Ring-Shaped Light Device for Disc Golf Target Illumination
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Solution Overview
Problem
Disc golf targets are difficult to use in low light conditions, as existing lighting solutions often only illuminate the top or a limited portion of the target, making it challenging for players to accurately aim and hit the basket.
Innovation Solution
A ring-shaped light device with a plurality of light sources attached to a substantially ring-shaped structure, powered by a battery and a pulsed circuit, which can be placed on a disc golf target to illuminate the absorption structure and basket, providing comprehensive illumination of the target area.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If a single light source is used at the top of the target, then the lighting structure is simple, but the illumination coverage is insufficient and does not illuminate the entire circumference
Solution Approach 1:
The lighting system is divided into multiple light sources (first array and second array) positioned at different locations (top and side) to illuminate different portions of the target. This segmentation allows comprehensive coverage of the entire circumference while maintaining reasonable structural complexity through modular arrangement
2Illumination intensity
If multiple light sources are distributed around the ring structure, then the illumination coverage is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple light sources are merged into a unified ring-shaped structure that can be positioned as a single unit on the target. The first array and second array are integrated into the same ring structure, allowing comprehensive illumination while simplifying installation and maintenance as a single modular component
3Illumination intensity
If continuous illumination is provided, then the visibility is maximized, but the energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The pump circuit controls the light sources to operate in periodic pulses rather than continuous illumination. This periodic operation maintains adequate visibility for players while significantly reducing average power consumption and extending battery life, achieving a balance between visibility and energy conservation
4Reliability
If the light device is made permanent, then the reliability is improved, but the adaptability decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The ring-shaped light device is designed with universal positioning features that allow it to be adapted to different target types and configurations. The structure can be positioned on various portions of different targets, providing reliable illumination across multiple target designs without requiring permanent installation, thus achieving both reliability and adaptability
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 light device extends playing time into low light conditions by ensuring the entire circumference of the disc golf target is illuminated, enhancing visibility and accuracy for players, with features like a locking mechanism for security and solar charging for extended battery life.
Implementation Method 1
a first array including a plurality of light sources attached to the substantially ring-shaped structure. The light sources are directed toward a first side of the ring-shaped structure
Implementation Method 2
a battery power source configured to provide power to the first array
Implementation Method 3
a pump circuit electrically connected to the battery power source and the first array, wherein the pump circuit is configured to supply a pulsed current to the first array
Implementation Method 4
the second side further comprises a reflective material configured to direct light to the first side
Implementation Method 5
the cavity is separated from the environment by a water-resistant seal
Data Source
AI summary
A light device for use on a flying disc entrapment device is described including a substantially ring-shaped structure and a first array including a plurality of light sources attached to the substantially ring-shaped structure. The light sources are directed toward a first side of the ring-shaped structure. The light device also includes a battery power source configured to provide power to the first array and a switch configured to control the illumination provided by the first array. In one embodiment, the light device includes a pump circuit electrically connected to the battery power source and the first array, wherein the pump circuit is configured to supply a pulsed current to the first array.