Under-Cabinet Power and LED Lighting Integration Without Backsplash Clutter
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current electrical, lighting, and charging systems are not integrated seamlessly into cabinetry and casework designs, leading to obtrusive appearances and the need to remove devices from backsplash areas, which compromises design features.
Innovation Solution
A system that integrates power and lighting into a single component for easy installation under cabinets, using split wiring for continuous power and line voltage LED lighting, allowing for discreet placement behind molding or within cabinetry, with options for DIY, professional, and high-end applications, including corded and hardwired varieties with dimmer control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If electrical devices are integrated into backsplash areas, then power and lighting functionality is provided, but design features are compromised and appearance becomes obtrusive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts electrical devices from the backsplash area and relocates them to the cabinet soffit area above the countertop. This extraction removes the visual obstruction from the backsplash design while maintaining all electrical functionality in a new location that does not compromise aesthetic features.
2Ease of manufacture
If electrical systems are installed separately, then installation flexibility is maintained, but installation complexity increases and seamless integration is not achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges power outlets, USB charging ports, and LED lighting into a single integrated electrical assembly that installs as one unit in the cabinet soffit. This consolidation simplifies installation by reducing the number of separate components and steps, while achieving seamless integration of multiple functions that would be complex if installed separately.
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 a seamless integration of electrical, lighting, and charging systems, maintaining design integrity by hiding components, providing user-friendly installation, and meeting various client needs with customizable lengths and configurations, while ensuring safety and aesthetic appeal.
Implementation Method 1
line voltage LED lighting
Data Source
AI summary
This disclosure includes a system and method for integrating a power and lighting system into one component for ease of installation under cabinets or other areas. The wiring may be split at the entrance into the chassis. Continuous power may be maintained at the receptacle locations while also powering the line voltage LED lighting via a control device such as, for example, a slide dimmer.