Fixture Mount Member With Quick Connect Electrical Joints

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Solution Overview

Problem

The installation of electrical fixtures to junction boxes is a time-consuming process, typically requiring skilled labor and involving cumbersome procedures, especially for heavy fixtures like ceiling fans or chandeliers, and there is a need for a method that can be performed quickly and easily by unskilled workers.

Innovation Solution

A mounting system that includes a fixture mount member with quick connect members for forming electrical connections between the fixture and junction box wires, allowing for independent attachment to both the junction box and the electrical fixture, enabling rapid and efficient installation by unskilled workers.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If traditional mounting methods are used with multiple wire connections and fastening steps, then reliable electrical connections are achieved, but installation time and labor complexity increase significantly

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveelectrical connection reliabilityVSAvoidinstallation time

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple separate functions into a single integrated mounting member. The mounting member integrates wire securing, electrical connection, and mechanical fastening operations into one component that accomplishes all tasks simultaneously during installation, thereby reducing installation time while maintaining connection reliability

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting member is designed as a multi-functional component that performs multiple operations: it secures wires, establishes electrical connections, and mechanically fastens the fixture to the junction box. This universal design eliminates the need for separate steps for each function, directly addressing the time-loss contradiction

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If traditional mounting procedures are followed with multiple connection steps, then secure fixture attachment is achieved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to complex procedures

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvefixture attachment securityVSAvoidinstallation simplicity

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

By merging wire securing, electrical connection, and mechanical fastening into a single integrated mounting member, the patent simplifies the installation procedure into fewer steps while maintaining secure attachment. The unified design reduces operational complexity without compromising fixture security

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting member acts as an intermediary component between the fixture and junction box, consolidating multiple connection functions into one element. This mediator approach simplifies the installation process by reducing the number of separate operations required while ensuring secure attachment

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Reliability

If multiple separate connection steps are performed for wire attachment and mechanical fastening, then reliable electrical connections are established, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveelectrical connection reliabilityVSAvoidmounting system complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges multiple separate connection functions into a single integrated mounting member that handles wire securing, electrical connection, and mechanical fastening simultaneously. This consolidation reduces mounting system complexity while maintaining electrical connection reliability through the unified design

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

4Reliability

If traditional mounting methods requiring skilled electricians are used, then proper installation is achieved, but productivity decreases due to labor constraints

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveinstallation qualityVSAvoidinstallation speed

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting member is designed to be self-explanatory and self-installing, requiring minimal specialized knowledge. The integrated design with all necessary functions consolidated into one component enables installers to complete the mounting process quickly without extensive electrical expertise, thereby improving productivity while maintaining installation quality

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS9065264B2System for mounting an electrical fixture to an electrical junction box

Publication Date: 2015.06.23 CANARM

AI summary

The invention provides a mount for installing an electrical fixture to an electrical junction box. The mount includes a support configured for independent attachment to said junction box and said electrical fixture respectively for mounting said fixture to said junction box. The mount further includes at least one electrical quick connect member engaged to said support comprising a first connection element for forming an electrical connection with a electrical wire and a second connection element for forming an electrical connection a fixture electrical wires. The first and second connection elements are electrically connected or connectible together to form an electrical connection between the source wires and the fixture wires.