Vanity Mirror Light Column for Adjustable Color Temperature
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional vanity mirrors often distort images due to poor reflective surfaces and harsh light sources, and their light sources are typically energy inefficient and difficult to adjust.
Innovation Solution
A mirror system with a head comprising a first mirror assembly and a second mirror assembly that can pivot, along with adjustable light sources emitting different color temperatures, allowing for various lighting environments to be simulated, and controlled remotely via a mobile device.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Use of energy by moving object
If conventional light sources are used in vanity mirrors, then illumination is provided, but energy efficiency is poor and adjustment capability is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements adjustable LED light sources with variable brightness and color temperature control, allowing the lighting system to dynamically adapt to different user needs and environmental conditions, resolving the contradiction between energy efficiency and adaptability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the parameters of the light sources by using LED technology with adjustable intensity and color temperature, enabling energy-efficient operation while providing versatile lighting adjustment capabilities across different grooming scenarios
2Illumination intensity
If harsh light sources are used in vanity mirrors, then illumination is provided, but image distortion occurs and reflection quality deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent positions multiple LED light sources at specific locations around the mirror (front, rear, left, right sides) to create localized illumination zones that collectively provide even, distortion-free lighting across the entire reflective surface, eliminating harsh shadows and hot spots
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple mirror assemblies are added to provide adjustable viewing angles, then versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the mirror into multiple independent mirror assemblies (first mirror assembly and second mirror assembly) that can be independently positioned and adjusted, allowing versatile viewing angle adjustment while keeping each individual mirror assembly relatively simple in structure
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 mirror system provides a clear, adjustable, and energy-efficient lighting solution that mimics natural sunlight and indoor light conditions, enhancing image reflection quality and user convenience.
Implementation Method 1
the light source comprising a plurality of light emitting sources (e.g., at least a first light emitting diode and a second light emitting diode) having different color temperatures
Implementation Method 2
mechanical communication with the first mirror assembly via a pivoting member that is configured to allow movement of the second mirror assembly with respect to the first mirror assembly
Implementation Method 3
a reflective face of the first mirror assembly and a reflective face of the second mirror assembly are configured to form a plurality of angles α relative to each another
Data Source
AI summary
A mirror assembly can include a housing, a mirror, and a light source. In some embodiments, the mirror comprises one or more adjustable sections. In certain embodiments, the mirror includes a light column configured to emit a substantially constant amount of light along a periphery of a mirror section. In some embodiments, the light column can produce various color temperatures. In some embodiments, the mirror assembly comprises a capacitive touch sensor that allows control of one or more features of the light emitted from the light source. In some embodiments, the mirror assembly includes a sensor assembly. The sensor assembly can be configured control on/off settings and other features of the emitted light.