Microphone Transparent Shell Lighting Integration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing microphones lack a design that effectively integrates lighting to create a cool and attractive atmosphere while maintaining sound pickup functionality.
Innovation Solution
The microphone design incorporates a transparent outer shell and a semi-transparent inner shell, allowing light from a light-emitting unit to pass through and create a large-area lighting effect. This design enhances the user experience by providing a cool and attractive lighting atmosphere without interfering with the microphone's sound pickup functionality.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If a transparent outer shell is used to allow light transmission, then the lighting effect and visual appeal are improved, but the structural strength and protection of internal components are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a composite shell structure consisting of an inner shell (13) and an outer shell (11) made of different materials with complementary properties. The inner shell provides structural strength and protection, while the outer shell is transparent to enable light transmission and visual appeal. This composite approach resolves the contradiction by combining materials that individually address either strength or transparency needs.
2Illumination intensity
If LEDs are placed at the microphone head to create atmosphere, then the visual appeal and atmosphere creation are improved, but the sound pickup quality is worsened due to interference with the microphone diaphragm
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the lighting function into separate segments: indicator lamps (31) are positioned at the microphone head for status indication, while a dedicated light-emitting unit (40) is placed in the accommodating chamber to provide atmosphere creation. This segmentation prevents LED interference with the diaphragm while maintaining both indication and atmosphere functions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces the inner shell (13) as an intermediary structure that shields the microphone diaphragm from direct LED exposure. The inner shell acts as a barrier that allows the lighting system to function for atmosphere creation while preventing harmful interference with the sound pickup mechanism.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple components are integrated into the microphone, then the functionality and versatility are improved, but the device complexity and manufacturing difficulty are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements multi-functionality by integrating the light-emitting unit (40) into the existing microphone structure, allowing the same device to serve both audio recording and atmosphere creation functions. The circuit board (30) is designed to control both the microphone elements and the lighting system, enabling universal functionality without requiring separate dedicated devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs a nested structure where the inner shell (13) is placed inside the outer shell (11), and the light-emitting unit (40) is positioned within the accommodating chamber formed by these shells. This nesting approach organizes multiple components in a compact hierarchical arrangement, reducing overall complexity while maintaining diverse functionality.
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
The integrated lighting system enhances the user experience by creating a cool and attractive lighting atmosphere, improving the overall appearance of the microphone and providing a unique feature that sets it apart from traditional microphones.
Implementation Method 1
the outer shell has light transmittance
Implementation Method 2
the light-emitting unit is configured to allow emitted light to pass through the outer shell
Data Source
AI summary
A microphone a shell assembly, a sound pickup assembly, a control assembly and a light-emitting assembly. The shell assembly includes an outer shell with a first accommodating chamber, wherein the outer shell has light transmittance. The sound pickup assembly includes a microphone head for sound pickup, wherein the microphone head is arranged on the shell assembly. The control assembly includes a first circuit board, wherein the first circuit board is arranged in the first accommodating chamber, and is electrically connected to the microphone head. The light-emitting assembly includes a light-emitting unit, wherein the light-emitting unit is arranged in the first accommodating chamber and is electrically connected to the first circuit board. The light-emitting unit is configured to allow emitted light to pass through the outer shell.