Portable Light Module with Rotary Connector and Carabiner Clip
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable illumination devices lack versatility and ease of use in providing enhanced illumination in ambient environments, particularly in small access spaces.
Innovation Solution
A portable illumination apparatus featuring a lightweight and compact design with a pivotally attached light module, a support base with a carabiner clip for hands-free use, and magnetic elements for easy deployment and stowage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the light module is made pivotally attached to provide multiple orientations, then illumination versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The light module is pivotally attached to the support base via a rotary connector member, enabling dynamic repositioning between multiple orientations (collapsed, extended, and rotated positions). This pivotal connection allows the illumination apparatus to adapt to different lighting needs while maintaining a relatively simple mechanical structure through standardized rotary joints.
2Volume of moving object
If the apparatus is made compact for portability, then ease of storage is improved, but illumination coverage area is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The illumination apparatus is divided into separable components: a compact support base and a detachable light module connected via rotary connector. This segmentation allows the light module to be extended and positioned at various angles to maximize illumination coverage when needed, while the modular design enables compact storage by collapsing the light module into the support base when not in use.
3Ease of operation
If magnetic elements are added for easy deployment, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Magnetic elements are integrated into the rotary connector member and support base to replace complex mechanical locking mechanisms. The magnetic attraction provides automatic engagement and holding force for the light module in various positions, enabling easy deployment and adjustment without requiring intricate mechanical latches or fasteners.
4Ease of operation
If carabiner clip is integrated for hands-free use, then operational convenience is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
A carabiner clip member is integrated into the support base structure, providing a universal attachment point that enables hands-free operation by allowing the apparatus to be clipped onto surfaces, bags, or structures. This single addition provides multi-functional capability for securing the device in various locations without requiring complex mounting mechanisms.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The apparatus provides enhanced illumination in various orientations, facilitates hands-free operation, and ensures easy storage and deployment, addressing the limitations of existing portable illumination devices.
Implementation Method 1
The frame member and the light module housing are provided with one or more magnetic elements to facilitate a magnetic attraction therebetween that creates a supplemental torque to magnetically bias the light module from the deployed position to the stowed position and also magnetically maintain the light module in the stowed position
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AI summary
A portable illumination apparatus such as, for example, a task light, that is lightweight and compact to provide enhanced illumination in an ambient environment when placed in one of a plurality of operating modes. The portable illumination apparatus includes a support base and a light module that includes one or more light sources and a rechargeable power source. The light module may be manually manipulated for movement between a collapsed, stowed position and a deployed position by rotation of about a first rotational axis. In the deployed position, the light module is rotatable about the second rotational axis that is perpendicular to the first rotational axis. The support base incorporates a carabiner clip member that facilitates secure attachment of the portable illumination apparatus to an object or surface in a manner that facilitates hands-free use of the portable illumination apparatus.