Deflectable Power Supply LED Downlight Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional downlights with high-power incandescent or fluorescent lights are energy-inefficient and have complex structures, making them inconvenient to install, which does not align with modern energy-saving and environmental protection requirements.
Innovation Solution
A simplified LED downlight design featuring a cylinder, light source device, light diverging assembly, cover assembly, and power supply device, with features like deflectable power supply, adjustable bracket assemblies, and interchangeable light diverging elements for easy installation and customizable lighting.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If conventional downlights use high-power incandescent or fluorescent lights, then lighting effect is achieved, but energy consumption is high and structure is complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the light source parameter from traditional incandescent/fluorescent to LED technology, which fundamentally alters the energy consumption characteristics. The LED light source operates at lower power while delivering equivalent or superior lighting output, directly resolving the energy loss issue while simplifying the overall device structure
Solution Approach 2:
The patent extracts and eliminates unnecessary complex structural components from conventional downlights. By adopting LED technology and simplifying the optical system to essential elements (light source, reflector, diffuser), the design removes redundant parts while maintaining lighting functionality, thus reducing structural complexity
2Reliability
If conventional downlights use complex structure, then functional requirements are met, but installation convenience deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the downlight into distinct functional modules: LED light source module, reflector module, diffuser module, and housing module. Each module can be independently manufactured, tested, and replaced. This modular segmentation maintains functional reliability while dramatically improving installation convenience, as modules can be pre-assembled and quickly installed without complex field assembly
Solution Approach 2:
The patent designs universal mounting interfaces and standardized connection mechanisms that work across different installation scenarios. The housing and mounting bracket are designed with universal features that accommodate various ceiling types and installation orientations, allowing the same functional design to serve multiple installation purposes without compromising reliability or ease of installation
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 solution enables quick and secure installation, energy efficiency, and customizable lighting options, meeting energy-saving and environmental standards while providing flexible installation and adjustable lighting angles.
Implementation Method 1
The light source device comprises a heat sink, an LED light source, a support frame and a top cover
Implementation Method 2
The heat sink is engaged with the top of the cylinder, and the LED light source is supported by the support frame and engaged with a bottom surface of the heat sink bottom surface
Implementation Method 3
The light diverging assembly comprises a fixed cylinder and a light diverging element
Implementation Method 4
The light diverging assembly comprises a fixed cylinder and a light diverging element
Data Source
AI summary
A convenient-to-install LED downlight includes a cylinder, a light source device, a light diverging assembly, a cover assembly and a power supply device. The light source device is installed to the top of the cylinder, and the light diverging assembly is installed at the bottom of the light source device and disposed inside the cylinder. The cover assembly is disposed inside the cylinder and under the light source device. The power supply device is engaged with the top of the light source device capable of producing a deflection with respect to the light source device to form a straight line, so that the power supply device passes through and enters into an installing hole of the ceiling and then deflects to its original position and a support bracket at the bottom abuts the ceiling. The LED downlight has the features of simple structure and convenient installation.