Integrated Lighting Functional Module for Low-Wiring Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing luminaires with integrated functional devices, such as sensors and communication modules, require complex assembly due to multiple power supplies and wiring, leading to potential errors and space inefficiencies.
Innovation Solution
A functional module combining motion, presence, and brightness sensors, luminaire control, and wireless communication devices on a single module board, designed as an SMD or THT component, simplifies assembly by reducing wiring efforts and ensuring reliable connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple independent functional devices with separate power supplies and housings are integrated into a luminaire, then the luminaire achieves high functionality with motion sensors, presence sensors, brightness sensors, control devices, and wireless communication, but the assembly process becomes very complex with extensive wiring and attachment requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple independent functional devices (motion sensor, presence sensor, brightness sensor, control device, wireless communication device) into a single integrated circuit board. This merging eliminates the need for separate housings and power supplies for each device, reducing assembly complexity while maintaining all required functionalities.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated circuit board serves as a universal platform that hosts multiple functional devices simultaneously. This multi-functional design allows a single component (the circuit board) to perform the roles of several separate devices, simplifying the overall luminaire structure and assembly process.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple independent functional devices with separate power supplies and housings are integrated into a luminaire, then the luminaire achieves high functionality, but the installation becomes very complex due to extensive wiring and attachment of individual devices
Solution Approach 1:
By merging all functional devices onto a single circuit board, the patent eliminates the need for complex wiring between separate devices. The integrated design requires minimal connection points to the luminaire's power supply and control systems, dramatically simplifying installation procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the complex system into two manageable parts: an integrated functional module (circuit board with all devices) and the luminaire housing. This segmentation allows the functional module to be pre-assembled and tested independently, then installed as a single unit, greatly easing the installation process.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple independent functional devices are integrated into a luminaire, then the luminaire achieves high functionality, but the space required for placement and wiring of individual devices increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple space-consuming individual devices into a single compact circuit board. This consolidation reduces the total volume required for housing all functional components, allowing for more compact luminaire designs and better space utilization.
Solution Approach 2:
The circuit board acts as a nested structure that contains multiple functional devices within its circuitry. This nesting approach allows sensors, control circuits, and communication modules to be embedded within a single planar component, minimizing the space required for all functional elements.
4Adaptability or versatility
If multiple independent functional devices with separate power supplies are used, then the luminaire achieves high functionality, but the risk of incorrect wiring, cable breaks, or circuit board tearing increases
Solution Approach 1:
By combining all functional devices onto a single rigid circuit board, the patent eliminates numerous inter-device connections that could fail. The integrated design removes cable connections between separate devices, preventing cable breaks and connection failures while ensuring reliable electrical connections through the board's inherent circuit traces.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to functional devices comprising at least one motion, presence, and/or brightness sensor, at least one lighting and/or lighting driver control device, and at least one wireless communication device, and which are coupled or can be coupled to at least one LED and/or an LED driver. The present invention further relates to a lighting device comprising at least one LED, an LED driver, and such functional devices. The object of the present invention is to improve the functionality of lighting devices while simultaneously reducing their assembly effort and optimizing their size. This object is achieved by combining the functional devices into a single functional module on a single circuit board, which is implemented as an SMD or THT component and is designed to be suitable for mounting on a carrier board.The problem is further solved by a lighting device with at least one LED, an LED driver and functional devices according to the invention, wherein at least the at least one LED is mounted on the same carrier board as the functional module.