Rotatable LED Light Module with Off-Axis Optic for Directional Illumination
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current illumination systems using light emitting diodes lack the ability to provide configurable and adjustable illumination patterns, limiting their effectiveness and wider adoption.
Innovation Solution
A rotatable light module comprising a light emitting diode and an optic that directs light off-axis, with a light-blocking shield to suppress unwanted light, allowing for directional illumination and customizable light distribution.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional incandescent lighting or fluorescent bulbs are used, then illumination is provided, but the system lacks longevity and efficiency compared to LED technology
Solution Approach 1:
The illumination system is divided into multiple individual LED modules, each capable of independent directional adjustment. This segmentation allows each module to be optimized for longevity and efficiency while the collective system provides configurable illumination patterns through individual module positioning.
Solution Approach 2:
The LED modules are designed with rotatable mounts that enable dynamic adjustment of illumination direction. This dynamic capability allows the system to adapt illumination patterns to different applications while maintaining the inherent longevity and efficiency of LED technology.
2Use of energy by moving object
If light emitting diodes are used, then longevity and efficiency are improved, but the ability to provide configurable and adjustable illumination patterns is limited
Solution Approach 1:
Each LED module is designed as a universal unit that combines the energy-efficient LED light source with adjustable directional optics and rotatable mounting capabilities. This multi-functional design allows a single module type to serve multiple illumination needs while maintaining high energy efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The rotatable mount mechanism enables dynamic repositioning of each LED module, transforming the static LED light source into a dynamically adjustable illumination unit. This allows the system to provide configurable illumination patterns while preserving the energy efficiency of LED technology.
3Illumination intensity
If light is emitted in all directions, then maximum light output is achieved, but light spillage increases and directional illumination is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The optic element extracts and redirects light from the omnidirectional LED emission, concentrating it into a directional beam. This extraction process removes the unwanted lateral light spillage while preserving and directing the useful light output toward the desired target area.
Solution Approach 2:
The optic acts as an intermediary between the LED light source and the target area, mediating the light transmission by refracting and reflecting light rays to achieve directional illumination. This intermediary element concentrates light output while minimizing energy loss to spillage.
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 flexible and efficient directional illumination, enhancing the utilization of LEDs by concentrating light in desired areas while minimizing light spillage, thus improving illumination systems and their economic viability.
Implementation Method 1
A light module can comprise a light emitting diode that generates light
Implementation Method 2
an optic that manipulates the generated light. The optic can direct the generated light off axis
Implementation Method 3
The optic can comprise a light-blocking shield to suppress light
Data Source
AI summary
A light module can comprise a light emitting diode that generates light and an optic that manipulates or manages the resulting light. The optic can direct the generated light off axis, resulting in an illumination pattern that is biased towards one side of the light module, for example in a desired direction. Thus, the optic can transform the emission pattern of the light emitting diode to create an illumination pattern that is aimed in a desired direction. The optic can comprise a light-blocking shield to suppress, manage, or redirect light that would otherwise emanate from the light module in an unintended direction, for example opposite the desired direction.