A device for coupling a lamp to a music stand and a set of devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing lamp devices for music stands suffer from unstable positioning, interference with sheet music placement, and cumbersome power supply issues, particularly when used with foldable stands and in ensemble settings.
Innovation Solution
A device with a through opening for secure attachment to the music stand's ornament, combined with a clamping mechanism and a flexible arm for the lighting element, allowing for stable positioning and central illumination, and a power supply system that enables external power connection for multiple devices using a central power source.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a pinch clip is used to connect the lamp to the music stand, then the lamp can be easily attached, but the positioning is unstable and the clip easily moves or falls off
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a clamp mechanism as an intermediary device between the lamp and music stand. This clamp has a first clamping surface that contacts the music stand and a second clamping surface that contacts the lamp, providing a stable intermediate connection point. The clamp acts as a mediator that distributes forces and prevents direct movement between the lamp and stand, resolving the instability issue while maintaining ease of attachment through the clamp's adjustable design.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent divides the connection system into separate functional components: a clamp body with independent clamping surfaces, a lamp holder, and adjustment mechanisms. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function optimally - the clamp secures to the stand, the holder positions the lamp, and adjustment mechanisms fine-tune the positioning. This modular approach improves reliability while maintaining operational ease through independent adjustment of each segment.
2Reliability
If a clamp occupies space on the music stand, then the lamp can be secured, but it hinders positioning of sheets of music paper on the stand
Solution Approach 1:
The patent moves the clamping mechanism from the horizontal surface of the music stand to the vertical backplane or edge of the stand. By changing the dimension of attachment from top-surface mounting to side-surface mounting, the clamp occupies vertical space rather than horizontal space. This dimensional shift preserves the entire top surface area for sheet music placement while maintaining secure connection stability through the vertical clamping arrangement.
3Adaptability or versatility
If batteries are used for power supply, then each lamp is self-powered, but the batteries may run out of power during rehearsal or performance
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs the power supply system with multi-functionality, allowing it to operate in multiple modes. The lamp can be powered by batteries for portability and independence, or connected to external power sources for extended duration during rehearsals and performances. This universal power system combines the advantages of both battery power (adaptability and portability) and external power (extended duration), resolving the contradiction between independent operation and prolonged usage.
4Duration of action of stationary object
If each lamp has its own mains power supply, then continuous power is available, but it results in a tangle of electrical cords especially when a complete orchestra must be provided with lamps
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple individual power supply connections into a single centralized power source. Instead of each lamp having a separate mains power supply with independent cords, the system uses one main power connection that distributes electricity to multiple lamps through a shared circuit. This consolidation eliminates the tangle of individual cords while maintaining continuous power supply to all lamps, reducing device complexity while preserving the benefit of uninterrupted operation.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a device for coupling a lamp to a foldable music stand with an ornament, said device comprising a clamping device to be coupled to a top side of the music stand and that is embodied for holding a lighting element, wherein the device comprises a recess for receiving therein a part of the music stand and wherein the clamping device is embodied for clampingly holding that part of the music stand that is held clampingly in the recess. The device is characterized in that it further comprises a through opening for holding therein at least part of an ornament of the music stand.