Ceiling Light Apparatus Modular Driver and LED Heat Dissipation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing ceiling light devices are costly to manufacture and difficult to install, especially for older individuals, and they often require specific temperature conditions and can cause environmental mercury contamination and electromagnetic interference.
Innovation Solution
A ceiling light apparatus comprising a base plate with a center and peripheral protrusion, a light passing cover, and a driver module, featuring a connector structure for easy installation, a manual switch, and a light source module with adjustable light angle, which includes multiple LED units and a conductive layer for power transmission, allowing for wireless control and improved heat dissipation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If fluorescent lamps are used, then lighting function is achieved, but environmental contamination and electromagnetic interference occur
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts and removes the harmful fluorescent lamp components (mercury vapor, electromagnetic ballast) from the lighting system, replacing them with LED light sources that eliminate environmental contamination and electromagnetic interference while maintaining the lighting function
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the fundamental lighting parameter from fluorescent discharge to LED electroluminescence, transforming the light generation mechanism to eliminate harmful emissions and electromagnetic interference while improving energy efficiency
2Ease of operation
If traditional ceiling light devices are designed, then lighting function is provided, but installation difficulty increases especially for older individuals
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the ceiling light device into modular components (light source module, driver module, base plate, light passing cover) that can be independently manufactured and assembled, simplifying the installation process and enabling easier replacement and maintenance
Solution Approach 2:
The patent designs the device with user-friendly features including manual switches and simple modular assembly that enable older individuals to perform basic operations and installations without requiring professional assistance
3Use of energy by moving object
If LED light sources are used, then energy efficiency is improved, but heat dissipation becomes a critical issue
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a driver module as an intermediary component between the power source and LED light sources, which efficiently manages power conversion and includes integrated heat dissipation mechanisms to manage thermal energy while maintaining high energy efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs heat dissipation structures that facilitate phase transition of thermal energy from concentrated heat to dispersed thermal radiation and convection, effectively managing heat transfer from LED components to the surrounding environment
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 design reduces manufacturing costs, simplifies installation, minimizes environmental impact, and provides adjustable lighting with enhanced heat dissipation and wireless control, making it more user-friendly and efficient.
Implementation Method 1
Electroluminescence, an optical and electrical phenomenon, was discovered in 1907. Electroluminescence refers the process when a material emits light when a passage of an electric field or current occurs. LED stands for light-emitting diode.
Implementation Method 2
A ceiling light apparatus includes a base plate, a light passing cover, a driver and a light source module
Data Source
AI summary
A ceiling light apparatus includes a base plate, a light passing cover, a driver and a light source module. The base plate has a center protrusion portion and a peripheral protrusion portion. In addition, the base plate has a peripheral wall. The driver is disposed in the center protrusion portion. The light source module is disposed on the front side of the base plate. The driver is disposed on the front side of the base plate.