Smart LED Lighting Device Integrating Wireless Projection and Router Functions

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing projection devices are large, costly, and require external power and cables, making them unsuitable for a smart home environment and not meeting the needs for compact, cost-effective, and integrated lighting solutions with projection functionalities.

Innovation Solution

A smart LED lighting device and system that integrates an LED light-emitting unit, a wireless communication unit, a processor unit, and a lens unit, enabling wireless video data transmission and projection, as well as functioning as a wireless access point for internet connectivity, eliminating the need for external cables and power adapters.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If traditional projection devices are used, then projection functionality is achieved, but device size becomes large and requires external power supply and cables

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprojection functionalityVSAvoiddevice size
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSVolume of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple functions (projection, lighting, wireless communication, power management) into a single integrated LED lighting device. The LED module serves both as a light source and a projection element, while the wireless communication module and power management module are integrated within the same housing, eliminating the need for separate projectors and external cables.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The LED lighting device performs multiple functions simultaneously: it provides ambient lighting through the LED light-emitting module, projects images through the lens module, communicates wirelessly through the wireless communication module, and manages power through the power management module. This multi-functionality replaces traditional separate devices with a single universal unit.

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

2Adaptability or versatility

If traditional projection devices are used, then projection functionality is achieved, but device cost increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprojection functionalityVSAvoiddevice cost
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges projection functionality with standard LED lighting components, avoiding the need for expensive dedicated projector hardware. By using the LED module for both lighting and projection, and integrating the power management and wireless communication modules, the overall device cost is reduced compared to traditional projector solutions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The multi-functional design allows a single device to replace multiple separate devices (projector, speaker, router), reducing the total system cost. The LED module serves dual purposes as both light source and projection element, further reducing component costs.

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

3Adaptability or versatility

If traditional projection devices are used, then projection functionality is achieved, but external power supply and cables are required

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprojection functionalityVSAvoidpower supply requirements
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent integrates the power management module within the device housing, combining power reception, storage, and distribution functions in a single integrated unit. The wireless communication module enables cableless data transmission, and the LED module provides both lighting and projection without requiring external connections.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The power management module handles multiple power-related functions (reception, storage, distribution) within a single integrated component, eliminating the need for separate power adapters and cables. The wireless communication module provides cableless connectivity for both data and control functions.

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

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 compact, cost-effective, and aesthetically pleasing smart LED lighting system that offers wireless projection capabilities, internet access, and customizable lighting settings, enhancing user experience and eliminating the need for external power sources and cables.

Implementation Method 1

LED (Light Emitting Diode) is a solid-state semiconductor device that can directly convert electrical energy to visible light

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight Emitting Diode: Light Emitting Diode

Data Source

PatentUS10271395B2Smart LED lighting device and system thereof
Publication Date: 2019.04.23 ZHEJIANG SHENGHUI LIGHTING
  • US10271395B2 patent drawing

AI summary

The present disclosure provides a smart LED lighting device, including an LED light-emitting unit, an LED power supply unit, a wireless unit configured to send and receive video data, a video processing and controller unit configured to transmit analyzed and processed video data to a projection unit, a projection unit configured to receive and transmit the video data to a lens unit, and a lens unit configured to project produced video data onto a screen. The present disclosure also provides a smart LED lighting system using the smart LED lighting device. The present disclosure provides lighting as well as projection functions, allowing full integration of lighting control and video projection. A wireless communication unit is used to facilitate networking so that online videos can be projected remotely. The disclosed lighting device can also act as a router to provide internet access to connected devices, enhancing user experience.