Illuminating Wall Profile With Removable Wing For Diode Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current illuminating glass partitions face challenges in safely integrating lighting systems due to weight distribution issues, making it difficult to replace or maintain light-emitting diodes without dismantling the entire partition.
Innovation Solution
The design incorporates a mounting profile with a carrier element and support plate that allows for easy access and replacement of light-emitting diodes by positioning them under the plate, preventing direct contact with the glass and ensuring safe installation and maintenance without the need to remove the glass module.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the lighting system is integrated with the lower edge of the glass module, then the device complexity is reduced, but the reliability deteriorates due to risk of crushing from the weight of the module
Solution Approach 1:
The patent separates the lighting system into an independent module that can be installed within the profile structure without being integrated with the glass module edge. This segmentation allows the lighting system to be protected from the glass weight while maintaining a compact design.
Solution Approach 2:
The profile acts as an intermediary structure that houses the lighting system separately from the glass module. The carrier element and support plate create an intermediate space that protects the lighting system while allowing it to function independently from the glass weight.
2Reliability
If the lighting system is arranged inside the partition against the main faces of the glass sheets, then the reliability is improved by avoiding crushing risk, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the lighting system housing with the profile structure itself. The profile is designed to contain the lighting system within its geometry, combining two functions (structural support and lighting housing) into a single integrated component, thereby reducing overall device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The profile serves multiple functions: it provides structural support for the glass module, houses the lighting system, and facilitates easy access for maintenance. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional separate components, simplifying the overall device complexity.
3Manufacturing precision
If the entire partition must be dismantled to replace diodes, then the manufacturing precision is maintained, but the ease of repair deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The profile includes a movable or removable wing that allows dynamic access to the lighting system. This dynamic feature enables maintenance personnel to access and replace diodes without dismantling the entire partition, while the fixed portions of the profile maintain the required manufacturing precision and structural integrity.
Solution Approach 2:
The profile is pre-designed with accessible openings or removable wings that provide direct access to the lighting system during installation. This preliminary design consideration allows for easy future maintenance without requiring complex dismantling procedures, while maintaining assembly precision through standardized interfaces.
4Strength
If the support plate is fixedly connected to the profile, then the strength is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates due to reduced access for maintenance
Solution Approach 1:
The profile is segmented into fixed and movable portions. The support plate is firmly connected to the fixed portion to maintain structural strength, while the movable wing can be detached or opened to provide access to the lighting system for maintenance operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The profile incorporates dynamic elements such as removable or pivoting wings that allow access to the lighting system while maintaining structural integrity during normal operation. The dynamic portion can be opened for maintenance and then securely closed to restore full structural strength.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to an illuminating wall comprising lower (2) and upper (9) mounting profiles, at least the lower profile comprising a load-bearing element (4) arranged in the internal volume of said profile and comprising support means such as a parallel plate (40), at a distance from the core (20) of the profile and arranged between the diodes (30) and the glazing, for supporting the edge of the glazing, one of the wings of the profile being mobile or removable to allow access to the diodes which are removable associated with the profile.