LED Explosion-Proof Lamp Sliding Chute Joining Structure

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing LED explosion-proof lamps face challenges in installation efficiency, structural complexity, cost-effectiveness, and universality in harsh environments due to cumbersome assembly processes, high material costs, and limited adaptability to different sizes and orientations.

Innovation Solution

The LED explosion-proof lamp features a detachable and slidable joining structure with concave-convex fits between the lighting and connecting parts, allowing for easy alignment and secure fixation using a locating piece, along with integral plastic construction for reduced weight and increased corrosion resistance, and a design that accommodates various sizes and orientations through adjustable through holes and protrusion parts.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If traditional fixed joining structures are used between lighting part and connecting part, then structural strength is maintained, but installation efficiency deteriorates due to cumbersome assembly processes

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation efficiencyVSAvoidassembly process complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The lamp is divided into detachable lighting part and connecting part with standardized joining structures. The chute-protrusion mechanism allows independent assembly of components, enabling field installation without complex tools and procedures, thus improving installation efficiency while maintaining structural integrity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The joining structure transitions from fixed to dynamic/adjustable. The protrusion part can slide along the chute to different positions, allowing the lamp to adapt to various installation orientations and locations. This dynamic adjustment capability simplifies the assembly process and improves installation efficiency across different应用场景.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Reliability

If complex joining structures with multiple fastening components are used, then connection reliability is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconnection reliabilityVSAvoidjoining structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The joining structure merges multiple fastening functions into a single integrated chute-protrusion mechanism. The protrusion part simultaneously provides alignment, connection, and positioning functions, eliminating the need for separate fasteners, screws, or clips. This reduces device complexity while maintaining connection reliability through the robust mechanical fit.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The joining structure is self-aligning and self-securing. The protrusion part automatically finds its position within the chute during assembly, and the locating holes with locating pieces provide automatic positioning without requiring additional alignment tools or procedures. This self-service mechanism simplifies the joining process while ensuring reliable connection.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Adaptability or versatility

If standardized joining structures with locating holes are used, then universality across different sizes and orientations is improved, but manufacturing precision requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadaptability to different sizes and orientationsVSAvoidlocating hole precision
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The chute-protrusion joining structure is designed as a universal interface that works across different lamp sizes and configurations. The same basic mechanism can accommodate various lighting parts and connecting parts combinations, allowing the lamp to be installed in different orientations and locations. This universality is achieved through the flexible geometry of the chute and protrusion rather than precise fixed dimensions.

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

Solution Approach 2:

Instead of requiring precise alignment at all points, the design uses partial positioning through the locating holes and locating pieces, with the chute providing flexible accommodation for misalignment. This partial precision approach allows for easier manufacturing while maintaining sufficient positioning accuracy for reliable connection, reducing the overall manufacturing precision requirements compared to fully fixed joint designs.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #16Partial or excessive action

4Ease of manufacture

If integral plastic construction is used, then material costs are reduced and corrosion resistance is improved, but structural strength may deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvematerial cost and corrosion resistanceVSAvoidstructural strength
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

The lamp employs composite construction combining plastic for the main body (providing corrosion resistance and cost effectiveness) with reinforced sections and metal fastening elements where high strength is required. The chute and protrusion structures are designed to optimize plastic material usage while maintaining sufficient strength through proper geometric design and reinforcement at critical load-bearing points.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

Data Source

PatentUS11906146B2LED explosion-proof lamp
Publication Date: 2024.02.20 EATON INTELLIGENT POWER LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure relates to an LED explosion-proof lamp. The LED explosion-proof lamp includes a lighting portion having a first engagement structure and a first positioning hole, a connecting portion detachably connected to the lighting portion and having a second engagement structure, a second positioning hole, and an opening suitable for accommodating the support rod of the LED explosion-proof lamp, a positioning member detachably inserted into the first positioning hole and the second positioning hole, wherein one of the first engagement structure and the second engagement structure is configured as a sliding groove, and the other of the first engagement structure and the second engagement structure is configured as a protrusion adapted to be inserted into the sliding groove and movable along the sliding groove. The LED explosion-proof lamp has the advantages of simple structure, easy processing and assembly, and high structural strength.