Flexible Light Strip Support Structure for Stable Column Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
The stability of the central column's installation part in existing lighting apparatuses affects the service life of the lamp.
Innovation Solution
A lighting apparatus with a flexible light strip and a central column supported by a base column and joint part, where the ratio of the joint part's thickness to the central column's diameter is greater than or equal to 2:3, ensuring a stable and secure installation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the joint part thickness is increased to improve installation stability, then the reliability increases, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by optimizing the thickness-to-diameter ratio of the joint part to be between 0.6 and 0.8. This specific parameter range ensures sufficient installation stability and reliability while avoiding excessive structural complexity. The quantitative specification transforms a qualitative design goal into a precise engineering parameter that balances performance and simplicity.
2Duration of action of stationary object
If the joint part thickness is increased to extend service life, then the durability increases, but the manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent specifies the joint part thickness parameter as 0.6 to 0.8 times the central column diameter, which optimizes the balance between service life and manufacturing cost. This parameter range provides sufficient structural strength for extended durability while avoiding excessive material consumption that would increase manufacturing costs unnecessarily.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies partial action by not making the joint part thickness exceed what is necessary for adequate stability. The ratio range of 0.6-0.8 provides sufficient structural reinforcement for extended service life without the diminishing returns that would occur with excessive thickness, thereby controlling manufacturing costs effectively.
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AI summary
A lighting apparatus includes a flexible light strip, a base column, a central column, an extending bracket and a joint part. The flexible light strip is bendable along a longitudinal axis of the flexible light strip to conform to various curvatures. A first end of the extending bracket is fixed on the central column and a second end of the extending bracket engages the flexible light strip to conform to a required varying curvatures of the light strip. The joint part connect the base column and the central column. A thickness of the joint part is larger than ⅔ of a diameter of the central column.