Emergency lighting (emergency lighting) for escape routes or orientation, powered by a battery or rechargeable battery, which is activated by the activation or triggering of one or more smoke detectors.

Abstract

Emergency exit or orientation light with battery or rechargeable battery operation, activation technology, all versions, individually or combined

Description

[0001] Emergency lighting (“emergency lighting”) with battery or accumulator operation, which is activated by the activation or triggering of one or more smoke detectors.

[0002] The purpose is to provide visual orientation and direction guidance, as well as self-activating emergency lighting in case of a house fire.

[0003] Furthermore, emergency lights can be used as a voluntary addition to escape route markings in commercial, public or temporarily used areas.

[0004] Since they are primarily intended for domestic use, or can be used as a voluntary supplement to existing emergency exit lighting, they do not have to meet any standards or legal requirements regarding the marking, brightness, etc., of escape or rescue routes. Even without these requirements, they operate using bright LEDs.

[0005] The following describes different versions, all of which are based on the same invention – an escape route or orientation lighting system powered by a rechargeable battery or standard battery.

[0006] The invention enables the simple and reliable marking of escape routes in private domestic environments. It differs significantly from existing products for escape route, emergency, and orientation lighting. STATE OF THE ART

[0007] Conventional escape route, emergency, and orientation lighting is usually permanently installed and wired, operating as so-called continuous lights. In addition, there are emergency lights that, under certain conditions (for example, in cinemas), operate at a reduced lumen output and only illuminate at full brightness in an emergency. These "certified" lights must meet specific standards and regulations and are mandatory in public buildings, businesses, and residential buildings above a certain size.

[0008] The installation is usually carried out by a specialist company.

[0009] Position, type and marking will be determined and specified in consultation with the authorities and / or the fire department.

[0010] Our invention is expressly not in competition with these "certified" escape route, emergency, and orientation lights.

[0011] In addition, there are highly luminescent ("fluorescent") signs and markings that glow for a certain period of time in the dark.

[0012] The aforementioned professional luminaires must meet certain requirements regarding escape routes, emergency exits, etc. No one objects to the greenish, constant glow, the potentially exposed mounting, or the appearance, design, and color.

[0013] However, hardly anyone would install, or have installed, an emergency light of this type in their home. No one wants their interior design dominated by an emergency light that also stays on at night and bathes the room in a greenish light. The installation, including laying the cables, is beyond the capabilities of a layperson and would require professional installation.

[0014] As a result, escape route, emergency, or orientation lights are usually not found in private home environments, even though it would be useful and could save lives. PRESENTATION OF THE INVENTION

[0015] The innovation lies firstly in its simple and flexible installation, making it easily portable for moves, travel, etc. Secondly, its simple design renders the emergency lighting maintenance-free. The emergency lighting is activated by a smoke detector. Installation is similar to a smoke detector, requiring either screwing or adhesive mounting to the wall.

[0016] Unlike existing escape route, emergency and orientation lighting, the escape route and orientation lights are inconspicuous and discreet when not activated (normal case).

[0017] The standard version is white.

[0018] Activation – bright light operation and, depending on the model, a warning tone – occurs exclusively in emergencies.

[0019] In this case, power is supplied via the built-in batteries or rechargeable batteries. Depending on the model, the battery life is limited, or the rechargeable battery needs to be recharged from time to time.

[0020] For the first time, escape route and orientation lights offer the possibility of implementing additional safety in the home environment, in addition to mandatory smoke detectors. ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION

[0021] Every year, thousands of people worldwide are injured or killed in house fires. In most cases, it is not the flames themselves that kill or injure the victims, but rather the combustion gases and smoke. These gases are produced during the burning of organic and inorganic materials. They block the body's ability to absorb oxygen or enrich the bloodstream with carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is invisible, odorless, and tasteless. Because the human sense of smell is not activated during sleep, many people are injured or killed in their own homes at night without even noticing the fire.

[0022] Smoke is extremely dangerous and is often produced even in smoldering fires. The causes are frequently found in electronic devices or equipment – ​​often due to human error.

[0023] A first step was the mandatory installation of smoke detectors, which now applies in all German states. They form an early warning system.

[0024] But what happens when the smoke alarm goes off and people are jolted awake? People react with confusion, panic, irrationality, and disorientation. At that moment, time is the crucial factor for survival. The fire department speaks of a timeframe of 120 seconds, or three breaths, before unconsciousness can set in.

[0025] For this reason, public and private buildings of a certain size are equipped with conspicuous emergency exit lights and markings. These are intended to provide life-saving assistance in cases of panic and disorientation.

[0026] The invention provides this assistance cost-effectively, with simple installation and handling, requiring no service or maintenance, and easily adaptable for home use. Thanks to their easy placement (gluing or screwing), the emergency and orientation lights can be installed and ready for use in just a few minutes.

[0027] They also serve as escape route indicators, emergency and panic lighting, and orientation aids in case of house fire or smoke. VISUALIZATION FUNCTIONALITY Fig. Fig. .a not activated When not activated, the emergency light is an inconspicuous white color (matching most electrical outlets). Colored versions or versions with decoration are possible. Fig. .b activated When the emergency light is activated, bright LEDs emit a bright green light in the form of a directional arrow or other symbol, pictogram or lettering. 1.1. BASIC VERSION

[0028] The purpose is to provide visual orientation in the event of a house fire or similar incidents in the domestic area involving smoke, as well as a voluntary addition to escape route markings in commercial, public or temporarily used areas.

[0029] The light fixture is screwed or glued to the wall for use directly next to a potential escape route.

[0030] The front of the light features a symbol (pictogram) that, in an emergency, indicates an escape route using arrows or other symbols. The standard color of the symbols when activated is bright green or another signal color.

[0031] ❶ The structure of the light fixture ( Fig. The device consists of the housing level, which contains the battery or accumulators, the activation technology (sensors, microphone and / or microcontroller), and the LEDs. The LEDs are permanently installed and wired. The basic shape can be square, round, or another form.

[0032] ❷ Above this lies a so-called diffuser, also designed as a plate with a corresponding basic shape. The purpose of the diffuser is to evenly scatter the light emitted by the LEDs.

[0033] ❸ On the top level lies the motif disc, also in a corresponding shape, made of clear plexiglass, acrylic glass, or a similar clear glass material. On the back of this disc is an opaque white print or coating from which the corresponding symbol, text, or pictogram is cut out.

[0034] A variant with a round shape is available in Fig. depicted. 1.2 TO 1.5 DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVATION TECHNOLOGY

[0035] In addition to the built-in battery or batteries and the LEDs with a lighting duration of approximately 30 minutes, various other technical components are installed individually or in combination in the plug and base plate - depending on the version.

[0036] 1.2. Volume sensor (volume sensor and / or microphone and / or microcontroller)

[0037] The volume sensor reacts to the volume of the warning tone of a smoke detector, CO2 detector, etc. (for example, from 85 decibels) and automatically activates the emergency light.

[0038] 1.3. Frequency height sensor (volume sensor and / or microphone and / or microcontroller)

[0039] The frequency height sensor reacts to the frequencies of smoke detectors, CO2 detectors, etc. (for example, between 3,000 and 4,000 Hertz) and automatically activates the emergency light. 1.4. Microcontroller or similar technology

[0040] The microcontroller reacts to the alarm tone of the smoke detectors, CO2 detectors, etc. (for example, between 3,000 and 4,000 Hertz at 85 dB) and automatically activates the emergency light. 1.5. Smart Home Integration

[0041] The SmartHome module allows the "integration" of the emergency light into an existing SmartHome architecture and the possible networking with installed smoke detectors, CO2 detectors, etc.

Claims

Emergency exit or orientation light with battery or rechargeable battery operation, activation technology, all versions, individually or combined with volume sensor with frequency height sensor with microcontroller or similar technology with Smart Home integration

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