Theatre Light With Remotely Positionable LED Modules

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current multiparameter theatre lighting fixtures using LEDs are limited in their ability to dynamically direct light to multiple locations on a projection surface simultaneously, lacking control over light energy distribution and pattern.

Innovation Solution

A theatre lighting apparatus with a lamp housing containing multiple light emitting modules, each with independently remotely controllable pan and tilt axes, allowing for simultaneous projection of light in different directions and colors, and a computer memory to store axis values for precise control.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a single lamp housing with multiple LEDs projects light in the same direction, then the device structure is simple, but the ability to direct light to multiple locations simultaneously is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveability to direct light to multiple locationsVSAvoiddevice structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The lamp housing is divided into multiple independently controllable light emitting modules, each with its own pan and tilt axes. This segmentation allows each module to direct light to different locations simultaneously, resolving the contradiction between maintaining simple structure and achieving multi-location lighting capability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The light emitting modules are made dynamically adjustable through remotely controllable pan and tilt mechanisms. This dynamic capability enables the system to adapt and direct light to multiple locations simultaneously, transforming a static single-direction light source into a versatile multi-directional lighting system.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Ease of operation

If light emitting modules are made remotely positionable with independent pan and tilt axes, then light distribution control is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelight energy distribution controlVSAvoidnumber of controllable parameters
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Each light emitting module is equipped with universal pan and tilt control capabilities, allowing the same structural design to be applied across all modules. This multi-functionality enables centralized control of multiple parameters while maintaining ease of operation through standardized interfaces and remote control systems.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple light emitting modules with independent control are used, then lighting flexibility and precision are enhanced, but the manufacturing complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelighting flexibility and precisionVSAvoidmanufacturing complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The system is segmented into identical or similar light emitting modules that can be manufactured using the same processes. This modular segmentation allows for standardized manufacturing while achieving high lighting flexibility and precision through the combination of multiple identical units, each with independent pan and tilt control.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

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

Enables dynamic control of light energy distribution and pattern, allowing multiple beams of light to be directed to various locations on a projection surface, enhancing the flexibility and precision of lighting effects.

Implementation Method 1

The theatre light of one or more embodiments of the present invention incorporates a plurality of light emitting modules contained within a lamp housing each having a remotely controllable pan and tilt axis

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight emitting diode: Light Emitting Diode

Data Source

PatentUS9404641B2Theatre light comprising of a plurality of remotely positionable light emitting modules
Publication Date: 2016.08.02 ELECTRONIC THEATRE CONTROLS INC
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AI summary

A theater lighting apparatus including a plurality of light emitting modules or light emitting devices contained within a lamp housing each having a remotely controllable pan and tilt axis. The theater lighting apparatus is also capable of remotely positioning the lamp housing containing the plurality of light emitting modules. The theater lighting apparatus may include a base, and the lamp housing. The plurality of light emitting devices may include a first light emitting device which is individually remotely positionable to project a first light in a first direction, a second light emitting device which is individually remotely positionable to project a second light in a second direction, and a third light emitting device which is individually remotely positionable to project a third light in a third direction. The first direction, the second direction, and the third direction may be different from each other.