阅读说明：本技术 具有模拟火焰和电灭虫器的太阳能供电照明装置 (Solar energy power supply lighting device with simulated flame and electric insect killer ) 是由 埃里克·鲁贝尔 于 2020-04-24 设计创作，主要内容包括：本发明公开了一种具有模拟火焰和电灭虫器的太阳能供电照明装置,包括：具有导电网格的灯部和模拟闪烁火焰的光部,该灯部和光部由充电电池提供电能,该充电电池使用太阳能板充电。除闪烁火焰,还提供一个或多个紫外光元件以吸引昆虫。(The invention discloses a solar power supply lighting device with a simulated flame and an electric insect killer, which comprises: the lighting device comprises a lamp part with a conductive grid and a light part simulating flickering flames, wherein the lamp part and the light part are powered by a rechargeable battery, and the rechargeable battery is charged by a solar panel. In addition to flickering flames, one or more ultraviolet light elements are provided to attract insects.)

1. An illumination device, comprising:

a lamp part configured to emit light, the lamp part including:

a top portion;

at least one cage located below the top;

a base located below the at least one cage and connected to the top by the at least one cage;

an ultraviolet light part installed at the top and including one or more ultraviolet light sources directing ultraviolet light downward;

a conductive mesh element mounted inside the at least one cage;

a light shielding member installed inside the conductive mesh element; and

a flicker light source installed in the light blocking member and configured to emit light in a predetermined pattern through the light blocking member; and

a support configured to receive and support the lamp portion.

2. The lighting device of claim 1, wherein the support comprises an elongated rod configured to support the lamp portion.

3. A lighting device as recited in claim 2, wherein said elongated rod comprises a plurality of rod segments.

4. A lighting device as recited in claim 1, wherein said support member comprises a base member configured to receive a portion of said base portion of said lamp section.

5. A lighting device as recited in claim 1, wherein said at least one cage comprises:

a first cage located on a first side of the lighting device; and

a second cage located on a second side of the lighting device,

wherein the first cage and the second cage are connected to each other to form the at least one cage portion.

6. A lighting device as recited in claim 1, wherein said ultraviolet light source comprises a plurality of ultraviolet light emitting diodes spaced around the periphery of said top portion.

7. A lighting device as recited in claim 1, wherein said shade comprises a partially transparent material.

8. A lighting device as recited in claim 1, wherein said flicker light source comprises:

a first set of light sources positioned to emit light through the light shield; and

a second set of light sources positioned to emit light through the light shield,

wherein the first set of light sources is triggered to emit light in a first mode and the second set of light sources is triggered to emit light in a second mode.

9. A lighting device as recited in claim 8, wherein said first group of light sources are alternately turned on and off according to said first pattern.

10. The illumination device of claim 8, wherein the second set of light sources alternates between high and low brightness according to the second pattern.

11. A lighting device as recited in claim 8, wherein said first group of light sources and said second group of light sources comprise a plurality of light emitting diodes.

12. A lighting device as recited in claim 11, wherein at least one first light emitting diode in said first group of light sources and said second group of light sources is of a first color and at least one second light emitting diode in said first group of light sources and said second group of light sources is of a second color different from said first color.

13. A lighting device as recited in claim 12, wherein said first light emitting diode is part of said first group of light sources and said second light emitting diode is part of said second group of light sources.

14. A lighting device as recited in claim 13, wherein said first light emitting diode and said second light emitting diode are part of said first group of light sources.

15. A lighting device as recited in claim 13, wherein said first light emitting diode and said second light emitting diode are part of said second group of light sources.

16. A lighting device as recited in claim 1, wherein said lighting device comprises at least one control circuit connected to and operable to control said ultraviolet light source, said conductive grid element and said flicker light source.

17. The lighting device of claim 16, further comprising at least one input element connected to the control circuit, wherein the control circuit controls the ultraviolet light source, the conductive mesh element, and the flickering light source based on information provided via the input element.

18. A lighting device as recited in claim 16, further comprising a power source, wherein said power source is connected to said control circuit, and wherein said control circuit controls power to said ultraviolet light source, said conductive grid element, and said flicker light source.

19. A lighting device as recited in claim 1, further comprising:

a power source; and

at least one solar panel mounted on a top surface of the top and connected to the power source such that the power source is charged by power provided by the at least one solar panel.

20. A lighting device as recited in claim 1, further comprising:

a power source; and

a charging circuit connected to the power source and configured to charge the power source.

Technical Field

The invention relates to a solar power supply lighting device with a simulated flame and an electric insect killer.

Background

Conventional electric vermin exterminators are generally dedicated to vermin control and have a perfect vermin extermination function, but neglect aesthetic and other useful functions. Conventional electric insect killers generally attract insects by emitting Ultraviolet (UV) light, but do not provide sufficient ambient lighting. In addition, their design is often unsightly.

In addition, conventional electric insect killers are usually plugged into a socket, which limits their portability. Some electric insect killers may contain batteries, however, this increases maintenance time and expense because the batteries must be replaced or connected to a charging outlet on a regular basis.

It would therefore be advantageous to provide a lighting device with an electric insect killer that avoids the above and other problems.

Disclosure of Invention

The present disclosure is directed to a solar powered lighting device having a simulated flame and an electric insect killer.

An illumination device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes: a lamp section configured to emit light, the lamp section comprising: a top portion; at least one cage located below the top; a base located below the at least one cage and connected to the top by the at least one cage; an ultraviolet light part installed at the top and including one or more ultraviolet light sources directing ultraviolet light downward; a conductive mesh element mounted inside the at least one cage; a light shielding member installed inside the conductive mesh element; and a flicker light source installed in the light blocking member and configured to emit light in a predetermined pattern through the light blocking member; and a support configured to receive and support the lamp part.

In an embodiment, the support comprises an elongated rod configured to support the lamp portion.

In an embodiment, the elongated rod comprises a plurality of rod segments.

In an embodiment, the support member comprises a base member configured to receive a portion of the base of the lamp portion.

In an embodiment, the at least one cage comprises: a first cage located on a first side of the lighting device; and a second cage located on a second side of the lighting device, wherein the first cage and the second cage are connected to each other to form the at least one cage.

In an embodiment, the ultraviolet light source includes a plurality of ultraviolet light emitting diodes spaced around the periphery of the top portion.

In an embodiment, the light shield comprises a partially transparent material.

In an embodiment, the flicker light source comprises a first set of light sources positioned to emit light through the shade and a second set of light sources positioned to emit light through the shade, wherein the first set of light sources is triggered to emit light in a first mode and the second set of light sources is triggered to emit light in a second mode.

In an embodiment, the first set of light sources is alternately turned on and off according to the first pattern.

In an embodiment, the second group of light sources alternates between high and low brightness according to the second pattern.

In an embodiment, the first set of light sources and the second set of light sources comprise a plurality of light emitting diodes.

In an embodiment, at least one first light emitting diode in the first and second sets of light sources is of a first color and at least one second light emitting diode in the first and second sets of light sources is of a second color different from the first color.

In an embodiment, the first light emitting diode is part of the first set of light sources and the second light emitting diode is part of the second set of light sources.

In an embodiment, the first light emitting diode and the second light emitting diode are part of the first set of light sources.

In an embodiment, the first light emitting diode and the second light emitting diode are part of the second set of light sources.

In an embodiment, the lighting device comprises at least one control circuit connected to and operable to control the ultraviolet light source, the conductive mesh element and the flicker light source.

In an embodiment, the lighting device comprises at least one input element connected to the control circuit, wherein the control circuit controls the ultraviolet light source, the conductive mesh element and the flickering light source based on information provided via the input element.

In an embodiment, the lighting device comprises a power source, wherein the power source is connected to the control circuit, and the control circuit controls the power supplied to the ultraviolet light source, the conductive grid element and the flicker light source.

In an embodiment, the lighting device includes a power source and at least one solar panel mounted on the top surface of the top and connected to the power source such that the power source is charged by power provided by the at least one solar panel.

In an embodiment, the lighting device includes a power source and a charging circuit connected to the power source and configured to charge the power source.

Drawings

The foregoing and related objects, features and advantages of the present disclosure will be more fully understood by reference to the following detailed description of the preferred illustrative embodiments of the present disclosure when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein:

FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a solar powered lighting device having a simulated flame element and an electric bug according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 2 illustrates a partially exploded view of the solar powered lighting apparatus of FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 3 illustrates an exploded view of the solar powered lighting apparatus of FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

figure 3A shows a more detailed view of a connector used in the support used in the lighting device of figures 1 and 2;

FIG. 4 illustrates a detailed view of a lamp portion of the lighting device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 5 illustrates a detailed view of a bracket suitable for use in the lighting device of FIG. 4, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 6 illustrates a cross-sectional view of the bracket shown in FIG. 5, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

fig. 7 illustrates a detailed view of the conductive mesh of the lighting device of fig. 1 in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

fig. 7A illustrates a detailed view of the conductive mesh of the lighting device of fig. 1 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 7B illustrates a detailed view of the flicker light source of the illumination device of FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

fig. 8 illustrates an exemplary block diagram of the lamp part illustrated in fig. 4 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Detailed Description

Fig. 1 shows a solar powered lighting arrangement with a simulated flame and an electric insect killer 1 according to an embodiment of the invention. In an embodiment, the lamp part 10 may be located on the support S. In an embodiment, the support S may comprise a rod 3. The base 12 may be disposed at the bottom of the lamp part 10 and may be connected to the support S. In an embodiment, the support S may comprise a rod 3 via a connector 12A. In an embodiment, an angled pin 3B may be provided at the bottom of the bar 3 to allow the bar to be mounted on the ground. In an embodiment, the pole 3 may comprise a plurality of pole segments 3A, the plurality of pole segments 3A being connected together by a connector 3C (see, e.g., fig. 2). In an embodiment, the connector 3C is configured to connect the pole segments 3A to each other. In an embodiment, the connector 3C is configured to provide a connection for the rod 3 and to provide structural integrity of the rod 3. In an embodiment, each connector 3C may include a central disk portion 40a having a first end 40b extending in a first direction from the connector 3C and a second end 40C extending in a second direction opposite the first direction from the central disk portion (see, e.g., fig. 3A). In an embodiment, the first end 40b and the second end 40c are respectively housed in respective ends of adjacent pole segments 3A. In an embodiment, the width and length of the first and second ends 40b, 40c are configured to provide a secure connection of sufficient strength to support the base 12 and the lamp portion 10 on the rod 3. In an embodiment, the total length of the connector 3C may be about 110 mm. In an embodiment, the width of the first and second ends 40b, 40c may be about 21.04mm, while the width of the central disk portion may be wider, about 25.4 mm. In embodiments, these particular dimensions may vary, so long as the connector 3C securely connects the pole segments 3A together and ensures the structural integrity of the pole 3. Although fig. 1-3 illustrate the use of three pole segments 3A, fewer or more pole segments may be used. In an embodiment, angled pin 3B may include a plurality of angled and/or pointed ends to facilitate penetration of the ground.

In an embodiment, as shown in fig. 4, the support member S may include, for example, a bracket 20, and the lamp part 10 may be installed in the bracket 20. In an embodiment, the bracket 20 may include a recess 20A (see, e.g., fig. 6), the recess 20A being sized and shaped to receive the top connector 12A such that the lamp portion 10 may be mounted on the bracket 20 instead of the rod 3. In an embodiment, the rack 20 may be substantially hollow and may include a floor 20B (see, e.g., fig. 3). In an embodiment, when the stand 20 is used, the solar powered lighting device with simulated flame and electric bug 1 may be placed on a table or shelf, and thus a pole may not be used.

In an embodiment, the light section 10 may include a top portion 16, wherein a solar panel 18 is mounted on a top surface of the top portion 16. In an embodiment, the outer cage 14 may be disposed around the periphery of the lamp portion 10. In an embodiment, the outer cage structure 14 may be made of a durable and electrically non-conductive material. In an embodiment, the opening in the cage structure 14 is large enough to allow insects to pass through and enter the interior of the light section 10. In an embodiment, the opening in the cage structure is sized to prevent insertion of a user's finger. In an embodiment, the outer cage 14 may include a first portion 14A and a second portion 14B that are interconnected. In an embodiment, the cage structure 14 may be a unitary structure. In an embodiment, the cage structure 14 may comprise additional segments or portions 3A.

In an embodiment, the conductive mesh 30 may be disposed within the outer cage structure 14. In an embodiment, the conductive grid 30 may include two sets of conductors 30a, 30b disposed adjacent to one another in an alternating pattern (see, e.g., fig. 7). In an embodiment, the conductive grid 30 is energized such that insects contacting it will be electrocuted. Fig. 7A shows another example of a conductive grid 30 in which the contacts 30a, 30b are positioned in an alternating pattern. In an embodiment, a voltage may be established between the two sets of conductors 30a, 30b such that when an insect contacts a conductor from one set and an adjacent conductor from the other set, the insect is killed. In an embodiment, one or more ultraviolet light sources 52 may be disposed on the bottom surface of the top portion 16. In an embodiment, the ultraviolet light source 52 is an ultraviolet light emitting diode. In an embodiment, the ultraviolet light source 52 may be activated when the mesh 30 is energized to attract insects into the light section 10 and towards the mesh 30. In an embodiment, the ultraviolet light source 52 may be mounted on the support 50.

In an embodiment, a removable tray 24 may be provided at the bottom of the lamp portion 10. In an embodiment, insects killed by the mesh 30 will fall into the tray 24. In an embodiment, a sifter 24A (see, e.g., fig. 3) may be provided on the tray 24. In an embodiment, the tray 24 may be removed periodically to clean the insect remains. In an embodiment, a power button or switch 26 may be provided on the lamp portion 10. In fig. 4, the power button or switch 26 may be a push button; of course, any button, switch or other selection switch member may be used. The power button 26 may be located elsewhere on the light section 10.

In an embodiment, a light shielding member 40 may be disposed inside the conductive mesh 30. In an embodiment, the light shield 40 may be cylindrical and disposed around a flicker light section 42 (see fig. 3), which flicker light section 42 in combination with the light shield when activated collectively simulates the appearance of a flickering flame. In embodiments, the shade 40 may be any suitable shape as long as it fits within the mesh 30. In an embodiment, the shade 40 may be tinted or colored to simulate a flickering flame. In an embodiment, the blinking lamp section 42 may be implemented as a flexible printed circuit board 42 (see fig. 3) on which a plurality of light emitting diodes 42A are mounted. In an embodiment, the light emitting diode 42A may be a white light emitting diode that emits light through the shade 30, wherein the shade 30 may be colored or tinted to provide a flame effect. In embodiments, the one or more light emitting diodes 42A may be of different colors to provide the effect of a flame. In an embodiment, the light emitting diodes 42A are divided into at least two groups 42A1, 42A 2. In an embodiment, the first set of leds 42a1 may be driven to blink simultaneously. In an embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7B, the second set of light emitting diodes 42A2 may be driven to synchronize the bright and dark flashes. In an embodiment, the second set of light emitting diodes 42a2 may be located below the first set of light emitting diodes 42a1, and vice versa. In an embodiment, one or more of the first group of light emitting diodes 42a1 or the second group of light emitting diodes 42a2 may have different colors. The combination of the two sets of leds provides a flickering flame effect behind the grid 30, if desired, when viewed through the shade 40 dyed or tinted as described above. In an embodiment, the flame simulation may attract insects and be more aesthetic and more attentive than conventional insect killers. In an embodiment, the light emitting diodes 42A may provide sufficient illumination to allow a user to see the area around the lamp without additional illumination. When mounted on the rod 3, the lamp portion 10 provides the appearance of an exterior torch. One advantage of a solar powered lighting device with a simulated flame and electric insect trap 1 is that it provides the aesthetic appeal of a conventional outdoor torch while avoiding the additional labor required to burn the resulting waste and change the oil and the fire hazard present in conventional outdoor torches.

In an embodiment, a printed circuit board support 44 (see fig. 3) may be provided to hold the printed circuit board of the flash lamp section 42 in place. In an embodiment, a battery 46B (see fig. 3) may also be mounted in the printed circuit board support 44. In an embodiment, the battery 46B may be a rechargeable battery and may be charged by the solar panel 18. In embodiments, the battery 46B may be charged via mains voltage, or via USB, wireless, or other connection if desired. In embodiments, the battery 46B may be charged by any other suitable power source. In embodiments, a charging inlet or port may be provided to connect to a mains voltage or other power source. In embodiments, the battery 46B may be disposed at other locations of the lamp portion 10. Although a battery 46B is shown, any other power source may be used. In embodiments, the power source may be any suitable portable power source. In an embodiment, the solar panel 18 may be directly powered, thereby eliminating the use of the battery 46B.

In an embodiment, a light emitting diode boost circuit (or control circuit) 46 (see fig. 3) that may be used to drive an ultraviolet light emitting diode 52 may be mounted on the bottom surface of the top portion 16 or elsewhere. In an embodiment, the boost circuit (control circuit) 46 may also be used to drive the light emitting diode 42A. In embodiments, other drive circuits may be provided to drive the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52 and/or the light emitting diodes 42A. As described above, the two sets of light emitting diodes 42A1, 42A2 are preferably driven in a particular sequence to simulate a flame.

In an embodiment, the power button or switch 26 is operable to activate the conductive grid 30, but not the flashing light portion 42. In an embodiment, the power button 26 may activate the conductive grid 30, but not the ultraviolet light emitting diode 52; however, in general, the grid and the UV LEDs will be triggered simultaneously. In an embodiment, the conductive mesh 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52, and the twinkle light section 42 are all activated simultaneously by the power button 26. In an embodiment, other input elements besides power button 26 may be used to provide inputs for controlling the conductive mesh 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52, and the flashing light portion 42. In an embodiment, the light sensor 27 may provide information about the ambient light level of the lighting device 1. In an embodiment, the lighting device 1 may be triggered when the ambient light level falls below a threshold level, or the lighting device 1 may be turned off when the light level rises above a threshold. In an embodiment, the light sensor 27 may be a photoreceptor, however, any suitable light sensor device may be used. In an embodiment, the light sensor 27 may be disposed on the solar panel 18. In an embodiment, the light sensor 27 may be integrated into the solar panel 18. In embodiments, a separate light sensor 27 may be provided at other locations of the lighting device 1.

Fig. 8 shows an exemplary block diagram of the lamp section 10. In an embodiment, the battery 46B supplies power to the conductive grid 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diode 52, and the blinking light section 42. The lighting circuit (or control circuit) 46, which may be or include a boost circuit 46 and/or other circuits, may drive the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52 and/or the light emitting diodes 42a1 and 42a2 of the twinkle light section 42. The lighting circuit 46 may include other control circuitry for controlling the activation of the grid 30. As described above, the light emitting diodes 42a1 and 42a2 may be driven in respective patterns to simulate the appearance of a flickering flame. The solar panel 18 may provide electrical power to charge the battery 46B. In embodiments, the lamp portion 10 may include other charging circuits or input circuits to allow USB or wireless charging, if desired. In an embodiment, the lighting circuit 46 may be connected to the power button 26 and may drive the grid 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52, and the flashing light section 42 (including the two sets of light emitting diodes 42a1, 42a2), respectively, based on input provided by the button 26. In an embodiment, a separate control circuit may be provided that is connected to the power button 26 and the control circuit 46 to control the grid 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52, and/or the flashing light portions 42. In an embodiment, light intensity information provided by the light sensor 27 may be provided to the control circuit 46. In an embodiment, the control circuit 46 may include a processor, microprocessor, or other control element or component to provide control of the grid 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52, and the flickering light source 42. In an embodiment, control of the grid 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52, and the flickering light source 42 may be based on input from the power button 26 and the light sensor 27. As described above, the light sensor 27 may be disposed on the solar panel 18 or integrated with the solar panel 18 and connected to the control circuit 46. In one example, the light intensity information provided by sensor 27 may be considered to determine whether to activate the power button. In an embodiment, power button 26 may be pressed once, or placed in a first position, to enter a photocontrol mode in which power is provided to one or more of grid 30, UV LEDs 52, and flashing light portion 42 when the light information indicates a light intensity below a threshold. In an embodiment, one or more of the grid 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52, and the flashing light portion 42 may be deactivated when the light intensity rises above a threshold value. In an embodiment, pressing the button 26 again, or placing it in the second position, may directly activate one or more of the grid 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diode 52, and the flashing light portion 42 without regard to the light intensity information. In an embodiment, as described above, each of the grid 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52, and the blinking light section 42 may be individually triggered based on the operation or position of the power button and/or the light intensity information provided by the light sensor 27, if desired. In an embodiment, the grid 30 and the UV LEDs 52 may be activated without regard to light intensity information. In an embodiment, as described above, other input elements may provide information for controlling the grid 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52, and the flashing light portion 42. In an embodiment, the lighting device 1 may be placed in an off mode in which all of the grid 30, the ultraviolet light emitting diodes 52, and the flickering light source 42 are deactivated and remain in the deactivated state regardless of the light sensor information until the power button 26 or another input circuit is triggered.

Although the present invention has been described in conjunction with specific embodiments thereof, many other variations and modifications and other uses will become apparent to those skilled in the art. It is preferred, therefore, that the present invention not be limited by the specific disclosure herein.