LED Flag Illumination via Integrated Solar Power
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional flag displays fail to maintain visibility during nighttime hours, violating proper flag etiquette as they are often poorly lit or not visible, regardless of the time of day or year.
Innovation Solution
A banner assembly featuring a light-emitting diode (LED) light network arranged in a national flag pattern, attached to a frame with detachable rods and a power source, which can be powered by a solar panel or AC adapter, allowing for flexible and visible flag display at any time.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If traditional flags are displayed without additional lighting, then the display structure remains simple and cost-effective, but the flag becomes invisible or poorly visible during nighttime hours
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the flag display function with an illumination system by integrating LED lights directly into the flag structure. The LED light network is embedded within the flag material, merging the symbolic display function with the lighting function into a single integrated unit, thereby improving nighttime visibility without requiring separate complex lighting infrastructure
Solution Approach 2:
The flag assembly serves multiple functions: it displays the national symbol during daytime and provides illuminated visibility during nighttime. The detachable rod system allows the same structure to function as both a display mechanism and a mounting system, while the LED network provides both structural support and illumination, reducing the need for separate components
2Reliability
If LED lights are integrated into the flag to ensure continuous visibility, then proper flag etiquette is maintained, but the energy consumption and complexity of the power supply system increase
Solution Approach 1:
The flag illumination system is designed to be self-sufficient through the integration of a solar panel that captures sunlight during the day and stores energy in a rechargeable battery. This self-charging mechanism eliminates the need for external power sources or grid connections, allowing the flag to maintain continuous visibility through nighttime illumination while minimizing external energy dependencies
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions between different operational states based on environmental conditions: during daytime, the solar panel charges the battery and the flag displays normally; during nighttime, the stored energy is released to illuminate the flag. The LED lights can operate in different modes (continuous, intermittent, or dimmed) to optimize energy consumption while maintaining adequate visibility, adapting the power usage parameters to match the operational requirements
3Ease of operation
If detachable rods are used to support the LED light network, then the assembly becomes easier to install and maintain, but the structural complexity and number of components increase
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure is divided into multiple detachable rod segments that can be easily assembled and disassembled. Each rod segment connects to the frame through simple connection mechanisms, allowing the structure to be broken down into manageable parts for transport, installation, and maintenance. This segmentation enables flexible configuration while keeping individual components simple and lightweight
Solution Approach 2:
The detachable rod system provides dynamic adjustability, allowing the flag assembly to be configured in different positions and orientations. The rods can be detached and repositioned to accommodate various mounting locations and display requirements, transforming a static structure into a dynamically adaptable system that responds to different installation scenarios without requiring complex fixed installations
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
Ensures that flags are visibly illuminated at all times, adhering to proper flag etiquette by providing a powered LED light network that can be easily installed and maintained, enhancing visibility and adherence to display standards.
Implementation Method 1
a power source configured to provide power to the LED lights, the power source comprising a solar panel or an AC adaptor
Implementation Method 2
a light-emitting diode (LED) light network attached to a frame, the LED light network having LED lights arranged in a pattern of a national flag
Data Source
AI summary
Provided herein are embodiments of a banner assembly, for example, a banner assembly having a light-emitting diode (LED) light network arranged in a pattern of a national flag thereby illuminating the national flag for display. The banner assembly herein comprises an LED light network having LED lights arranged in a pattern of a national flag, and a plurality of detachable rods attached to the LED light network by one or more connector.