Solar Powered Lighting Element With Simulated Flame And Insect Eliminator
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electric insect eliminators lack aesthetic appeal, provide insufficient light for users, and are often non-portable due to reliance on outlets or battery maintenance.
Innovation Solution
A solar-powered lighting element with a simulated flame and electric insect eliminator, featuring a UV light source, conducting grid for insect elimination, and a flickering light source to mimic a flame, supported by a modular pole system and rechargeable via solar panels, allowing for independent operation and enhanced visibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If conventional electric insect eliminators emit UV light to attract insects, then insect control function is provided, but sufficient light for users to see is not provided
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple light sources (UV light sources for insect attraction and visible light sources for user illumination) into a single integrated device. The visible light sources are positioned to illuminate the area around the UV light sources, providing both insect control and user visibility functions simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The device performs multiple functions: UV light attraction for insect control, visible light illumination for user visibility, and aesthetic flame simulation. This multi-functionality resolves the contradiction by making a single device serve both insect elimination and general illumination purposes.
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional electric insect eliminators are plugged into an outlet, then continuous operation is achieved, but portability is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The device uses solar panels to capture sunlight and convert it to electrical energy, which then powers the insect elimination and illumination functions. This self-powered approach eliminates the need for external outlets or battery replacements, providing continuous operation while maintaining full portability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from grid-powered or battery-powered operation to solar-powered operation by changing the energy source parameter. The solar panels convert solar energy to electrical energy, enabling the device to operate independently of external power sources while maintaining continuous functionality.
3Adaptability or versatility
If batteries are used in electric insect eliminators, then portability is improved, but maintenance time and expense increase due to routine battery replacement or charging
Solution Approach 1:
The solar-powered system eliminates the need for manual battery replacement or external charging by using sunlight to generate electrical energy continuously. The device serves itself by capturing solar energy and converting it to power its functions, thereby eliminating all maintenance time associated with battery management.
Solution Approach 2:
The solar panels provide continuous energy conversion as long as sunlight is available, ensuring uninterrupted operation of the insect elimination and illumination functions. This continuous useful action eliminates the periodic maintenance cycles required by battery-based systems.
4Ease of manufacture
If conventional electric insect eliminators are designed for pest control functionality, then insect elimination is optimized, but aesthetic appeal is ignored
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the functional insect elimination components with aesthetic flame-simulating light sources and atmospheric lighting effects. The visible light sources are arranged to create a realistic flame appearance while simultaneously providing illumination and insect attraction, thus combining functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Solution Approach 2:
The device uses colored light sources and atmospheric lighting to simulate the appearance and behavior of a real flame. The light sources change color and intensity patterns to replicate flame characteristics, transforming the visual appearance while maintaining the insect elimination function.
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 effective insect control, aesthetic appeal, and portable operation while eliminating the need for frequent battery replacements and reducing maintenance, offering sufficient light for users and simulating a flame for both functionality and ambiance.
Implementation Method 1
at least one solar panel mounted on a top surface of the top portion and connected to the power source such that the power source is recharged by electricity provided by the at least one solar panel
Implementation Method 2
a UV light portion mounted in the top portion and including one or more UV light sources directing UV light downward
Implementation Method 3
a conducting grid element mounted inside the at least one cage portion
Implementation Method 4
a flickering light source mounted in the shade element and configured to emit light in a predetermined pattern through the shade element
Data Source
AI summary
A solar powered lighting element with a simulated flame and an electric insect eliminator includes a lighting portion with a conducting grid and a light portion that simulates a flickering flame which are powered by a rechargeable battery that is recharged using a solar panel. One or more UV light elements are provided in addition to the flickering flame to attract insects.