Folding Hook Light Fixture Mounting System

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing light fixture attachment systems lack efficient and versatile solutions for mounting light fixtures to external structures, particularly in retrofit scenarios, where they often require auxiliary mounting means and do not easily adapt to different ceiling configurations.

Innovation Solution

A light fixture folding hook system featuring folding hooks with horizontal and vertical sections that engage T-bar vertical support sections or other external structures, allowing for secure attachment and easy installation by bending and pivoting, combined with a mounting frame and swivel hooks for additional stability and flexibility.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Device complexity

If traditional mounting systems are used, then light fixtures can be attached to ceiling structures, but auxiliary mounting means are required and installation is complex

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemounting system complexityVSAvoidinstallation ease

Core Design Contradiction:

Device complexityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The folding hook is integrated directly into the troffer housing structure, merging the mounting function with the fixture body. The hook is formed as part of the housing itself rather than being a separate auxiliary component, eliminating the need for additional mounting means while maintaining attachment capability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting system uses a folding hook that can be deployed or folded during installation. The hook transitions from a compact stored position to an extended engaged position, allowing easy installation and removal while providing secure mounting when deployed. This dynamic mechanism simplifies the installation process compared to fixed traditional mounting systems.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If standard mounting methods are used, then light fixtures can be installed, but they do not adapt to different ceiling configurations

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveceiling configuration adaptabilityVSAvoidmounting stability

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The folding hook is designed with a universal engagement capability that works with various ceiling structures including T-bar grids and other support structures. The hook's geometry and engagement mechanism allow it to adapt to different ceiling configurations while maintaining reliable attachment, eliminating the need for different mounting systems for different ceiling types.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Adaptability or versatility

If folding hooks are added to the troffer, then attachment versatility improves, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveattachment versatilityVSAvoidfixture structure complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Data Source

PatentUS11236891B1Fixture folding hook

Publication Date: 2022.02.01 ZHANG KANGHONG

AI summary

A light fixture folding hook system including a light troffer having a light compartment and a reflector panel. The light troffer has a middle portion and a mounting frame around the middle portion. The mounting frame has a mounting frame front edge, a mounting frame rear edge, a mounting frame right edge, and a mounting frame left edge. Four folding hooks include a front right folding hook and front left folding hook mounted to the troffer front edge, plus a rear right folding hook and a rear left folding hook mounted to the troffer rear edge. The folding hook panels retain each of the folding hooks at a folding hook pivot. The folding hooks each have a folding hook horizontal section and a folding hook vertical section.