18516220. Active Thermal-Control of a Floodlight and Associated Floodlights simplified abstract (Google LLC)
Contents
- 1 Active Thermal-Control of a Floodlight and Associated Floodlights
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 Active Thermal-Control of a Floodlight and Associated Floodlights - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
Active Thermal-Control of a Floodlight and Associated Floodlights
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Ihab A. Ali of Cupertino CA (US)
Duen Hsing Hsieh of Taipei (TW)
Active Thermal-Control of a Floodlight and Associated Floodlights - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18516220 titled 'Active Thermal-Control of a Floodlight and Associated Floodlights
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes techniques for active thermal control of a floodlight, including using heat-transfer subsystems and thermistors to monitor and regulate temperature within the floodlight.
- The floodlight includes a first heat-transfer subsystem with a fully enclosed heat sink to transfer heat from LEDs to a housing component.
- A second heat-transfer subsystem transfers heat from one or more power supply units (PSUs) to another housing component.
- Thermistors are placed throughout the floodlight to actively monitor temperature, adjusting power consumption if thresholds are exceeded.
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied to various lighting systems, outdoor lighting, stadium lighting, and industrial lighting.
Problems Solved
This technology addresses issues of overheating in floodlights, which can lead to reduced lifespan and performance of the LEDs.
Benefits
The active thermal control system helps maintain optimal operating temperatures, extending the life of the LEDs and improving overall efficiency.
Potential Commercial Applications
Commercial applications include outdoor lighting for parking lots, sports stadiums, industrial facilities, and architectural lighting projects.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include patents related to thermal management systems for LED lighting fixtures or other types of lighting systems.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to passive thermal control methods for floodlights?
This technology actively monitors and regulates temperature, whereas passive methods rely on natural heat dissipation. Active control may be more effective in maintaining optimal operating conditions.
What are the potential cost implications of implementing this active thermal control system in floodlights?
The addition of thermistors and control systems may increase the initial cost of the floodlight, but the potential savings from improved efficiency and extended lifespan of the LEDs could offset this cost over time.
Original Abstract Submitted
This document describes techniques directed to active thermal-control of a floodlight and associated floodlights. As described, an example floodlight includes a first heat-transfer subsystem that uses a fully enclosed heat sink to transfer heat from an array of LEDs to a first housing component of the floodlight. The floodlight further includes a second heat-transfer subsystem to transfer heat from one or more PSUs to a second housing component of the floodlight. Described techniques include using thermistors located throughout the floodlight to actively monitor a temperature profile within the floodlight and, if one or more operating-temperature thresholds are violated, reducing power consumption within the floodlight.
