Example embodiments relate to modular posts with functional pole modules. One example modular post includes a plurality of pole modules arranged one above the other along a central axis of the modular post. The plurality of pole modules includes a functional pole module for receiving and/or transmitting signals. The functional pole module includes a housing that includes a lower section, a middle section, and an upper section. The functional pole module also includes a functional unit that includes a wireless communication means and a power and data interface. The power and data interface is configured for being connected to a power source and to the wireless communication means. The lower section and/or the upper section include coupling interfaces configured for mechanically coupling the functional pole module to another pole module of the plurality of pole modules.
Lighting system and method for lighting a traffic surface comprising at least one luminaire with an optical unit, and a controller for controlling said optical unit; at least one sensor for sensing data related to an event in the vicinity of the traffic surface and/or a receiver for receiving data related to said event. The lighting system is configured for determining the occurrence of an event in the vicinity of and/or on the traffic surface based on the sensed data and/or the received data. When the occurrence of an event has been determined, the light output of the optical unit is controlled according to a first light configuration to form at least one strip light pattern on the traffic surface extending in a width direction substantially perpendicular to a predetermined direction of the traffic surface. An optical unit configured for outputting a strip light pattern is also provided.
A method of performing management in a luminaire network comprising a plurality of luminaires and a control system, each luminaire of said plurality of luminaires being configured to operate in accordance with at least one profile which defines one or more settings of the luminaire in function of time, said method comprising performing by said control system the steps of: retrieving a position of one or more luminaires of the plurality of luminaires from a luminaire network database; based on the retrieved position, selecting an infrastructure use and/or feature from an infrastructure database, said infrastructure database storing a plurality of different infrastructure uses and/or features; determining, for each of the one or more luminaires, at least one profile based on the selected infrastructure use and/or feature.
The invention relates to a luminaire network comprising a plurality of luminaires as well as a central unit, and comprising a central communication unit. A plurality of luminaires in the network comprises a communication unit configured to make it possible for the luminaires to communicate with each other and/or with the central communication unit, as well as a control unit configured to control the luminaire as well as the communication unit. The central unit comprises information about the location of the luminaires. A plurality of the luminaires in the luminaire network further comprise at least one sensor which can sense information relating to the environment of the luminaire, wherein the communication unit of said luminaires is configured to send messages relating to the sensed information to the central communication unit, and the central unit is configured to analyze the received messages and to output the results of the analysis.
G08B 19/00 - Alarms responsive to two or more different undesired or abnormal conditions, e.g. burglary and fire, abnormal temperature and abnormal rate of flow
G08B 13/196 - Actuation by interference with heat, light, or radiation of shorter wavelengthActuation by intruding sources of heat, light, or radiation of shorter wavelength using passive radiation detection systems using image scanning and comparing systems using television cameras
G08B 21/10 - Alarms for ensuring the safety of persons responsive to calamitous events, e.g. tornados or earthquakes
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
H05B 47/12 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by detecting audible sound
H05B 47/125 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by using cameras
H05B 47/175 - Controlling the light source by remote control
A luminaire system comprising: a light module with at least one light source; a first peripheral interface device and a second peripheral interface device; a first interface configured to receive first signals from the first peripheral interface device using a first protocol; a second interface configured to send second signals to the second peripheral interface device using a second protocol; wherein the first protocol and the second protocol are different; a transfer module configured to transfer first data content included in a first input signal received at the first interface and/or first processed data based on said first data content, to the second interface; a control means configured to control the signaling between the first interface, the transfer module and the second interface.
Example embodiments relate to managing a network that includes multiple communication devices. One example set of devices adapted to form a local network includes at least one first communication device and at least one second communication device. Both the first and the second communication devices include a first communication module to communicate in the local network. The first communication device includes a second communication module. Both the first communication device and the second communication device are adapted to be operationally connected to a power cutoff detection module. The first communication device includes a first energy storage module and is configured to operate in a first power cutoff mode when the power cutoff detection module detects a power cutoff. The second communication device includes a second energy storage module and is configured to operate in a second power cutoff mode when the power cutoff detection module detects a power cutoff.
Example embodiments relate to optical plates with integrated connections. One example lighting unit includes a substrate. The lighting unit also includes one or more light sources provided to a top surface of the substrate. Additionally, the lighting unit includes at least one electrical contact provided to the top surface of the substrate. Further, the lighting unit includes an optical plate having an inner surface and an outer surface. The optical plate includes one or more optical elements. The one or more optical elements are configured for cooperating with the one or more light sources. The inner surface of the optical plate faces the top surface of the substrate. The optical plate further includes at least one electrical connecting element. The at least one electrical connecting element is configured for being connected electrically to the at least one electrical contact, and for providing electrical connection through the optical plate.
F21V 17/06 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages onto or by the lamp holder
F21V 31/00 - Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements
Luminaire assembly comprising: a light source (100), a support (200) for carrying the light source, a protector (300) for protecting the light source (100) from external environmental influences, the protector (300) having an open top (310) for accommodating the support (200), a bottom (320) facing the light source (100) and a peripheral wall (330) between the open top (310) and the bottom (320). The peripheral wall comprises a transparent or translucent portion. The light source is configured to send light in use through said portion of the peripheral wall. The protector is provided with a light absorbing surface arranged inside of the protector and facing the light source. The light absorbing surface is configured such that in use part of the light emitted from the light source is absorbed by the light absorbing surface to reduce upward light pollution.
Example embodiments relate to methods for assembling optical modules of a luminaire and optical assembly. One example method includes providing a frame with at least one opening. The method also includes providing a plurality of optical modules to the frame, each optical module of the plurality of optical modules being provided to an opening of the at least one opening. Additionally, the method includes providing a support means to each of the plurality of optical modules and/or to each of the at least one opening. Further, the method includes assembling the plurality of optical modules to the frame by plastically reshaping a material portion in contact with the frame and the optical module. When the optical module is assembled to the frame, a first bottom surface of the optical module is substantially at a same level as a second bottom surface of the frame.
F21V 17/10 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages characterised by specific fastening means or way of fastening
Example embodiments relate to methods for assembling optical modules of a luminaire and optical assembly. One example method includes providing a frame with at least one opening. The method also includes providing a plurality of optical modules to the frame, each optical module of the plurality of optical modules being provided to an opening of the at least one opening. Additionally, the method includes providing a support means to each of the plurality of optical modules and/or to each of the at least one opening. Further, the method includes assembling the plurality of optical modules to the frame by plastically reshaping a material portion in contact with the frame and the optical module. When the optical module is assembled to the frame, a first bottom surface of the optical module is substantially at a same level as a second bottom surface of the frame.
F21V 17/10 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages characterised by specific fastening means or way of fastening
Example embodiments relate to systems and methods for driving and controlling light sources. One embodiment includes a luminaire system. The luminaire system includes a support that includes a plurality of first light sources and a plurality of second light sources. The luminaire system also includes one or more first optical elements associated with the plurality of first light sources. Further, the luminaire system includes one or more second optical elements associated with the plurality of second light sources. Additionally, the luminaire system includes a drive and control means configured to drive and control the plurality of first light sources according to a first profile and the plurality of second light sources according to a second profile different from the first profile. The first profile defines a first drive output as a function of time and the second profile defines a second drive output as a function of time.
A method of controlling an actuator in a sensor and actuator network comprising a first physical sensor at a first node and an actuator at a second node, comprising: associating the first physical sensor to a sensor group: defining the first physical sensor as a publisher for publishing a first state in the sensor group, being based on data sensed by the first physical sensor, from said first node to at least said second node. The method further comprises: creating a virtual sensor having a state at the second node and associating the virtual sensor to the sensor group, defining the virtual sensor as a subscriber for receiving the first state as its state, and controlling the actuator based on the virtual sensor state: or, determining a group state of the sensor group based on the first state, and controlling the actuator based on the group state.
H05B 47/115 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
An assembly, in particular a luminaire assembly, more in particular for use in tunnels, comprising a trunking profile having an open side, a cover configured to close the open side of the trunking profile, and a light source and/or one or more electrical and/or electronic components arranged in said trunking profile, wherein said cover is provided with a gasket arranged around a periphery of the cover, and wherein the trunking profile is configured to be elastically flexed so as to widen the open side in order to receive the cover and to enclose a portion of the periphery with gasket under tension when deflexed.
A method for testing a luminaire system, and in particular for testing whether a controller (10) of the luminaire system has been correctly installed, said controller (10) being configured to control a light source, wherein, the controller is connected through a first connection interface (11; 11a, 11b) to a driver (20), the method comprising automatically controlling by the controller (10) the following step: a) applying a light output control profile for controlling a light output of the light source during a time period, and determining at least one measure representative for the light output of the light source during said time period.
H05B 47/20 - Responsive to malfunctions or to light source lifeCircuit arrangements for operating light sources in general, i.e. where the type of light source is not relevant for protection
A lighting apparatus comprising: a plurality of housings comprising a first housing having a first wall and a second housing having a second wall; wherein said first wall faces said second wall; at least one lighting unit being provided to the first housing; a spacing means configured for arranging said first wall at a distance of said second wall such that an air flow channel is defined between the first wall and the second wall, a minimum distance between the first wall and the second wall being at most 3 cm, preferably at most 1 cm, more preferably at most 5 mm, and being larger than 0.5 mm, preferably larger than 1 mm, said air flow channel extending in an upward direction between an air entrance and an air exit; wherein said first and second walls are made of a thermally conductive material.
F21V 29/83 - Cooling arrangements characterised by passive heat-dissipating elements, e.g. heat-sinks the elements having apertures, ducts or channels, e.g. heat radiation holes
F21S 2/00 - Systems of lighting devices, not provided for in main groups or , e.g. of modular construction
F21V 15/01 - Housings, e.g. material or assembling of housing parts
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
F21Y 103/10 - Elongate light sources, e.g. fluorescent tubes comprising a linear array of point-like light-generating elements
Example embodiments relate to luminaire networks with sensors. One example luminaire network includes a plurality of luminaires and a central unit that includes a central communication unit. The plurality of luminaires includes a communication unit configured to make it possible for the luminaires to communicate with each other and/or with the central communication unit. The plurality of luminaires also includes a control unit configured to control the luminaire as well as the communication unit. The central unit is configured to have access to information about the location of the luminaires. At least one of the plurality of luminaires in the luminaire network further includes at least one sensor which can sense information relating to the environment. The communication unit of the luminaire is configured to send messages relating to the sensed information to the central communication unit and/or to at least one other luminaire including a communication unit.
G08B 19/00 - Alarms responsive to two or more different undesired or abnormal conditions, e.g. burglary and fire, abnormal temperature and abnormal rate of flow
G08B 13/196 - Actuation by interference with heat, light, or radiation of shorter wavelengthActuation by intruding sources of heat, light, or radiation of shorter wavelength using passive radiation detection systems using image scanning and comparing systems using television cameras
G08B 21/10 - Alarms for ensuring the safety of persons responsive to calamitous events, e.g. tornados or earthquakes
H05B 47/12 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by detecting audible sound
H05B 47/125 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by using cameras
H05B 47/175 - Controlling the light source by remote control
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
Example embodiments relate to tiltable luminaire joints. One example tiltable joint for a luminaire includes a first joint portion that includes a joint member provided with an outer cylindrical surface section having an axis and opposing bearings aligned with said axis. The outer cylindrical surface section being provided with a first plurality of interengaging surfaces. The tiltable joint also includes a second joint portion that includes a joint housing provided with a pair of axially-aligned receiving surfaces, and an inner cylindrical surface provided with a second plurality of interengaging surfaces configured to interengage the first plurality of interengaging surface. The joint member of the first joint portion is configured for being housed within the joint housing of the second joint portion. Further, the tiltable joint includes first and second shaft portions that extend in alignment with the pair of axially-aligned bearings. Additionally, the tiltable joint includes a fixation means.
F16M 11/10 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a horizontal axis
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
F21S 8/08 - Lighting devices intended for fixed installation with a standard
F21V 21/116 - Fixing lighting devices to arms or standards
F21W 131/103 - Outdoor lighting of streets or roads
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Method for configuring a luminaire system and device for use therein
A method for configuring a luminaire system comprising a first device and a second device, and a control line between said first device and said second device, wherein said second device is configurable to send and/or receive signals through the control line to/from the first device using any one of a plurality of different protocols, and wherein said first device is configured to use one of the plurality of different protocols, the method comprising: measuring at least one value representative for an impedance of the first device as seen from the control line, such as a voltage and/or current at the control line; based on the at least one measured value, selecting a corresponding protocol of said plurality of protocols; and configuring the second device to use the selected corresponding protocol.
Example embodiments relate to luminaire heads with removable caps. One example luminaire head includes a housing having a cap opening. The luminaire head also includes a removable cap for closing the cap opening of the housing. The removable cap has an inner side and an outer side. Additionally, the luminaire head includes one or more connectors provided to the inner side of the removable cap for connecting at least a first wiring to a second internal wiring of the luminaire head.
A luminaire head (12) for a luminaire (1), preferably an outdoor luminaire, said luminaire head (12) comprising: a light module (121) provided with a light source (1211); a gear module (122) provided with a light source driving means; and a fixation assembly (10) configured to connect the luminaire head (12) to a luminaire support, such as a luminaire pole (11), and to adjust an orientation of at least the light module (121); wherein a first portion of the luminaire head (12) comprising at least the fixation assembly (10) extends over a distance of at least 25% of a length (LI) of the luminaire head (12), and a second portion of the luminaire head (12) comprising at least the light module (121) is configured to be rotated with respect to said first portion around a rotation axis (A); wherein the fixation assembly (10) is configured to fix the light module (121) in a plurality of fixing positions (P1, P2, P3).
A modular post comprising a plurality of pole modules arranged one above the other along a central axis, said pole modules comprising a functional pole module for receiving and/or transmitting signals; said functional pole module comprising: a housing comprising a lower, middle, and upper sections; a functional unit comprising a wireless communication means, and a power and data interface configured for being connected to a power source and to the wireless communication means, for powering the wireless communication means, for powering another functional unit of another functional pole module, and for transmitting and/or receiving data to/from the another functional unit; wherein the lower section comprises a coupling interface for coupling the functional pole module to another pole module located below along the central axis, and/or wherein the upper section comprises a coupling interface for coupling the functional pole module to another pole module located above along the central axis.
Described herein is a control arrangement for mounting on an external surface of a luminaire. The control arrangement comprises a control module (1) and a control module base configured to be mounted to one another. The control module base comprises a near-field communication means configured to communicate with a near-field communication unit provided in the control module (1).
H05B 47/19 - Controlling the light source by remote control via wireless transmission
H01Q 1/00 - Details of, or arrangements associated with, antennas
H01Q 1/22 - SupportsMounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
H01Q 1/40 - Radiating elements coated with, or embedded in, protective material
H01Q 1/52 - Means for reducing coupling between antennas Means for reducing coupling between an antenna and another structure
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
H05B 47/195 - Controlling the light source by remote control via wireless transmission the transmission using visible or infrared light
A luminaire driver system comprising: a driver (200) having a driver housing (250) with output connections (202) for connection to at least one light source (110); wherein the driver comprises a driver circuitry (210) arranged in said driver housing, said driver circuitry being configured to perform a driving functionality of the at least one light source (110); wherein said driver housing is provided with a receiving means (260) for receiving a pluggable surge protection module (300); the surge protection module (300) comprising surge protection circuitry (310), wherein the surge protection module and/or the receiving means are configured such that the surge protection circuitry is connectable to a power supply and such that the surge protection circuitry is electrically connected to the driver circuitry, when the surge protection module is received in the receiving means.
H05B 45/50 - Circuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED] responsive to malfunctions or undesirable behaviour of LEDsCircuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED] responsive to LED lifeProtective circuits
A luminaire system comprising: a light module with at least one light source; a first peripheral interface device and a second peripheral interface device; a first interface configured to receive first signals from the first peripheral interface device using a first protocol; a second interface configured to send second signals to the second peripheral interface device using a second protocol; wherein the first protocol and the second protocol are different; a transfer module configured to transfer first data content included in a first input signal received at the first interface and/or first processed data based on said first data content, to the second interface; a control means configured to control the signaling between the first interface, the transfer module and the second interface.
Example embodiments relate to light emitting devices with adaptable glare classes. One example light emitting device includes a carrier. The light emitting device also includes a plurality of light sources disposed on the carrier. Additionally, the light emitting device includes a plurality of lenses disposed on the carrier and covering the plurality of light sources. Each lens of the plurality of lenses includes a lens portion and a base portion surrounding said lens portion. Further, the light emitting device includes a light shielding structure including a plurality of reflective barriers, each having an outer surface and a first reflective inner surface. The outer surface is oriented such that a portion of the light rays emitted by a first light source of the plurality of light sources is transmitted through a first lens of the plurality of lenses and through a first portion of the outer surface.
F21Y 105/16 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the overall shape of the two-dimensional array square or rectangular, e.g. for light panels
The invention relates to a luminaire network, comprising a plurality of luminaires comprising a lighting apparatus, wherein a plurality of the luminaires comprise a communication unit configured to enable communication of data between said plurality of luminaires and/or with a central unit; a processing unit; a control unit configured to control the lighting apparatus as well as the communication and processing units and at least one first sensor configured to output first sensed data. The processing unit of the luminaire is configured to process the first sensed data to produce first processed data, and the luminaire network is further configured such that the first processed data of at least two luminaires is further processed to produce second processed data. The invention further relates to a method of processing sensor data in a luminaire network.
H05B 47/12 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by detecting audible sound
G08G 1/01 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled
G08G 1/04 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled using optical or ultrasonic detectors
G08G 1/042 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled using inductive or magnetic detectors
G08G 1/052 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled with provision for determining speed or overspeed
G08G 1/056 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled with provision for distinguishing direction of travel
H05B 47/125 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by using cameras
A method for selecting and sorting at least one luminaire design, said method comprising the following steps performed by a computer means: obtaining a first and a second luminaire installation characteristic associated to a first and a second lighting site, respectively, wherein each of the first and the second lighting site corresponds to a location for installing at least one luminaire neighboring a pathway; selecting, based on the first luminaire installation characteristic, on the second luminaire installation characteristic, on a database with a plurality of luminaire designs, a list comprising for each lighting site at least one suitable luminaire design with at least one suitable configuration parameter of said plurality of luminaire designs, wherein a luminaire design may be the same or different for the first and the second lighting site; sorting the list based on at least one preferential parameter.
G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
Example embodiments relate to receptacle assemblies with gaskets. One example includes a receptacle assembly for a luminaire system. The receptacle assembly includes a receptacle and a gasket. The receptacle has a front side and a rear side. The front side is configured for receiving electrical contacts of an external module. The rear side is configured for extending in an opening of a housing, preferably a luminaire housing, and for being electrically connected to components in the housing. The gasket is configured for being located between the receptacle and the housing on which the receptacle is to be mounted. The receptacle assembly is provided with an indicator means at a location which is visible when the receptacle is mounted on the housing.
Example embodiments relate to methods and systems for performing management of a luminaire network. One example embodiment includes a method of performing management in a luminaire network that includes a plurality of luminaires and a control system. Each luminaire of the plurality of luminaires is configured to operate in accordance with at least one profile which defines one or more settings of the luminaire in function of time. The method includes retrieving, by the control system, traffic data from at least one traffic database, preferably vehicle and/or pedestrian traffic data. The method also includes retrieving, by the control system, weather data. Additionally, the method includes predicting, by the control system, for each luminaire motion related conditions for a future period of time based on the retrieved traffic data and the retrieved weather data, preferably motion related conditions influencing the motion behavior of vehicles and/or pedestrians circulating in the vicinity.
Example embodiments relate to luminaire network management methods. One embodiment includes a method of performing management in a luminaire network that includes a plurality of luminaires and a control system. Each luminaire of the plurality of luminaires is configured to operate in accordance with at least one profile which defines one or more settings of the luminaire in function of time. The method includes retrieving, by the control system, a position of one or more luminaires of the plurality of luminaires from a luminaire network database. The method also includes, based on the retrieved position, selecting, by the control system, an infrastructure use and/or feature from an infrastructure database. The infrastructure database stores a plurality of different infrastructure uses and/or features. Additionally, the method includes determining, by the control system for each of the one or more luminaires, at least one profile based on the selected infrastructure use and/or feature.
Set of devices adapted to form a local network (3), the set comprising at least one first communication device (1) and multiple second communication devices (2), wherein the first and the second communication devices comprise a short-range communication module (4) to communicate in the local network (3) via a hopping mechanism, and wherein the first communication device additionally comprises a long-distance communication module (5) to communicate with a remote server (6), wherein each one of the second communication devices (2) comprises a memory adapted to store a hopping distance to the first communication device wherein the second communication device is configured to execute actions based on said hopping distance in said power cutoff mode.
H04L 12/28 - Data switching networks characterised by path configuration, e.g. LAN [Local Area Networks] or WAN [Wide Area Networks]
H04L 67/125 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks involving control of end-device applications over a network
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Luminaire Design Retrofitting Method and Computer-Controlled Method Thereof
A method for retrofitting a lighting site. The lighting site includes at least one pathway. The method comprises: obtaining at least one visual representation of the lighting site to be retrofitted, said lighting site corresponding to a location for installing at east one luminaire; extracting, from the at least one visual representation, at least one luminaire installation characteristic; obtaining, based on the at least one luminaire installation characteristic and a database with a plurality of luminaire designs, a list comprising at least one luminaire design of said plurality of luminaire designs, said at least one luminaire design being suitable for being installed at the lighting site.
Example embodiments relate to systems for checking a luminaire status and methods thereof. One embodiment includes a method for checking a status of a luminaire using a mobile terminal in a vicinity of the luminaire. The mobile terminal includes a sensing means, a memory, and a communication means. The method includes obtaining, by the mobile terminal, an identifier of the luminaire. The method also includes determining, based on the obtained identifier of the luminaire, a measure of the status of the luminaire to be acquired. Additionally, the method includes acquiring, by the sensing means of the mobile terminal, the measure of the luminaire status. Further, the method includes storing, in the memory of the mobile terminal, data about the acquired measure of the luminaire status. The data is associated to the identifier of the luminaire.
H05B 47/19 - Controlling the light source by remote control via wireless transmission
G01R 31/26 - Testing of individual semiconductor devices
H05B 47/23 - Responsive to malfunctions or to light source lifeCircuit arrangements for operating light sources in general, i.e. where the type of light source is not relevant for protection of two or more light sources connected in series
35.
Methods and devices for notification with improved reliability
Example embodiments relate to methods and devices for notification with improved reliability. One embodiment includes a method for providing notifications by a client device to a server device. The method includes performing, by the client device, a series of steps. The steps include receiving, for at least one variable to be monitored by the client device, one or more predefined configuration parameters. The steps also include setting or modifying a configuration of the client device to notify values for the at least one variable in accordance with the received one or more predefined configuration parameters. Further, the steps include, based on the set or modified configuration of the client device, notifying one or more values for the at least one variable to the server device.
H04L 41/069 - Management of faults, events, alarms or notifications using logs of notificationsPost-processing of notifications
H04L 41/0816 - Configuration setting characterised by the conditions triggering a change of settings the condition being an adaptation, e.g. in response to network events
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
36.
Luminaire control device with increased power autonomy
Example embodiments relate to luminaire control devices with increased power autonomy. One embodiment includes a luminaire control device for a luminaire that includes a light source and a functional circuitry for performing at least one task. The luminaire control device includes a power input connectable to a power source. The luminaire control device also includes an energy storage element. Further, the luminaire control device includes a power control circuitry. The power control circuitry is connected to the power input and to the energy storage element. The power control circuitry is also connectable to the functional circuitry. The power control if further configured to control the supply of power from the power input and/or from the energy storage element to the functional circuitry, in an operational condition where both power from the power input and power from the energy storage element are available.
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
F21S 9/02 - Lighting devices with a built-in power supplySystems employing lighting devices with a built-in power supply the power supply being a battery or accumulator
F21V 23/04 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being switches
H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
H02J 9/06 - Circuit arrangements for emergency or stand-by power supply, e.g. for emergency lighting in which the distribution system is disconnected from the normal source and connected to a standby source with automatic change-over
H05B 47/19 - Controlling the light source by remote control via wireless transmission
Example embodiments relate to luminaire heads with interconnecting interfaces. One example luminaire head including an interconnected interface for an electronic device includes a support layer and a cover layer arranged over the support layer. The support layer includes a plurality of electrical tracks arranged on a surface of the support layer and connectable to a power supply of the luminaire head. The support layer also includes a first electrical connector. The first electrical connector is connected to at least one of the plurality of electrical tracks and is suited for connecting to the electronic device. Further, the support layer includes a second electrical connector. The second electrical connector is directly connected to the first electrical connector via the at least one of the plurality of electrical tracks. An upper surface of the cover layer includes a first opening and at least one retaining means.
F21V 21/35 - Supporting elements displaceable along a guiding element with direct electrical contact between the supporting element and electric conductors running along the guiding element
F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
F21Y 105/10 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements
Example embodiments relate to luminaire heads with improved heatsinks. One embodiment includes an assembly, such as a luminaire head. The assembly includes a housing and an electrical component, such as a light source, arranged in the housing. The housing has a first side and an optional second side opposite the first side. At least the first side is provided with a heatsink portion having an outer surface provided with multiple heatsink elements protruding outwardly out of the outer surface. A heatsink element thereof has a base and a top. The heatsink element gradually widens from the top to the base.
F21V 29/81 - Cooling arrangements characterised by passive heat-dissipating elements, e.g. heat-sinks with pins or wires with pins or wires having different shapes, lengths or spacing
F21S 8/08 - Lighting devices intended for fixed installation with a standard
Example embodiments relate to light emitting devices with adaptable glare classes. One embodiment includes a light emitting device. The light emitting device includes a carrier. The light emitting device also includes a plurality of light sources disposed on the carrier. Additionally, the light emitting device includes a plurality of lenses disposed on the carrier and covering the plurality of light sources. Each lens of the plurality of lenses includes a lens portion and a base portion surrounding the lens portion. Further, the light emitting device includes a light shielding structure that includes a plurality of reflective barriers. Each reflective barrier has an outer surface and a first reflective inner surface. A light transmitting material extends between the outer surface and the first reflective inner surface.
F21V 11/02 - Screens not covered by groups , , or using parallel laminae or strips, e.g. of Venetian-blind type
F21Y 105/16 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the overall shape of the two-dimensional array square or rectangular, e.g. for light panels
A plurality of interconnectable modules includes an electronic module and a first optical module. The first optical module includes a tray with a bottom surface and a side surface, a LED array provided on a printed circuit board disposed on the bottom surface, and an at least partially light-transmitting optical cover closing the tray. The electronic module includes a housing with a bottom wall and a sidewall, a LED driver circuitry for driving the LED array of the printed circuit board, and a door closing the housing. The side surface includes a first electrical connector and a first mechanical connector and the sidewall includes a second electrical connector and a second mechanical connector. The first and second electrical connectors are cooperating to electrically interconnect the electronic module to the first optical module, while the first and second mechanical connectors cooperate to mechanically secure them together.
Example embodiments relate to maintenance methods and configuration methods for luminaire assemblies. One example maintenance method for replacing a component in a luminaire assembly includes obtaining desired operational information of the luminaire assembly. The method also includes obtaining identification information of a replacement programmable component. Additionally, the method includes creating a feature file based on the desired operational information and the component identification information. The feature file includes programming instructions for programming the replacement programmable component to obtain the desired operation as defined by the desired operational information. Further, the method includes replacing the previous component by the replacement programmable component. In addition, the method includes configuring the replacement programmable component using the created feature file.
A receptacle socket assembly for lighting equipment comprising: a receptacle having a front side for receiving contacts of a control module, said receptacle housing a plurality of receptacle contacts, each receptacle contact being provided, at a front end, with a front contact portion for being electrically connected with a contact of a control module, and, at a rear end, with a rear contact portion; a wire connector having a front side and a rear side, said wire connector housing a plurality of connector contacts, each connector contact being provided, at a rear end, with a wire receiving contact for receiving and fixing a wire end and, at a front end, with a front contact portion; wherein the rear side of the receptacle and the front side of the wire connector are configured such that the wire connector is removably pluggable in the rear side of the receptacle.
H01R 13/506 - BasesCases composed of different pieces assembled by snap action of the parts
H01R 24/38 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts
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System and method for driving and controlling light sources
Example embodiments relate to systems and methods for driving and controlling light sources. One embodiment includes a luminaire system. The luminaire system includes a support that includes a plurality of first light sources and a plurality of second light sources. The luminaire system also includes one or more first optical elements associated with the plurality of first light sources. Further, the luminaire system includes one or more second optical elements associated with the plurality of second light sources. Additionally, the luminaire system includes a drive and control means configured to drive and control the plurality of first light sources according to a first profile and the plurality of second light sources according to a second profile different from the first profile. The first profile defines a first drive output as a function of time and the second profile defines a second drive output as a function of time.
Example embodiments relate to luminaire assemblies with reduced light pollution. One embodiment includes a luminaire assembly that includes a light source. The luminaire assembly also includes a support for carrying the light source. Additionally, the luminaire assembly includes a protector for protecting the light source from external environmental influences. The protector has an open top for accommodating the support, a bottom facing the light source, and a peripheral wall between the open top and the bottom. The peripheral wall includes a transparent or translucent portion. The light source is configured to send light in use through the portion of the peripheral wall. The protector is provided with a light absorbing surface arranged inside of the protector and facing the light source. The light absorbing surface is configured such that in use part of the light emitted from the light source is absorbed by the light absorbing surface.
Example embodiments relate to luminaire head assemblies with brackets. One example luminaire head assembly includes a housing provided with a socket assembly. The luminaire head assembly also includes a light source arranged in the housing. Additionally, the luminaire head assembly includes a bracket releasably attached to the housing. The bracket is configured to fix the housing to a pole. The bracket has a first end for connection to a pole or pole connector and a second end attached to the housing. The bracket is provided with a through-hole at the second end. The socket assembly extends at least partially in the through-hole.
F21V 17/10 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages characterised by specific fastening means or way of fastening
F21V 21/116 - Fixing lighting devices to arms or standards
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
F21Y 105/16 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the overall shape of the two-dimensional array square or rectangular, e.g. for light panels
Example embodiments relate to luminaire networks with sensors. One example luminaire network includes a plurality of luminaires and a central unit that includes a central communication unit. The plurality of luminaires includes a communication unit configured to make it possible for the luminaires to communicate with each other and/or with the central communication unit. The plurality of luminaires also includes a control unit configured to control the luminaire as well as the communication unit. The central unit is configured to have access to information about the location of the luminaires. At least one of the plurality of luminaires in the luminaire network further includes at least one sensor which can sense information relating to the environment. The communication unit of the luminaire is configured to send messages relating to the sensed information to the central communication unit and/or to at least one other luminaire including a communication unit.
G08B 19/00 - Alarms responsive to two or more different undesired or abnormal conditions, e.g. burglary and fire, abnormal temperature and abnormal rate of flow
G08B 13/196 - Actuation by interference with heat, light, or radiation of shorter wavelengthActuation by intruding sources of heat, light, or radiation of shorter wavelength using passive radiation detection systems using image scanning and comparing systems using television cameras
G08B 21/10 - Alarms for ensuring the safety of persons responsive to calamitous events, e.g. tornados or earthquakes
H05B 47/12 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by detecting audible sound
H05B 47/125 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by using cameras
H05B 47/175 - Controlling the light source by remote control
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
Example embodiments relate to light emitter devices with adaptable glare classes. One example light emitting device includes a carrier. The light emitting device also includes a plurality of light sources disposed on the carrier. Additionally, the light emitting device includes a lens plate disposed on the carrier. The lens plate includes a flat portion and a plurality of lenses covering the plurality of light sources. Further, the light emitting device includes a light shielding structure mounted on said lens plate. The light shielding structure includes a plurality of closed reflective barrier walls, each having an interior bottom edge disposed on the flat portion, an interior top edge at a height above the flat portion, and a reflective surface connecting the interior bottom edge and the interior top edge and surrounding one or more associated lenses of the plurality of lenses. The height is at least 2 mm.
F21Y 105/16 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the overall shape of the two-dimensional array square or rectangular, e.g. for light panels
Example embodiments relate to downward illuminating lighting apparatuses and lamp posts that include a light pole module thereof. One example lighting apparatus includes a mounting substrate being arranged in the lighting apparatus at an angle with respect to a vertical direction. The lighting apparatus also includes a plurality of light sources mounted on a lower or vertical surface of the mounting substrate. Additionally, the lighting apparatus includes a plurality of lens elements provided to the mounting substrate such that each of the plurality of light sources is provided with a corresponding lens element. Further, the lighting apparatus includes at least two reflector elements provided to at least two light sources of the plurality of light sources, such that each of the at least two reflector elements has a reflective surface facing the mounting substrate. Each of the at least two reflector elements extends between a first and a second edge.
Example embodiments relate to movable lens luminaires. One example luminaire head includes a first support that includes a plurality of light sources. The luminaire head also includes a second support that includes a plurality of lens elements associated with the plurality of light sources. A lens element of the plurality of lens elements has an internal surface facing a light source of the plurality of light sources and an external surface. Further, the luminaire head includes a moving means configured to move the second support with respect to the first support, such that a position of the plurality of lens elements geometrically projected on a surface of the first support is changed. The lens element has a varying profile seen in a movement direction of the moving means. The lens element includes a prismatic portion, a collimator portion, or a diffusor portion.
F21V 17/02 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages with provision for adjustment
F21V 14/04 - Controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements by movement of reflectors
F21V 14/06 - Controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements by movement of refractors
Example embodiments relate to compact luminaire heads. One example luminaire head includes a thermally conductive metal body that includes a plate-like portion, a tube portion, and at least one cooling fin. The plate-like portion extends in a longitudinal direction of the metal body and having a flat first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface. The tube portion extends in the longitudinal direction at the second surface. The at least one cooling fin extends away from the second surface adjacent to the tube portion. The luminaire head also includes at least one support substrate with a plurality of light emitting elements. The at least one support substrate is arranged against the first surface. The tube portion is shaped to receive in a first open end thereof a rigid cylindrical end portion of a mounting base, such as a pole for the luminaire head.
Example embodiments relate to a communication device. One example communication device includes a communication module, an energy storage module, a power cutoff detection module, a processor, and a memory. The communication device is adapted to connect to a power grid for receiving power. The processor is adapted to operate the communication device in a normal mode when connected to the power grid. The power cutoff detection module is adapted to signal to the processor a cutoff from the power grid. The processor is adapted to operate the communication device in power cutoff mode using energy in the energy storage module after receipt of the signal of the power cutoff detection module. The processor is adapted, in power cutoff mode, to determine an amount of energy in the energy storage module and to store a value indicative of the amount in the memory.
Example embodiments relate to luminaire network systems. One example luminaire network system includes one or more luminaires. A luminaire of the one or more luminaires is provided with a luminaire controller and a storage device configured to store messages to be transmitted in a queue. The luminaire controller is configured to associate a message in the queue with an indication of a time before which the message needs to be transmitted. The luminaire controller is also configured to check whether the indication of at least one message of a plurality of messages in the queue indicates that the at least one message has to be transmitted. Additionally, the luminaire controller is configured to transmit the plurality of messages in the queue, when a result of the checking is that the at least one message has to be transmitted.
Example embodiments relate to light systems with controllable branches of light elements. One example light system includes at least two parallel branches, each branch including a series connection of a plurality of light elements and a switching element. The at least two parallel branches are intended to share a common regulated current source configured for feeding the at least two parallel branches. The light system also includes a control module having a supply input line and at least two control output lights. The at least two control output lines are connected for controlling the switching elements of the at least two parallel branches. The control module optionally includes a galvanic isolation. The control module is configured for controlling the switching elements of the at least two parallel branches according to at least two different control schemes: a first control scheme and a second control scheme.
Example embodiments relate to managing a network that includes multiple communication devices. One example set of devices adapted to form a local network includes at least one first communication device and at least one second communication device. Both the first and the second communication devices include a first communication module to communicate in the local network. The first communication device includes a second communication module. Both the first communication device and the second communication device are adapted to be operationally connected to a power cutoff detection module. The first communication device includes a first energy storage module and is configured to operate in a first power cutoff mode when the power cutoff detection module detects a power cutoff. The second communication device includes a second energy storage module and is configured to operate in a second power cutoff mode when the power cutoff detection module detects a power cutoff.
Example embodiments relate to tiltable luminaire joints. One example tiltable joint for a luminaire includes a first joint portion that includes a joint member provided with an outer cylindrical surface section having an axis and opposing bearings aligned with said axis. The outer cylindrical surface section being provided with a first plurality of interengaging surfaces. The tiltable joint also includes a second joint portion that includes a joint housing provided with a pair of axially-aligned receiving surfaces, and an inner cylindrical surface provided with a second plurality of interengaging surfaces configured to interengage the first plurality of interengaging surface. The joint member of the first joint portion is configured for being housed within the joint housing of the second joint portion. Further, the tiltable joint includes first and second shaft portions that extend in alignment with the pair of axially-aligned bearings. Additionally, the tiltable joint includes a fixation means.
F16M 11/10 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a horizontal axis
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
F21S 8/08 - Lighting devices intended for fixed installation with a standard
F21V 21/116 - Fixing lighting devices to arms or standards
F21W 131/103 - Outdoor lighting of streets or roads
Example embodiments relate to light system with anti-parallel LEDs. One example light system includes a driver configured to generate a DC current. The light system also includes at least one first group, a first group thereof including a first and a second LED connected in anti-parallel. The light system also includes at least one second group, a second group thereof including a first and a second LED connected in anti-parallel. The at least one second group is connected in series with the at least one first group. Additionally, the light system includes control circuitry configured for selectively operating the first and second group in at least one first one and at least one second mode.
Example embodiments relate to connection modules for luminaires. One example connection module for a luminaire with a light module includes a support. The connection module also includes a surge protection circuitry arranged on the support. Additionally, the connection module includes a first and second supply terminal for connection to a power supply. The first and second supply terminal are connected to the surge protection circuitry. Further, the connection module includes a first and second load terminal for connection to a drive means of the light module. The first and second load terminal are connected to the surge protection circuitry. In addition, the connection module includes at least a first and second control terminal. A connection line for electrically connecting the first and second control terminals is arranged on the support.
H02H 9/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for limiting excess current or voltage without disconnection responsive to excess voltage
H05B 45/50 - Circuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED] responsive to malfunctions or undesirable behaviour of LEDsCircuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED] responsive to LED lifeProtective circuits
Example embodiments relate to lamp posts with tubular poles. One example lamp post includes a tubular pole made out of a non-metallic material. The lamp post also includes a modular support structure arranged in the pole. The modular support structure includes at least one carrier module for carrying at least one component. The carrier module includes a top interface, a bottom interface, and an elongated structure between the top and bottom interface.
Example embodiments relate to luminaire systems with movable modules. One example luminaire system includes a support structure. The luminaire system also includes a plurality of light sources arranged on the support structure. Additionally, the luminaire system includes at least a first and second optical module. The first optical module is provided with at least one first optical element and the second optical module is provided with at least one second optical element. The first and second optical module are configured for being interlocked with respected to each other in a moving direction. Further, the luminaire system includes a moving means configured to move the first optical module relative to the support structure in the moving direction, such that a position of the first and second optical module with respect to the support structure is changed.
F21V 17/02 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages with provision for adjustment
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
Example embodiments relate to luminaire systems with improved support structures. One example luminaire system includes a first support having a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, and a peripheral edge connecting the first surface to the second surface. The luminaire system also includes a plurality of light sources arranged on the first support. Further, the luminaire system includes a second support movable with respect to the first support and provided with one or more optical elements. Additionally, the luminaire system includes a moving means configured to move the second support relative to the first support, such that a position of the second support with respect to the first support is changed. The first support is provided with at least one cut-out region extending through the first surface and the second surface of the first support. The second support is provided with at least one cut-out region.
F21V 17/02 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages with provision for adjustment
F21Y 105/16 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the overall shape of the two-dimensional array square or rectangular, e.g. for light panels
Example embodiments relate to rotating coordinators in mesh networks. One example mesh network includes multiple communication devices adapted to communicate in the mesh network according to a predetermined protocol. A single one of the multiple communication devices adopts a coordinator role in the mesh network for governing a commissioning procedure in the mesh network. The mesh network is configured to rotate the coordinator role among at least a selected number of the multiple communication devices so that a new communication device is detectable in the vicinity of the device adopting the coordinator role.
Example embodiments relate to luminaire systems with leveraged displacements. One embodiment includes a luminaire system. The luminaire system includes a first support. The luminaire system also includes a second support movable with respect to the first support. Additionally, the luminaire system includes a moving means configured for moving the second support relative to the first support. The moving means includes a lever mounted in a rotatable manner around a rotation axis. The moving means is configured to convert a rotation of the lever around said rotation axis into a movement of the second support relative to the first support. A plurality of light sources is arranged on one of the first support and the second support and is configured to emit light through one or more optical elements associated with the plurality of light sources and arranged on the other one of the first support and the second support.
F21V 17/02 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages with provision for adjustment
F21Y 105/16 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the overall shape of the two-dimensional array square or rectangular, e.g. for light panels
Example embodiments relate to luminaire systems with converted movements. The luminaire system includes a first support. The luminaire system also includes a second support movable with respect to the first support. Additionally, the luminaire system includes a moving means configured for moving the second support relative to the first support in a movement plane substantially parallel to the first support. The moving means includes a rotatable element provided to one of the first support or second support and configured for rotating around a rotation axis perpendicular to the movement plane. The rotatable element includes a first conversion portion cooperating with a second conversion portion. The first and second conversion portion are configured for converting a rotational movement of the rotatable element into a movement of the second support with respect to the first support in said movement plane.
F21V 17/02 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages with provision for adjustment
F21V 14/06 - Controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements by movement of refractors
F21V 14/02 - Controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements by movement of light sources
F21Y 105/16 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the overall shape of the two-dimensional array square or rectangular, e.g. for light panels
Example embodiments relate to luminaire systems with improved fastening means. One example luminaire system includes a first support provided with a recess. The luminaire system also includes a plurality of light sources arranged on said first support. In addition, the luminaire system includes a second support arranged opposite said first support. Further, the luminaire system includes one or more optical elements provided to said second support, and associated with the plurality of light sources. Additionally, the luminaire system includes a fastening element that includes a head portion and a rod portion. The second support is provided with a through-hole for receiving said head portion. Said rod portion extends through said through-hole and said recess in order to be fixed in the first support and/or in a portion of the luminaire system. The second support is provided with a protruding portion.
F21V 17/12 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages characterised by specific fastening means or way of fastening by screwing
F21V 29/70 - Cooling arrangements characterised by passive heat-dissipating elements, e.g. heat-sinks
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
Example embodiments relate to light emitting devices with adaptable glare classes. One embodiment includes a light emitting device. The light emitting device includes a carrier. The light emitting device also includes a plurality of light sources disposed on the carrier. Additionally, the light emitting device includes a lens plate disposed on the carrier. The lens plate includes a flat portion and a plurality of lenses covering the plurality of light sources. Further, the light emitting device includes a light shielding structure that includes a plurality of reflective barriers, each including a base surface disposed on the flat portion, a top edge at a height above the base surface, and a first reflective sloping surface connecting the base surface and the top edge. The first reflective sloping surface is configured for reflecting light rays emitted through one or more associated first lenses of the plurality of lenses.
F21V 17/00 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages
H01L 25/075 - Assemblies consisting of a plurality of individual semiconductor or other solid-state devices all the devices being of a type provided for in a single subclass of subclasses , , , , or , e.g. assemblies of rectifier diodes the devices not having separate containers the devices being of a type provided for in group
Example embodiments relate to improved luminaire drivers. One embodiment includes a luminaire driver for driving a light module of a luminaire. The luminaire driver includes a driver housing. The driver housing includes a first and second power supply input connector element, for connection to an electrical distribution grid. The driver housing also includes output connector elements for connection to the light module. The luminaire driver also includes a driver circuitry arranged inside the driver housing, between the first and second power supply input connector elements and the output connector elements. The driver housing is provided with an equipotential connecting part available at an external surface of said driver housing and intended for being connected to an equipotential part of the luminaire. The luminaire driver further includes a resistive circuitry arranged inside the driver housing and connected between the equipotential connecting part and the first power supply input connector element.
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
H01H 83/10 - Protective switches, e.g. circuit-breaking switches, or protective relays operated by abnormal electrical conditions otherwise than solely by excess current operated by excess voltage, e.g. for lightning protection
H02H 9/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for limiting excess current or voltage without disconnection responsive to excess voltage
Example embodiments relate to controllable modular luminaire drivers. One embodiment includes a luminaire driver. The luminaire driver includes a driver housing provided with input connector elements for connection to a power supply and output connector elements for connection to at least one light source. The input connector elements and output connector elements being accessible from outside of the driver housing. The luminaire driver also includes a driver circuitry in the driver housing between the input connector elements and the output connector elements, and configured to perform a driver function of the at least one light source. Additionally, the luminaire driver includes a receiving means configured for receiving at least one pluggable module. The at least one pluggable module includes a first circuitry associated with a first protocol and a second circuitry associated with a second protocol. The second protocol being different from the first protocol.
A receptacle socket assembly for lighting equipment comprising: a receptacle having a front side for receiving contacts of a control module, said receptacle housing a plurality of receptacle contacts, each receptacle contact being provided, at a front end, with a front contact portion for being electrically connected with a contact of a control module, and, at a rear end, with a rear contact portion; a wire connector having a front side and a rear side, said wire connector housing a plurality of connector contacts, each connector contact being provided, at a rear end, with a wire receiving contact for receiving and fixing a wire end and, at a front end, with a front contact portion; wherein the rear side of the receptacle and the front side of the wire connector are configured such that the wire connector is removably pluggable in the rear side of the receptacle.
H01R 13/506 - BasesCases composed of different pieces assembled by snap action of the parts
H01R 24/38 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts
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Lamp control module consisting of base and control parts, communicating via NFC
A control arrangement includes a control module and a control module base for mounting the control module to an external surface of a luminaire. The control module includes a contacts; the control module base includes a base body portion having first and second surfaces and a lateral surface between the first and second surfaces, wherein at least one recess is provided on the first surface and configured for receiving the control module contacts. The control module base includes a near-field communication means including information relating to the specification of the luminaire. The control module includes a near-field communication unit configured to read out information in the near-field communication means of the control module base. The control module includes a communication unit configured for communicating said information to at least one of another control module, a segment controller configured for controlling a group of control modules, and a server.
H05B 47/19 - Controlling the light source by remote control via wireless transmission
H01Q 1/22 - SupportsMounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
H01Q 1/00 - Details of, or arrangements associated with, antennas
H01Q 1/40 - Radiating elements coated with, or embedded in, protective material
H01Q 1/52 - Means for reducing coupling between antennas Means for reducing coupling between an antenna and another structure
H05B 47/195 - Controlling the light source by remote control via wireless transmission the transmission using visible or infrared light
H04W 4/80 - Services using short range communication, e.g. near-field communication [NFC], radio-frequency identification [RFID] or low energy communication
Example embodiments relate to multi-protocol luminaire systems. One embodiment includes a luminaire system. The luminaire system includes a light module with at least one light source. The luminaire system also includes a first peripheral interface device and a second peripheral interface device. Additionally, the luminaire system includes a first interface configured to receive first signals from the first peripheral interface device using a first protocol. Further, the luminaire system includes a second interface configured to send second signals to the second peripheral interface device using a second protocol. The first protocol and the second protocol are different. In addition, the luminaire system includes a transfer module configured to transfer first data content included in a first input signal received at the first interface and/or first processed data based on the first data content, to the second interface. Still further, the luminaire system includes a control means.
Example embodiments relate to luminaire systems with holders. One embodiment includes a luminaire system. The luminaire system includes a light source. The luminaire system also includes a holder. Further, the luminaire system includes a casing provided with a seat for receiving the holder. The holder is configured for holding a function module. The holder is also configured for being positioned in different positions in the seat.
Example embodiments relate to lighting devices with adjustable light distribution. One embodiment includes a lighting device. The lighting device includes a support with a first light source arranged on the support. The lighting device also includes a lens assembly that includes a flexible solid first lens element extending over the first light source. The first lens element includes a lens portion and an edge portion surrounding the lens portion. Further, the lighting device includes a retaining and adjustment means configured to change a shape of the lens portion while the edge portion is retained in a fixed position with respect to the support. The first light source and the first lens element are configured to generate a first light beam. The retaining and adjustment means is configured to adjust the shape of the first light beam.
A lighting apparatus comprising: a mounting substrate being arranged in the lighting apparatus at an angle below 45° with respect to a vertical direction; a plurality of light sources mounted on a lower or vertical surface of the mounting substrate such that at least two light sources are at a different height; a plurality of lens elements provided to the mounting substrate such that each of the light sources is provided with a corresponding lens element; at least two reflector elements provided to the at least two light sources, such that each of the at least two reflector elements has a reflective surface facing the mounting substrate; wherein each of the at least two reflector elements extends between a first edge, located above a corresponding light source as seen in a vertical direction, and a second edge, located below a corresponding light source as seen in a vertical direction.
A lighting apparatus comprising: a support substrate; a plurality of subsets mounted on the support substrate, said plurality of subsets comprising at least a first subset having a plurality of LEDs and a second subset having at least one LED; a corresponding plurality of lens elements mounted such that each subset is covered by a lens element of the plurality of lens elements; wherein LEDs of the plurality of subsets are divided in a plurality of groups; wherein the plurality of groups comprises at least, a first group of LEDs comprising at least one LED of the first subset and at least one LED of the second subset, and a second group of LEDs comprising at least one LED of at least the first subset; a drive and control means configured to drive selectively the plurality of groups of LEDs wherein LEDs of the same group are driven simultaneously.
An angle adjustment and rotation system comprising a first element attachable to a luminaire stand, and a second element configured to be attachable to a luminaire head, the first element and second element comprising substantially complementary shapes, and an attaching element configured to have a first state in which it tightly attaches the first element to the second element and a second state in which it movably attaches the first element to the second element. In the second state, the attaching element enables a rotation over substantially 180 degrees of the second element with respect to the first element. A method of controlling the orientation of a luminaire head connected to a luminaire stand is also proposed, preferably using the proposed system.
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
A luminaire head comprising: a thermally conductive metal body comprising a plate like portion, a tube portion and at least one cooling fin; said plate like portion extending in a longitudinal direction (L) of the metal body and having a flat first surface and a second surface opposite said first surface, said tube portion extending in said longitudinal direction at said second surface; said at least one cooling fin extending away from said second surface adjacent to the tube portion; and at least one support substrate with a plurality of light emitting elements, said at least one support substrate being arranged against the first surface, at least in an area opposite the tube portion.
The invention relates to a luminaire comprising a housing comprising an electrically nonconductive portion; a light source arranged in the housing; a light drive and control assembly and configured for driving said light source; a communication assembly arranged in the housing.
H05B 47/20 - Responsive to malfunctions or to light source lifeCircuit arrangements for operating light sources in general, i.e. where the type of light source is not relevant for protection
F21V 15/01 - Housings, e.g. material or assembling of housing parts
H05B 47/11 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the brightness or colour temperature of ambient light
H05B 47/19 - Controlling the light source by remote control via wireless transmission
F21V 23/04 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being switches
F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
F21V 31/00 - Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements
The invention relates to a luminaire with a light source comprising: a functional unit; a power supply and control unit configured for converting power from a main power source into a power signal for powering the functional unit; wherein the power supply and control unit is configured to generate a power supply failure signal when the power supply from the main power source fails and to communicate the power supply failure signal to the functional unit.
H05B 45/50 - Circuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED] responsive to malfunctions or undesirable behaviour of LEDsCircuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED] responsive to LED lifeProtective circuits
H05B 47/11 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the brightness or colour temperature of ambient light
H02J 9/06 - Circuit arrangements for emergency or stand-by power supply, e.g. for emergency lighting in which the distribution system is disconnected from the normal source and connected to a standby source with automatic change-over
H05B 47/185 - Controlling the light source by remote control via power line carrier transmission
H05B 47/18 - Controlling the light source by remote control via data-bus transmission
F21V 23/04 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being switches
G06F 1/30 - Means for acting in the event of power-supply failure or interruption, e.g. power-supply fluctuations
F21W 131/103 - Outdoor lighting of streets or roads
The invention relates to a luminaire network, comprising a plurality of luminaires comprising a lighting apparatus, wherein a plurality of the luminaires comprise a communication unit configured to enable communication of data between said plurality of luminaires and/or with a central unit; a processing unit; a control unit configured to control the lighting apparatus as well as the communication and processing units and at least one first sensor configured to output first sensed data. The processing unit of the luminaire is configured to process the first sensed data to produce first processed data, and the luminaire network is further configured such that the first processed data of at least two luminaires is further processed to produce second processed data. The invention further relates to a method of processing sensor data in a luminaire network.
H05B 47/12 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by detecting audible sound
H05B 47/125 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by using cameras
G08G 1/01 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled
G08G 1/04 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled using optical or ultrasonic detectors
G08G 1/042 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled using inductive or magnetic detectors
G08G 1/052 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled with provision for determining speed or overspeed
G08G 1/056 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled with provision for distinguishing direction of travel
81.
Method for obtaining information about a luminaire
A method for obtaining information about a luminaire of a plurality of luminaires, using a mobile device with a display, a camera, a localization unit and a wireless communication means, said method comprising the following steps performed by the mobile device: capturing an image of the luminaire using the camera and displaying said image of the luminaire on the display; obtaining localization information of the mobile device using the localization unit; transmitting the localization information to a remote device storing information of the plurality of luminaires; receiving from said remote device information related to one or more luminaires selected by the remote device based on the localization information; displaying on the display of the mobile device luminaire data of the luminaire in the captured image based on the received information.
G06V 20/20 - ScenesScene-specific elements in augmented reality scenes
H04Q 9/00 - Arrangements in telecontrol or telemetry systems for selectively calling a substation from a main station, in which substation desired apparatus is selected for applying a control signal thereto or for obtaining measured values therefrom
H05B 47/19 - Controlling the light source by remote control via wireless transmission
H04W 24/00 - Supervisory, monitoring or testing arrangements
H04W 64/00 - Locating users or terminals for network management purposes, e.g. mobility management
A luminaire driver system comprising: a package with input connections for connection to a power supply and output connections for connection to a light emitting device; a predetermined set of circuits arranged in said package; said predetermined set of circuits being adapted to perform a driving functionality of the light emitting device; a receiving means configured for receiving a pluggable module comprising a further circuit, such that the pluggable module can be received from outside of the package, wherein the further circuit is connected to the predetermined set of circuits when the pluggable module is plugged in the receiving means; and connections which are connected to the further circuit when the pluggable module is plugged in the receiving means; wherein the connections are accessible by a user from outside of the package.
The invention relates to a luminaire network comprising a plurality of luminaires as well as a central unit, and comprising a central communication unit. A plurality of luminaires in the network comprises a communication unit configured to make it possible for the luminaires to communicate with each other and/or with the central communication unit, as well as a control unit configured to control the luminaire as well as the communication unit. The central unit comprises information about the location of the luminaires. A plurality of the luminaires in the luminaire network further comprise at least one sensor which can sense information relating to the environment of the luminaire, wherein the communication unit of said luminaires is configured to send messages relating to the sensed information to the central communication unit, and the central unit is configured to analyze the received messages and to output the results of the analysis.
G08B 19/00 - Alarms responsive to two or more different undesired or abnormal conditions, e.g. burglary and fire, abnormal temperature and abnormal rate of flow
G08B 13/196 - Actuation by interference with heat, light, or radiation of shorter wavelengthActuation by intruding sources of heat, light, or radiation of shorter wavelength using passive radiation detection systems using image scanning and comparing systems using television cameras
G08B 21/10 - Alarms for ensuring the safety of persons responsive to calamitous events, e.g. tornados or earthquakes
H05B 47/12 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by detecting audible sound
H05B 47/125 - Controlling the light source in response to determined parameters by determining the presence or movement of objects or living beings by using cameras
H05B 47/175 - Controlling the light source by remote control
H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
A luminaire head comprising: a first support comprising a plurality of light sources; a second support comprising a plurality of lens elements associated with the plurality of light sources; a moving means configured to move the second support with respect to the first support, such that the position of the plurality of lens elements geometrically projected on a surface of the first support is changed.
F21V 14/00 - Controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements
F21V 17/02 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages with provision for adjustment
F21V 14/04 - Controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements by movement of reflectors
F21V 14/06 - Controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements by movement of refractors
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Control method and system for a luminaire, and luminaire comprising such a control system
A luminaire control system comprising a plurality of luminaire heads and a remote device; wherein each luminaire head comprises: a sensor assembly for measuring at least one tilt angle for an angular positioning of the luminaire head, and a control module for controlling the sensor assembly to perform measurements during a first period upon activation of the luminaire head after installation thereof on a mounting base, and for controlling communication such that measurement data from said first period and an identification of the luminaire head is communicated to the remote device; wherein the remote device is configured to determine position information data for each luminaire head, based on the received measurement data, indicating whether the luminaire head is positioned correctly; and the luminaire control system further comprising at least one notification module for receiving the position information data from the remote device and for notifying a field operator accordingly.
Method for updating a bootloader of a controller of a light, comprising at least one processor, at least one bootloader storage area, at least one application storage area, and a file storage area, a first bootloader file stored in a first bootloader storage area, said method comprising: transfer-ring to the controller a bootloader updating programme packet provided outside of the controller and which comprises or can generate a bootloader updating file which comprises either a complete up-to-date second bootloader file or programme parts supplementing the first bootloader file to form an up-to-date second bootloader file, storing the bootloader updating file in the file storage area of the controller, and, in the case of a sufficient minimum voltage being available to the controller, writing the first bootloader storage area with the bootloader updating file from the file storage area.
The invention relates to a lamp post comprising a support pole, and a plurality of pole modules arranged one above the other along a vertical axis of the support pole, and supported by the support pole; said plurality of pole modules comprising: a light pole module and a functional pole module; said light pole module comprising a light source; said functional pole module comprising a tubular portion configured for being aligned with the vertical axis of the support pole, a bracket protruding outwardly of said tubular portion, and a functional unit fixed to said bracket; wherein preferably the functional unit is a camera unit.
A lamp post comprising a support pole; a light module supported by the support pole, said light module comprising a light source; an antenna module supported by the support pole; said antenna module comprising an antenna configured for receiving and emitting cellular data; and a base station module; wherein the base station module comprises a housing and base station circuitry mounted in said housing; wherein the base station circuitry is coupled to the antenna; wherein the base station module is attached to an external surface of the support pole and carried by the support pole.
F21S 8/08 - Lighting devices intended for fixed installation with a standard
F21V 29/508 - Cooling arrangements characterised by the adaptation for cooling of specific components of electrical circuits
F21V 29/60 - Cooling arrangements characterised by the use of a forced flow of gas, e.g. air
F21V 29/83 - Cooling arrangements characterised by passive heat-dissipating elements, e.g. heat-sinks the elements having apertures, ducts or channels, e.g. heat radiation holes
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
H01Q 1/02 - Arrangements for de-icingArrangements for drying-out
F21W 111/02 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for signalling, marking or indicating, not provided for in groups for roads, paths or the like
H04B 1/38 - Transceivers, i.e. devices in which transmitter and receiver form a structural unit and in which at least one part is used for functions of transmitting and receiving
A luminaire head comprising: a mounting plate made of a thermally conductive material and having a first surface and a second surface; a light module provided at the first surface of the mounting plate comprising a support substrate in contact with the first surface of the mounting plate such that the support substrate and the mounting plate are thermally connected, at least one light emitting element disposed on the support substrate, a cover comprising a portion in a transparent or a translucent material, said cover extending over the support substrate and being fixed to the mounting plate such that light emitted by the at least one light emitting element is emitted through the portion in a transparent or a translucent material, a seal arranged between the cover and the first surface of the mounting plate; said seal surrounding the support substrate.
F21S 8/08 - Lighting devices intended for fixed installation with a standard
H01L 25/075 - Assemblies consisting of a plurality of individual semiconductor or other solid-state devices all the devices being of a type provided for in a single subclass of subclasses , , , , or , e.g. assemblies of rectifier diodes the devices not having separate containers the devices being of a type provided for in group
F21V 31/00 - Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
A lighting fixture comprising: an elongate housing having an outer surface and an inner surface and having an elongate opening extending in a longitudinal direction of the housing; wherein the elongate housing comprises a first wall and a second wall extending towards the elongate opening; a light module for emitting light having a first face through which light is emitted and an opposite second face; a plurality of retainer means provided at the second face and configured for engaging the first and second walls such that the light module is retained within the elongate housing; a stopper means for preventing inward displacements of the light module past a predetermined boundary.
F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
F21V 17/16 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages characterised by specific fastening means or way of fastening by deformation of parts of the lighting deviceSnap action mounting
F21V 29/70 - Cooling arrangements characterised by passive heat-dissipating elements, e.g. heat-sinks
F21S 8/04 - Lighting devices intended for fixed installation intended only for mounting on a ceiling or like overhead structure
F21V 15/015 - Devices for covering joints between adjacent lighting devicesEnd coverings
F21V 17/00 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages
F21V 17/04 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages onto or by the light source
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
Example embodiments relate to decentralised data storage. One embodiment includes a method of storing data within an external light network. The external light network includes a plurality of decentralised EDP units. Each of the decentralised EDP units belongs to a light. Each EDP unit has a communication means. There is at least one sensor arrangement respectively assigned to at least one of the EDP units. The method includes arranging a first EDP unit recording data. The method also includes storing a data set that includes the data recorded by the sensor arrangement of the first EDP unit or that has been generated from these data, distributed over a number of the decentralised EDP units. Further, the method includes at least partially deleting the data set after the distribution of the data set on the first EDP unit.
G06F 3/06 - Digital input from, or digital output to, record carriers
H04L 67/1097 - Protocols in which an application is distributed across nodes in the network for distributed storage of data in networks, e.g. transport arrangements for network file system [NFS], storage area networks [SAN] or network attached storage [NAS]
A system for a luminaire comprising a lighting unit connected to a luminaire power supply. A controller is provided for controlling the operation of a communication unit and a signaling unit in accordance with environmental parameters sensed by a sensor unit, the sensor unit generating an event signal when the environmental parameters exceed a predetermined threshold and a signaling unit providing an alarm.
F21S 9/03 - Lighting devices with a built-in power supplySystems employing lighting devices with a built-in power supply the power supply being a battery or accumulator rechargeable by exposure to light
F21S 8/08 - Lighting devices intended for fixed installation with a standard
F21V 23/04 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being switches
G08B 3/10 - Audible signalling systemsAudible personal calling systems using electric transmissionAudible signalling systemsAudible personal calling systems using electromagnetic transmission
G08B 5/36 - Visible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electric transmissionVisible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electromagnetic transmission using visible light sources
G08B 25/08 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using communication transmission lines
H05B 47/19 - Controlling the light source by remote control via wireless transmission
F21S 9/04 - Lighting devices with a built-in power supplySystems employing lighting devices with a built-in power supply the power supply being a generator
F21Y 113/13 - Combination of light sources of different colours comprising an assembly of point-like light sources
F21Y 113/17 - Combination of light sources of different colours comprising an assembly of point-like light sources forming a single encapsulated light source
A luminaire driver system comprising: a package with input connections for connection to a power supply and output connections for connection to a light emitting device; a predetermined set of circuits arranged in said package; said predetermined set of circuits being adapted to perform a driving functionality of the light emitting device; a receiving means configured for receiving a pluggable module comprising a further circuit, such that the pluggable module can be received from outside of the package, wherein the further circuit is connected to the predetermined set of circuits when the pluggable module is plugged in the receiving means; and connections which are connected to the further circuit when the pluggable module is plugged in the receiving means; wherein the connections are accessible by a user from outside of the package.
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