Smart LED Lighting Apparatus with Composite PCB

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Solution Overview

Problem

Traditional LED lighting systems lack integrated smart features and user-configurable operational modes, focusing primarily on illumination with limited additional functions and no easy switching options.

Innovation Solution

A smart LED lighting apparatus with a communication module and LED module integrated on a single board, enabling wireless communication, dimming, RGBW color mixing, human body sensing, and music playback, while simplifying components and reducing production costs through a composite printed circuit board design.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Device complexity

If communication module and LED module are integrated on a single board, then device complexity is reduced and manufacturing is simplified, but signal interference between communication and LED components may increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecomponent integrationVSAvoidsignal interference
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the circuit board into distinct functional zones: a first region for the communication module and a second region for the LED module. This spatial segmentation reduces signal interference while maintaining integration benefits, as the communication signals and high-current LED drivers are physically separated to prevent electromagnetic interference.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies different design characteristics to different regions of the circuit board. The communication module region uses shielding and grounding techniques optimized for low-frequency signals, while the LED module region uses high-current trace designs and heat dissipation structures. This local optimization allows both modules to function effectively on the same board.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

2Adaptability or versatility

If additional smart functions are added to LED lighting, then functionality and versatility are improved, but device complexity and production cost increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesmart functionsVSAvoidsystem integration
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The circuit board is designed as a universal platform that can accommodate multiple smart functions through modular component integration. The communication module can support various wireless protocols (WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee), and the LED module can implement different lighting modes (dimming, RGBW mixing, music sync), allowing the same base design to serve multiple applications without requiring complete redesign.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent combines multiple functional modules (communication, LED driving, sensing, control) into a single integrated circuit board assembly. This merging reduces the overall system complexity compared to having separate modules, simplifies manufacturing, and enables easier wiring and installation while maintaining full smart functionality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Illumination intensity

If LED module is positioned without metal structure blocking, then light output and visibility are improved, but structural complexity and manufacturing difficulty increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelight outputVSAvoidstructural design
Core Design Contradiction:
Illumination intensityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The patent positions the LED module on a circuit board that extends toward the bulb body opening, utilizing the vertical dimension and radial space within the lamp housing. This allows the LED module to be placed in a location that is easily accessible to light while maintaining a compact structure that is simple to manufacture and assemble.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

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 enhanced functionality, improved manufacturing efficiency, and reduced production costs by integrating communication and LED modules on a single board, allowing for easy user control and additional features like wireless communication and sensory responses.

Implementation Method 1

a light emitting diode (LED) module for emitting light

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight emitting diode: Light Emitting Diode

Implementation Method 2

a communication module for providing wireless communication... an antenna, a radio frequency circuitry coupled to the antenna for receiving wireless signals

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic radiation: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS11248751B2LED lighting apparatus
Publication Date: 2022.02.15 XIAMEN ECO LIGHTING CO LTD
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  • US11248751B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A smart LED lighting apparatus with communication capabilities. The lighting apparatus includes a main body, a bulb body, a head body, a LED module for emitting light, and a communication module for providing wireless communication. The bulb body is connected to a first end of the main body. The head body is connected to a second end of the main body and configured to be connected to an electrical socket for receiving power. The lighting apparatus further includes a composite printed circuit board having a first sub-board and a second sub-board physically coupled to the first sub-board. The communication module is located on the first sub-board and the light LED module is located on the second sub-board.