Decorative Object Display Device with Adaptive Illumination Control

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional display devices for decorative objects, such as timepieces and jewelry, fail to provide optimal illumination, which limits their visual enhancement and appeal.

Innovation Solution

A presentation device with adaptive and automatic illumination control, using a system comprising main and secondary lighting modules, a processing unit, and identification devices to adjust lighting based on observer vision profiles, behavioral states, and object characteristics, ensuring optimal visual perception.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Illumination intensity

If conventional lamps are used to illuminate decorative objects, then the objects become visible to people, but the illumination does not sufficiently enhance the objects

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveillumination qualityVSAvoidlighting adaptability
Core Design Contradiction:
Illumination intensityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic lighting control by equipping the display device with multiple light sources (first light source above the object, second light source below the object, third light source in the periphery) that can be independently controlled in intensity and timing. The control unit adjusts these light sources based on observer detection, creating dynamic illumination patterns that enhance the decorative object's visual appeal while adapting to different viewing conditions and times of day.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If adaptive lighting control based on observer characteristics is implemented, then visual perception is optimized, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelighting adaptabilityVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the lighting system into multiple independent light sources (first, second, and third light sources) positioned at different locations around the decorative object. Each light source can be controlled independently in terms of intensity and activation timing. This segmentation allows the complex adaptive lighting function to be achieved through coordinated control of simpler, modular components rather than a single complex light source.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The control unit detects the presence and characteristics of observers and uses this information to automatically adjust the illumination parameters. The system incorporates feedback loops where observer detection triggers specific lighting patterns, creating an adaptive response that optimizes visual perception without requiring manual intervention.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Illumination intensity

If multiple lighting modules are used to provide optimal illumination, then visual enhancement is improved, but energy consumption increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvevisual enhancementVSAvoidenergy consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
Illumination intensityVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The control unit is configured to activate light sources based on detected observer presence and characteristics. Rather than keeping all light sources continuously active, the system employs periodic or conditional activation where lights are turned on or adjusted in intensity only when observers are present and specific conditions are met. This reduces overall energy consumption while maintaining visual enhancement quality during active viewing periods.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

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 device enhances the visual appeal of decorative objects by dynamically adjusting illumination according to observer and object characteristics, providing personalized and optimized lighting for improved visual perception.

Implementation Method 1

a system for illuminating the area of interest comprising a main lighting device and a secondary lighting device provided with light-emitting elements

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight emission: Light Emitting Diode

Implementation Method 2

an adjustment element arranged in whole or in part around the zone of interest and extending vertically between the base and the ceiling of the box; the adjustment element being controlled by the processing unit can vary between a state of reflectance of light radiation coming from the first, second or third lighting module towards the zone of interest

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight reflection: Reflection

Data Source

PatentEP3944724A1Device for the presentation of a decorative object
Publication Date: 2022.01.26 THE SWATCH GRP RES & DEVELONMENT LTD
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AI summary

The invention relates to a display device (1) for a decorative object (2), comprising a box (4) provided with a support element (5) on which is defined an area of ​​interest (3) in which said decorative object (2) may be placed and/or manipulated, the display device (1) comprising: - identification devices (6a, 6b) for the observer and the decorative object (2); - an illumination system (7) for the area of ​​interest (3) comprising a main lighting device (8a) and a secondary lighting device (8b) provided with electroluminescent elements which are configured to illuminate this area of ​​interest (3) according to the observer's vision profile and/or according to a behavioral state of the observer and/or according to characteristics of the object (3);- a processing unit (10) configured to: ▪ generate an instruction to control the lighting properties of the main lighting device (8a) and/or the secondary lighting device (8b) according to visual perception criteria of the object (3) by the observer; ▪ control the main lighting device (8a) and/or the secondary lighting device (8b) according to said instruction to control the properties of these lighting devices (8a, 8b).