Coiled Spring Bracket Trim Attachment for Recessed Lighting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Recessed light fixtures often require the removal of light modules or housings to attach or detach trims, making the process challenging and inconvenient.
Innovation Solution
A trim attachment system utilizing coiled spring brackets that are attached to the light fixture housing, allowing the trim to be easily pulled up or down without needing to remove the light fixture components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional attachment methods are used to attach trim to light fixture, then the trim can be securely attached, but the light module or housing must be removed to access the attachment components
Solution Approach 1:
A spring-loaded bracket acts as an intermediary mechanism between the housing and trim. The bracket includes a coil spring that provides automatic engagement force, allowing the trim to be attached by simply inserting it into the bracket without removing the housing or light module.
Solution Approach 2:
The spring-loaded bracket automatically engages the trim when inserted, using the stored energy in the coil spring to secure the trim in place. The system self-adjusts to accommodate the trim without requiring manual intervention to tighten or secure fasteners.
2Ease of operation
If traditional attachment methods are used to detach trim from light fixture, then the trim can be securely detached, but the light module or housing must be removed to access the attachment components
Solution Approach 1:
The spring-loaded bracket serves as an intermediary that simplifies detachment. By pressing the release mechanism, the user overcomes the spring force and easily removes the trim without needing to access fasteners or disassemble the housing.
Solution Approach 2:
The attachment system is segmented into separate functional components: the bracket attached to the housing, the spring providing force, and the trim. This segmentation allows the trim to be independently attached and detached without affecting the housing or light module.
3Ease of operation
If spring-loaded brackets are used to attach trim, then the trim can be easily attached and detached without removing housing, but additional components are introduced
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket and coil spring are merged into a single integrated attachment component that is permanently mounted to the housing. This combination eliminates the need for separate fasteners, screws, or clips, reducing the overall number of parts despite adding spring mechanism.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Simplifies the attachment and detachment of trims by eliminating the need to remove light fixture components, facilitating quicker installation and maintenance.
Implementation Method 1
a first coiled spring bracket having a first coil section and a first elongated section. The first elongated section is positioned in the light fixture housing and attached to the light fixture housing, where the first coil section is attachable to a trim to pull up the trim toward an opening of the housing
Data Source
AI summary
A trim attachment system includes a light fixture housing and a first coiled spring bracket having a first coil section and a first elongated section. The first elongated section is positioned in the light fixture housing and attached to the light fixture housing, where the first coil section is attachable to a trim to pull up the trim toward an opening of the housing. The trim attachment system further includes a second coiled spring bracket having a second coil section and a second elongated section. The second elongated section is positioned in the light fixture housing and attached to the light fixture housing, where the second coil section is attachable to the trim to pull up the trim toward the opening of the housing.