Vehicle Auxiliary Lighting Control Module for Snowplow Obstruction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Auxiliary devices like snowplows obstruct vehicle headlights, causing lighting issues and requiring complex wiring connections that can lead to computer errors and operational difficulties in modern vehicles.
Innovation Solution
A light signaling system with a control module that electrically couples to both vehicle and auxiliary lighting systems, allowing for flashing lights to be activated and deactivated, reducing the need for direct connections and minimizing computer interference.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If auxiliary lights are directly connected into the vehicle lighting system, then the auxiliary lighting system can be controlled by the vehicle's existing wiring, but this causes computer errors and fault generation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a control module as an intermediary device that receives control signals from the vehicle's lighting system wiring harness and independently controls the auxiliary lights. This mediator prevents direct electrical connection between the vehicle computer and auxiliary lights, eliminating computer errors while maintaining control functionality through signal mediation
2Use of energy by moving object
If auxiliary lights are directly connected into the vehicle lighting system, then power is directly supplied to auxiliary lights, but this creates difficult and time-consuming installation
Solution Approach 1:
The control module serves as an intermediary power distribution device that connects to the vehicle's existing wiring harness for power supply. This intermediary approach provides dedicated power connections for auxiliary lights without requiring complex splicing into the vehicle's lighting system, significantly simplifying installation while ensuring reliable power delivery
3Adaptability or versatility
If snowplow is positioned in front of the headlights, then the snowplow can be mounted to the front of the vehicle, but this obstructs the headlights and prevents adequate illumination
Solution Approach 1:
The lighting system is segmented into two independent components: the vehicle's original headlight system and the auxiliary lighting system mounted on the snowplow. This segmentation allows the snowplow to be positioned in front of the vehicle while the auxiliary lights provide separate, unobstructed illumination, maintaining both mounting versatility and adequate ground illumination
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AI summary
A light signaling system for a vehicle having a vehicle lighting system and an auxiliary lighting system for use with an auxiliary device. The light signaling system includes a control module mounted to the vehicle. The control module is electrically coupled to one or more lights of the vehicle lighting system of the vehicle and to one or more lights of the auxiliary lighting system. The control module is configured to cause one or more lights, to which it is electrically coupled, to flash on and off.