Light Source Module With Dual-Side Optical Patterns For 3D Line Beams
Solution Overview
Problem
Existing light source modules using LED technology are limited in generating line-shaped beams with three-dimensional effects and are costly and difficult to install, lacking flexibility and convenience in producing and applying to curved or complex lighting applications.
Innovation Solution
A light source module utilizing optical patterns on both sides of a light guide layer with inclined surfaces, comprising a printed circuit board, light source, first and second optical layers, and a reflective layer, which interpose a resin layer to create a line-shaped beam with three-dimensional effects, allowing for flexible sheet form production and easy installation on curved surfaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a separate mechanical element is disposed to express optical images, then optical image generation capability is improved, but cost and installation difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions into the light guide layer itself. The light guide layer integrates light transmission, optical pattern formation, and image generation capabilities, eliminating the need for separate mechanical elements. Optical patterns are directly formed on the light guide layer, merging the functions of light guidance and optical image creation into a single component.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces complex mechanical elements with optical patterns formed on the light guide layer. Instead of using mechanical components to generate optical images, the invention uses precisely patterned optical structures on the light guide layer that manipulate light to create desired images, substituting mechanical complexity with optical design.
2Ease of manufacture
If traditional light source modules are used, then simple illumination is achieved, but flexibility in production and installation is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a thin-film light guide layer that can be flexibly manufactured and installed. The light guide layer is produced as a thin film structure that can be easily fabricated using conventional printing or coating techniques, and can be applied to various surfaces including curved ones, providing both production flexibility and application versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from traditional point-source or planar illumination to a three-dimensional optical effect by forming optical patterns on the light guide layer. This creates line-shaped beams with three-dimensional effects, adding dimensional complexity to the optical output while maintaining simplicity in the physical structure.
3Adaptability or versatility
If optical patterns are formed on light guide layer, then line shaped beam with three-dimensional effect is achieved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent forms optical patterns on the light guide layer by changing physical or chemical parameters of the material during manufacturing. This can be achieved through variations in material composition, thickness, or refractive index during the coating or printing process, allowing complex optical effects to be created through simple parameter adjustments rather than complex manufacturing steps.
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
The module achieves a line-shaped beam with various design effects, including three-dimensional and overlapping effects, while being cost-effective and easy to produce and install, enhancing the flexibility and design freedom of lighting applications.
Implementation Method 1
a light guide layer (14), and a second optical layer (15) disposed on the light guide layer (14)
Implementation Method 2
optical patterns on both sides of a light guide layer with inclined surfaces
Implementation Method 3
optical patterns with each inclined surface composed of a mirror-surface and optical patterns of both sides of the light guide layer
Data Source
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AI summary
Provided are a light source module capable of providing a line shaped beam with various effects using optical patterns of both sides of a light guide layer optical pattern, and a lighting device having the light source module. The light source module, including: a first optical layer having a first surface, a second opposite to the first surface, and a first optical pattern on the first surface or the second surface; a second optical layer having a third surface facing the second, a fourth surface opposite to the third surface, and a second optical pattern on the third surface or the fourth surface; a light guide layer on the first optical layer; and a light source part supplying an incident beam into the light guide layer.