Modular Lamp Connector With Locking Structure
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing lamp systems require multiple units for special scenarios like tents and farms, with fixed or adjustable connections that are complex, costly, and difficult to disassemble and transport due to large volume.
Innovation Solution
A lamp system with a connector between adjacent lamp bodies featuring a locking connection structure that allows adjustable spacing, enabling easy assembly and disassembly, and a compact design for convenient transport.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If movable connection with transmission mechanism is used, then spacing between lamp bodies can be adjusted, but device complexity increases and cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system is divided into independent modular components: connector bodies, locking members, and positioning structures. Each module performs a specific function (connection, locking, positioning) and can be independently manufactured and assembled, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining adjustability.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection structure transitions from fixed to dynamically adjustable through simple movable connectors that allow spacing modification without complex transmission mechanisms. The dynamic adjustment is achieved through straightforward mechanical movement rather than intricate gear or screw systems.
2Adaptability or versatility
If movable connection with transmission mechanism is used, then spacing between lamp bodies can be adjusted, but overall volume increases making assembly and transport difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The lamp system is segmented into separate lamp bodies and connectors that can be independently packed. This modular segmentation reduces the volume of each individual component and allows efficient stacking and transport, eliminating the need for large integrated housing required by complex transmission mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The complex transmission mechanism is extracted and replaced with simpler connection and locking structures. This extraction removes unnecessary voluminous components while retaining the essential spacing adjustment functionality through more compact means.
3Device complexity
If secured connection is used, then structure is simple, but spacing between lamp bodies is fixed and cannot be adjusted
Solution Approach 1:
The connection structure incorporates dynamic elements that allow transition from fixed to adjustable spacing. Simple movable connectors with locking mechanisms enable spacing modification while maintaining structural simplicity, avoiding the need for complex transmission systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector design integrates multiple functions into a single component: connection, spacing adjustment, and locking. This multi-functionality achieves adaptability without increasing complexity, as one universal connector handles all three tasks rather than requiring separate mechanisms for each function.
Data Source
AI summary
Provided is a lamp. The lamp includes a plurality of lamp bodies. A connector is disposed between two adjacent lamp bodies. One end of the connector is connected to the lamp body corresponding to the one end by at least one locking connection structure. The lamp body is configured to be moved towards or away from the connector connected to the lamp body. The locking connection structure is configured to lock the one end of the connector to the lamp body corresponding to the one end or unlock the one end of the connector from the lamp body corresponding to the one end.