Removable Steering Wheel Cover With Multi-Color LED Lighting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional steering wheel cover devices lack decorative appeal and functionality, particularly in providing a dynamic and customizable lighting solution.
Innovation Solution
A removably positioned circular cover with integrated LEDs emitting multiple colors, a control circuit, and an actuator for pattern control, secured by a resilient and translucent tubular design with metallic rods for retention, and a closure mechanism, powered by a rechargeable battery and potentially wireless connectivity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If conventional steering wheel cover devices are used, then the steering wheel is protected and provides basic gripping function, but the device lacks decorative appeal and dynamic lighting capability
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions into a single steering wheel cover device: protective covering, multi-color LED lighting system, control circuitry, and actuator mechanisms are all integrated into one unified device that fits over the steering wheel, thereby adding illumination capability without requiring separate decorative components
Solution Approach 2:
The steering wheel cover serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides physical protection for the steering wheel, offers decorative lighting with multiple colors and patterns, includes wireless communication capability, and features tactile feedback through actuators - making it a multi-functional device that replaces several separate components
2Adaptability or versatility
If a removably positioned cover with integrated LEDs is used, then decorative appeal and customizable lighting patterns are provided, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic lighting capabilities where LEDs can display multiple colors and various patterns that can be programmed and changed, allowing the device to adapt its appearance and behavior based on different modes and user preferences, thereby providing versatility through programmable functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces complex mechanical control systems with electronic and wireless technologies: wireless communication modules transmit control signals without physical connections, electronic control circuits manage LED patterns, and electromagnetic actuators provide feedback, thereby reducing mechanical complexity while maintaining adaptability
3Ease of operation
If a resilient and translucent tubular design with metallic rods is used, then the cover can be easily installed and retained on the steering wheel, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the cover into distinct functional segments: a resilient tubular portion for fitting over the steering wheel, a translucent section for LED light transmission, and separate actuator elements positioned at specific locations, allowing each component to be manufactured independently and then assembled
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs composite construction combining different materials with specific properties: resilient material for the tubular structure providing elastic retention, translucent material for light transmission, and metallic rods for structural support, thereby achieving both ease of installation and appropriate mechanical properties through material composition
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
Enhances the aesthetic appeal of the steering wheel with programmable lighting patterns, providing a customizable and interactive decorative feature that can be easily installed and operated.
Implementation Method 1
A plurality of light emitters is mounted in the cover. The light emitters emit light outwardly from the cover when turned on.
Implementation Method 2
An actuator is electrically coupled to the control circuit and is actuated to turn the light emitters on or off.
Data Source
AI summary
An illuminated steering wheel cover assembly includes a cover that is removably positioned on a steering wheel. The cover has a circular shape to match a circular shape of the steering wheel. A plurality of light emitters is mounted in the cover. The light emitters emit light outwardly from the cover when turned on. Each of the light emitters comprising an LED capable of emitting multiples colors. A control circuit is electrically coupled to each of the light emitters. An actuator is electrically coupled to the control circuit and is actuated to turn the light emitters on or off.