Unified Lighting Control Device for Multi-Type Activation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Homeowners face difficulties in controlling various types of lights around their property, such as manually turning on walkway lights and motion-activated security lights, and coordinating their activation based on specific conditions like time, ambient light, and motion detection.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device that coordinates the control of different types of lights by receiving data from a client device indicating conditions for activation, using sensors to determine when these conditions are met, and transmitting signals to activate or deactivate the lights accordingly, regardless of their power source or connection type.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple different types of lights are installed around the property for various purposes, then the lighting functionality and security coverage are improved, but the complexity of controlling each light type manually increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple light types (floodlights, spotlights, landscape lights) and their control functions into a single integrated electronic device that can manage all lights through a unified interface and centralized control logic, eliminating the need for separate manual control of each light type
Solution Approach 2:
The electronic device is designed with universal control capabilities that can handle different light types with different power requirements (hardwired, low-voltage, battery-powered) through a single device that adapts to various light configurations and control scenarios
2Adaptability or versatility
If motion-activated lights are installed at multiple locations for security purposes, then the security coverage is improved, but the ability to coordinate activation across different lights is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic device incorporates sensor inputs that detect motion and environmental conditions, using this feedback information to intelligently determine when and which lights to activate, coordinating their operation based on real-time conditions rather than independent motion detection at each light
Solution Approach 2:
The electronic device acts as an intermediary between motion sensors and multiple light sources, receiving sensor data and translating it into coordinated activation patterns across different light types and locations, ensuring synchronized security response
3Ease of manufacture
If manual control methods are used for each light type, then simplicity of individual light installation is maintained, but the time and effort required to control each light separately increases
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic device enables lights to operate autonomously based on programmed conditions and sensor inputs, eliminating the need for manual intervention in daily light control operations while maintaining simple installation through standardized connections
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure describes an electronic device that is capable of coordinating the control of various types of lights. For example, the electronic device may receive data indicating conditions for activating the light emitters. The electronic device may then obtain sensor data generated by various sensors, such as motion sensors, light sensors, or a timer. Using the sensor data, the electronic device may determine that the conditions are satisfied and, in response, cause the light emitters to activate. To activate a first type of light emitters, the electronic device may cause power to be provided to the first type of emitters via connectors. Additionally, to activate additional types of light emitters, the electronic device may transmit signals to the additional types of light emitters that include commands to activate. The additional types of light emitters may be powered by the electronic device or external power sources.