Wireless LED Lighting with Adaptive Sensor Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional lighting systems for retrofit and new applications are costly due to wiring and power expenses, rely on low-tech sensors that are not feasible in varying environmental conditions, and do not account for electricity pricing models or energy storage variability.
Innovation Solution
Modular lighting systems with LED or non-LED fixtures, designed for various directions and beam angles, that can be centrally controlled through a network to manage lighting based on energy demand, using sensors and energy storage, and integrating features like RFID readers and energy time-shift interfaces for efficient energy use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional lighting systems are installed with wiring and power infrastructure, then lighting coverage is achieved, but installation cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces conventional wired power delivery with wireless power transmission technology. The lighting fixtures receive power wirelessly through electromagnetic fields, eliminating the need for physical wiring infrastructure. This substitution reduces installation complexity and cost while maintaining reliable lighting coverage, directly addressing the technical contradiction between lighting coverage and installation cost.
2Ease of operation
If conventional systems use fixed lighting configurations, then installation is simplified, but adaptability to different environments is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic, adjustable lighting fixtures that can modify their operational parameters in response to environmental conditions. Sensors detect ambient light levels, occupancy, and environmental factors, allowing the system to adaptively adjust lighting intensity, timing, and distribution. This dynamic capability enables the same fixture design to serve multiple environments effectively, resolving the contradiction between installation simplicity and environmental adaptability.
3Extent of automation
If traditional occupancy sensors are used, then basic lighting control is achieved, but performance under various environmental conditions deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs multi-functional sensor systems that can detect multiple environmental parameters simultaneously (occupancy, ambient light, temperature, humidity). This universal sensing capability allows the lighting control system to respond appropriately to various environmental conditions, maintaining reliable performance across diverse scenarios. The multi-functional sensors replace single-purpose sensors, resolving the contradiction between automation level and sensor reliability under varying conditions.
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AI summary
In embodiments of the present invention, a method and system is provided for designing improved intelligent, LED-based lighting systems. The LED based lighting systems may include fixtures with one or more of rotatable LED light bars, integrated sensors, onboard intelligence to receive signals from the LED light bars and control the LED light bars, and a mesh network connectivity to other fixtures.