DCL Luminaire Plug Integrating Electrical and Mechanical Fixing
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing methods for connecting a luminaire to a DCL connection socket are complex and tedious, particularly due to the mechanical fixing process, which requires screws or additional fasteners.
Innovation Solution
A luminaire design featuring a DCL connection plug with a shield portion that allows for simultaneous electrical connection and mechanical attachment to a support, eliminating the need for separate fixing screws and simplifying the installation process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional connection methods are used with separate fixing screws, then reliable mechanical fixing is achieved, but the installation process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the electrical connection function and mechanical fixing function into a single integrated DCL connection plug. The plug simultaneously establishes electrical contact with the DCL connection base and provides mechanical attachment, eliminating the need for separate fixing screws and simplifying the installation process to a single connection operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The DCL connection plug serves multiple functions: it provides electrical connection between the luminaire and power supply, and it provides mechanical fixing to secure the luminaire to the support. This multi-functional design reduces the number of components needed and simplifies installation while maintaining reliable mechanical attachment.
2Reliability
If traditional connection methods with separate fixing elements are used, then secure mechanical attachment is achieved, but installation time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the electrical connection and mechanical attachment operations into a single simultaneous action. When the DCL connection plug is inserted into the DCL connection base, both electrical contacts are made and mechanical attachment is achieved at the same time, eliminating the sequential steps required by traditional methods and significantly reducing installation time.
3Ease of operation
If the DCL connection plug is made accessible for user interaction, then ease of connection is improved, but aesthetic appearance and security are compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The protective part is designed to surround and enclose the DCL connection plug when connected to the base. The plug is nested within the protective housing, which provides a clean external appearance while still allowing the plug to perform its connection function. This nested arrangement hides the functional components from view while maintaining their operational integrity.
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AI summary
The Luminaire (2) includes a DCL connection plug (3) intended to be mechanically and electrically connected to a DCL connection socket (4) integrated into a support (S), such as a wall or ceiling, having a support surface (14); and a luminaire housing (11) including a protective part (16) comprising a contact surface (17) configured to be positioned against or near the support surface (14) when the DCL connection plug (3) is mechanically and electrically connected to the DCL connection socket (4), the protective part (16) surrounding the DCL connection plug (3) in such a way that the DCL connection plug (3) is inaccessible when the DCL connection plug (3) is mechanically and electrically connected to the DCL connection socket (4).