Foldable Plant Lamp With Integrated Wire Grooves
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional plant lamps are space-invasive, pose electrical safety risks due to exposed wires, lack waterproofing, and are aesthetically unappealing, making them inconvenient for home use.
Innovation Solution
A foldable plant lamp design featuring hinged lamp holders with opposing supporting elements, integrated LED light sources, and wire passing grooves, along with adjustable mounting components and reflective baffles, which allows for flexible positioning, safety through enclosed wiring, and aesthetic appeal through compact design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If conventional plant lamps are used, then lighting function is provided, but they occupy more space and are inconvenient to use
Solution Approach 1:
The plant lamp is divided into multiple lamp holders that can be folded relative to each other, allowing the structure to be segmented and compacted when not in use, thereby reducing space occupation while maintaining functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The lamp holders are designed to be foldable and adjustable, enabling the structure to change its configuration dynamically between extended (for lighting) and folded (for storage) states, improving both space efficiency and operational convenience
2Reliability
If wires are directly exposed on the surface of the plant lamp, then electrical connection is achieved, but users can easily suffer from electric shock
Solution Approach 1:
The wires are integrated into the supporting elements, merging the electrical connection function with the structural support function, which eliminates exposed wires and improves safety without significantly increasing complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The supporting elements act as protective enclosures that contain the wires within their structure, providing a protective shell that prevents direct contact with exposed electrical conductors while maintaining flexibility in the overall design
3Reliability
If conventional plant lamps are used, then lighting is provided, but they are not fully waterproofed
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting elements serve dual functions as both structural supports and protective enclosures for the wires, integrating the waterproofing function into the existing structure rather than adding separate waterproofing components
Solution Approach 2:
The supporting elements provide enclosure and protection for the electrical components, acting as a protective shell that prevents water ingress while maintaining the flexibility needed for the foldable design
4Shape
If conventional plant lamps are used, then lighting function is provided, but they are commonly unattractive
Solution Approach 1:
The lamp is divided into multiple lamp holders with supporting elements that create a structured, geometric appearance when folded, transforming the functional components into an aesthetically pleasing compact form
Solution Approach 2:
The foldable design allows the lamp to transition between an extended operational state and a compact folded state, providing aesthetic appeal in both configurations while maintaining functional performance
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 foldable design enhances user safety, reduces space requirements, and provides adjustable lighting for efficient plant growth while maintaining a compact and aesthetically pleasing form.
Implementation Method 1
First and second mounting components are LED light sources of the lamp holders
Data Source
AI summary
A foldable plant lamp comprises a pair of lamp holders which are hinged to each other. Each of the pair of lamp holders are provided with a pair of supporting elements. Each of the supporting elements are arranged opposite one another. First and second mounting components are LED light sources of the lamp holders. The first mounting components are connected between a first pair of the supporting elements and the second mounting components are connected between a second pair of the supporting components. Each of first and second pairs of supporting elements and the first and second mounting components are provided with wire passing grooves which communicate with each other. A surface of each of the mounting components is provided with a series of LED lights.