Boat Anchor Light Stanchion and Lamp Layout for 360° Visibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing boat anchor lights do not effectively signal the presence of a vessel at anchor in low light conditions, making it difficult for other watercraft to identify anchored vessels.
Innovation Solution
An enhanced boat anchor light comprising a stanchion structure and a lamp circuit that elevates illumination above water, using a lamp circuit with a dome and post lamp sub-circuits powered by an onboard electrical system, providing visible light in all directions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If a traditional anchor light is used, then the device is simple and easy to manufacture, but the illumination intensity is insufficient and the vessel is not effectively visible in low light conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The lamp circuit is divided into multiple independent lamp units (first lamp unit with first lamp, second lamp unit with second lamp, etc.) that can be separately controlled and positioned. Each lamp unit contributes to the overall illumination intensity, allowing the system to achieve high visibility without requiring a single complex light source.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a single-point light source to a distributed three-dimensional arrangement of multiple lamp units positioned at different locations and orientations around the vessel. This spatial distribution of light sources creates comprehensive illumination coverage in multiple dimensions, significantly improving visibility from various angles.
2Area of stationary object
If a single lamp circuit is used, then the device complexity is low, but the illumination coverage is limited and does not provide sufficient visibility from all directions
Solution Approach 1:
The illumination system is segmented into multiple lamp units, each responsible for illuminating specific directional zones. This segmentation allows each lamp to be optimized for its specific viewing angle while collectively providing comprehensive 360-degree coverage, expanding the effective illumination area without excessive complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
Each lamp unit is positioned and oriented to provide localized illumination coverage in its specific directional zone. The lamps are strategically placed to ensure that different areas around the vessel receive appropriate lighting intensity and coverage, optimizing the overall illumination area through localized quality control.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The enhanced boat anchor light effectively signals the presence of an anchored vessel, enhancing visibility and safety by illuminating the vessel from various angles during darkness.
Implementation Method 1
The lamp circuit generates the illumination of the enhanced boat anchor light
Data Source
AI summary
The enhanced boat anchor light is a signaling device. The enhanced boat anchor light is a safety device. The enhanced boat anchor light is configured for use with a vessel. The enhanced boat anchor light is illuminated during darkness such that the vessel can be seen on the water. The enhanced boat anchor light signals into the environment that the boat is at anchor. The enhanced boat anchor light incorporates a stanchion structure and a lamp circuit. The lamp circuit mounts on the stanchion structure. The lamp circuit generates the illumination of the enhanced boat anchor light. The stanchion structure elevates the generated illumination above the surface of the water.