Modular LED Cabinet Lighting Without Rigid Joints
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing lighting systems for kitchen cabinets lack flexibility in installation geometry and compatibility with varying cabinet sizes and orientations, often requiring mechanical joints that limit configuration options and adaptability.
Innovation Solution
A lighting system utilizing wiring to connect lighting elements without mechanical joints, allowing for daisy-chained configurations in series, parallel, or combinations, with interconnect devices and a power supply that can be adapted to fit various cabinet dimensions and orientations, using LED strips and a dimmer module for power management.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If mechanical joints are used to connect lighting elements, then structural stability is improved, but installation flexibility and adaptability to varying geometries are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The lighting system is divided into modular lighting elements that can be independently positioned and connected through wiring rather than mechanical joints. Each element can be separately installed and adjusted to achieve desired geometries without being constrained by rigid mechanical connections.
Solution Approach 2:
Mechanical joints are replaced with electrical wiring connections. The lighting elements are connected through flexible wires that allow for various orientations and positions, eliminating the geometric constraints imposed by rigid mechanical fastening systems.
2Manufacturing precision
If fixed-geometry lighting systems are used, then manufacturing precision is improved, but adaptability to varying cabinet sizes and orientations is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The lighting system transitions from fixed rigid geometries to dynamic configurable arrangements. Lighting elements can be positioned at various angles and distances from each other, with orientations adjusted to match different cabinet configurations while maintaining precise electrical connections through flexible wiring.
Solution Approach 2:
The lighting system is designed as a universal solution that can accommodate multiple cabinet sizes, shapes, and orientations. Standardized electrical connectors and modular elements allow the same system to be adapted to diverse installation geometries without requiring custom-matched components.
3Adaptability or versatility
If modular lighting elements are used, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases due to multiple connection points
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple electrical connection functions are merged into integrated wiring harnesses and connector assemblies. Rather than requiring separate connections for power, ground, and control signals, these are combined into unified connection points that simplify the interface between modular lighting elements.
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
Enables flexible, modular installation of lighting elements in multiple geometries and orientations, matching cabinet sizes and angles without mechanical connections, providing efficient power distribution and adjustable brightness.
Implementation Method 1
A plurality of a lighting elements (2) can be configured collectively to fit in an installation that closely matches the width, angles, height, etc. of any, of the different kitchen cabinets (3)
Data Source
AI summary
An electrical device, method of making the device, and method of using the device. The device can be incorporated into illumination configurations, as in lighting elements.