Universal modular light-emitting and multifunctional platform with multi-tier energy harvesting and hardware authentication

Abstract

A universal modular electronic and light-emitting platform includes a top functional module, a light-transmissive housing, and a core module. The platform features a multi-tier photovoltaic system with primary and secondary modules, the latter being physically angled to capture internal scattered light. A hardware authentication module provides cryptographic verification and functional control, triggering a power-block defense by physically interrupting electrical transmission upon unauthorized access. The platform achieves hermeticity via a single-axis fastening architecture and includes an independently maintainable waterproof interface for external ports.

Description

Patent Specification1. TITLE OF THE INVENTIONUniversal Modular Light-Emitting and Multifunctional Platform with Multi-Tier Energy Harvesting and Hardware Authentication2. FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a highly modular light-emitting and electronic load device, and more particularly to a cross-domain universal platform integrating internal scattered light energy recovery, a universal bidirectional expansion interface, a single-axis fastening architecture, full-node hardware cryptographic authentication, and an independently maintainable waterproof interface. The underlying architecture of the present invention is widely applicable across multiple domains, including maritime navigation, aviation warning, urban infrastructure lighting, indoor smart home lighting, industrial sensing, and Internet of Things (loT) nodes.3. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Existing warning and light-emitting devices face several critical technical and commercial bottlenecks:

[0003] Energy Inefficiency and Limited Autonomy: Conventional devices rely solely on a single external photovoltaic panel and fail to recover photons lost to reflection, refraction, or scattering within the optical cavity, resulting in extremely low overall photoelectric conversion efficiency.

[0004] Lack of Scalability and Sustainability (ESG): Existing equipment lacks a standardized modular interface, and external waterproof structures are predominantly non-detachable, sealed designs. If a localized component (e.g., the aging rubber of an external button) fails or a functional change is required, the entire device often must be discarded, generating substantial electronic waste (e-waste). The present invention endeavors to fundamentally mitigate the ecological damage caused by overproductionthrough the infinite replacement of core modules, cross-generational upgrades, and the non-destructive replacement of localized consumables.

[0005] Security and Compatibility Vulnerabilities: Current systems lack hardwarelevel anti-tamper authentication, leaving them highly susceptible to unauthorized replacement with inferior third-party components, which can lead to system crashes and severely compromise public safety and device cybersecurity.

[0006] Mechanical Complexity and Leakage Risks: Traditional multi-point screw fastening not only increases the difficulty of assembly and maintenance but also creates multiple potential moisture ingress points. Furthermore, there is a lack of independent, anti-aging maintenance mechanisms for external communication and control ports.4. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0007] The present invention provides an "underlying universal architecture" to overcome the aforementioned deficiencies. Its core features comprise:

[0008] Multi-tier Photovoltaic Matrix: Secondary photovoltaic modules are disposed within the optical cavity and physically angled to maximize the recovery of internal scattered light and / or ambient light.

[0009] Full-node Cryptographic Authentication and Full-functional Control: A hardware security authentication system is introduced to achieve a cryptographic handshake among all components. Combined with wireless communication and a wired physical data and power transmission port, it enables absolutely secure remote or proximal control. Unauthorized access triggers a power-block defense mechanism by physically interrupting the electrical transmission path.

[0010] Single-axis Fastening Architecture and Independent Waterproof Maintenance Doors: At least one axial fastening assembly penetrates the entire device to achieve main body hermeticity. Concurrently, independent localized compression covers and sealing plugs are introduced for the physical control and power / data ports on the base, enabling the non-destructive replacement of consumables.

[0011] Multi-stage Energy Transfer and Adaptive Spectrum: A smart energy storage matrix comprising a transient energy buffering medium and a single / multi-battery architecture is constructed, which dynamically adjusts the emission spectrum based on the state of charge to match the photovoltaic absorption peak.5. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] FIG. 1 is a perspective view; FIG. 2 is a modular assembly diagram showing the top module (100), housing (200), and base (300); FIG. 3 is an exploded view; FIG. 3A is a detail of the authentication module (401); FIG. 4 is a bottom exploded view showing the independent waterproof interface; FIG. 5 & 5A are cross-sections of a triangular embodiment; FIG. 6 & 6A show a tilted secondary photovoltaic module (304); FIG. 7 & 7A show a circular embodiment.6. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0013] [Universal Architecture and Unrestricted Geometric Configuration] It is expressly declared that the specific maritime light-emitting device disclosed herein serves merely as an "exemplary preferred embodiment" to demonstrate the platform’s resilience in extreme environments. The core energy recovery and authentication architecture of the present invention is independent of any specific geometric shape, dimension, or cross-sectional ratio. The light-transmissive housing (200) defines an optical cavity whose volume may be parametrically scaled. For unidirectional lighting, the housing (200) may comprise a localized light-transmissive portion, while non-transmissive areas are carriers for internal photovoltaic panels.

[0014] [Universal Bidirectional Expansion Interface and Electrical Coupling Defense] The top functional module (100) is a "bidirectional simultaneous expansion module." Beyond the primary photovoltaic module (101), its universal interface supports electronic payloads, including speakers, light-emitting arrays, fans, cameras, antennas, or sensing modules (105). Modules connect via plug-and-play interfaces; however, any functionally equivalent physical conductive interface, such as fixed soldering intended to circumvent modularity, falls within the protection scope.

[0015] [Optical and Multi-tier Energy Harvesting System] The core module (300) supports the housing (200) and contains a light-emitting module (303) and an optical directing member (302). To recover dissipated energy, in addition to the primary (101) and inner-layer (105) photovoltaic modules, a secondary photovoltaic module (304) is strategically disposed within the cavity and physically angled relative to an optical path to capture scattered or ambient light. The housing (200) also encompasses solid light-transmissive encapsulated bodies.

[0016] [Full-node Hardware Encryption, Remote Authorization, and Full-functional Control] The core module (300) integrates a hardware authentication module (401) for cryptographic handshakes. The platform achieves remote or proximal control via wireless or wired power / data ports. An external authorization entity may transmit instructions to the mainboard (306) to execute operations including: device on / off, dimming, color temperature switching, flicker frequency setting, and dynamic mode switching. Upon detection of an unauthorized component or illicit instruction, the system triggers a power-block defense mechanism by physically interrupting an electrical transmission path to the components.

[0017] [Modular Waterproofing and Maintainable Structure for External Interfaces] For long-term maintainability, the base module (310) features modular waterproof interfaces for physical operation and wired transmission. The waterproof interface comprises a physical switch assembly and a bidirectional wired power and data transmission port assembly (e.g., USB Type-C). The switch assembly includes a switch actuation pillar (318), a resilient waterproof button member (319), and an independent button compression cover (320) secured via localized fasteners (322). The communication port includes a port sealing plug (317) compressed by a port compression cover (321) and localized fasteners (322). This enables independent replacement of aging seals (319, 317) without compromising the core hermetic architecture.

[0018] [Adaptive Spectral Matching and Smart Energy Protection Topology] The light-emitting module (303) dynamically tunes the emission spectrum to match the peak efficiency of the PV modules. The power circuit integrates a multi-stage energy buffering topology, comprising a transient energy protection unit (e.g., a supercapacitor) as a first-stage buffer, followed by transfer to a primary energy storage unit (307) consisting of a single or alternating multi-battery array.

[0019] [Single-Axis Fastening Architecture and Hermeticity] The assembly achieves hermetic interlocking via a fastening assembly comprising at least one axial fastener (314) (e.g., a single bolt or a threaded rod with dual nuts). The fastener compresses sealing members (103, 104, 308, 309, 313) at interfaces and integrates a breathable waterproof membrane (311 ) and shock-absorbing rubber (312) at the base.

Claims

LAIMS1. A universal modular electronic and light-emitting platform, comprising:a top functional module (100) serving as a universal bidirectional expansion interface operatively coupled via a removable or fixed electrical connection, or a functionally equivalent physical conductive interface, and having a function selected from the group consisting of energy harvesting, light-emitting, ventilation, acoustic output, and environmental sensing;a light-transmissive housing (200) defining an optical cavity;a core module (300) comprising an optical directing member (302) and a lightemitting module (303);characterized in that the platform further comprises:a multi-tier photovoltaic energy harvesting system comprising a primary photovoltaic module (101) and at least one secondary photovoltaic module (304) disposed within the optical cavity and physically angled relative to an optical path of the optical directing member (302) to capture internal scattered light.

2. The platform of claim 1, characterized in that the multi-tier photovoltaic energy harvesting system further comprises an inner-layer photovoltaic module (105) operatively coupled between the top functional module (100) and the optical cavity.

3. The platform of claim 1, further comprising a hardware authentication module (401) and a wireless communication module, the hardware authentication module (401) being configured to perform cryptographic verification and configured to receive a remote digital authorization signal comprising identity verification data and a functional control instruction selected from the group consisting of on / off control, brightness adjustment, color temperature switching, flicker frequency, and operating mode switching; wherein the hardware authentication module triggers a corresponding power-block or functional limitation defense mechanism by physically interrupting an electrical transmission path upon detection of an unauthorized component, physical tampering, or anillicit control instruction.

4. The platform of claim 3, further comprising a base module (310) having an independently maintainable waterproof interface comprising:a physical switch assembly having a switch actuation pillar (318), a resilient waterproof button member (319), and an independent button compression cover (320) secured via localized fasteners (322); anda bidirectional wired power and data transmission port assembly having a port sealing plug (317) and a port compression cover (321) secured via localized fasteners (322);thereby allowing the resilient waterproof button member (319) and the port sealing plug (317) to be replaced without compromising the overall hermetic architecture.

5. The platform of claim 1, wherein the platform achieves hermetic compression via a fastening assembly comprising at least one axial fastener (314) penetrating the top functional module (100), the light-transmissive housing (200), and the core module (300).

6. The platform of claim 1, wherein the core module (300) comprises an energy storage unit (307) and a multi-stage energy buffering topology comprising a transient energy buffering medium; and the light-emitting module (303) is configured to adjust its emission spectrum based on a state of charge of the energy storage unit (307).

7. An independent core power and energy recovery module (300) for a modular platform, comprising a light-transmissive housing (200) enclosing a light-emitting module (303) and an optical directing member (302); characterized in that at least one secondary photovoltaic module (304) is integrated to recover internal scattered light, and the module integrates a hardware authentication module (401) configured to perform cryptographic verification with any expansion device or key inputted via a physical wired power and data transmission port orfunctionally equivalent physical conductive interface.

8. A universal modular light-emitting and multifunctional platform, comprising a base module (310), a core module (300), and a top functional module (100); characterized in that the platform achieves main body hermeticity via at least one axial fastener (314) penetrating the entire device; the platform integrates a hardware authentication module (401) configured to trigger a powerblock defense mechanism by physically interrupting an electrical transmission path to the components in the absence of a legitimate remote or physical digital authorization signal; and the exterior of the base module (310) is provided with an independently secured button compression cover (320) and a port compression cover (321).

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