Magnetic Lamp Base for Flexible Non-Slip Positioning

Resolve Bottlenecks,
Find Innovative Solutions
Generate Solutions

Solution Overview

Problem

Existing lamps, such as ceiling and desk lamps, lack versatility in positioning and are limited to fixed suspension positions, restricting their use and flexibility.

Innovation Solution

A lamp design featuring a magnetically attached base with a neodymium magnet that allows secure, non-slip positioning on metallic surfaces, enabling versatile use as a floor, wall, or ceiling lamp, with a rechargeable battery for independent operation and adjustable lighting features.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If a fixed suspension adapter is used for ceiling lamps, then the lamp can be securely attached to the ceiling, but the positioning is limited to predetermined positions and cannot be used for floor or desk lamps

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesecure attachmentVSAvoidpositioning flexibility
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The lamp base is designed with a magnet that enables the same lamp to function as a ceiling lamp, wall lamp, or floor lamp by attaching to different metallic surfaces. The magnet allows the lamp to be positioned on ceilings, walls, or any metallic surface without requiring different mounting mechanisms for each application.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The magnetic attachment system allows the lamp to be dynamically repositioned and removed from different locations on metallic surfaces. Unlike fixed screw-mounted adapters, the magnetic base can be easily moved to different positions or completely removed, providing dynamic flexibility in positioning while maintaining secure attachment during use.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If a magnet is used for flexible positioning on metallic surfaces, then the lamp can be easily moved and repositioned, but the holding force must be sufficient to prevent slipping

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepositioning flexibilityVSAvoidnon-slip stability
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

A neodymium magnet is selected specifically for its strong magnetic field strength, which provides sufficient holding force to prevent slipping while allowing easy positioning. The magnetic force parameter is optimized to be strong enough for secure attachment but controllable enough for easy repositioning when needed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

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 flexible, stable, and secure positioning of lamps on various surfaces, allowing for diverse applications and adjustable lighting, independent of power sources.

Implementation Method 1

The lamp base has an advantageous central magnet adjacent to its bottom, the magnetic properties of which, in particular its holding force or magnetic attraction and its dimensions, are selected, designed and arranged in accordance with the lamp

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMagnetic attraction: Magnetism

Data Source

PatentEP4707663A1Multi-functional lamp
Publication Date: 2026.03.11 MAGLASSX
  • EP4707663A1 patent drawingFigure 1
  • EP4707663A1 patent drawingFigure 2
  • EP4707663A1 patent drawingFigure 3A~3B

AI summary

The invention relates to a multifunctional lamp (1) which is particularly versatile in its use and positioning. The lamp (1) comprises a lamp body (11), a lamp base (12), and a lamp head (13), wherein a lamp stand (11, 12) for the lamp head (13) is provided together with the lamp body (11) and the lamp base (12). The lamp head (13) is arranged opposite the lamp base (12) at the other end of the lamp body (11) and is supported by the lamp stand (11, 12). The lamp base (12) has a central magnet (123) adjacent to its base, and the magnet (123) is characterized in its magnetic properties, in particular its holding force.The magnetic attraction and dimensions of the lamp (1) are selected, designed, and arranged such that the lamp (1) is held securely, stably, and in a fixed position (P, P1, P2) by the magnet (123) at a predetermined position, where a suitable metal element or layer (M) is provided that interacts with the magnet (123). The invention further relates to a system (1, 2) comprising a projecting lamp (1) and at least one base (2) corresponding to the lamp (1) and the magnet (123).