Automated Luminaire Framing System for Dynamic Lighting Effects
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing automated luminaires are limited in their ability to introduce multiple prisms simultaneously into the optical effect chain, restricting the creation of dynamic lighting effects, as they can only accommodate a single prism at a time and lack coordinated control over prism insertion, position, and rotation.
Innovation Solution
A framing system for automated luminaires that includes two prism systems, each with multiple prisms that can be independently positioned and rotated within the light beam, allowing for the simultaneous insertion and coordinated control of multiple prisms to produce complex and dynamic lighting effects.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single prism is used in the optical system, then the device complexity is low, but the lighting effects are limited and static
Solution Approach 1:
The optical system is segmented into multiple independent prism units (first prism system and second prism system) that can be independently controlled. Each prism system includes multiple prisms that can be selectively positioned and rotated, allowing complex lighting effects to be created through combination of simpler individual prism effects without requiring a single overly complex prism.
Solution Approach 2:
The prism systems are made dynamic through independent rotational control of each prism and the ability to insert or remove prisms from the optical path. The control system enables real-time adjustment of prism positions and orientations, transforming static lighting into dynamic, changeable effects that can adapt to different performance requirements.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple prisms are introduced simultaneously, then dynamic lighting effects are enhanced, but the device complexity and control difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The control system receives feedback from sensors that detect the positions and orientations of the prisms, enabling closed-loop control. This feedback mechanism allows the system to automatically adjust prism positions and rotations to achieve desired lighting effects, simplifying operation despite the complexity of controlling multiple prisms simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The control system is designed as a universal multi-functional unit that can control multiple prism systems with different configurations. A single control system handles positioning, rotation, and selection of prisms across different systems, reducing the operational burden on the user while maintaining the ability to produce diverse lighting effects.
3Adaptability or versatility
If prisms are made rotatable and selectable, then lighting effect versatility improves, but the mechanical complexity of the prism system increases
Solution Approach 1:
The prism positioning mechanism is segmented into separate rotational joints and selection mechanisms for each prism system. The first prism system has its own rotational joint and the second prism system has its own rotational joint, allowing independent control without requiring a single complex mechanism to manage all prisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The prism selection and positioning mechanism utilizes multiple dimensional degrees of freedom - rotational movement around the optical axis and radial insertion/removal from the optical path. This multi-dimensional control approach allows prisms to be selectively positioned and oriented without requiring complex lateral adjustment mechanisms.
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
Enables the creation of new dynamic lighting effects by allowing multiple prisms to be inserted and rotated within the light beam, enabling the concatenation of their effects and providing improved control over lighting patterns and shapes, enhancing the capabilities of automated luminaires in producing complex and rotating image arrays.
Implementation Method 1
A first prism system includes a plurality of prisms and a first rotational joint. A second prism system includes a plurality of prisms and a second rotational joint. The prisms refract and rotate the light beam to produce modified images and control lighting patterns
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AI summary
A framing system, automated luminaire, and method are provided. The framing system includes a first prism system and a second prism system. The first prism system includes a first barrel prism and positions the first barrel prism in a light beam or to remove the first barrel prism from the light beam. The first prism system may rotate the first barrel prism. The second prism system includes a second barrel prism and is configured to position the second barrel prism in the light beam that passes through the first prism system or to remove the second barrel prism from the light beam. The second prism system may rotate the second barrel prism.