Multi-Section Window Blinds with Double Slats for Light Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing window blind systems lack the ability to control light and privacy effectively, as they only allow for full open or full closed positions, with limited control over the partially open and closed positions of the blades, leading to issues with glare, heat, and inconsistent light and privacy levels.
Innovation Solution
A multi-section window blinds system is introduced, comprising an upper section and a lower section, with the upper section configured to provide a double blade gap, allowing for customizable light and privacy control through various shading arrangements, including partially opened, partially closed, and fully closed positions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If the blind is fully closed to block light and maintain privacy, then privacy and light blocking are improved, but interior lighting becomes necessary and heat buildup increases
Solution Approach 1:
The blind is divided into multiple independent sections (first section, second section, third section) that can be individually controlled. Each section can be partially opened or closed independently, allowing selective light blocking in different zones. This segmentation enables users to block light where needed while maintaining openings for light and air circulation in other areas, thus reducing interior heat buildup.
Solution Approach 2:
The blind transitions from static full-open or full-closed positions to dynamic partial-opening configurations. Each section can be positioned at different angles and opening levels, creating adaptable shading patterns. This dynamic control allows the blind to adjust to varying lighting conditions and user needs, optimizing both privacy and thermal comfort.
2Illumination intensity
If the blind is fully opened to allow light entry, then illumination is improved, but glare and excessive heat enter the interior
Solution Approach 1:
By dividing the blind into multiple controllable sections, users can selectively open specific sections to allow natural light into desired areas while keeping other sections closed or partially closed to block glare and heat. This enables differentiated light control across different zones of the window.
Solution Approach 2:
Each section of the blind can be independently positioned to provide different levels of light transmission and shading. Users can create local variations in light quality - some areas receiving bright natural light while adjacent areas remain shaded or receive diffused light, optimizing both illumination and comfort.
3Ease of operation
If the blade gap size is fixed to control light entry, then light control is simplified, but user flexibility and adaptability are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The blind is segmented into multiple independently controllable sections, each capable of being positioned at different angles and opening levels. This segmentation provides numerous discrete positions and configurations, offering users fine-grained control over light entry and privacy without requiring complex mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The blind transitions from fixed blade gap configurations to dynamic, adjustable positions. Each section can be independently angled and positioned, creating a wide range of possible light transmission patterns. This dynamic adjustability allows users to adapt the blind to various lighting conditions, privacy needs, and aesthetic preferences.
Data Source
AI summary
Provided herein are window blinds systems having a first section, double slats within the first section, a second section below the first section, single slats within the second section; outer supporting cords, inner supporting cords, and transverse cords associated with the outer supporting cords and the inner supporting cords, wherein pairs of transverse cords are provided by one upper transverse cord and one lower transverse cord alongside each other, and wherein an amount of space between the double slats larger than an amount of space between the single slats when the windows blinds system is in a fully opened shading arrangement, wherein the window blinds system is configured to be positioned into a variety of shading arrangements by adjusting a tilt angle of the plurality of double slats and the plurality of single slats and by adjusting a distance between neighboring slats of the set of slats.