Multi-Element Lighting Fixture for Independent Scene Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional lighting systems require complex and expensive alterations to enable multiple lighting scenes within a single physical space, and they typically lack independently operable lighting elements.
Innovation Solution
A controllable multiple lighting element fixture with independently operable first and second lighting elements, controlled by control circuitry, allowing for customizable parameters such as direction, color, temperature, and dim level, and responsive to remote or wall-mounted signals.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional dimming systems and wiring are used to enable multiple lighting scenes, then lighting scene control is achieved, but device complexity and installation cost increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple lighting elements (first lighting elements within the housing and second lighting elements along the perimeter) into a single integrated fixture with unified control circuitry. This merging approach enables multiple lighting scenes to be achieved through one fixture rather than requiring separate dimming systems for multiple fixtures, thereby reducing overall system complexity while maintaining versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The control circuitry is designed to control multiple parameters (intensity, color temperature, individual element control) of multiple lighting elements simultaneously. This multi-functional control capability allows a single system to provide various lighting scenes without requiring separate specialized systems, reducing device complexity while enhancing adaptability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional lighting fixtures are used, then physical space illumination is provided, but independently operable lighting zones are not available
Solution Approach 1:
The lighting fixture is segmented into multiple independently controllable lighting elements: first lighting elements positioned within the housing and second lighting elements positioned along the perimeter. Each element can be controlled independently through the control circuitry, allowing different lighting zones to operate autonomously. This segmentation enables independent zone control while maintaining a unified fixture design that is manufacturable.
3Ease of operation
If existing physical spaces are altered to accommodate controllable lighting, then lighting control capability is improved, but installation cost and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates control circuitry directly within the lighting fixture housing, combining the lighting function and control function into a single unit. This eliminates the need for separate external dimming systems and complex wiring modifications to existing physical spaces. The self-contained design improves ease of operation while reducing installation complexity and cost.
Data Source
AI summary
A controllable multiple lighting element fixture and a method of controlling the same are provided. An example lighting fixture includes one or more first lighting elements positioned within or along a lighting housing. The example lighting fixture further includes one or more second lighting elements positioned within or along a circumference or perimeter of the lighting housing. The example lighting fixture further includes control circuitry configured to control one or more parameters associated with the one or more first lighting elements and the one or more second lighting elements.