Portable Solar Strip Light Modular Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing lights installed on patio umbrellas and tents are difficult to assemble and disassemble, lack portability, and are not energy-efficient or environmentally friendly.
Innovation Solution
A portable solar strip light system comprising a solar module, power supply, strip light assembly, and electrical connector, where the solar module charges the power supply, and the strip light assembly is easily fixed to external objects using a fastener, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly, with adjustable solar panel orientation for improved energy efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If built-in lights are installed on patio umbrellas and tents, then lighting function is provided, but users cannot replace or choose different lights and installation is complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The lighting system is divided into separate modular components: a power supply unit with solar panel and battery, and a strip light assembly with LED lights. These modules connect via electrical connectors, allowing users to choose different light configurations and easily install or replace components without complex wiring, directly addressing the need for both versatility and simple installation
Solution Approach 2:
The power supply unit with solar panel and rechargeable battery serves multiple functions: generating electricity, storing energy, and powering different light configurations. The universal electrical connectors allow the same power supply to work with various strip light assemblies, providing adaptability while maintaining simple installation procedures
2Adaptability or versatility
If rechargeable battery or alkaline battery powered lights are added to products, then user choice is available, but portability is lacking and installation is complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The system separates the power supply (with battery and solar panel) from the light emitting components (strip lights), connected through simple electrical connectors. This modular design allows users to easily attach or remove light assemblies from the power supply unit, providing both choice flexibility and installation simplicity without requiring complex wiring processes
Solution Approach 2:
The solar panel automatically charges the rechargeable battery during daylight hours, eliminating the need for users to manually connect power sources or perform complex installation procedures. The system serves itself by capturing solar energy and storing it for nighttime operation, while the simple connector design enables easy user assembly and reconfiguration
3Use of energy by moving object
If solar module is used to charge power supply, then energy efficiency and environmental friendliness are improved, but solar panel orientation adjustment is needed for optimal performance
Solution Approach 1:
The solar panel is designed with adjustable mounting brackets that allow users to change the panel's angle and orientation to face the sun directly. This dynamic positioning capability ensures optimal energy capture throughout the day, maximizing charging efficiency while remaining simple to adjust and reposition as needed
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 portable solar strip light system enables easy installation and removal, enhances energy efficiency by optimizing solar panel orientation, and provides a cost-effective, environmentally friendly lighting solution for patio umbrellas and tents.
Implementation Method 1
a solar module; wherein the solar module is electrically connected to the power supply
Data Source
AI summary
A portable solar strip light includes a solar module, a power supply, a strip light assembly and an electrical connector. The solar module is electrically connected to the power supply. The strip light assembly is electrically connected to the power supply via the electrical connector. The strip light assembly includes at least one strip light which is fixedly connected to an external object via a fastener. A mounting member is provided at a bottom of the power supply to mount the power supply on the external object.