Self-Propelled Light Strand Placing Machine for Window Frames
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Solution Overview
Problem
Hanging decorative lights securely and uniformly, especially for hard-to-reach areas and for individuals with limited mobility, is challenging due to inadequate adherence methods and accessibility issues.
Innovation Solution
A mini light machine system comprising a placing machine and a light box container, which uses easy peel tape for uniform adherence and is self-propelled with electrically powered alignment wheels and a window wiper for improved accessibility, allowing for easy installation and removal of light strands.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If manual methods are used to hang lights, then flexibility and ease of removal are maintained, but uniformity and security of adherence deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The placing machine is self-propelled along the window frame using drive wheels that engage with the frame structure. The machine automatically dispenses tape and positions lights without requiring manual handling, achieving uniform placement while maintaining ease of operation through automated self-service functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The invention replaces manual mechanical placement with an automated placing machine that uses motorized drive wheels for propulsion, automated tape dispensing mechanisms, and controlled light strand release. This substitution achieves precise uniform placement while the tape's easy-peel property maintains ease of removal
2Productivity
If automated placing machines are used, then uniformity and productivity improve, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The placing machine integrates multiple functions into a single unified device: drive wheels for propulsion, a tape dispensing assembly for adherence, a light strand dispensing mechanism for placement, and a window wiper assembly for surface preparation. This merging of functions achieves high productivity while managing complexity through functional integration
Solution Approach 2:
The placing machine is designed as a multi-functional device that can wipe windows, dispense tape, place lights, and propel itself along the window frame. This universality allows a single device to perform multiple operations that would otherwise require separate tools, improving productivity without proportionally increasing complexity
3Strength
If strong adhesive is used to secure lights, then adherence strength improves, but ease of removal deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The invention uses tape with time-dependent or condition-dependent adhesive properties that provide strong initial adherence to secure lights firmly, but allow easy removal after a certain period or under specific conditions (such as applying heat or using a peeling tool). This parameter change resolves the contradiction between strong adherence and ease of removal
4Ease of operation
If traditional adherence methods are used, then ease of operation is maintained, but uniformity and security of placement deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The placing machine automatically applies tape at consistent intervals and positions along the window frame, ensuring uniform and secure light placement without requiring manual intervention. The automated process maintains simplicity of operation while significantly improving the reliability and security of light adherence through consistent, precise application
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system enables secure, uniform, and easy placement of light strands along window frames, including hard-to-reach areas, with automated operation and easy removal, enhancing accessibility for all users.
Implementation Method 1
The at least three wide alignment wheels comprise adhering suction cups for sticking to a vertical window surface
Data Source
AI summary
A mini light machine system for evenly distributing a light strand along a window frame and adhering the light strand to a window with easy peel tape. The mini light machine system has a mini light machine assembly. The mini light machine assembly has a placing machine for placing and adhering a light strand and a light box container for condensed loading and storage of a light strand. In the preferred embodiment the mini light machine assembly is self-propelled and automatically places a light strand in repeatable distances between the individual lights. The mini light machine assembly adheres to a vertical window surface allowing lights to be placed in hard to reach places. Intelligent control is used to cease operation when the mini light machine assembly reaches the end of a window frame. The mini light machine assembly contains a battery thus eliminating the need for power chords.