Lighting Module Rear Control Gear for Compact Continuous Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional lighting modules for light line systems are excessively long due to the arrangement of lighting means and operating devices in series, leading to dark spots and accessibility issues, particularly with the need for drivers and energy storage devices.
Innovation Solution
A lighting module design where the operating device is attached to the rear of the light source, allowing tool-free movement between installed and release positions, reducing the module's length and maintaining accessibility, with a joint providing electrical conductivity for grounding and a fastening device for secure engagement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the lighting means and operating device are arranged in series to ensure good accessibility, then accessibility is improved, but the module length increases causing dark spots
Solution Approach 1:
The operating device is moved from a longitudinal arrangement (series) to a transverse arrangement (parallel) on the rear side of the light source. This dimensional change allows the operating device to be accessible from the rear while keeping the module's length minimal, thus eliminating dark spots in continuous-row systems.
2Length of stationary object
If the operating device is moved to the rear of the light source, then module length is reduced, but accessibility to the rear may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The operating device is designed as a separate, detachable unit that can be accessed independently from the rear of the module. This allows the main light source to remain compact while the operating device provides full functionality when accessed from the rear, effectively copying the accessibility function to a different location.
3Ease of operation
If the operating device is made movable between installed and release positions, then accessibility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The operating device is designed with dynamic positioning capability, allowing it to move between an installed position (flush with the rear surface) and a release position (protruding for access). This dynamic design enables the device to provide full functionality when needed while maintaining a compact profile during normal operation, reducing the need for additional protective structures.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a lighting module (1) for a continuous lighting system, comprising a light source for emitting light towards a front of the light source, and a control gear (4) for operating the light source, which is arranged on a rear (R) of the light source, wherein the control gear (4) is movable without tools between an installation position in which the control gear (4) blocks access to the rear (R) from outside the lighting module (1), and a release position in which the control gear (4) allows access to the rear (R) from outside the lighting module (1). The present invention further relates to a continuous lighting system comprising a lighting module (1) according to the present invention.