Individually Programmable LED Array for Glove Light Trails
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing gloving technologies limit users to a single point source of light per module, restricting the creation of images within light trails and requiring unidirectional communication for data transmission, which is cumbersome and limited in functionality.
Innovation Solution
The development of independently programmable lights with a programmable controller, sensors, and bidirectional communication interfaces, allowing for customizable light effects and seamless data transmission between devices with a single button press.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a single basic multicolor LED is used per module, then the device complexity is reduced, but the ability to create images within light trails is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides a single LED module into multiple independently controllable LED elements arranged in an array. Each LED can be controlled individually to display different colors and patterns, enabling image creation within light trails while maintaining a relatively simple overall module structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a single point source of light to a two-dimensional array of LEDs within each module. This dimensional expansion allows for complex light patterns and images to be created by controlling individual LEDs in the array, significantly enhancing light effect capabilities.
2Device complexity
If unidirectional communication is used between units, then the communication system is simpler, but data transmission requires special transmission operational mode and is cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic communication system where LEDs can switch between communication modes (transmission and reception) as needed. This allows the system to adapt its communication direction based on operational requirements, enabling flexible data exchange without requiring special transmission modes while maintaining relatively simple hardware.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces bidirectional communication capabilities that allow units to receive and respond to data from other units. This feedback mechanism enables synchronized light shows and coordinated operations across multiple gloves or modules, significantly improving operational convenience.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple independently controllable LEDs are used per module, then the ability to create images within light trails is enhanced, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs each LED module with a universal controller that can manage multiple LED elements within the module. The controller implements versatile functionality to handle various light patterns, colors, and transmission modes, reducing the need for separate control circuits for each LED and thereby managing complexity.
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
Enables the creation of complex moving light effects and images through independent control of LEDs, bidirectional communication, and simplified data synchronization across multiple devices, enhancing user interaction and performance.
Implementation Method 1
a plurality of light emitting diodes (LEDs) arranged in an array
Data Source
AI summary
In one aspect, a gloving light includes a plurality of light emitting diodes (LEDs) arranged in an array; a programmable controller configured to store logic including instructions for controlling a functionality of the plurality of LEDs; at least one user interface for modifying the logic stored in the programmable controller; and a housing configured to enclose the electronics and be retained in a digit of a glove. In another aspect, a gloving light includes at least one LED; at least one integrated circuit configured to store logic including instructions for controlling a functionality of the at least one LED; a user interface for modifying the logic stored in the at least one integrated circuit; a housing configured to enclose at least one integrated circuit and to be inserted into a digit of a glove; and a bidirectional communication interface comprising one or more wireless emitters and receivers for bidirectional communication.