Solar Sign Assembly With Integrated Lighting and Power Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional signs require external light sources for visibility at night, are cumbersome, expensive, and not aesthetically appealing.
Innovation Solution
A self-illuminating solar-powered sign with an integrated solar panel, battery, and control electronics that adjusts light intensity based on ambient conditions, using LEDs to illuminate a print-ready surface.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If conventional signs use external light sources for night visibility, then visibility at night is improved, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the light source, power supply (battery), and control electronics into an integrated assembly that is mounted within the sign structure itself. This merging of components eliminates the need for separate external light sources and wiring, thereby improving night visibility while reducing device complexity and eliminating external components.
Solution Approach 2:
The sign incorporates its own power supply (battery) and control electronics within the sign structure, enabling it to illuminate itself autonomously without requiring external power sources or control systems. This self-service capability resolves the contradiction by providing night visibility through integrated components rather than external ones.
2Illumination intensity
If conventional signs use external light sources, then night visibility is improved, but manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
By integrating the light source, battery, and control electronics into a single assembly that is mounted within the sign, the patent reduces the number of separate components that need to be manufactured and assembled. This integration simplifies the manufacturing process and reduces overall cost while maintaining night visibility functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The self-contained design with integrated power supply and control electronics eliminates the need for complex external wiring and installation infrastructure, thereby reducing manufacturing and installation costs while achieving night visibility.
3Illumination intensity
If conventional signs use external light sources, then night visibility is improved, but aesthetic appeal deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The integration of light sources and electronics within the sign structure allows for a cleaner, more streamlined appearance without external wiring or separate light fixtures. This merging enables the sign to maintain its aesthetic design while providing night visibility through internally mounted components.
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 sign operates autonomously in low-light conditions, conserving energy and maintaining visibility without external components, while being compact and aesthetically versatile.
Implementation Method 1
A solar panel is disposed relative to the frame
Implementation Method 2
A battery is configured to store power generated via the solar panel
Implementation Method 3
A light source is configured to illuminate the solar sign sheet
Data Source
AI summary
The systems and methods of the present disclosure provide solar-powered signs that can direct power to and/or control light sources for illuminating content. In some implementations, a frame of a solar-powered sign supports a solar sign sheet. A solar panel is disposed relative to the frame. A light source is configured to illuminate the solar sign sheet. A battery is configured to store power generated via the solar panel and provide power to control circuitry configured to control the light source.