Lighting Effect Module Connection Assembly for Stable Signal Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing light modules in electronic devices suffer from large size due to the use of magnets for connection, leading to increased space requirements and unreliable signal transmission due to the reliance on male and female connectors that fail under mechanical stress.
Innovation Solution
A lighting effect module with a connection assembly that includes an electrical connection module and an engaging module, eliminating the need for magnets by using a female connector and engaging pieces to secure the connection between light modules, ensuring stable signal transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If magnets are used to connect light modules, then the connection reliability is improved, but the overall size of the light module increases and occupies more space
Solution Approach 1:
The connection assembly is divided into two independent modules: an electrical connection module for signal transmission and an engaging module for mechanical connection. This segmentation allows each module to be optimized independently, eliminating the need for magnets while maintaining connection reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The electrical connection module and engaging module are combined into a single integrated connection assembly that performs both electrical connection and mechanical engagement functions simultaneously, reducing the overall space required compared to using magnets.
2Ease of operation
If male and female connectors are used to connect light modules, then the electrical connection is achieved, but the connection reliability deteriorates due to mechanical stress from shaking
Solution Approach 1:
The electrical connection module and engaging module are merged into a single integrated assembly where mechanical engagement and electrical connection occur simultaneously. The engaging module provides mechanical support that protects the electrical connectors from stress during shaking, maintaining both ease of connection and reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The engaging module acts as an intermediary that provides mechanical support and protection to the electrical connection module, shielding it from external mechanical stress caused by shaking between modules.
3Stability of the object's composition
If magnets are disposed in each light module, then the connection between modules is improved, but the space occupation increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connection function is segmented into separate electrical and mechanical modules, allowing the engaging module to provide stable connection without requiring space-consuming magnets within each light module.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection assembly is designed as a separate external component that copies and provides the magnetic connection function without requiring actual magnets to be embedded in each light module, reducing space occupation while maintaining connection stability.
Data Source
AI summary
A lighting effect module includes a light module and a connection assembly. The light module includes a housing, a light cover, a female connector, a light-emitting body, and a circuit board. The light cover and the female connector are each disposed on the housing. The light-emitting body and the circuit board are each disposed in the housing. The light-emitting body and the female connector are electrically connected to the circuit board. The connection assembly includes an electrical connection module and an engaging module. The electrical connection module is configured to be plugged in and cooperate with female connectors of two light modules. The engaging module is configured to engage with housings of the two light modules to enable the two light modules to be electrically connected and engaged through the connection assembly.