Lighting Mount Apparatus with Rotational Indicators
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing lighting device mounting systems lack the ability to adjustably position lighting devices with precise rotational control, making it difficult to achieve desired orientations and preventing precise illumination in various applications.
Innovation Solution
A mounting apparatus that includes a first indicator and a second indicator, allowing the lighting device to be selectively rotated with respect to a mounting bracket, enabling precise measurement and positioning of the lighting device's orientation using graduated scales and rotational axes, thereby allowing precise aiming of light emission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a lighting device is rigidly fixed to a mounting bracket, then the device is stable and resistant to vibrations, but the device cannot be adjusted to different orientations or positions
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting apparatus employs a dynamic positioning mechanism that allows the lighting device to be rotated and adjusted to various orientations using a rotary actuator and indicator system, while maintaining stability when positioned. The device transitions from a fixed rigid connection to an adjustable dynamic connection, enabling both movement during adjustment and stability during operation.
2Measurement precision
If a lighting device is mounted without precise positioning indicators, then the mounting structure is simple, but the device cannot be positioned at specific orientations or angles
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting apparatus introduces indicator elements as intermediary components between the lighting device and mounting bracket. These indicators serve as mediators that provide visual feedback for precise angular positioning without requiring complex measurement instruments, enabling accurate orientation adjustment through simple visual alignment.
3Ease of operation
If a lighting device is mounted without rotational adjustment capability, then the mounting apparatus is simple and robust, but the device cannot be aimed or oriented to achieve desired illumination patterns
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting apparatus employs a self-service positioning mechanism where the operator can directly rotate the lighting device to the desired orientation using the rotary actuator, and the indicator system automatically provides visual confirmation of the position. The system serves itself by providing inherent visual feedback without requiring external measurement tools or complex control systems.
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AI summary
A mounting apparatus for adjustably positioning a lighting device. The mounting apparatus includes a mounting bracket having an ear and a first indicator associated with the ear. The mounting apparatus also includes a second indicator adapted to be coupled to the lighting device for conjoint rotational movement about a rotational axis with respect to the mounting bracket. The second indicator and the lighting device may be selectively rotated about the rotational axis such that the second indicator is located in a desired position with respect to the first indicator whereby the lighting device is located in a desired measured orientation with respect to the mounting bracket.