Solar Flagpole Luminary with Flexible Neck
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing flagpoles and supports for decorative items require separate, independently powered lighting solutions for illumination, which can be inconvenient and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A solar-powered LED luminary integrated into the flagpole, utilizing a solar panel to collect energy, store it in a rechargeable battery, and power a light source, allowing for adjustable illumination of the flag or decorative item without the need for a direct electrical connection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If a solar-powered LED luminary is integrated into the flagpole, then autonomous and sustainable lighting is provided while eliminating the need for separate lighting sources and reducing energy consumption
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple previously separate components (flagpole, solar panel, battery, LED luminary, and positioning mechanism) into a single integrated system. The luminary is mounted directly on the flagpole with an adjustable positioning mechanism, eliminating the need for separate external lighting sources and their associated wiring infrastructure.
Solution Approach 2:
The system is completely self-powered through the solar panel that converts sunlight into electrical energy stored in the battery. The LED luminary automatically operates at night without requiring external power connections or manual intervention, making the flagpole lighting system autonomous and sustainable.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a luminary is connected to the second end of the flexible neck to provide illumination, then adjustable illumination of the decorative item is achieved, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a flexible neck mechanism that allows the luminary to be dynamically positioned at various angles and orientations. This flexible connection enables the light source to be adjusted to illuminate the flag or decorative item from different positions, providing adaptability while maintaining a relatively simple structural implementation.
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
Provides autonomous and sustainable lighting for flags or decorative items, eliminating the need for separate lighting sources and reducing energy consumption.
Implementation Method 1
The luminary includes a solar panel for collecting solar energy and converting the solar energy into electrical energy
Implementation Method 2
a battery electrically connected to the solar panel to store the electrical energy
Implementation Method 3
a light source electrically connected to the battery and powered by the battery
Data Source
AI summary
A support for a decorative item includes a stanchion with a first end and a second end. A flexible neck, having a first end and a second end, is connected to the second end of the stanchion at a first end thereof. At least one attachment device lies between the first and second end of the stanchion for attaching a decorative item to the stanchion. A luminary is connected to the second end of the flexible neck to provide illumination to the decorative item.