Universal Bicycle Tail Light with Swivel Mounting and Micro USB Charging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional bicycle tail lights provide limited visibility and require battery removal for recharging, which is inconvenient.
Innovation Solution
A high-power tail light with a universal mounting system, swivel adjustment, and micro USB charging port that allows for easy attachment to various bike components and charging without battery removal, producing 35 lumens of light with extended visibility and a lithium-ion battery life of at least two hours.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Use of energy by moving object
If conventional tail lights use removable batteries for recharging, then the light can be recharged, but the convenience and ease of operation deteriorates due to battery removal requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The battery is extracted from the removable configuration and integrated permanently into the light housing. The charging port is positioned on the exterior of the housing, allowing charging without removing any components. This eliminates the inconvenience of battery removal while maintaining recharging capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The light housing serves multiple functions: it contains the LED components, houses the battery permanently, provides structural support, and incorporates the charging port on its exterior surface. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate battery compartments and removal mechanisms.
2Illumination intensity
If conventional tail lights provide limited light output, then the design is simpler, but the visibility and safety deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple LED elements are merged within a single integrated housing structure. The housing itself serves as the mounting structure for all optical components, eliminating the need for separate brackets and complex assembly. This combining approach increases light output while controlling overall device complexity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional tail lights have fixed mounting positions, then the structure is simpler, but the adaptability and versatility deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system incorporates adjustable and swivable components that allow the light to be positioned at multiple angles and locations. The mounting bracket can be adjusted to accommodate different bicycle components such as seat posts, racks, and frame elements. This dynamic adjustability increases versatility without requiring multiple specialized mounting systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting bracket is designed as a universal interface that can attach to various bicycle components including seat posts, racks, and frame elements. A single mounting mechanism provides multiple attachment options, eliminating the need for different specialized mounts for each location while maintaining structural simplicity.
4Adaptability or versatility
If conventional tail lights lack angular adjustment, then the mounting is simpler, but the visibility and adaptability to different positions deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting mechanism incorporates swivable and adjustable components that enable angular adjustment of the light assembly. The bracket can be positioned at multiple angles to accommodate different mounting locations on the bicycle. This dynamic adjustment capability enhances adaptability while keeping the mechanism relatively simple through the use of swivel joints and adjustable mounting points.
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 and convenience by providing a versatile, high-output tail light with adjustable mounting and easy charging, offering extended battery life and tool-free attachment options.
Implementation Method 1
The tail light of the invention has a casing containing LEDs and a battery
Implementation Method 2
The lithium-ion battery in the light casing enables use preferably for about five hours on a charge
Implementation Method 3
the tail light also includes a reflector for reflecting red light back toward headlights, etc.
Data Source
AI summary
A bicycle tail light has a casing containing LEDs and a battery, as well as a universal mounting for engaging a bicycle luggage rack, a chain stay, a seat post or a rider's messenger bag, backpack or clothing. A swivel mounting is included for adjusting the light to an appropriate tilt angle, depending on the position of the bicycle component on which the light's base is mounted. The tail light projects light from both sides as well as to the rear, providing over 180° of visibility. A micro USB charging port for the battery is located at the outside of the light casing.