Polyhedral Lighting Modules with Capacitive Touch Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing lighting apparatuses are not fully satisfactory in terms of simplicity and luminosity control efficiency, and they lack the ability to be integrated into aesthetically original objects while providing new lighting effects that incorporate both functional and emotional components.
Innovation Solution
A lighting apparatus composed of independent polyhedral sectors with individual electronic control units, allowing for simple and effective luminosity adjustment and combination into various shapes, where each sector can be switched on/off and adjusted in luminosity independently, with a touch-sensitive control system and high-reflectivity diffusing materials for uniform light emission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional lighting apparatuses are used, then lighting function is provided, but simplicity and luminosity control efficiency are not fully satisfactory
Solution Approach 1:
The lighting apparatus is divided into multiple independent sectors, each with its own control unit. This segmentation allows individual luminosity control for each sector, improving control efficiency while keeping each control unit relatively simple. The overall system achieves sophisticated luminosity management through the coordinated operation of multiple independent segments.
2Adaptability or versatility
If lighting apparatuses are designed with multiple functions, then versatility is improved, but simplicity of manufacture and installation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The apparatus is constructed from multiple identical or similar sectors that can be manufactured using the same process. Each sector is a self-contained module with standardized components, making manufacturing simple and repetitive. Installation becomes straightforward as sectors can be assembled like building blocks to create different lighting configurations and effects.
Solution Approach 2:
Each sector is designed as a universal module that can perform multiple lighting functions. By combining these universal sectors in different configurations and control patterns, the system achieves versatility in lighting effects without requiring complex specialized components for each function.
3Productivity
If sectors are equipped with independent control units, then luminosity control efficiency is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The control system is segmented into distributed control units, each managing a specific sector. This segmentation improves luminosity control efficiency by allowing independent adjustment of each sector without affecting others. The complexity is managed by making each control unit standardized and relatively simple, with the overall system complexity being the sum of identical modular units rather than a single complex centralized controller.
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 a versatile, efficient, and aesthetically appealing lighting system that can be easily manufactured and installed, offering customizable lighting effects and efficient luminosity control, with a seamless transition between on and off states, maintaining a uniform appearance.
Implementation Method 1
The closure cover (21) is provided with a capacitive film (22) positioned on a face of the closure cover (21) and connected to the control unit (23) to define a touch control device (27)
Implementation Method 2
a diffusing screen (20) positioned on the opening (17) to uniform the light passing through the opening (17)
Data Source
AI summary
A lighting apparatus comprises a plurality of light modules; each module comprises: a hollow body provided with a light box having a light exit opening and housing a LED light source controlled by a control unit; a diffusing screen positioned on the opening to uniform the light passing through the opening; a closure cover, positioned above the diffusing screen; a transparent capacitive film positioned on a face of the closure cover and connected to the control unit to define a touch control device of the module; the modules are shaped as respective polyhedral sectors arranged around the first axis and each module defines an independent light module controlled by the respective touch control device independently of the other modules.