal area can be included, for example, by a stable, barn, or poultry house, but can also be in other enclosures used for multiple animals.

[0084] In embodiments, the light generation system may include multiple light generation devices and connector configurations (i.e., each light generation device may include a connector configuration). Furthermore, in embodiments, support cables may be configured above the animal area. Specifically, the support cables may be configured to support the multiple light generation devices via (corresponding) connector configurations. Additionally, the multiple light generation devices may be functionally coupled to an electrical energy source via predetermined cables. Thus, in this way, in embodiments, the multiple light generation devices may illuminate at least a portion of the animal area. Specifically, in embodiments, the multiple light generation devices may illuminate the (entire) animal area. These features are described in more detail herein.

[0085] As described above, the light generating system can be configured to be associated with support cables, specifically, the light generating devices can be suspended from the support cables. In another embodiment, multiple light generating devices can be configured to be associated with support cables. Specifically, the multiple light generating devices can be suspended from the support cables. In another embodiment, multiple support cables can be configured above the animal area. Therefore, in embodiments, multiple light generating devices can be configured to be associated with multiple support cables, specifically, the multiple light generating devices can be suspended from the multiple support cables.

[0086] In one embodiment, n support cables may be configured above the animal area. Furthermore, in another embodiment, n predetermined support cables may also be configured above the animal area. Additionally, in another embodiment, the light generation system may include m light generating devices associated with each support cable (specifically, the trenches included by the m light generating devices can accommodate each predetermined cable). In one embodiment, n may be 1, or in other embodiments at least 2, such as at least 5. Furthermore, in another embodiment, m may be at least 2, such as at least 10. Therefore, in one embodiment, the light generation system may include a total of m n light generating devices. That is, in embodiments, the light generating system may include at least 4, such as at least 20, and particularly at least 50 light generating devices. Therefore, the light generating devices can be arranged in a 2D array above the animal area. Thus, the arrangement of the light generating devices above the animal area can provide a light gradient above the animal area. Note that in embodiments, the light generating devices can be configured above the animal area, such as at a height of at least 15 cm; the height may also depend on the type of animal. Therefore, in a particular embodiment, the present invention provides an animal device comprising an animal area and a light generating system, wherein: (I) the light generating system includes a plurality of light generating devices and a connector configuration; (II) support cables are configured above the animal area, wherein the support cables are configured to support the plurality of light generating devices via (corresponding) connector configurations; and (III) the light generating devices are functionally coupled to an electrical energy source via predetermined cables. Using such inventions, the animal area can therefore be illuminated, and in particular, a light gradient can be provided over the animal area. The welfare of animal devices can be a key part of the catering industry's efforts to improve animal welfare in the protein supply chain.

[0087] In an embodiment, multiple light generating devices can be configured such that a non-uniform distribution of light from the light source is obtained over the animal region. For example, the intensity ratio (based on power) over the animal region can be on the order of at least 1:2, such as at least 1:4, up to about 1:20, such as up to about 1:15 (e.g., about 1:10), with the highest intensity over the animal region substantially below the light generating devices, and the lowest intensity over the animal array substantially between the two light generating devices.

[0088] In addition to the support cables associated with the light generating devices (one or more) and the predetermined cables configured to power the light generating devices (one or more), feed lines and electric shock wires may also be used. These features are described herein.

[0089] In embodiments, the animal device may further include feed lines. In embodiments, the feed lines may be configured to provide one or more of a liquid and feed at different locations within the animal area. Specifically, the liquid and / or feed may flow via the feed lines. In another embodiment, the animal device may include multiple feed lines. Furthermore, in embodiments, a light generation system may be configured to provide light to one or more feed lines. Furthermore, in embodiments, the light generation system may be configured to provide light to at least a portion of the animal area. Therefore, in certain embodiments, the animal device further includes (elongated) feed lines configured to provide one or more of a liquid and feed (at different locations within the animal device), wherein the light generation system is configured to provide light to one or more feed lines and at least a portion of the animal area disposed below the feed lines.

[0090] In one embodiment, the electric shock wire can be configured (or arranged) in the animal area. The electric shock wire specifically helps to confine or restrain the animal within the animal area. In another embodiment, a support cable can be configured as the electric shock wire (or, the electric shock wire can (and thus) be used as a support cable). This facilitates protection of the light-generating device from unwanted contact by animals.

[0091] In another aspect, the present invention provides a method for irradiating at least a portion of an animal device, wherein the method includes providing light source light. In embodiments, the method may include providing light source light with a first (primary) peak wavelength in the range of 450 nm to 480 nm. Furthermore, in embodiments, the method may include providing light source light with a second (primary) peak wavelength in the range of 515 nm to 545 nm. Furthermore, in embodiments, the method may include providing light source light comprising UV-A light, or UV-B light, or a combination thereof. Furthermore, the method may include providing light source light with an FWHM in the range of -90° to 90°. Therefore, in a particular embodiment, the present invention provides a method for irradiating at least a portion of an animal device, wherein the method may include providing: (i) light source light with a first peak wavelength in the range of 450 nm to 480 nm and a second peak wavelength in the range of 515 nm to 545 nm; (ii) light source light comprising ultraviolet light, particularly UV-A or UV-B light, or a combination thereof; and (iii) light source light with an FWHM in the range of -90° to 90°.

[0092] In another aspect, the present invention provides a method for mounting a light generating system according to the invention to a support cable, wherein the method comprises: positioning the support cable through a hook opening and on a top portion of a support structure of a connector structure of the light generating system, wherein the top portion of the support structure applies force to the support cable; and associating the light generating device (and thus the light generating system) with the support cable by abutting a first hook portion and a second hook portion to the support cable. Attached Figure Description

[0093] Embodiments of the invention will now be described by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying schematic diagrams, in which corresponding reference numerals indicate corresponding parts, and in the drawings:

[0094] Figures 1a-1f schematically depict embodiments of the present invention;

[0095] Figures 2a-2b schematically depict (application) embodiments, such as including recessed structure 531;

[0096] Figure 3 An embodiment of the support element 535 is schematically depicted;

[0097] Figure 4 An embodiment of the trench 600 is schematically depicted; and

[0098] Figure 5 An embodiment of the animal device 2000 is depicted schematically. The schematic diagram is not necessarily drawn to scale. Detailed Implementation

[0099] Some embodiments are described below.

[0100] In embodiments, the light-generating device described herein can be mounted on a feed line with a unique clamping mechanism to connect it to the "electric shock wire," i.e., the (steel) cable along the top of the feed line. Furthermore, such a light-generating device can incorporate two hook structures, which, in embodiments, secure the light-generating system to the steel "electric shock wire" cable. Additionally, to improve the performance of the hook lock and ease of installation in the system, a center tensioning and alignment button (i.e., a support structure) can be used. This allows the user to quickly align the light-generating device into place and guide rotation to a fixed position. The button (i.e., the top portion of the support structure) can be slightly lifted and an upward force applied to lock the steel cable in the cable hook (i.e., the hook structure). However, other embodiments are also possible.

[0101] Furthermore, each individual light-generating device can be connected to the main 24V DC power supply via a mounting clamp with an insulated piercing connector and cable ties. The use of the insulated piercing connector and the built-in mounting clamp (i.e., hook structure) allows farmers the flexibility to quickly install and place the light-generating device using only a screwdriver. However, other embodiments are also possible.

[0102] Figure 1a schematically depicts an embodiment of the light generation system 1000, particularly a cross-sectional view of the light generation system 1000 perpendicular to the main axis A. In the embodiment, the light generation system 1000 may include a light generation device 100 and a connector configuration 500. Specifically, the light generation device 100 may include (i) a light source 10, (ii) a first side 110, and (iii) a second side 120.

[0103] In an embodiment, the light generating device 100 may be an enclosed element housing the light source 10. Specifically, the light generating device 100 may include a first portion comprising a first side 120, and a second portion comprising a second side 120. In an embodiment, the first portion may also include a light-transmitting window 1020, particularly transparent to the light source 10. The first side 110 (of the first portion) may be associated with the second side 120 (of the second portion), such as via a screw and / or pawl connection, or a screw-pawl connection, etc., i.e., in a manner known in the art.

[0104] In an embodiment, the light source 10 may include a solid-state light source. Specifically, the light generating device 100 may be configured to generate light source light 11. Note that in an embodiment, the light generating device 100 may include a plurality of light sources 10. In an embodiment, the light generating device 100 may be configured such that during operation of the light source 10, at least a portion of the light source light 11 is emitted from a first side 110.

[0105] In an embodiment, the connector configuration 500 may be configured on the second side 120 of the light generating device 100. Specifically, the connector configuration may include a first hook structure 510, a second hook structure 520, and a support structure 530. The first hook structure 510 and the second hook structure 520 are depicted in FIG1b. These features are described below.

[0106] In an embodiment, the first hook structure 510 may include a first hook portion 511 defining a first hook opening 512, a first hook opening inlet 513, and a first hook end 514. Similarly, in an embodiment, the second hook structure 520 may include a second hook portion 521 defining a second hook opening 522, a second hook opening inlet 523, and a second hook end 524. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the first hook structure 510 may include a first hook base 515. Additionally, in an embodiment, the second hook structure 520 may include a second hook base 525. In an embodiment, the first hook base 515 and the second hook base 525 may be physically fixed to a second side 120 of the light generating device 100.

[0107] Furthermore, in the embodiments, hook portions 511, 521 may be at least partially configured on different sides of the main axis A relative to the main axis A, and hook ends 514, 524 may be configured on different sides of the main axis A. Note that the term "side of the main axis A" refers to the second side first portion 1201 and the second side second portion 1202 (where both the second side first portion 1201 and the second side second portion 1202 relate to portions on the second side of the light generating device). In the depicted embodiments, the second side first portion 1201 and the second side second portion 1202 are configured to the left and right sides of the main axis A. Furthermore, in the embodiments, the first hook end 514 may extend over the main axis A to the second side second portion 1202. Similarly, the second hook end 524 may extend over the main axis A to the second side first portion 1201. Furthermore, the main axis A may pass through the first hook opening 512 and the second hook opening 522.

[0108] In an embodiment, the support structure 530 may include a top portion 541. In particular, the top portion 541 may be configured between the first hook structure 510 and the second hook structure 520 (this is depicted in a cross section parallel to the main axis A, see FIG1c).

[0109] In one embodiment, the light generating device 100 can be configured to be associated with a support cable 400, wherein the support cable 400 is configured to pass through hook openings 512, 522 (along the main axis A) and on the top portion 541 of the support structure. Specifically, the support cable 400 can pass through the first hook opening 512 and the second hook opening 522. Furthermore, in another embodiment, the support cable 400 can cross over the top portion 541 of the support structure, and in particular, the support cable 400 can contact the top portion 541 of the support structure. Specifically, the top portion 541 of the support structure can be displaced in a direction perpendicular to the main axis A (while simultaneously aligning the support cable 400 along the main axis A). In another embodiment, the top portion 541 of the support structure can be configured such that the main axis A passes through the top portion 541 of the support structure, such that the top portion 541 of the support structure is displaced when aligned with the support cable 400 along the main axis A. In yet another embodiment, the top portion 541 of the support structure can be configured such that the main axis A passes through the top portion 541 of the support structure, so the top portion 541 of the support structure may have to be shifted to align the support cable 400 along the main axis A.

[0110] Note that the first hook opening 512, the second hook opening 522, and the top portion 541 of the support structure can contact the support cable 400, thereby providing a tight fit. Here, firstly, the first hook structure 510 and the second hook structure 520, configured on opposite sides of the main axis A, can clamp the support cable 400 (from the side), and secondly, the top portion 541 of the support structure and the hook openings (i.e., the first hook opening 512 and the second hook opening 522) can clamp the support cable 400 (from the top and bottom). In an embodiment, the connector structure 500 can be at least partially flexible, and therefore portions of the connector structure 500 (particularly the top portion 541 of the support structure) can be displaced to accommodate the support cable 400. Additionally or alternatively, in an embodiment, the support cable 400 can undergo partial deformation or bending when associated with the light generating device 100. The minimum tolerances between the support cable 400 and the components of the connector structure 500 (i.e., the first hook structure 510, the second hook structure 520, and the top portion 541 of the support structure) facilitate clamping the connector structure 500 to the support cable 400. The physical dimensions of the aforementioned features are depicted in Figures 1e and 1f.

[0111] In an embodiment, the top portion 541 of the support structure can be configured to apply force to the support cable 400. Specifically, the top portion 541 of the support structure can apply force to the support cable 400 (when associated with the support cable 400). Thus, the support cable 400 can be held by the first hook structure 510, the second hook structure 520, and the top portion 541 of the support structure. Therefore, in an embodiment, the light generating device 100 can be configured to be suspended from the support cable 400.

[0112] In an embodiment, the support structure 530 may include a recessed structure 531, which in particular facilitates the association (or configuration) of the support cable 400 with the light generating device 100. These features are further described in FIG2.

[0113] In one embodiment, the support structure 530 may include an elastic material. The elastic material can deform by applying mechanical stress and can apply a reaction force proportional to the degree of deformation. Therefore, in this way, the support structure 530, particularly the top portion 541, can apply force to the support cable 400. This clamps the light generating device 100 to the connector configuration 500.

[0114] Additionally or alternatively, in an embodiment, the support structure 530 may include a support element 535. Specifically, the support element 535 may be along a support element axis A orthogonal to the principal axis A. S Move or extend (e.g.) Figure 3 (As depicted). In an embodiment, the support element 535 can be configured to apply force to the support cable 400. In particular, the support element 535 may comprise an elastic material or be spring-based. Thus, when the support cable 400 is configured along the main axis A, the top portion 541 of the support structure can extend along the support axis A. S Displaced. In response to the displacement of the support structure 530, particularly the top portion 541 of the support structure, the top portion 541 of the support structure exerts a (reaction) force on the support cable 400.

[0115] In one embodiment, the light generating device 100 may include a trench 600 for at least partially receiving a predetermined cable 650. The predetermined cable 650 may specifically power (and / or control) the light generating device 100. The predetermined cable 650 may be configured in the trench 600. Specifically, during assembly, a connector configuration 500 may rotate about a connector hinge 5001, making the trench 600 accessible to the predetermined cable. These features are... Figure 4 Described in the text.

[0116] In this embodiment, the total volume of the light generating device can be selected from 1 cm. 3 - 10 dm 3 The range, such as those selected from 4cm 3 -4 dm 3 The range is [not specified], although other sizes are also possible.

[0117] Figure 1b schematically depicts the first hook structure 510 and the second hook structure 520 in the embodiments. In the embodiment, the first hook structure 510 may include a first hook base 515 physically fixed to a second side 120 of the light generating device 100. Furthermore, in the embodiment, the second hook structure 520 may include a second hook base 525 physically fixed to the second side 120 of the light generating device. Specifically, the first hook opening inlet 513 may provide an entrance to the first hook opening 512. Similarly, the second hook opening inlet 523 may provide an entrance to the second hook opening 522.

[0118] In an embodiment, the first hook structure 510 may have a shape selected from the group consisting of an L-shape, a (broken) P-shape, a J-shape, or a U-shape. For example, in this embodiment, a J-shape is depicted. Here, the first hook base 515 (and / or the second hook base 525) may in particular be the top of the character "J", the curved portion of the character "J" may in particular be the first hook opening entrance 513 (and / or the second hook opening entrance 523), the curved region surrounded by the bottom curvature of the character "J" may (at least partially) define the first hook opening 512 (and / or the second hook opening 522), and the bottom end of the character "J" may in particular be the first hook end 514 (and / or the second hook end 524). In other words, in an embodiment, the first hook structure 510 (and / or the second hook structure 520) may resemble the character "J", particularly the inverted character "J" attached to the second side 120.

[0119] Figure 1c schematically depicts an embodiment of the light generation system 1000 in a cross-section parallel to the main axis A. In the depicted embodiment, the light generation device 100 includes three light sources 10. Specifically, light 11 from the light source is emitted from a first side 110. A connector configuration 500 is disposed on a second side. In this cross-section, a support structure 530, a first hook structure 510, a second hook structure 520, and a top portion 541 of the support structure are depicted. In this embodiment, the first hook structure 510 and the second hook structure 520 are disposed along the main axis A and on either side of the top portion 541 of the support structure.

[0120] The top of the support cable 400 can be substantially the same at the positions of the first hook structure 510, the support structure 530, and the second hook structure 520. However, due to the force exerted by the support structure 530 on the support cable 400, the local top of the support cable 400 at the support structure 530 can be, for example, slightly higher than the equivalent circular diameter of the support cable at the positions of the first hook structure 510 and the second hook structure 520, such as 1% to 20%, or 1% to 10%.

[0121] Figure 1d schematically depicts a top view of the light generation system 1000. In the depicted embodiment, a connector configuration 500, including a support structure 530, is attached to a second side 120 of the light generation device. Furthermore, in the depicted embodiment, a support cable 400 is configured along the main axis A. Specifically, the support cable 400 is configured in a first hook portion 511 (particularly via a first hook opening 512) and a second hook portion 521 (particularly via a second hook opening 522). Additionally, a top portion 541 of the support structure is configured between the first hook structure 510 and the second hook structure 520.

[0122] Figure 1e schematically depicts the connector configuration 500 in the embodiment.

[0123] The depicted embodiment illustrates a connector configuration 500, which includes a first hook structure 510, a second hook structure 520, and a top portion 541 of a support structure (configured on the second side 120 of the light generating device 100).

[0124] In one embodiment, the center of the top portion 541 of the support structure can be positioned at a distance D1 from the center of the first hook opening 512, measured along the main axis A. Furthermore, in another embodiment, the center of the top portion 541 of the support structure can be positioned at a distance D2 from the center of the second hook opening 522, measured along the main axis A. In this embodiment, D1 = D2 can be applied.

[0125] Furthermore, in an embodiment, the second side may include a second side plane 1210 passing through at least a portion of the second side 120. Specifically, the second side plane 1210 may be flat. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the center of the first hook opening 512 may be configured at a distance H1 measured perpendicular to and relative to the second side plane 1210, and the center of the second hook opening 522 may be configured at a distance H2 measured perpendicular to and relative to the second side plane 1210. In an embodiment, H1 may be equal to H2. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the support cable 400 may have a D... T The equivalent circle diameter and R TThe equivalent circle radius. Note that the support cable 400 can specifically pass through the first hook opening 512 and the second hook opening 522. Furthermore, the support cable 400 can pass through the first hook opening 512 and the second hook opening 522 and can contact the top portion 541 of the support structure. In this configuration, one or more of the following can be applied: (i) the top portion 541 of the support structure, the first hook structure 510, and the second hook structure 520 can be partially deformed to accommodate the support cable 400; (ii) the support cable 400 can be partially deformed (or bent) to be adapted by the connector configuration 500; and (iii) the top portion 541 of the support structure can be displaced in a direction perpendicular to the main axis A and a force can be applied to the support cable 400. Therefore, in the embodiment, H1-R can be further applied. T ≤ H S And similarly, in the embodiments, H2-R can be applied. T ≤ H S .

[0126] For clarity, connector configuration 500 is depicted without support cable 400. Support cable 400 is depicted above connector configuration 500 to indicate the relevant dimensions of support cable 400.

[0127] Figure 1f schematically depicts the connector configuration 500 and support cable 400 in a direction perpendicular to the main axis A. In Figure 1f, the diameter D is schematically depicted. T The first radius r1 included in the first hook portion 511 is also indicated. Since the second radius r2 included in the second hook portion can be substantially the same, the second radius is also indicated. Note that in the embodiment, the radius of the support cable and the first and second radii can be substantially the same.

[0128] In this figure, portions of the first hook structure 510 and the second hook structure 520 are depicted (positioned behind the first hook structure 510 in this view). The first hook opening 512 may have an equivalent circular diameter DH1 in an embodiment, and the second hook opening 522 may have an equivalent circular diameter DH2 in an embodiment. Furthermore, in an embodiment, there may be minimal tolerance between the first hook opening 512 and the support cable 400. Similarly, there may be minimal tolerance between the second hook opening 522 and the support cable 400.

[0129] Therefore, in the embodiments, D can be applied. T ≤ DH1, and similarly, in the embodiments, D can be applied. T ≤DH2.

[0130] Figure 2 schematically depicts the recessed structure 531 in the embodiment. Figure 2a depicts a top view of an embodiment of the light generating device 100. In the depicted embodiment, the support cable 400 first runs along the recessed axis A. R Alignment is achieved. Subsequently, the light generating device 100 is rotated to align the support cable 400 with the main axis A.

[0131] As described above, in this embodiment, the support structure 530 includes a recessed structure 531. Specifically, the recessed structure 531 may be configured along at least a portion of the main axis A. The recessed structure 531 can particularly facilitate the arrangement (or configuration) of the support cable 400 along the main axis A. Specifically, the recessed structure 531 may include a channel or conduit to facilitate the sliding (or arrangement) of the support cable 400 along the main axis A. More specifically, the sides of the recessed structure 531, i.e., the sides of the channel or conduit, may be inclined. This facilitates the sliding of the support cable 400 into the recessed structure 531.

[0132] Figure 2b depicts an embodiment of a light generating device 100 including a recessed structure 531, which also includes a saddle-shaped shape. In another embodiment, the recessed structure 531 may include a saddle-shaped shape. In particular, the saddle-shaped shape may have valleys defined on both sides by raised structures (or ridges). Dashed lines indicate the raised areas of the recessed structure 531. This can provide the benefit of facilitating the sliding of the support cable 400 into the recessed structure 531 and preventing the support cable 400 from sliding out of the recessed structure 531. In another embodiment, the recessed structure 531 may include two recessed portions 532 disposed on both sides of a central recessed point 533. In an embodiment, the support element axis A S It can pass through the central recess point 533. The recessed portion 532 can widen particularly away from the central recess point 533. In particular, the recessed portion 532 can have a recess axis A. R In the embodiment, the axis A of the recess... R Each of the supports can have a first angle α1 relative to the main axis A, which is selected from the range of 0 < α1 ≤ 90°. Therefore, in this way, the support cable 400 can initially run along the concave axis A. R Alignment is achieved, and the light generating device 100 can then rotate about the axis of the support element to align the support cable 400 with the main axis A. This provides the benefit of configuring the support cable 400 along the main axis A without obstruction from the first support structure 510 and the second support structure 520.

[0133] Figure 3 The support element 535 in the embodiment is schematically depicted. As described above, the support structure 530 may include an elastic material. In another embodiment, the support structure 530 may include the support element 535. In particular, the support element 535 may be located along the support element axis A. SMove or extend the support element axis A S It can be orthogonal to the main axis A. In an embodiment, the support element 535 can be configured to apply force to the support cable 400. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the support element 535 may include an elastic material or be spring-based.

[0134] In the depicted embodiment, the support cable 400 passes through the first hook opening 512 and the second hook opening 522. Specifically, the support element 535 is spring-based and can apply force to the support cable 400. Thus, the support cable 400 can be clamped between the first hook structure 510, the second hook structure 520, and the top portion 541 of the support structure. In particular, the connector configuration 500 can provide a tight fit, i.e., the support cable 400 can specifically contact the inside of the first and second hook openings, and the top portion 541 of the support structure.

[0135] Figure 4 The trench 600 in the embodiment is schematically depicted. In the embodiment, the light generating device 100 may include the trench 600 for at least partially accommodating a predetermined cable 650. Note that in the embodiment, the trench 600 is different from the recessed structure 531. In the embodiment, the trench 600 may be configured on the second side 120, which is closer to the first side 110 than the recessed structure 531. Therefore, in the embodiment, the trench 600 may be configured below the recessed structure 531. However, in the embodiment, the trench 600 may also be configured at a different location than the recessed structure 531.

[0136] Furthermore, during the assembly of the light generating device 100, the connector configuration 500 can be specifically configured to be partially removed. Specifically, the connector configuration 500 can be rotated about the connector hinge 5001 (to configure the connector configuration 500 in a removed configuration). In this way, in the removed configuration, the predetermined cable 650 can approach the trench 600. Subsequently, during the assembly of the light generating device 100, the predetermined cable 650 can be positioned in the trench 600. Assembly can then be completed by rotating the connector configuration 650 back to its original position about the connector hinge 5001.

[0137] In an embodiment, trench 600 may include a conductive element 610, which includes a sharp shape 611. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the predetermined cable 650 may include an isolator housing 651. The isolator housing 651 may specifically insulate the predetermined cable 650. In an embodiment, the conductive element 610 (including the sharp shape 611) may be configured to penetrate the isolator housing 651 of the predetermined cable 650. That is, in a removed configuration, the predetermined cable 650 (including the isolator housing 651) may be specifically accommodated in trench 600. Furthermore, in an embodiment, the conductive element 610 may pierce the isolator housing 651 to make (electrical) contact with the predetermined cable 650. Thus, in this way, the conductive element 610 may be functionally coupled to the light generating device 100. In an embodiment, the predetermined cable 650 may power the light generating device 100. Additionally or alternatively, in an embodiment, the electrical contact may facilitate control of the light generating device 100 by means of a controller or driver.

[0138] In this embodiment, the predetermined cable 650 may include two cables. This facilitates configuring the light generating device 100 in parallel with a power supply. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the trench 600 may include at least two conductive elements 610. In this embodiment, each of the two conductive elements 610 may include a sharp shape 611. Additionally, in this embodiment, the conductive elements 610 may both pierce the isolator housing 651. In another embodiment, the two conductive elements 610 may be configured to functionally couple to two different electrodes of the light source 10. Therefore, the light source 10 can be configured in parallel with a power supply.

[0139] Figure 5An embodiment of the animal device 2000 is schematically depicted. In another aspect, the present invention provides an animal device 2000 comprising an animal area 2 and a light generating system 1000. Specifically, a light source 11 can be used to illuminate the animal area 2. In an embodiment, the animal area 2 may be an area for accommodating or housing animals. In another embodiment, the light generating system 1000 may include a plurality of light generating devices 100 and a connector configuration 500. That is, the light generating system 1000 may include a plurality of light generating devices 100, wherein each light generating device may include a connector configuration 500. In an embodiment, a support cable 400 may be configured above the animal area 2. Specifically, the support cable 400 may be configured to support a plurality of light generating devices 100 via a corresponding connector configuration 500. Note that in an embodiment, the animal area may have a plurality of support cables 400, wherein each support cable 400 may support a plurality of light generating devices 100. Therefore, the plurality of light generating devices 100 may be associated with the support cables 400 to illuminate the animal area 2. Furthermore, in the embodiments, each light generating device can be functionally coupled to a predetermined cable 650. In the depicted embodiments, the predetermined cable 650 can be configured in a trench 600. Outside the trench, the predetermined cable can be secured to a support cable 400 by means of clamps 551 (e.g., zipper straps, clips, cable ties, etc.).

[0140] In an embodiment, the animal device may further include an (elongated) feed line 2100. Specifically, feed and liquid can flow via the feed line 2100. In an embodiment, the feed line 2100 may be configured to provide one or more of liquid and feed (at different locations within the animal device 2000). In an embodiment, the light generation system 1000 may be configured to provide light source light 11 to one or more of the feed line 2100 and at least a portion of the animal region 2 disposed below the feed line 2100.

[0141] In another embodiment, the support cable 400 may include a conductive material. In such embodiments, the support cable 400 is particularly capable of providing an electrical charge when in contact with a conductive material, especially an animal. Therefore, in this embodiment, the support cable 400 may be configured as an electric shock wire.

Claims

1. A light generation system (1000) comprising a light generation device (100) and a connector configuration (500), wherein: The light generating device (100) includes (i) a light source (10), (ii) a first side (110), and (iii) a second side (120); The light source (10) includes a solid-state light source and is configured to generate light source light (11), wherein the light generating device (100) is configured such that during operation of the light source (10), at least a portion of the light source light (11) is emitted from the first side (110); The connector structure (500) is disposed on the second side (120) of the light generating device (100) and includes a first hook structure (510), a second hook structure (520) and a support structure (530). The first hook structure (510) includes a first hook portion (511) defining a first hook opening (512), a first hook opening inlet (513), and a first hook end (514), wherein the second hook structure (520) includes a second hook portion (521) defining a second hook opening (522), a second hook opening inlet (523), and a second hook end (524), wherein the hook portion (521) is at least partially disposed on different sides of the main axis (A) relative to the main axis (A), and the hook ends (514, 524) are disposed on different sides of the main axis (A); The support structure (530) includes a top portion (541), wherein the support structure (530) is disposed between the first hook structure (510) and the second hook structure (520); and The light generating device (100) is configured to be associated with a support cable (400), wherein the support cable (400) is configured to pass through the hook opening (512, 522) and on the top portion (541) of the support structure, wherein the top portion (541) of the support structure is configured to apply force to the support cable (400).

2. The light generation system (1000) according to claim 1, wherein the support structure (530) includes a recessed structure (531) along at least a portion of the main axis (A).

3. The light generation system (1000) according to claim 2, wherein the recess structure (531) comprises a saddle shape.

4. The light generation system (1000) according to any one of claims 2 to 3, wherein the recessed structure (531) comprises two recessed portions (532) disposed on both sides of a central recessed point (533), wherein the recessed portions (532) widen in a direction away from the central recessed point (533), wherein the recessed portions (532) have a recessed axis (A). R ), wherein the concave axis (A) R Each of them has a first mutual angle (α1) with the main axis (A) selected from the range of 0 < α1 ≤ 90°.

5. The light generation system (1000) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the support structure (530) comprises an elastic material.

6. The light generation system (1000) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the support structure (530) includes a support element (535), wherein the support element (535) is oriented along a support element axis (A) orthogonal to the main axis (A). S The support element (535) is configured to move or extend, wherein the support element (535) is configured to apply force to the support cable (400).

7. The light generation system (1000) according to claim 6, wherein the support element (535) comprises an elastic material and / or wherein the support element (535) is spring-based.

8. The light generating system (1000) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the light generating device (100) includes a trench (600) for at least partially receiving a predetermined cable (650).

9. The light generation system (1000) of claim 8, wherein the trench (600) includes a conductive element (610) having a pointed shape (611), wherein the conductive element (610) is configured to penetrate the isolator housing (651) of the predetermined cable (650) when the trench (600) accommodates such a predetermined cable (650) including an isolator housing (651), wherein the conductive element (610) is functionally coupled to the light generation device (100).

10. The light generation system (1000) according to any one of claims 8 to 9 includes at least two conductive elements (610), wherein the two conductive elements are configured to be functionally coupled to two different electrodes of the light source (10).

11. The light generating system (1000) according to any one of claims 8 to 10, wherein the connector configuration (500) is configured to be at least partially removable from the light generating device (100), wherein the connector configuration (500) is configured such that: (i) in the at least partially removed configuration, and in the absence of the predetermined cable (650), the trench (600) is accessible to the cable (650), and (ii) when the connector configuration (500) is configured to be functionally coupled to the light generating device (100), the conductive element (610) is forced through the isolator housing (651).

12. An animal device (2000) comprising an animal region (2) and a light generation system (1000) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein: The light generation system (1000) includes a plurality of light generation devices (100) and a connector configuration (500); The support cable (400) is disposed above the animal area (2), wherein the support cable (400) is configured to support the plurality of light generating devices (100) via the connector configuration (500). The light generating device (100) is functionally coupled to an electrical energy source via the predetermined cable (650) as defined in any one of claims 8 to 11.

13. The animal device (2000) of claim 12 further includes a feed line (2100), wherein the feed line (2100) is configured to provide one or more of a liquid and a feed, wherein the light generation system (1000) is configured to provide light source light (11) to one or more of the feed lines (2100) and to at least a portion of the animal region (2) disposed below the feed lines (2100).

14. The animal device (2000) according to any one of claims 12 to 13, wherein the support cable (400) is configured as an electric shock wire.

15. A method for irradiating at least a portion of an animal device (2000) according to any one of claims 12 to 13, wherein the method comprises providing light (11) from the light source.

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