Illuminated Tile With Embedded PCB And SMD LEDs
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing luminous slab systems for decorative or safety lighting are costly to produce and require specialized installation and maintenance, limiting their accessibility and affordability for widespread use.
Innovation Solution
A luminous slab comprising a mechanically resistant transparent or translucent glass tile with SMD LEDs mounted on a printed circuit board, fixed using an A+B adhesive and distance separator, allowing for low-cost installation by tilers without specialized assistance, with electric contacts and a silicone seal for water tightness.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If traditional luminous slab systems with electronic sub-assemblies are used, then lighting function is achieved, but high investment resources and specialized installation requirements increase cost and complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the electronic components (LEDs, circuit board, battery) from a separate sub-assembly and integrates them directly into the tile structure itself. The circuit board is embedded within the tile body, eliminating the need for separate electronic sub-assemblies and reducing installation complexity while maintaining the lighting function.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges the structural tile body with the electronic components into a single integrated unit. The circuit board is positioned within the tile, LEDs are mounted on the circuit board, and the battery is incorporated into the same assembly, creating a unified luminous slab that simplifies both manufacture and installation.
2Ease of operation
If specialized electronic or electrical personnel are required for installation, then proper assembly is ensured, but installation cost and time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The luminous slab is designed as a self-contained unit with all electronic components pre-assembled and integrated into the tile structure. The battery is incorporated within the same assembly, allowing the tile to be installed as a single unit without requiring specialized electrical knowledge or tools, making it accessible to ordinary installers.
3Shape
If SMD LEDs are mounted on a printed circuit board fixed to glass tile, then lighting effect is achieved, but assembly thickness must match stone/ceramic tile dimensions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by positioning the circuit board and LEDs at specific locations within the tile structure. The circuit board is fixed to the glass tile using adhesive only in the necessary areas to secure the electronic components, while maintaining the overall tile thickness and external dimensions compatible with standard stone/ceramic tiles.
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 solution reduces installation costs, simplifies execution, eliminates the need for electrical specialists, and lowers electricity consumption, making the system more affordable and easily installable by non-technical personnel.
Implementation Method 1
lighted from the undemeath with SMD LEDs mounted on a printed circuit board
Implementation Method 2
fixed on the glass tile using an A+B adhesive
Implementation Method 3
which forms a continuous layer in order to prevent water infiltration into the assembly glass tile 1 - distance separator 2 - printed circuit board 3
Implementation Method 4
two electric wires 8 are tin solder joint
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a luminous slab made of transparent or translucent material (glass, for example), lighted from the underneath, by using SMD LEDs, being used for plating floors, walls and ceiling for decorative or safety purposes. The luminous slab, according to this invention, comprises a transparent or translucent glass tile (1), which has fixed on one side a printed circuit board (3). The printed circuit board is fixed on the glass tile by using a distance separator (2) and an A+B adhesive. On the printed circuit board (3) on the face towards the glass tile there are mounted many SMD LEDs (4) laid in order to obtain the desired luminous effect Depending on the LEDs number and their disposal and on the colour of the glass tile (1), the LED lights (4), in various intensity and models, will be seen through the glass tile (1). The electric supply is made through two electric contacts (5) on the lower side of the printed circuit board (3) where two electric wires (8) are tin solder fixed, of which length depends on the distance towards the power supply. On the rear and side face of the assembly glass tile (1) - distance separator (2) - printed circuit board (3) is applied a continuous layer (9) of a known silicone type for tightness purpose.