Motorized Light Board for Dynamic Lighting Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Recessed in-grade light fixtures lack the ability to dynamically adjust light output characteristics such as orientation, intensity, and color in response to varying situations or conditions.
Innovation Solution
A lighting device with a motorized light board and a controller that receives signals from communication devices to control the orientation, intensity, and color of light modules, allowing for wireless or wired control of light output.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional recessed in-grade light fixture is used, then the structure is simple and reliable, but the light output characteristics cannot be dynamically adjusted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the Dynamics principle by making the light board movable instead of fixed. The light board can be rotated and tilted by a motor assembly to dynamically change the orientation and direction of light output. This allows the lighting device to adapt to different situations and conditions, resolving the contradiction between adaptability and structural simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements multi-functionality by integrating multiple control capabilities into a single device. The controller can adjust not only the orientation of the light board but also the intensity and color of the light output. This universal control system allows one device to perform multiple functions, enhancing adaptability without proportionally increasing complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a motorized light board with controller is added, then the light output characteristics can be dynamically adjusted, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the Merging principle by combining the motor assembly, light board, and controller into an integrated unit. The motor is operatively connected to the light board, and the controller is in electrical communication with both the motor and light board, creating a unified system. This integration reduces the number of separate components and simplifies the overall structure while maintaining control flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The controller automatically receives signals from communication devices and autonomously adjusts the motor position and light module parameters based on these signals. This self-service capability reduces the need for manual intervention and complex external control systems, thereby reducing overall device complexity while maintaining high adaptability.
3Ease of operation
If wireless control is implemented, then the ease of operation is improved, but the use of energy increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical control with wireless electronic control. The controller receives wireless signals from communication devices and automatically adjusts the light output characteristics without requiring physical interaction. This substitution improves ease of operation while the energy consumption is managed through efficient control circuitry and intermittent signal processing.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables dynamic adjustment of light output characteristics, enhancing flexibility and functionality in lighting applications by allowing remote control of light orientation, intensity, and color.
Implementation Method 1
a motor operatively connected to the light board to move the light board
Implementation Method 2
a light board moveably positioned in the housing adjacent the opening and having a plurality of light modules operable to provide a light output through the opening
Data Source
AI summary
A lighting device includes a housing that defines an opening, and light board moveably positioned in the housing adjacent the opening. The light board has a plurality of light modules operable to provide a light output through the opening. The lighting device further includes a motor operatively connected to the light board to move the light board. The lighting device further includes a controller in electrical communication with the motor and the light board. The controller is operable to receive signals from a communication device. The controller is further operable to control the motor to orient the light board. The controller is further operable to control an intensity and a color of the light output of the light modules.