Simulated Candle Lamp Wireless Flame Swing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic candles lack realistic flicker capabilities and visual simulation of a burning candle, leading to eye fatigue due to fixed flicker patterns and limited illumination options.
Innovation Solution
A simulated candle lamp design utilizing wireless power transmission and electromagnetic fields to drive a swinging LED flame, allowing for 360-degree movement and variable flicker, mimicking the instability of a real candle flame.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If wired power transmission is used to drive the LED flame, then the structure is simple and reliable, but the flame swing is limited in direction and amplitude due to wire constraints
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the traditional wired mechanical power transmission system with a wireless electromagnetic power transmission system. The transmitter coil generates an electromagnetic field that induces current in the receiver coil, eliminating physical wire constraints and enabling 360-degree flame swing motion without mechanical limitations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces electromagnetic fields as an intermediary medium to transmit power from the power source to the LED flame. The transmitter and receiver coils act as mediators, converting electrical energy to electromagnetic energy and back, enabling wireless power transmission and free flame movement.
2Illumination intensity
If fixed flicker patterns are programmed into the candle, then the control is simple and stable, but the visual effect is monotonous and causes eye fatigue
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from static fixed flicker patterns to dynamic random flicker simulation. The control system generates random flicker patterns that mimic natural candle behavior, creating variable illumination intensity that prevents eye fatigue and enhances visual realism.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent enables the candle to simulate natural flame behavior autonomously through random algorithm generation. The control system automatically produces unpredictable flicker patterns without requiring external programming or user intervention, creating authentic candle-like visual effects.
3Reliability
If the flame is constrained to specific swing directions, then the mechanical structure is simple, but the visual simulation of a real candle is unrealistic
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces constrained mechanical swing mechanisms with wireless electromagnetic actuation. The LED flame assembly can rotate freely 360 degrees without mechanical linkages or wired constraints, achieving realistic multi-directional flame movement that accurately simulates natural candle behavior.
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 design provides a more realistic and engaging visual experience with a smoother, 360-degree flame swing and flicker, reducing eye fatigue and enhancing the simulation of a burning candle.
Implementation Method 1
power is transmitted from the transmitter coil to the receiver coil
Implementation Method 2
The swing coil drives the magnet to swing up and down
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed is a simulated candle lamp, which includes a fixing bottom ring; a battery box installed in the fixing bottom ring; a control PCB installed on the side of the battery box; a transfer PCB installed on top of the battery box; a lower coil fixing member installed above the transfer PCB; a transmitter coil and a swing coil installed in the lower coil fixing member; a housing mounted at the upper end of the lower coil fixing member; an upper coil fixing member installed in the housing; a magnet and a receiver coil installed in the upper coil fixing member where the magnet is arranged above the swing coil, and the receiver coil is arranged above the transmitter coil; an LED fixture arranged above the upper coil fixing member; and an LED light-emitting diode mounted on the LED fixture.