Projection Device With Rotating Irregular Plano-Convex Lenses

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional projection lamps produce monotonous patterns, failing to create an active and engaging atmosphere in various settings.

Innovation Solution

A projection device with a first projection assembly comprising a first light source, a first lens, a second lens, and a light-transmitting lampshade, where the lenses are arranged on the light path and driven to rotate, utilizing irregular plano-convex lenses of different shapes to generate dynamic and variable projection effects by superimposing projection effects through the lenses and lampshade.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If conventional projection lamps use simple projection patterns, then the device complexity is low, but the projection effect is monotonous and unable to meet requirements for active atmosphere

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprojection effect diversityVSAvoidstructure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The projection device is divided into multiple independent lens assemblies, each containing irregular plano-convex lenses with different shapes. Each lens assembly can independently generate different projection patterns, allowing the system to achieve diverse projection effects through combination rather than requiring a completely complex redesign of the entire device

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a rotating mechanism that allows the lens assembly to rotate, dynamically changing which irregular plano-convex lenses are positioned in the light path. This dynamic adjustment enables the same physical device to produce multiple different projection patterns over time, increasing adaptability without proportionally increasing structural complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple irregular plano-convex lenses with different shapes are arranged on the light path, then diverse projection patterns are achieved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprojection pattern varietyVSAvoidlens assembly complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Multiple irregular plano-convex lenses with different shapes are merged into a single integrated lens assembly structure. This consolidation allows the lenses to work together in sequence on the same light path, achieving complex projection patterns through the combined optical effects rather than requiring separate independent systems for each pattern type

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent utilizes the spatial dimension by arranging lenses at different positions and orientations along the light path. The rotating mechanism adds temporal dimension, allowing the system to cycle through different lens configurations. This multi-dimensional approach enables pattern diversity while maintaining a relatively compact physical structure

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

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 device produces a dynamic and variable projection effect, enhancing the visual experience with diverse patterns such as aurora, Milky Way, and water ripples, offering a more engaging atmosphere compared to traditional projection lamps.

Implementation Method 1

The first lens is arranged on a light path of the first light source. A plurality of first irregular plano-convex lenses are arranged on a light exit side of the first lens. The second lens is arranged on the light path of the first light source and is arranged behind the first lens.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight refraction: Refraction

Implementation Method 2

Projection lamps are generally used in some indoor places. The projection lamps adopts the principle of light interference and diffraction to create a starry sky environment

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight diffraction: Diffraction

Implementation Method 3

The driving device is connected to the first lens or the second lens. The driving device is configured to drive the first lens or the second lens to rotate.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMechanical rotation:

Data Source

PatentUS11739911B1Projection device
Publication Date: 2023.08.29 LIU LIFANG
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AI summary

A projection device includes a first projection assembly. The first projection assembly includes a first light source assembly, a first lens, a driving device, and a light-transmitting lampshade. The first light source assembly includes a first light source configured to generate projection light. The first lens is arranged on a light path of the first light source. A plurality of first irregular plano-convex lenses are arranged on a light exit side of the first lens. The driving device is connected to the first lens. The driving device is configured to drive the first lens to rotate. The light-transmitting lampshade is arranged on the light path of the first light source and is arranged behind the first lens. The projection light generated by the first light source sequentially passes through the first lens and the light-transmitting lampshade and emits externally.