Solar-Lit Inflatable Holiday Decoration With Weighted Base
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing inflatable decoration devices lack the ability to remain inflated for extended periods and are not powered independently, relying on electrical outlets for illumination.
Innovation Solution
A balloon with a weighted base and integrated light emitters, combined with a solar-powered charger that includes a stake for penetration into the ground, allowing the device to be self-sustaining and maintain illumination without tethering to electrical outlets.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a solar-powered charger with rechargeable battery is integrated into the balloon device, then the balloon can be placed in any location without being tethered to an electrical outlet, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the solar panel, rechargeable battery, and light emitters into a single integrated balloon device. The solar panel charges the battery which then powers the light emitters, merging multiple components into one self-contained unit that can be placed anywhere without external power sources.
Solution Approach 2:
The balloon device serves multiple functions: it provides illumination through integrated light emitters, stores energy in a rechargeable battery, captures solar energy via a solar panel, and maintains structural stability with a weighted base. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate devices or external power sources.
2Illumination intensity
If light emitters are integrated into the balloon for illuminating the interior, then the balloon provides continuous illumination, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The solar panel charges the rechargeable battery in advance during daylight hours, storing energy before it is needed for illumination. This preliminary energy storage allows the light emitters to operate continuously without drawing energy from external sources during operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The device is self-sufficient, generating its own power through the solar panel and storing it in the rechargeable battery. The system serves itself by converting solar energy into electrical energy to power its own light emitters, eliminating dependence on external power sources.
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
Enables the inflatable decoration device to remain stationary and illuminated for extended periods using solar power, providing flexible placement options and eliminating the need for electrical connections.
Implementation Method 1
A power supply that includes a solar panel and a rechargeable battery to facilitate the balloon to be located in any location without being tethered to an electrical outlet
Implementation Method 2
a plurality of light emitters integrated into the balloon for illuminating an interior of the balloon
Data Source
AI summary
An inflatable holiday decoration device includes a balloon structured to resemble a holiday character when the balloon is inflated. The balloon has a weighted base to facilitate the balloon to remain stationary on a support surface. A plurality of light emitters is each integrated into the balloon having each of the plurality of light emitters being directed into an interior of the balloon for illuminating the interior of the balloon. A charger includes a panel and a stake extending downwardly from a bottom surface of the panel. The stake tapers to a pointed end which can penetrate the support surface having the panel is spaced upwardly from the support surface. The charger is in communication with the plurality of light emitters for powering the light emitters.