Strip Lighting System With Nested Operating Units
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing light line systems with integrated devices disrupt the continuous line of light, as they are limited by the length of functional components and require additional operating components, which can interrupt the light line visually and limit installation flexibility.
Innovation Solution
A light line system with an elongate carrier profile and mechanical coupling areas that allow for the partial extension of electrical or electronic units behind the continuous-row luminaire, minimizing visible interruptions and enabling flexible installation while maintaining a continuous light line appearance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If devices are integrated into the light line system, then functionality is improved, but the continuity of the light line is interrupted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent positions operating components in the depth dimension (between the continuous-row luminaire and the floor wall) rather than extending them laterally. This allows the functional area to be accessible while the light-emitting face remains continuous and uninterrupted, effectively using the third dimension to resolve the conflict between functionality and visual continuity.
Solution Approach 2:
The operating area of integrated devices is nested within the space between the continuous-row luminaire and the floor wall. This nesting allows additional functionality to be incorporated without protruding into the visual field, maintaining the harmonious appearance of the light line while providing access to controls and interfaces.
2Adaptability or versatility
If operating components are added to devices, then functionality is improved, but the visible interruption of the light line increases
Solution Approach 1:
Operating components are positioned in the depth dimension between the luminaire and floor wall, removing them from the lateral visual field. This dimensional relocation eliminates visible interruptions while preserving full functionality of controls, switches, and interfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates different spatial zones: the light-emitting face maintains a continuous, harmonious quality, while the depth space between luminaire and wall provides functional access. This local differentiation allows the light line to appear uninterrupted from the front while providing full operational capability in the recessed area.
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AI summary
The invention relates to an elongated strip lighting system (1), comprising a U-shaped carrier profile (2), a first coupling region (3) between the base wall (20) of the carrier profile (2) and a second coupling region (4), a power supply unit (5) in the receiving area (A) of the carrier profile (2), a strip lighting lamp (6) electrically contacting the power supply unit (5) and detachably mechanically coupled to the second coupling region (4), and an electrical or electronic unit (7) having a functional region (73) and an operating region (74), wherein the functional region (73) is arranged next to the strip lighting lamp (6) and the operating region (74) extends between the strip lighting lamp (6) and the base wall (20), is electrically contacting the power supply unit (5), and is detachably mechanically coupled to the first coupling region (3). Alternatively, each of the coupling regions (3, 4) is provided on a respective one of the side walls (21, 22) of the carrier profile (2) for mechanically detachably coupling the strip lighting lamp (6) and the unit (7).