Universal Light Fixture Mount Adapter for Existing Crossbeams
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing mounting systems for LED-based luminaires on lighting towers require substantial modifications or complete replacement of crossbeams, which is time-consuming and costly due to non-optimized mounting points, fixtures, and spacing.
Innovation Solution
A mount adapter assembly with an upper mounting portion and a lower clamping portion that securely attaches to existing crossbeams without modifications, featuring adjustable designs to accommodate various crossbeam widths and heights, allowing for easy installation of LED-based luminaires.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If LED-based luminaires are installed by modifying or replacing crossbeams, then the mounting points and spacing are optimized for the luminaires, but the installation becomes time-consuming and costly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a mounting adapter as an intermediary component that connects LED luminaires to existing crossbeams. The adapter includes a clamping portion that attaches to the crossbeam and a mounting portion that secures the luminaire, thereby mediating between the existing infrastructure and the new lighting system without requiring modification of the crossbeams themselves
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system is divided into separate functional components: the clamping portion that interfaces with the crossbeam and the mounting portion that interfaces with the luminaire. This segmentation allows the adapter to be installed on existing crossbeams while providing optimized mounting points for LED luminaires, avoiding the need to modify the entire crossbeam structure
2Adaptability or versatility
If LED-based luminaires are installed by modifying or replacing crossbeams, then the mounting points and spacing are optimized for the luminaires, but the installation becomes costly
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting adapter serves as a cost-effective intermediary solution that preserves existing crossbeam infrastructure while enabling optimized luminaire mounting. By using the adapter rather than modifying or replacing crossbeams, venues avoid substantial material and labor costs associated with structural modifications
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter is designed with universal applicability to accommodate various crossbeam dimensions through adjustable clamping mechanisms. The mounting portion provides standardized spacing and orientation optimized for LED luminaires, making the same adapter design suitable for multiple installation scenarios without custom fabrication
Data Source
AI summary
An assembly for mounting light fixtures to a light tower includes an upper portion and a lower clamping portion. One of these components may be an L-shaped stationary portion, and the other may be a sliding portion. One or more of the portions have mounting holes adapted to receive fasteners that couple the light fixture to the assembly. The portions may be clamped together in use to provide a clamping force around the light tower to secure the light to the tower.