Ceiling Light Snap-Fit Mounting with Elastic Buckle
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing ceiling lighting fixtures require cumbersome operations for mounting and dismounting the connecting base and fixing base, often necessitating the involvement of two or more persons due to their threaded connection and manual buckle mechanisms.
Innovation Solution
The installation assembly features a snap recess and elastic buckle system, where one component has a snap recess and the other an elastic buckle with a guide slope, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly by compressing and rotating the connecting base relative to the fixing base, reducing the number of operations required.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If threaded connection and manual buckle mechanisms are used to connect the connecting base and fixing base, then the connection is reliable and stable, but the mounting and dismounting operations become cumbersome and require two or more persons
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the traditional threaded connection and manual buckle mechanisms with a snap-fit elastic buckle system. The elastic buckle engages with corresponding recesses in the fixing base through a simple pressing motion, eliminating the need for threading operations. This mechanical substitution maintains connection reliability while dramatically simplifying the mounting and dismounting processes to single-person operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the connection mechanism from rigid threaded fastening to flexible elastic engagement. The elastic buckle can deform during insertion and then snap into place, providing both ease of installation and secure connection. The material parameter change from rigid threads to elastic material enables the buckle to absorb installation forces while maintaining reliable connection.
2Strength
If screws and manual buckles are used for mounting the connecting base, then the connection is secure, but the assembly and disassembly processes become time-consuming and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent substitutes screw-based mechanical fastening with an elastic snap-fit system. The elastic buckle engages with the fixing base through a single pressing motion, eliminating the time-consuming screw tightening process. This substitution maintains adequate connection strength for ceiling lighting applications while reducing assembly time from minutes to seconds.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic buckle is pre-formed with the necessary elasticity and engagement geometry, allowing it to automatically snap into the fixing base recesses without requiring preliminary alignment or adjustment. This preliminary preparation of the elastic component enables rapid one-handed installation while ensuring secure connection.
3Reliability
If traditional mounting mechanisms are used, then the connecting base can be securely fixed, but the operations require two or more persons to perform
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex multi-step threading and buckling operations with a simple elastic snap-fit mechanism. The elastic buckle's flexibility allows single-person operation while maintaining secure connection. The reduced operational complexity enables any user to install and remove the connecting base independently without requiring assistance from multiple persons.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This solution simplifies the mounting and dismounting process, making it more convenient and efficient, as users can assemble the connecting base and fixing base with fewer operations, addressing the cumbersome nature of current systems.
Implementation Method 1
The elastic buckle is capable of being compressed as the connecting base moves toward the fixing base, and being introduced into the snap recess through the guide slope
Implementation Method 2
The elastic buckle has a guide slope, the elastic buckle is capable of being compressed as the connecting base moves toward the fixing base, and being introduced into the snap recess through the guide slope
Data Source
AI summary
An installation assembly of a ceiling lighting fixture, a ceiling lighting fixture and a ceiling lamp are provided. The installation assembly includes a fixing base and a connecting base detachably connected with the fixing base. One of the fixing base and the connecting base is provided with a snap recess, and the other of the fixing base and the connecting base is provided with an elastic buckle which is capable of being snap-fitted with the snap recess. The elastic buckle has a guide slope, the elastic buckle is capable of being compressed as the connecting base moves toward the fixing base, and being introduced into the snap recess through the guide slope. The elastic buckle is rotationally fitted with the snap recess, and the snap recess is provided with an avoidance notch for the elastic buckle to be detached.