Bicycle Light with Reflective Petals for Visibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bicycle lights provide limited visibility to drivers and are often cumbersome and aesthetically unappealing, leading to low adoption rates due to ease of installation issues and minimal illuminated surface area.
Innovation Solution
A bicycle light with a flexible mounting system and increased visibility, featuring a light engine surrounded by petals made of reflective material, providing a larger illuminated surface area and easy installation options such as straps and installation cards for various mounting configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If existing bicycle lights are used, then the light provides basic illumination, but the illuminated surface area is small and visibility to drivers is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from a traditional point-source light bulb to an extended surface light structure. The light engine is surrounded by multiple petals that collectively create a large illuminated surface area, effectively moving from zero-dimensional point light to two-dimensional surface light, thereby significantly improving visibility to drivers.
Solution Approach 2:
The light structure is divided into multiple separate petals surrounding the central light engine. Each petal acts as an independent light-diffusing element, and collectively they create a comprehensive illuminated surface that provides 360-degree or multi-directional visibility to drivers from different angles.
2Ease of manufacture
If traditional bicycle lights are installed, then basic lighting function is achieved, but installation is cumbersome and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The light structure incorporates self-adhering features where the petals can be directly attached to the bicycle frame without requiring complex mounting hardware. The design allows users to easily install and remove the light themselves in minimal time, eliminating the need for professional installation or specialized tools.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system is designed to be universally compatible with various bicycle frame types and geometries. The flexible petal structure can accommodate different mounting surfaces and angles, making the light easy to install on any bicycle without requiring model-specific adapters or complex adjustment procedures.
3Ease of operation
If conventional bicycle lights are used, then functional lighting is provided, but aesthetics are poor leading to low user adoption
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs color-changing or multi-color LED light engines that can display different colors or color patterns. This transforms the utilitarian light into an aesthetically pleasing device that can change appearance based on riding conditions, time of day, or user preference, making cyclists more willing to use the product.
Solution Approach 2:
The light structure uses curved, petal-shaped elements that create an organic, visually appealing form factor. The curved surfaces diffuse light more naturally and create an aesthetically pleasing appearance compared to traditional angular or cylindrical light housings, enhancing user acceptance.
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 solution enhances visibility for cyclists and pedestrians, encourages light usage by improving aesthetics and ease of installation, thereby increasing bicycle safety and usage.
Implementation Method 1
petals made of reflective material
Data Source
AI summary
A light device includes a light engine. A plurality of petals extends radially outward from the light engine. A trim is disposed over the petals and light engine. An installation card is disposed between the trim and the petals and includes an elongated opening. A strap extends through the elongated opening of the installation card. A light-emitting diode is connected to the light engine. A support component is formed on a surface of the petals. The strap includes a hook surface and a loop surface opposite the hook surface. The installation card includes a second elongated opening formed near an edge of the installation card and a third opening formed in a central region of the installation card. A plurality of straps includes a width of the straps being less than a width of the elongated opening. The plurality of straps includes a zip tie.