Modular Cabin Light Assembly for Versatile Machine Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional cabin lights for machines lack modularity and aesthetics, and existing designs often require multiple part numbers to accommodate different operator cabin mounting arrangements, increasing manufacturing complexity and costs.
Innovation Solution
A cabin light assembly featuring a panel with longitudinal and lateral portions, a cover, and an adapter that allows for removability and adaptability to various operator cabins, providing a modular and aesthetically appealing solution by reducing the need for multiple designs and sizes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple light assembly designs and sizes are manufactured to accommodate different operator cabin mounting arrangements, then adaptability to different cabins is improved, but device complexity and part numbers increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal light assembly design with standardized mounting brackets that can be configured for different mounting positions (ceiling, wall, door) and accommodates various operator cabin types. The mounting bracket includes adjustable arms and positioning features that allow a single light assembly design to serve multiple mounting arrangements, eliminating the need for multiple specialized designs.
2Ease of manufacture
If conventional lighting assemblies are designed for specific mounting arrangements, then ease of manufacture is improved, but adaptability to different operator cabins deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The light assembly is divided into modular components: a fixed light housing containing the lighting element, and a separate adjustable mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is segmented into adjustable arms and positioning features that can be configured for different mounting locations. This segmentation allows the light housing to be manufactured once, while the mounting bracket adapts to various installations.
3Device complexity
If a single modular light assembly design is used for all operator cabins, then device complexity is reduced, but adaptability to different cabin configurations deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket incorporates dynamic adjustment capabilities with movable arms and repositionable mounting features that allow the fixed light assembly to be adapted to different cabin configurations during installation. The mounting system can be adjusted and reconfigured without requiring different light assembly designs, maintaining simplicity while providing versatility.
Data Source
AI summary
A cabin light includes a panel coupled with a light source. The panel includes a pair of longitudinal portions extending along a longitudinal axis of the cabin light, a first lateral portion extending between the longitudinal portions along a lateral axis of the cabin light, and a second lateral portion extending between the longitudinal portions along the lateral axis. Each longitudinal portion includes a first surface and a second surface disposed at an offset from the first surface. The first lateral portion defines a first length and includes a first raised surface. The second lateral portion defines a second length, and includes a second raised surface. The cabin light also includes cover in alignment with the light source. The cabin light further includes a switch disposed between the cover and the second lateral portion.