Rail system and lighting system

Abstract

This invention provides a track system and a lighting system. The track system includes: at least two track segments, each track segment comprising a track housing and an elastic element disposed within the track housing; at least one connecting assembly connecting two adjacent track housings, including a connector corresponding to the elastic element; the track system is configured such that, in a locked state, the elastic element and the connector cooperate to connect the connecting assembly to the corresponding track segment. This invention, through the cooperation of the elastic element and the connector, enables easy connection and disassembly of the two track segments.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of lighting technology, and more particularly to a track system and a lighting system. Background Technology

[0002] In lighting systems, modular track lighting fixtures are favored for their flexibility and scalability. These fixtures typically consist of multiple track segments and light source components, which users can cascade to create the desired lighting layout. However, in existing technologies, the cascading connection and assembly of track lighting fixtures generally rely on screw fastening.

[0003] While screw-locking provides a degree of stability and secureness for track lighting fixtures, it requires specialized tools and skills, making installation and removal complex and time-consuming. For non-professional users, installing and removing track lighting fixtures can be a challenging task.

[0004] In view of this, it is indeed necessary to improve the existing cascading connection and assembly methods of track lighting fixtures in order to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a track system that is easy to assemble and disassemble.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a track system, comprising:

[0007] At least two track segments, each track segment including a track housing and an elastic element disposed on the track housing;

[0008] At least one connecting component connects two adjacent track housings, including a connector corresponding to the elastic element;

[0009] The track system is configured such that, in the locked state, the elastic element and the connecting element cooperate to connect the connecting assembly to the corresponding track segment.

[0010] Optionally, the track system is configured such that, in the disengaged state, the elastic element disengages from the connector in the splicing direction between the track segment and the connecting assembly.

[0011] Optionally, the track housing includes a connecting wall and side walls located on opposite sides of the connecting wall to jointly enclose and form a mounting groove; the connecting assembly includes a base plate and side plates located on opposite sides of the base plate. In the locked state, the base plate is connected to the connecting wall, and the side plates are connected to the corresponding side walls.

[0012] Optionally, the elastic element includes a fixed plate connected to the side wall and a free plate extending from the fixed plate toward the mounting groove, the free plate being configured to undergo elastic deformation, and a connecting element correspondingly provided on the side plate.

[0013] Optionally, the free plate has a first limiting part protruding in the direction away from the connecting wall at the end away from the fixed plate, and the connecting piece has a corresponding second limiting part. In the locked state, the first limiting part and the second limiting part are adapted to each other.

[0014] Optionally, the fixing plate is provided with a first abutting surface, and the two ends of the connecting component facing the splicing direction of the two track segments are provided with a second abutting surface. In the locked state, the first abutting surface abuts against the second abutting surface.

[0015] Optionally, in the splicing direction of the two track segments, there is a first distance between the first limiting part and the first abutting surface, and a second distance between the second limiting part and the second abutting surface, wherein the first distance is greater than or equal to the second distance.

[0016] Optionally, the free plate is provided with a first guide portion at the end away from the fixed plate. The first guide portion is disposed opposite to the first limiting portion. The connector is also provided with a second guide portion disposed opposite to the second limiting portion. The first guide portion and the second guide portion are adapted to each other.

[0017] Optionally, at least one of the first guide portion and the second guide portion is inclined. When the connecting component is inserted into the mounting slot, the first guide portion and the second guide portion cooperate with each other to guide the connecting component to squeeze the elastic component until the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion cooperate with each other and the track system is in a locked state.

[0018] Another object of the present invention is to provide a lighting system that applies the above-described track system.

[0019] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a lighting system, including a light source assembly and the aforementioned track system, wherein the light source assembly is mechanically and electrically connected to the track system.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention have the following beneficial effects:

[0021] The track system of this invention, through the cooperation of elastic elements and connectors, enables the track system to securely connect the various track segments in the locked state. When disassembly or reassembly is required, simply press the elastic element to move it relative to the connector, thereby disengaging the track segment from the connector in the splicing direction of the track segment and the connecting assembly. This switches the track system from the locked state to the disengaged state, easily separating the connecting assembly from the corresponding track segment, greatly simplifying the installation and disassembly process. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a track system conforming to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 yes Figure 1Exploded view of the orbital system shown;

[0024] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A magnified view of the circled area;

[0025] Figure 4 This is an assembly diagram of the connecting components and the elastic elements;

[0026] Figure 5 It is an enlarged cross-sectional view of the connecting components and elastic elements in the assembled state;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of the elastic element;

[0028] Figure 7 This is an enlarged view of the connector.

[0029] Figure label:

[0030] 100-Rail system, 110-Rail section, 1101-Rail housing, 1111-Connecting wall, 1112-Side wall, 1113-Mounting groove, 1102-Elastic element, 1121-Fixing plate, 1122-Free plate, 1123-Operating part, 1124-First abutting surface, 1125-First limiting part, 1126-First guide part, 1127-L-shaped space, 120-Connecting assembly, 1201-Base plate, 1202-Side plate, 1203-Connector, 1231-Second limiting part, 1232-Second guide part, 1204-Second abutting surface, 130-Conductive busbar. Detailed Implementation

[0031] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0032] It should be noted that, in order to avoid obscuring the present invention with unnecessary details, only the structures and / or processing steps closely related to the present invention are shown in the accompanying drawings, while other details that are not closely related to the present invention are omitted.

[0033] Additionally, it should be noted that the terms “comprising,” “including,” or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0034] The present invention provides a lighting system including a track system 100 and a light source assembly (not shown). The light source assembly is mechanically and electrically connected to the track system 100.

[0035] like Figures 1-2 As shown, the track system 100 includes at least two track segments 110 and at least one connecting assembly 120. Each track segment 110 includes a track housing 1101, and the connecting assembly 120 connects two adjacent track housings 1101. Each track segment 110 includes an elastic member 1102 disposed on the track housing 1101, and the connecting assembly 120 includes a connector 1203 corresponding to the elastic member 1102. The elastic member 1102 and the connector 1203 cooperate to achieve a detachable connection between the track segments 110, facilitating rapid assembly and disassembly of the track system 100 and improving the flexibility and maintainability of the track system 100.

[0036] The length direction of track segment 110 (i.e. the splicing direction of two track segments 110) is set as the x-direction, and the height direction of track segment 110 is set as the y-direction. The x-direction and the y-direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0037] like Figure 3 As shown, the track housing 1101 includes a connecting wall 1111 and side walls 1112 located on opposite sides of the connecting wall 1111. The connecting wall 1111 and the side walls 1112 form a mounting groove 1113. The connecting assembly 120 includes a base plate 1201 and side plates 1202 located on opposite sides of the base plate 1201. The connecting assembly 120 is inserted into the mounting groove 1113, such that the base plate 1201 is connected to the connecting wall 1111, and the side plates 1202 are connected to the corresponding side walls 1112. At this time, the connecting assembly 120 is confined in the track housing 1101 in the y-direction, preventing it from shaking or shifting in the y-direction within the track housing 1101, thereby enhancing the overall structural stability of the entire track system 100.

[0038] The track system 100 has a locked state and a disengaged state. In the locked state, the elastic element 1102 and the connector 1203 cooperate to connect the connecting assembly 120 to the corresponding track segment 110. In the disengaged state, pressing the elastic element 1102 moves it relative to the connector 1203, disengaging the track segment 110 from the connector 1203 in the splicing direction of the connecting assembly 120, thereby disassembling the connecting assembly 120 and the corresponding track segment 110. The track system 100 can switch between the locked and disengaged states with a simple pressing action, allowing users to easily connect and disassemble the track segment 110 without using complex tools or performing cumbersome operations.

[0039] Specifically, such as Figures 5-7As shown, the elastic member 1102 includes a fixed plate 1121 connected to the side wall 1112 and a free plate 1122 extending from the fixed plate 1121 toward the mounting groove 1113. The free plate 1122 is capable of elastic deformation relative to the fixed plate 1121. The connector 1203 is correspondingly disposed on the side plate 1202 of the connecting assembly 120, extending from the side plate 1202 toward the mounting groove 1113 to above the free plate 1122. The design of the free plate 1122 of the elastic member 1102 makes the connection between the connecting assembly 120 and the track housing 1101 more convenient and quick, facilitating the insertion and disassembly of the connecting assembly 120, while ensuring the stability of the connection. The end of the free plate 1122 away from the fixed plate 1121 is provided with a first limiting part 1125 protruding in the direction away from the connecting wall 1111. In this embodiment, the first limiting portion 1125 is a baffle provided at the end of the free plate 1122 facing the connecting assembly 120. The presence of this baffle causes the free plate 1122 to form an L-shaped space 1127 facing the fixed plate 1121. That is, when viewed from a direction substantially perpendicular to the plane containing the x and y directions, the free plate 1122 has an L-shaped cross-section defined by the baffle (i.e., the first limiting portion 1125). On the other hand, the connecting member 1203 is provided with a corresponding second limiting portion 1231. In this embodiment, the connecting member 1203 is a stop formed on the side plate 1202 and extending toward the mounting groove 1113. Further, the second limiting portion 1231 is a limiting surface provided on the stop (i.e., the connecting member 1203). When the elastic member 1102 and the connecting member 1203 are connected in place, this limiting surface faces the first limiting portion 1125.

[0040] In the locked state, i.e. when installed in place, the connector 1203 is located in the L-shaped space 1127 of the free plate 1122, and the baffle of the free plate 1122 abuts against the limiting surface of the connector 1203, thereby restricting the movement of the track housing 1101 in the direction of disengaging from the connecting assembly 120. This forms a locking mechanism between the free plate 1122 and the connector 1203, thereby limiting the connecting assembly 120 in the x-direction within the track housing 1101, ultimately achieving the connection of the two track segments 110.

[0041] In this embodiment, the connector 1203 is disposed on the side plate 1202. In other embodiments, the connector 1203 may also be disposed on the base plate 1201. Correspondingly, the first limiting part 1125 protrudes toward the connecting wall 1111. When the two track segments 110 are connected, the first limiting part 1125 and the second limiting part 1231 are mutually adapted to each other on the connecting wall 1111 of the track housing 1101.

[0042] Furthermore, the fixing plate 1121 is provided with a first abutment surface 1124. This first abutment surface 1124 is located on the end face of the fixing plate 1121 facing the connecting assembly 120 in the x-direction. The two ends of the connecting assembly 120 in the x-direction are provided with corresponding second abutment surfaces 1204. In the locked state, that is, when the elastic member 1102 and the connecting member 1203 are connected in place by the abutment of the first limiting part 1125 and the second limiting part 1231, the first abutment surface 1124 abuts against the second abutment surface 1204, realizing the precise positioning between the connecting assembly 120 and the track housing 1101, while avoiding damage caused by over-insertion of the connecting assembly 120.

[0043] Specifically, in the x-direction, there is a first distance between the first limiting part 1125 and the first abutting surface 1124, and a second distance between the second limiting part 1231 and the second abutting surface 1204, wherein the first distance is greater than or equal to the second distance. That is to say, when the connecting assembly 120 is inserted into the mounting slot 1113, it can smoothly compress the elastic member 1102 until the first limiting part 1125 and the second limiting part 1231 are mutually adapted, and the connecting member 1203 is exactly in the L-shaped space 1127.

[0044] The free plate 1122, at the end furthest from the fixed plate 1121, is also provided with a first guide portion 1126, which is disposed opposite to the first limiting portion 1125. The connector 1203 is also provided with a second guide portion 1232 disposed opposite to the second limiting portion 1231. The first guide portion 1126 and the second guide portion 1232 are adapted to each other, so that the connecting assembly 120 can be guided when inserted into the mounting slot 1113, thereby making it easier to achieve precise docking with the track section 110, simplifying the installation process, and reducing the risk of installation errors or damage caused by improper operation.

[0045] In this embodiment, the first guide portion 1126 and the second guide portion 1232 are inclined. When the connecting component 120 is inserted into the mounting slot 1113, the first guide portion 1126 and the second guide portion 1232 cooperate to achieve automatic guidance and positioning of the connecting component 120 during insertion. During insertion, the connecting component 120 gradually compresses the elastic member 1102 until the first limiting portion 1125 and the second limiting portion 1231 cooperate, and the track system 100 is in a locked state. This precise guidance ensures accurate connection between the connecting component 120 and the track segment 110. Of course, in other embodiments, only one of the first guide portion 1126 and the second guide portion 1232 may be inclined.

[0046] The elastic element 1102 also includes an operating part 1123 disposed on the free plate 1122. Activating the operating part 1123 causes the elastic element 1102 to elastically deform until the first limiting part 1125 and the second limiting part 1231 disengage, thereby causing the track system 100 to transition from a locked state to a disengaged state. When the track system 100 is in the disengaged state, the connecting assembly 120 separates from the track housing 1101. Alternatively, when connecting two track segments 110, the operating part 1123 can be directly activated to allow the first limiting part 1125 and the second limiting part 1231 to engage, making the connection of the two track segments 110 faster.

[0047] Optionally, the connecting component 120 may be provided with one or more combinations of elastic elements 1102 and connectors 1203. In one embodiment, when only one combination of elastic elements 1102 and connectors 1203 is provided, the pair of elastic elements 1102 and connectors 1203 included in this group are respectively arranged at both ends of the connecting component 120, and the pair of elastic elements 1102 and connectors 1203 can be arranged on the same side or opposite sides. When arranged opposite sides, in order to make the track connection more stable, the pair of elastic elements 1102 and connectors 1203 can be arranged at an angle to opposite sides. In another embodiment, it is preferable to provide two combinations of elastic elements 1102 and connectors 1203, that is, in this embodiment, one group is arranged at each end of the connecting component 120, and the pair of elastic elements 1102 and connectors 1203 included in each group are respectively deployed on both sides of that end.

[0048] When disassembling the two track segments 110, the operating part 1123 is first activated, causing the free plate 1122 of the elastic member 1102 to undergo elastic deformation. The end of the free plate 1122 moves toward the connecting wall 1111 until the connecting member 1203 disengages from the L-shaped space 1127. The projections of the first limiting part 1125 and the second limiting part 1231 in the x-direction do not overlap. The track system 100 switches from the locked state to the disengaged state, and the two track segments 110 can be pulled apart to achieve the separation of the track segments 110.

[0049] When connecting two track segments 110, first insert one end of the connecting assembly 120 into the mounting groove 1113 of one of the track housings 1101. The second guide portion 1232 of the connector 1203 contacts the first guide portion 1126 of the elastic member 1102. Continue to push the connecting assembly 120 so that the connector 1203 squeezes the elastic member 1102. The free plate 1122 moves toward the connecting wall 1111 until the connector 1203 is in the L-shaped space 1127. The free plate 1122 rebounds. At this time, the first abutting surface 1124 and the second abutting surface 1204 abut against each other. The projection of the second limiting portion 1231 and its corresponding first limiting portion 1125 in the x-direction overlaps at least partially, indicating that the connecting assembly 120 is connected to the track housing 1101 on that side. Then, the other end of the connecting component 120 is connected to another track housing 1101 in the same way, so that the two track segments 110 are limited in the x direction, the two track segments 110 are connected in place, and the track system 100 is in a locked state.

[0050] It is understandable that there is a certain assembly gap between the first limiting part 1125 and the second limiting part 1231, and consequently there is also an assembly gap between the two track sections 110, which is within the allowable range.

[0051] The track system 100 also includes a conductive bus 130 located in the mounting slot 1113. The conductive bus 130 provides a stable power supply to the light source assembly. Since much information regarding the conductive bus 130 has been disclosed in the prior art, it will not be described in detail in this embodiment to avoid unnecessary length.

[0052] In summary, the track system 100 of this embodiment of the invention, through the cooperation of the elastic element 1102 and the connector 1203, enables the track system 100 to quickly switch between locked and disengaged states, easily realizing the connection and disassembly of two track segments 110.

[0053] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention.

Claims

1. A track system, characterized in that include: At least two track segments (110), each track segment (110) comprising a track housing (1101) and an elastic element (1102) disposed in the track housing (1101); At least one connecting component (120) connects two adjacent track housings (1101), including a connector (1203) corresponding to the elastic element (1102); The track system is configured such that, in the locked state, the elastic element (1102) and the connector (1203) cooperate to connect the connecting assembly (120) to the corresponding track segment (110).

2. Rail system according to claim 1, characterized in that The track system is configured such that, in the disengaged state, the elastic element (1102) disengages from the connector (1203) in the splicing direction of the track segment (110) and the connecting assembly (120).

3. Rail system according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that The track housing (1101) includes a connecting wall (1111) and side walls (1112) located on opposite sides of the connecting wall (1111) to jointly enclose and form an mounting groove (1113); the connecting assembly (120) includes a base plate (1201) and side plates (1202) located on opposite sides of the base plate (1201). In the locked state, the base plate (1201) is connected to the connecting wall (1111), and the side plates (1202) are connected to the corresponding side walls (1112).

4. The track system according to claim 3, characterized in that The elastic element (1102) includes a fixed plate (1121) connected to the side wall (1112) and a free plate (1122) extending from the fixed plate (1121) toward the mounting groove (1113), the free plate (1122) being configured to undergo elastic deformation, and the connecting element (1203) being correspondingly provided on the side plate (1202).

5. The track system according to claim 4, characterized in that The free plate (1122) is provided with a first limiting part (1125) at one end away from the fixed plate (1121) and protruding in the direction away from the connecting wall (1111). The connecting member (1203) is provided with a corresponding second limiting part (1231). In the locked state, the first limiting part (1125) and the second limiting part (1231) are adapted to each other.

6. The track system according to claim 5, characterized in that The fixing plate (1121) is provided with a first abutting surface (1124), and the connecting component (120) is provided with a second abutting surface (1204) at both ends facing the splicing direction of the two track segments (110). In the locked state, the first abutting surface (1124) abuts against the second abutting surface (1204).

7. The track system according to claim 6, characterized in that In the splicing direction of the two track segments (110), there is a first distance between the first limiting part (1125) and the first abutting surface (1124), and a second distance between the second limiting part (1231) and the second abutting surface (1204), wherein the first distance is greater than or equal to the second distance.

8. The track system of claim 5, wherein, The free plate (1122) is provided with a first guide portion (1126) at one end away from the fixed plate (1121). The first guide portion (1126) is disposed opposite to the first limiting portion (1125). The connector (1203) is also provided with a second guide portion (1232) disposed opposite to the second limiting portion (1231). The first guide portion (1126) and the second guide portion (1232) are adapted to each other.

9. The track system according to claim 8, characterized in that At least one of the first guide portion (1126) and the second guide portion (1232) is inclined. When the connecting component (120) is inserted into the mounting groove (1113), the first guide portion (1126) and the second guide portion (1232) cooperate with each other to guide the connecting member (1203) to squeeze the elastic member (1102) until the first limiting portion (1125) and the second limiting portion (1231) cooperate with each other, and the track system is in a locked state.

10. A lighting system, characterized by It includes a light source assembly and a track system as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the light source assembly is mechanically and electrically connected to the track system.

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