Dual-Module LED Lamp for Plant Growth and UVC Sanitization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing LED lighting systems for plant cultivation are unable to optimize plant growth and flowering, and lack bactericidal and sanitizing actions.
Innovation Solution
A LED lamp with a remote management system, comprising two LED modules: one for promoting plant growth with a precise combination of red and blue light, and another with UVC LEDs for sanitization, ensuring optimal light distribution and control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If LED lighting systems use red and blue spectral bands for plant cultivation, then plant growth is promoted through photosynthesis, but the systems lack bactericidal and sanitizing actions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines two previously separate LED modules into a single integrated lighting system: a first LED module emitting red and blue light for plant growth promotion, and a second LED module emitting UVC light for sanitization. This merging allows the system to simultaneously address both plant cultivation needs and hygiene requirements without requiring separate devices
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated LED lighting system performs multiple functions: it promotes plant growth through photosynthesis activation with red/blue light while simultaneously providing bactericidal and sanitizing actions with UVC light. This multi-functional approach eliminates the need for separate growth lighting and sanitation devices
2Illumination intensity
If LED systems use multiple colors to generate full spectrum light, then light distribution is improved, but the systems are unable to optimize plant growth and flowering precisely
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of using a broad spectrum approach, the patent applies local quality by selecting specific spectral bands (red at 630-680nm and blue at 450-480nm) that correspond to chlorophyll absorption peaks. This targeted spectral selection optimizes photosynthesis efficiency and plant growth responses without the compromise of full-spectrum approaches
3Ease of operation
If existing LED systems are used for plant cultivation, then basic lighting needs are met, but they lack remote control and precise regulation of light energy
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates a control system with remote control capability that allows precise regulation of the LED modules' operation. The system enables remote adjustment of light intensity, timing, and spectral composition, providing automated feedback control for optimized plant cultivation conditions
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 LED lamp effectively promotes plant growth by optimizing chlorophyll photosynthesis and simultaneously sanitizes plants by eliminating bacteria and pathogens, ensuring healthy plant development.
Implementation Method 1
a first LED module (104) comprised in the casing (101) and supported by a support (103) and comprising a plurality of LEDs having the action of promoting the growth of a plant
Implementation Method 2
chlorophyll photosynthesis is the chemical process that allows plants to grow and survive. Through this process, the light energy is absorbed by the pigments of the plant
Implementation Method 3
a second LED module (114) comprised in the casing (101) and supported by the support (103) and comprising a plurality of UVC LEDs with germicidal action
Implementation Method 4
UVC LEDs with germicidal action
Data Source
AI summary
LED lamp (100) to promote plant growth and their sanitization comprising: —a casing (101); —a first LED module (104) included in the casing (101) and supported by a support (103) and comprising a plurality of LEDs able to promote a plant growing; —a second LED module (114) included in the casing (101) and supported by the support (103) and comprising a plurality of UCV LED having germicidal action; —a control system (102) for LED lamp switching on-off, and of intensity of light beam emitted by the first and second LED modules (104, 114); —a lens (110) comprising an optical module (105); —a remote management system configured for programming the switching on-off, timer and luminous intensity of LED lamp (100).