Modular Vehicle Cargo Lighting Layout to Reduce Shadows
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Solution Overview
Problem
Service vehicles often face inadequate lighting in cargo or back spaces due to shadows from the body obstructing ceiling lamps, and existing solutions are either costly or difficult to install efficiently.
Innovation Solution
A modular service vehicle illumination system with multiple LED light sources connected via electric current means, allowing flexible arrangement and easy installation, featuring a switch for remote control and energy-saving features.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If a ceiling lamp is used to illuminate the cargo or back space, then the overall illumination is improved, but shadows are created by the person's body and module units making it hard to see work areas
Solution Approach 1:
The illumination system is divided into multiple separate light sources distributed throughout the cargo space rather than a single ceiling lamp. Each light source independently illuminates specific areas, creating a segmented lighting approach that reduces shadowing effects while maintaining overall illumination.
2Ease of operation
If an extra light source is placed within the cargo or back space near a door for easy control, then the switchability is improved, but the light is shadowed once a person enters the cargo space
Solution Approach 1:
The switch is relocated from inside the cargo space to the driver's cab, representing a spatial transition from one dimension (cargo space interior) to another (driver's cab). This allows the switch to be positioned where it can be easily accessed without being in the path of light or shadowed by the person's body.
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional light systems with separated switches are implemented, then the flexibility of light placement is improved, but the installation becomes time-consuming and costly
Solution Approach 1:
The switch function is merged with the door assembly rather than being a separate component. The door assembly already exists as a structural element, and integrating the switch into it eliminates the need for separate switch mounting, reducing installation time and cost while maintaining placement flexibility.
4Object-affected harmful factors
If multiple light sources are distributed throughout the cargo space for improved illumination, then the shadow reduction is improved, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple light sources are integrated into existing module units that serve dual purposes: they provide structural/storage functions and simultaneously house the illumination components. This multi-functionality approach increases shadow reduction capability while minimizing the increase in system complexity by reusing existing structures.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances illumination in service vehicles by allowing customizable placement of light sources, improving visibility and working conditions while being easy to install and energy-efficient.
Implementation Method 1
A service vehicle illumination system with at least two light sources, being joinable via electric current supplying means
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AI summary
The invention discloses a service vehicle illumination system (1) of a cargo or a back space of a service vehicle (10), wherein a service vehicle illumination system (1) comprising at least two light sources (9), being joinable via electric current supplying means (15) and each light source (9) having further current supplying means for enabling connection to an illumination system circuit. Furthermore, it is disclosed a module system (2) for a cargo or a backspace in a service vehicle (10), comprising said service vehicle illumination system arranged on at least one module unit containing for example work equipment. Furthermore, use of said service vehicle illumination system (1) in module system of a cargo or a backspace of a service vehicle (10) is disclosed.