Rotating Luminaire Coupling for Tool-Free Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fastening devices for lamps on ceilings or walls require significant overhead work for installation and replacement, especially for hanging lamps, due to the need for realignment and separate electrical wiring, which is cumbersome and time-consuming.
Innovation Solution
A fastening device with a rotatable coupling element that allows for alignment and repositioning of the lamp without dismantling, combined with an electrical contacting device that establishes connections automatically upon closure, eliminating the need for separate wiring and reducing installation complexity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional hook and eyelet fastening is used, then the lamp can be attached to the ceiling, but significant overhead work and time are required for installation and replacement
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the mechanical fastening function and electrical connection function into a single integrated coupling mechanism. The coupling element includes both the fastening interface and electrical contacts, so that one attachment action simultaneously establishes both mechanical support and electrical power connection, eliminating the need for separate wiring operations and significantly reducing installation time and overhead work.
Solution Approach 2:
The base support is pre-installed on the ceiling with the coupling element and electrical connection lines already in place. This preliminary preparation allows the lamp to be quickly attached by simply connecting the coupling elements, without requiring any on-site wiring or electrical connection work during the actual lamp installation process.
2Reliability
If separate electrical wiring is required for lamp installation, then reliable electrical connection is achieved, but the installation process becomes cumbersome and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the electrical connection system with the mechanical fastening system into a single integrated coupling element. The electrical contacts are built into the coupling structure itself, so that the same component that provides mechanical attachment also establishes the electrical connection, thereby maintaining reliable electrical contact while dramatically simplifying the installation process.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the coupling element is fixed relative to the base support, then structural stability is maintained, but alignment adjustment of the lamp becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a rotatable coupling element that can rotate relative to the base support while maintaining a secure mechanical connection. This dynamic capability allows the lamp to be aligned in different orientations by simply rotating the coupling element, and once the desired alignment is achieved, the connection remains stable and secure for normal operation.
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AI summary
The invention relates to the mounting device (1) and its use for mounting or securing a luminaire to a wall or ceiling. To simplify mounting or securing, the mounting device (1) comprises the base support (2), which is to be permanently attached to a wall or ceiling, and the luminaire part (3), which can be connected to or is connected to a luminaire. The mounting device (1) further comprises the mounting coupling (5), which includes a coupling element (6) on the base support (2) and a correspondingly designed counter-coupling element (7) on the luminaire part (3).