Rotatable Light Module for Versatile Lighting Modes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional lighting devices lack versatility and convenience in providing different lighting modes for various applications, often requiring multiple devices for distinct lighting effects.
Innovation Solution
A lighting apparatus with a cap head, light source, and detachable light module ends that allow for reversible connection, enabling different light directions and optical characteristics by selecting between two ends, which activate distinct working modes through different current provision.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single lighting device is used, then device complexity is reduced, but versatility in providing different lighting modes is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The light module is designed with a rotatable connection structure that allows it to rotate between two ends relative to the cap head. This dynamic positioning enables the same light module to provide different lighting modes (first lighting mode when first end connects, second lighting mode when second end connects) without requiring multiple fixed devices, thus improving versatility while maintaining relatively simple device structure
Solution Approach 2:
The single lighting device incorporates universal functionality by enabling the same light module to serve multiple lighting purposes through rotation. The device can provide both first and second lighting modes using one unified structure, eliminating the need for multiple separate fixtures and achieving multi-functionality within a single device framework
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple lighting devices are used for different lighting effects, then lighting versatility is improved, but device quantity and space occupation increase
Solution Approach 1:
The lighting device achieves multi-functionality by enabling one light module to produce different lighting effects (first and second lighting modes) through rotational positioning. This eliminates the need to install multiple separate lighting devices to achieve different lighting effects, thereby reducing the number of devices and the total installation space required
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple lighting devices are used for different lighting effects, then lighting versatility is improved, but cost and installation complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The invention merges the functionality of multiple lighting devices into a single integrated unit. By combining the cap head, driver, and rotatable light module into one system that can provide multiple lighting modes, it reduces system complexity compared to using multiple separate devices, while maintaining the versatility to achieve different lighting effects
Solution Approach 2:
The unified lighting device structure provides universal application for different lighting needs through the rotatable light module. Instead of managing multiple separate devices with different functions, users work with one versatile device that can be rotated to achieve various lighting effects, simplifying installation and reducing overall system 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
The solution provides a single lighting device capable of multiple modes, enhancing usability and convenience by allowing users to adjust light direction and optical characteristics, such as color temperature and luminance, for different purposes without needing multiple fixtures.
Implementation Method 1
A light-emitting diode (LED) is a semiconductor light source that emits light when current flows through it. Electrons in the semiconductor recombine with electron holes, releasing energy in the form of photons.
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AI summary
A lighting apparatus includes a cap head (20), a light source (16), a driver (12) and a light module (10). The cap head (20) is provided with a cap housing. The light module (10) is provided with a light housing, a first end and a second end. The first end and the second end are located at two opposite sides of the light housing. The light source (16) is disposed in the light housing. One of the first end and the second end is selected and detachably connected to the cap head (20).