Luminaire Mounting System With Spring-Loaded Contacts
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing luminaire mounting systems face challenges in efficiently and securely connecting light rails to hubs while allowing for rotational flexibility and easy power distribution, particularly in low voltage systems where insulation and power coupling are critical.
Innovation Solution
A luminaire mounting system featuring a hub with spring-loaded electrical contacts and a light rail with an extended portion and o-ring for secure coupling, enabling power transfer through spring-loaded contacts and allowing for rotational movement of the light rail, with optional double hubs for parallel or series connections and shared power sources.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a fixed rigid connection is used between light rail and hub, then structural stability is improved, but rotational flexibility and ease of installation are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The connection between light rail and hub transitions from a fixed rigid structure to a dynamic adjustable one. The light rail can rotate within the hub opening to achieve proper alignment, and the spring-loaded electrical contacts maintain continuous electrical connection during movement, providing both stability and flexibility.
2Device complexity
If traditional wiring methods are used for power distribution, then installation complexity is reduced, but adaptability for different lighting configurations is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The hub is designed with universal adaptability to support multiple lighting configurations. It can accommodate series connections, parallel connections, and daisy-chaining of multiple light rails through standardized openings and electrical contacts, allowing the same hub structure to serve different functional requirements without modification.
Solution Approach 2:
The electrical connection system is segmented into modular components: individual spring-loaded contacts for each light rail connection, separate openings for different connection types, and modular light rail units. This segmentation enables flexible configuration while maintaining simple installation through standardized interfaces.
3Reliability
If spring-loaded electrical contacts are used, then reliable power distribution is improved, but device complexity is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The spring-loaded electrical contacts are self-adjusting and self-maintaining. The spring mechanism automatically compensates for wear, misalignment, or dimensional variations, maintaining reliable electrical contact without requiring precise manual adjustment or complex control systems. The o-ring seal similarly provides automatic protection against environmental factors.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system ensures reliable power distribution, easy installation, and flexibility in light rail positioning, while providing sufficient insulation and allowing for various lighting configurations, including parallel or series connections, enhancing the overall efficiency and usability of luminaire installations.
Implementation Method 1
spring-loaded electrical contacts slidably disposed in said opening
Implementation Method 2
couple the power from the to the spring-loaded contact
Implementation Method 3
The extended portion may include an o-ring for fixing the light rail
Data Source
AI summary
A device including a hub portion, said hub portion including an opening with spring-loaded electrical contacts slidably disposed in said opening, a light rail an extended portion and a power contact disposed on the extended portion, wherein the light rail is operable to slide into the opening and couple the power contact to the spring-loaded contact. The extended portion may include an o-ring for fixing the light rail and the hub may have a cable for mounting and coupling power to the spring-loaded electrical contact. Some embodiments may have a second opening in said hub portion, and a second end for the light rail. Power may be coupled through the light rail to hubs on each end.