IR Sensor Inductive Component for UV Germicidal Lamp Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional lamps require manual operation for turning on and off, and when using remote controls, signal obstruction by the base or other objects reduces control sensitivity and precision.
Innovation Solution
An inductive component with IR sensors integrated into the lamp's housing, which senses human presence to control the lamp's light emission, enhancing convenience and precision by reducing artificial operation and improving signal reception.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a remote control is used for controlling the lamp, then the control range is extended, but the signal receiving sensitivity is reduced due to obstruction by the base or other articles
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical remote control system with an inductive sensing system. The inductive component detects human presence through electromagnetic induction, eliminating the need for remote controls and their associated signal obstruction problems. This substitution resolves the contradiction by providing contactless control that is not affected by physical obstructions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an inductive component as an intermediary between the user and the lamp. This component senses human presence and automatically controls the lamp, serving as a mediator that eliminates the need for direct remote control operation and resolves the signal obstruction issue.
2Measurement precision
If manual operation is required for turning on and off the lamp, then the control precision is maintained, but the usage convenience is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service control through the inductive component that automatically detects human presence and controls the lamp accordingly. The system serves itself by making decisions based on sensor input, eliminating the need for manual operation while maintaining precise control through automatic activation and deactivation based on detected presence.
Solution Approach 2:
The inductive component provides feedback about human presence to the control system, which then adjusts the lamp state accordingly. This feedback mechanism enables automatic control that responds to user needs without requiring manual input, improving convenience while maintaining control precision through sensor-based detection.
3Measurement precision
If IR sensors are integrated into the lamp housing, then the detection sensitivity is improved, but the device complexity is increased
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the IR sensors with the lamp housing structure, integrating the sensing function into the existing housing rather than adding separate external components. This integration reduces overall device complexity while maintaining detection sensitivity, as the housing itself serves dual purposes: structural support and sensor mounting.
Solution Approach 2:
The lamp housing is designed to serve multiple functions: it provides structural support, houses the lighting components, and integrates the IR sensors for presence detection. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional separate components, thereby reducing device complexity while maintaining detection capabilities.
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 IR sensor system allows for intelligent control of lamps, reducing manual operation, enhancing detection sensitivity, and improving control precision, while also protecting the sensors from damage.
Implementation Method 1
several the IR sensors are used for sensing human bodies
Data Source
AI summary
An inductive component and UV germicidal light. The inductive component includes: a housing and several IR sensors; the housing is provided on the lamp and is provided with one installation cavity and several mounting holes connecting the installation cavity, the several mounting holes are provided around the periphery of the shell; several IR sensors are contained in the installation cavity, each of the IR sensors is provided corresponding to one the mounting hole, the several IR sensors connect to the lamp electrically, and the IR sensors are used for sensing human bodies. The inductive component is used for sensing human bodies to work together with the lamp to turn on or turn off the lamp and improve the convenience of the lamp.