Magnetic Light Source Holder for Quick Assembly and Charging

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing portable electric lighting systems face challenges with cumbersome recharging processes, difficult assembly and disassembly, and unsightly connection mechanisms, limiting their usability and aesthetic appeal.

Innovation Solution

An electric lighting system featuring a light source holder and charger with magnetic attachment and rotation mechanisms, allowing easy insertion and removal of light sources, and a platform charger for efficient charging, along with a group charging station for multiple light sources.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If traditional connection mechanisms are used for assembling and disassembling light sources, then structural stability is maintained, but ease of operation deteriorates due to difficult assembly and disassembly

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of assembly and disassemblyVSAvoidconnection mechanism complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The lighting system is divided into separate modular components (light source, holder, charger) that can be independently assembled and disassembled. The magnetic connection mechanism allows each component to be easily separated and reconnected without complex fastening procedures, resolving the contradiction between ease of operation and device complexity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Traditional mechanical connection mechanisms (screws, clips, latches) are replaced with magnetic attachment systems. The magnets provide automatic alignment and secure connection through magnetic attraction, eliminating the need for manual fastening operations while maintaining structural stability during use.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Shape

If visible connection mechanisms are used for securing light sources, then structural stability is maintained, but aesthetic appearance deteriorates due to unsightly connections

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveaesthetic appearanceVSAvoidconnection mechanism visibility

Core Design Contradiction:

ShapeVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The magnetic connection mechanism is integrated within the housing structures of the light source and holder, with magnets positioned internally or concealed behind surfaces. This extracts the visible aspect of the connection mechanism from the external appearance while maintaining its functional role in securing components together.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The magnetic connectors are nested within the structural components of the light source and holder assemblies. The magnets are positioned inside cavities or behind surface layers, allowing the external surfaces to maintain smooth, aesthetically pleasing contours while the hidden magnetic mechanisms provide secure attachment.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

3Productivity

If manual recharging procedures are used for portable lighting systems, then battery capacity is maintained, but productivity deteriorates due to cumbersome and time-consuming recharging

Engineering Contradiction:

Improverecharging efficiencyVSAvoidrecharging convenience

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The charger is designed to simultaneously perform multiple functions: electrical charging through contact points, mechanical securing through magnetic attachment, and positional alignment through magnetic guidance. This merging of functions into a single integrated operation eliminates separate steps and significantly improves recharging productivity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The magnetic connection mechanism provides automatic alignment and positioning of the light source within the holder during the charging process. The system self-aligns components without requiring manual positioning or adjustment, allowing users to simply place the light source onto the charger for immediate engagement and charging.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

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

Facilitates quick and intuitive assembly and disassembly of light sources, enhances charging efficiency, and provides a visually appealing interface, improving user experience and convenience.

Implementation Method 1

magnetic attachment and rotation mechanisms

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectMagnetic attachment: Magnetism

Implementation Method 2

charger configured for electrical communication with a power source

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectBattery charging: Battery (electricity)

Data Source

PatentEP3759388B1Electric lighting system and components, and charging and connection mechanisms thereof

Publication Date: 2025.10.29 POLYGROUP MACAU BVI

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AI summary

The disclosed systems and methods relate to electric lighting systems and charging and connection mechanisms thereof. In one example, an electric lighting system comprises a charger configured for electrical communication with a power source. The electric lighting system further comprises an electric light source removably couplable to, and configured for electrical communication with, the charger, the electric light source comprising a lighting element. The electric lighting system further comprises a light source holder removably couplable to the electric light source, wherein, when the electric light source is removably coupled to the light source holder, the electric light source and the light source holder share a central axis.