18040692. PLANAR ILLUMINATION DEVICE simplified abstract (MINEBEA MITSUMI Inc.)
Contents
- 1 PLANAR ILLUMINATION DEVICE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 PLANAR ILLUMINATION DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Questions about Planar Illumination Devices
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
PLANAR ILLUMINATION DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Ippei Kusunoki of Kitasaku-gun (JP)
PLANAR ILLUMINATION DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18040692 titled 'PLANAR ILLUMINATION DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
In a planar illumination device, a reflector is securely fixed to a substrate even during temperature changes.
- The device includes a substrate with light sources, a reflector, a bottom frame, a first fixing member for the reflector, and a second fixing member for the substrate and reflector.
- The second fixing member applies more force at the center of the reflector to ensure stability.
Key Features and Innovation
- Secure fixing of reflector to substrate during temperature changes.
- Use of first and second fixing members for stability.
- Varying force application by second fixing member for better support.
Potential Applications
This technology can be used in:
- LED panel lighting systems
- Backlit displays
- Automotive lighting
Problems Solved
- Ensures reflector stability during temperature fluctuations.
- Prevents detachment of reflector from substrate.
- Maintains consistent illumination quality.
Benefits
- Improved reliability of planar illumination devices.
- Enhanced performance during varying environmental conditions.
- Extended lifespan of lighting systems.
Commercial Applications
This technology can be applied in various commercial settings such as:
- Retail lighting fixtures
- Architectural lighting designs
- Industrial lighting solutions
Questions about Planar Illumination Devices
How does the reflector fixation mechanism improve the performance of planar illumination devices?
The reflector fixation mechanism ensures stability and consistent illumination quality, even during temperature changes, leading to improved reliability and longevity of the lighting system.
What are the potential applications of planar illumination devices in different industries?
Planar illumination devices can be used in various industries such as retail, architecture, and automotive for lighting solutions that require stable and high-quality illumination.
Original Abstract Submitted
In a planar illumination device according to an embodiment, a reflector can be stably fixed to a substrate even when a temperature change occurs. A planar illumination device includes a substrate provided with a plurality of light sources at one surface side, a reflector provided at the one surface side of the substrate, a bottom frame provided at a surface side of the substrate opposite to the one surface side, a first fixing member configured to fix a center portion of the reflector in a longitudinal direction to the bottom frame, and a second fixing member configured to fix the one surface of the substrate and the reflector. A force of the second fixing member restricting the substrate and the reflector is greater at a center portion of the reflector in the longitudinal direction than at a portion of the reflector separated in the longitudinal direction from the center portion.