Offset Base Light Stand for Compact Nesting and Multifunctional Power
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable light stands for construction zones are either cumbersome to set up and take down, difficult to store compactly, or lack multifunctionality such as power supply and storage capabilities.
Innovation Solution
A lightweight, portable light stand with an innovative offset base that allows for nesting of adjacent stands for compact transport and storage, featuring a dual-mast design with a top beam for easy carrying, cable storage hooks, and a built-in power outlet for multifunctionality.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of time
If a portable light stand is designed for quick deployment with minimal adjustments, then setup and takedown time is reduced, but the ability to store compactly in nested fashion is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The light stand is designed with telescoping legs that can be nested within each other, allowing the stand to collapse into a compact configuration for storage and transport. The upper leg sections slide into lower leg sections, creating a space-efficient stored state while maintaining quick deployment capability through simple extension and locking mechanisms.
2Weight of moving object
If a light stand is designed to be lightweight for easy transport, then portability is improved, but structural strength and stability are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The light stand incorporates composite construction with aluminum or aluminum alloy components that provide high strength-to-weight ratio. The telescoping leg sections and mast structures utilize aluminum extrusions that maintain structural integrity while keeping overall weight low for portability. This composite approach allows the stand to be lightweight yet sufficiently strong for construction zone applications.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a light stand provides multifunctionality with power supply and storage capabilities, then versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The light stand integrates multiple functions into a single device: it provides lighting through an integrated light fixture, power supply through built-in outlets and battery capacity, and storage through hooks for tools and equipment. The mast structure serves both as a support element and as a mounting surface for these additional functions, allowing the stand to replace multiple separate tools while maintaining relatively simple overall structure.
Data Source
AI summary
The light stand includes a frame having a offset base with upper and lower legs that to allow for the nesting of adjacent light stands for more compact transport and storage. The light stand includes a dual-mast design with a top beam that allows a light fixture to be connected thereto. So that the light stand can be readily used in inclement weather and to protected the light fixture from knocking damage if it were to fall over or be accidently hit, the preferred embodiment of the light fixture includes a socket assembly with a flange having an elongated sidewall such that the fastening portion of the bulb extends into the flange of the socket and is protected from the elements. The light stand also includes an outlet to provide power to other lights or items used therewith.