Work Lamp Magnetic Tray and Pivot Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional flashlights lack a convenient means for storing small parts and are not self-supporting, making them unsuitable for directing light in various directions effectively.
Innovation Solution
A lighting device with a pivotally connected head section and base section, featuring a magnetic storage cavity and removable tools, allowing variable positioning and orientation of the light source, along with a telescoping pick-up tool and attachment options.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional flashlights are designed simply for illumination, then they are easy to manufacture and lightweight, but they lack storage capability for small parts
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines a storage cavity with the flashlight body, merging two separate functions (illumination and storage) into a single integrated device. The storage cavity is formed within the housing structure, allowing small parts to be stored alongside the illumination function without requiring separate storage containers.
Solution Approach 2:
The flashlight housing serves multiple purposes: it protects the illumination components, provides structural support, and creates a storage cavity for small parts. The magnetic floor within the housing adds another function by providing secure retention for metallic or magnetic objects, making the device universally applicable for both lighting and organization tasks.
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional flashlights are designed for fixed positioning, then they are simple in structure, but they cannot direct light in various directions effectively
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates a rotatable head assembly that can pivot relative to the body, allowing the illumination direction to be dynamically adjusted. This dynamic positioning capability enables the user to direct light in various directions while maintaining a relatively simple mechanical connection between the head and body portions.
Solution Approach 2:
The flashlight is divided into distinct segments: a body portion containing the power source and control elements, and a head portion containing the light source and reflector. These segments are connected through a pivot mechanism, allowing independent movement of the head to change light direction without affecting the stability of the body.
3Stability of the object's composition
If conventional flashlights lack self-supporting features, then they are simpler in design, but they cannot stably direct light in selected positions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates a magnetic floor within the housing that provides self-supporting capability for metallic or magnetic objects. This magnetic retention system allows the flashlight to stably hold small parts in selected positions without requiring external support structures or additional mounting mechanisms.
4Ease of operation
If conventional flashlights do not include storage means, then they are lighter and simpler, but they cannot conveniently store small parts like screws and nuts
Solution Approach 1:
The storage cavity is integrated into the flashlight housing structure, combining the illumination device with a storage compartment. This merging eliminates the need for separate storage containers and provides convenient access to stored items during use.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces mechanical retention mechanisms (such as clips or lids) with a magnetic field-based retention system. The magnetic floor provides secure holding of metallic or magnetic small parts through magnetic attraction, eliminating the need for complex mechanical closure systems while improving ease of operation.
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 convenient storage of small items and flexible light direction, enhancing usability in diverse situations by providing a stable and versatile lighting solution.
Implementation Method 1
The base section includes a storage cavity with a magnetic floor
Implementation Method 2
The head section includes a light source, and the base section includes a storage cavity with a magnetic floor. The head section comprises a base frame, a cover attached to the base frame, and a light source disposed so as to selectively emit light beyond the cover in an emission direction
Data Source
AI summary
A lighting device provides a storage tray or cavity. The lighting device includes a head section pivotally connected to a base section via a connection assembly. The head section includes a light source, and the base section includes a storage cavity with a magnetic floor. The connection assembly allows the head section to be variably positioned relative to the base section by pivoting simultaneously about mutually orthogonal axes, one of which is fixed relative to the base section, and the other of which is movable relative to the base section. The lighting device may optionally include removable tools, such as a telescopic pick-up tool, and/or various means for attaching the lighting device to a support.