Vacuum Tool Parking Holder With Delayed Illumination
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing canister vacuum cleaners face difficulties in allowing users to easily insert the vacuuming tool into the holding device, especially in dark environments, and lack adequate illumination for proper storage and usage.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating an illumination device associated with the holding device, which includes light sources and light guides for clear visibility, and a circuit means for delayed switching off to maintain illumination after the vacuum cleaner is turned off, ensuring the user can see the holding device for a short period to insert the vacuuming tool.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If an illumination device is added to the holding device, then visibility of the holding device is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The illumination device is integrated into the holding device structure, combining lighting functionality with the existing holding mechanism. The light source is positioned within the holding device housing, and the illumination function is merged with the structural elements of the holding device, thereby improving visibility without proportionally increasing overall device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
A light guide element acts as an intermediary between the light source and the external environment, directing and distributing light to illuminate the holding device and its reception area. This intermediary component enables effective illumination while allowing the light source to be compactly integrated within the holding device structure
2Illumination intensity
If illumination is provided continuously, then visibility is maintained, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The illumination device operates periodically rather than continuously, being activated only when the vacuum cleaner is in the parked position or when the holding device is being used. The illumination is automatically switched off after a predetermined time period or when the vacuum cleaner is moved from the parked position, thereby maintaining visibility when needed while significantly reducing overall energy consumption
Solution Approach 2:
The illumination device is controlled through feedback mechanisms that detect the operational state of the vacuum cleaner (such as whether it is in the parked position or being moved). Based on this feedback, the illumination is automatically activated or deactivated, ensuring energy-efficient operation while maintaining visibility during relevant operational phases
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enhances user convenience by providing clear visibility of the holding device in dark environments, facilitating easier insertion and storage, while also offering flexible storage options and energy-efficient operation.
Implementation Method 1
the illumination device includes at least one light source disposed in the housing and a light guide associated with the light source and extending to the surface of the housing
Data Source
AI summary
A vacuum cleaner includes a housing having at least one holding device configured to receive a vacuuming tool in a parked position and at least one illumination device associated with the holding device.