Multi-wing edge-lit luminaire with adjustable panels
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional edge-lit luminaires often fail to provide adequate illumination and desired light distribution, requiring multiple installations that are costly and space-intensive.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable multi-wing edge-lit light structure comprising two edge-lit light guide panels and a joiner unit, allowing for independent orientation and attachment to a channel unit with a driver, enabling flexible illumination without the need for multiple standalone luminaires.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If multiple standalone luminaires are installed to provide adequate illumination and light distribution, then the desired illumination level and light distribution are achieved, but the installation cost and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple light guide panels into a single integrated luminaire structure through joiner units, merging the functions of multiple standalone luminaires into one unit. This reduces installation complexity while maintaining adequate illumination levels by integrating multiple light guides that can be oriented in different directions.
Solution Approach 2:
The luminaire is designed with multi-functional capabilities by incorporating multiple light guide panels that can be oriented in various directions (upward, downward, sideways) to serve different lighting needs simultaneously. This universal design allows a single luminaire to replace multiple specialized luminaires, reducing both installation complexity and space requirements.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple standalone luminaires are installed to achieve desired light distribution, then the lighting coverage is improved, but the installation cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The luminaire is segmented into multiple modular light guide panels that can be independently oriented and configured. Each panel can be directed toward different areas to achieve desired light distribution patterns. This segmentation allows flexible adaptation to various lighting requirements while maintaining a single integrated structure that reduces installation costs compared to multiple separate luminaires.
Solution Approach 2:
The luminaire incorporates adjustable and reconfigurable light guide panels that can be oriented in different directions depending on the lighting needs. This dynamic configurability allows the same luminaire structure to adapt to various installation environments and lighting requirements, providing versatility without requiring multiple different luminaire types, thereby reducing installation costs.
3Illumination intensity
If multiple standalone luminaires are used to provide adequate illumination, then the illumination coverage is sufficient, but the space required for installation increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple light guide panels are merged into a single compact luminaire structure, combining the illumination coverage of multiple luminaires into one unit. This integration achieves sufficient illumination coverage across multiple directions (upward, downward, sideways) while occupying less installation space than multiple separate luminaires would require.
4Device complexity
If a single luminaire is used to reduce installation complexity, then the installation cost is reduced, but the illumination level and light distribution are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The single luminaire is segmented into multiple light guide panels that can be oriented in different directions, allowing it to provide illumination coverage equivalent to multiple luminaires. This segmentation enables the single luminaire to achieve sufficient illumination levels and desired light distribution while maintaining installation simplicity and cost-effectiveness.
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
The solution provides efficient and cost-effective illumination and light distribution, allowing for adjustable orientations to suit various spaces while reducing installation complexity and costs.
Implementation Method 1
A portion of light from one or more light emitting diodes (LEDs) that enters the light guide may be emitted by the light guide. For example, a portion of light from the LEDs enters the light guide through a narrow side of the waveguide and is emitted by the light guide through one or more broad sides of the light guide.
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AI summary
A multi-wing edge-lit structure includes a first edge-lit light guide panel, a second edge-lit light guide panel, and a joiner unit. The first edge-lit light guide panel is adjustably attached to the joiner unit on a first side of the joiner unit. The second edge-lit light guide panel is adjustably attached to the joiner unit on a second side of the joiner unit. The first side and the second side are opposite sides of the joiner unit.