LED Bulb Loudspeaker Integration Wireless Audio

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current light-emitting diode bulbs lack the functionality to play music independently, requiring external sound systems and complex cable connections, which compromises convenience.

Innovation Solution

Integration of a loudspeaker assembly within the light-emitting diode bulb, including a Bluetooth integrated circuit chip and power amplifier, allowing wireless music playback through connection with smartphones or personal computers, eliminating the need for external sound systems and cable connections.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If an external sound box is used to play music, then music playing function is achieved, but complex cable connections are required which affects use convenience

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveuse convenienceVSAvoidcable connection complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines the loudspeaker assembly with the light-emitting diode bulb structure, integrating the music playing function into the lighting fixture. The loudspeaker assembly includes a speaker unit, audio circuit board, and mounting structures that are assembled within the bulb housing, eliminating the need for separate external sound boxes and complex cable connections.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The light-emitting diode bulb is designed to perform multiple functions: illumination through the light-emitting diode module and music playback through the integrated loudspeaker assembly. The bulb can connect to audio sources via Bluetooth wireless module, eliminating the need for separate audio equipment and reducing connection complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If traditional light fixture is used, then illuminating function is provided, but music playing function is lacking

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovefunctionalityVSAvoidstructure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges the light-emitting diode module with the loudspeaker assembly in a single integrated bulb structure. The loudspeaker assembly includes a speaker unit mounted on the light-emitting diode module, with audio circuit board and mounting structures that integrate seamlessly into the bulb housing, enabling both lighting and music playing functions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The light-emitting diode bulb is designed as a multi-functional device that provides both illumination and music playback capabilities. The integration of the loudspeaker assembly with Bluetooth wireless module allows the bulb to serve as both a light source and an audio player, enhancing versatility without requiring separate devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Ease of operation

If external sound box is used, then music playback is achieved, but cable connection is required which reduces convenience

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveconvenienceVSAvoidconnection complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the mechanical cable connection system with a Bluetooth wireless communication system. The wireless module enables wireless audio transmission from mobile devices to the loudspeaker assembly, eliminating the need for physical cable connections and providing greater convenience and flexibility in music playback.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

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

Enables the light-emitting diode bulb to perform both illuminating and music-playing functions seamlessly, enhancing user convenience by eliminating the need for complex cable connections during music playback.

Implementation Method 1

a light-emitting diode module (40), and a loudspeaker assembly (50)... The light-emitting diode module is mounted on the heat radiator, and is electrically connected with the power supply circuit board assembly of the drive power assembly

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight-emitting diode: Light Emitting Diode

Implementation Method 2

a speaker unit fastened to the fastening bracket and electrically connected with the audio circuit board... the audio circuit board drives the speaker unit to make the sound

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic conversion: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS9267675B2Light-emitting diode bulb with loudspeaker function
Publication Date: 2016.02.23 WELL SHIN TECH
  • US9267675B2 patent drawing
  • US9267675B2 patent drawing
  • US9267675B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A light-emitting diode bulb with loudspeaker function includes a bulb head, a drive power assembly, a heat radiator, a light-emitting diode module, a loudspeaker assembly, and a cover covered on the heat radiator. The drive power assembly is assembled to an upper portion of the bulb head, and is electrically connected with the bulb head. The drive power assembly includes a power supply circuit board assembly and a wireless module. The heat radiator is mounted to the upper portion of the bulb head. The drive power assembly is received in the heat radiator. The light-emitting diode module is mounted on the heat radiator, and is electrically connected with the power supply circuit board assembly. The loudspeaker assembly mounted on the light-emitting diode module, the heat radiator and the drive power assembly includes a fastening holder, an audio circuit board, a fastening bracket and a speaker unit.