Integrated LED Strip Controller with Wireless Signal Reception

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Solution Overview

Problem

Users face challenges in remotely controlling LED strip illumination, necessitating a solution for remote manipulation of LED strip controllers.

Innovation Solution

A controller based on APP control, integrated with a power plug, utilizing a receiving control unit for Bluetooth or WIFI signals, a driving unit to adjust flicker color and frequency, and a manual control unit for mode switching, combined with a power processing unit for stable voltage supply.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If a traditional LED strip controller is used, then the LED strip can be controlled locally, but remote control capability is lacking

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveremote control capabilityVSAvoidcontrol system structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines the controller and power adapter into a single integrated device. The controller module is embedded within the power adapter housing, eliminating the need for separate control and power devices. This merging enables remote control functionality through wireless modules (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi) while maintaining a simplified user experience with a single plug-and-play device.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The power adapter performs multiple functions: it provides power conversion (AC to DC), houses the controller for LED strip control, and includes wireless communication capabilities for remote operation. This multi-functionality allows a single device to replace traditional separate components (power supply + controller + remote), resolving the contradiction between added remote control features and system complexity.

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

2Ease of manufacture

If separate controller and power adapter are used, then functionality is achieved, but installation complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation simplicityVSAvoidnumber of components
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The controller is integrated into the power adapter housing, creating a single unified component. This eliminates the need for separate installation of controller and power adapter, reducing installation steps and complexity while maintaining all necessary functions. The integrated design allows users to simply plug one device into the power outlet.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Adaptability or versatility

If remote control features are added to LED controller, then user control capability improves, but device structure becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveremote control functionalityVSAvoidcontroller structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The power adapter is designed to perform multiple functions: power conversion, control signal processing, and wireless communication. By making the power adapter universal and multi-functional, the patent avoids adding dedicated remote control hardware that would increase complexity. The wireless module is integrated into the existing power adapter structure, enabling remote control without proportionally increasing device complexity.

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

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 users to control LED strip modes and timing through a smart terminal, ensuring seamless power and control functionality via a plug-and-play solution.

Implementation Method 1

a rectifier circuit connected to the power source for rectifying the power source

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectRectification:

Implementation Method 2

a voltage stabilizing circuit disposed between the voltage conversion circuit and the first and second pins of the Bluetooth control chip of the controller for performing voltage stabilization processing on the input voltage of the Bluetooth control chip

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectVoltage stabilization:

Data Source

PatentUS10813179B2Controller based on APP control and power plug
Publication Date: 2020.10.20 NINGBO GOLDEN POWER ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure discloses a controller based on APP control, disposed between a power source and a lamp strip. The controller comprises: a receiving control unit electrically connected to the power source for receiving a Bluetooth signal or a WIFI signal transmitted by an external smart terminal, and issuing a control signal according to the Bluetooth signal or the WIFI signal; a driving unit electrically connected to the receiving control unit for adjusting a flicker color and a flicker frequency of the lamp strip according to the control signal; and a manual control unit electrically connected to the receiving control unit for inputting a manual signal to the receiving control unit to cause the driving unit to switch the lamp strip to different modes.