Swinging Lamp Connector for Damage-Free Packaging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional lamp connectors with pin-type configurations complicate packaging, risk damage during transportation and handling due to protrusions, and restrict movement, especially in retrofit lamps with non-360° light emission.
Innovation Solution
The introduction of a swinging connector that pivots between a retracted and extended position to reduce packaging costs and risks of damage, and a rotatable connector that allows the lamp to rotate while remaining in the socket, eliminating the need for additional protective packaging and enabling movement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a pin-type connector is used, then electrical connection is achieved, but packaging complexity increases and damage risk increases due to protrusions
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is designed to swing between a retracted position (during packaging and transport) and an extended position (during operation). This dynamic configuration allows the connector to be protected during shipping while still providing reliable electrical connection when installed, resolving the contradiction between connection reliability and packaging complexity
2Reliability
If a pin-type connector is used, then electrical connection is achieved, but damage risk increases during transportation and handling
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is preliminarily positioned in a retracted state before shipping, preventing potential puncture damage to other lamps or packaging materials. The retracted position eliminates the harmful effect of protruding pins during transportation, while the connector can be extended to its functional position upon installation
3Stability of the object's composition
If a fixed connector is used, then structural stability is maintained, but lamp movement flexibility is restricted
Solution Approach 1:
The swinging connector provides rotational freedom around the pivot point, allowing the lamp to be positioned at various angles while maintaining secure electrical connection. This dynamic capability enables retrofit lamps with non-360° light emission to be oriented optimally, combining structural stability with movement flexibility
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 swinging and rotatable connectors simplify packaging, reduce the risk of damage during handling, and enhance the flexibility of lamp placement, particularly beneficial for retrofit lamps with non-uniform light emission patterns.
Implementation Method 1
a swinging connector coupled to the pivot connection point, the swinging connector being operative to pivot between a first position close in proximity to the lamp and a second position at distance away from the lamp
Implementation Method 2
a rotatable connector allows the lamp the rotate while remaining in the socket
Data Source
AI summary
Lamp connectors are provided. The lamp connectors include a swinging connector and a rotatable connector. The swinging connector is coupled to a pivot connection point disposed on a first exterior surface of a lamp. The swinging connector is operative to pivot between a first position close in proximity to the lamp and a second position at distance away from the lamp. A portion of the swinging connector may be received and retained by a second exterior surface of the lamp, when the lamp is in the first position. The rotatable connector is attached to an end of a lamp via a rotation mechanism. The rotation mechanism is disposed on the end of the lamp. The rotatable connector includes a surface and a pin protruding therefrom. The pin is offset from a central portion of the end of the lamp.