Modular Ceiling Light With Detachable Driver And Light Box
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing light devices lack innovative designs that enhance portability, functionality, and cost-effectiveness, particularly in ceiling-mounted installations, where they often require complex and costly installations and lack flexibility in usage.
Innovation Solution
The assembly light apparatus features a detachable LED module housed in a light box with a driver box, utilizing a fixing structure for ceiling installation, allowing for interchangeable light modules and non-luminance devices, with integrated electrical and structural connections for easy installation and heat management.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If traditional ceiling-mounted light devices are used, then installation is achieved, but installation complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The light device is divided into separate modular components: a driver box containing the power supply and control circuitry, and a light box containing the LED module. These modules can be independently manufactured and assembled, simplifying both manufacturing and installation processes while reducing overall system complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The driver box is designed as a universal interface that can accommodate different LED light boxes through standardized connectors. This multi-functional design allows a single driver box to support various lighting configurations and applications, reducing installation complexity while maintaining ease of manufacture
2Adaptability or versatility
If fixed light devices are used, then lighting function is provided, but portability and flexibility are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The light device incorporates detachable connectors between the driver box and light box, enabling dynamic reconfiguration. Users can easily connect and disconnect modules to adapt to different installation scenarios, enhancing both portability and usage flexibility while maintaining a stable installed configuration
3Adaptability or versatility
If integrated light devices are used, then functionality is complete, but manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the light device into separate driver box and light box modules, each component can be manufactured independently using optimized processes and materials. This reduces manufacturing complexity and cost compared to producing a fully integrated unit, while maintaining complete functionality through modular assembly
Solution Approach 2:
The standardized driver box design serves as a universal platform that can drive multiple types of LED light boxes. This multi-functionality reduces the need for multiple specialized components, lowering overall manufacturing costs while preserving full functionality across different applications
4Adaptability or versatility
If modular light devices are used, then adaptability is improved, but connection reliability may decrease
Solution Approach 1:
The connector design merges structural support and electrical connection functions into a single integrated component. This combination ensures that mechanical attachment and electrical contact are achieved simultaneously, maintaining high connection reliability while preserving modular adaptability for different configurations
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
This solution provides a cost-effective, versatile, and easily installable light system that can be adapted for various uses, including holiday lighting and IoT devices, with improved heat dissipation and modular design for different lighting effects.
Implementation Method 1
The LED module emits a light that is directly or indirectly escaped outside the assembly light apparatus
Implementation Method 2
The driver box contains a driver circuit for converting an external power source to a driving current, e.g. 110-220V alternating current to a direct low-voltage current
Data Source
AI summary
An assembly light apparatus has a LED module, a light box, a driver box. The driver box is installed in a cavity of a ceiling via a fixing structure. The light box contains the LED module. The light box has a output opening and a back cover. The back cover has a first electrical terminal and a second electrical terminal connected to a first electrode and a second electrode of the driver box respectively. The light box and the driver box are detachably connected with a light box connector and a driver box connector.