JP3229451U - Balloon type lighting device - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a balloon-type lighting device having improved standing stability of a balloon in a balloon-type lighting device which is inflated by blowing air. SOLUTION: A balloon type lighting device 1 includes a housing 11, a balloon 51 arranged in the housing 11, a lighting unit that illuminates the inner surface of the balloon 51, a blowing unit that blows air inside the balloon 51, and a balloon 51. A support portion 2 located along the surface of the balloon 51 and a fixing portion 53 for fixing the balloon 51 and the support portion 2 in a state where the balloon 51 is inflated by the blower portion are provided. [Selection diagram] FIG. 11

Description

The present invention relates to a lighting device that illuminates the surroundings in road construction, construction work, various events, etc., and particularly relates to a balloon-type lighting device in which the inside is illuminated by a lighting unit and expanded by a blower unit.

When the floodlight that illuminates the surroundings in road construction, construction work, and various events has a wide illumination range, it is preferable to illuminate the wide area with appropriate brightness. Currently, there are various types of floodlights in consideration of various circumstances. Patent Document 1 describes a balloon-type lighting device that includes a balloon, a blower that inflates the balloon, and a light source, and illuminates the surroundings with light emitted from the light source to the outside via the balloon. Such a balloon-type illuminating device is advantageous in that it illuminates the surroundings uniformly, unlike a spotlight-type floodlight.

JP 2015-191690

The balloon used in Patent Document 1 has a barrel shape provided at the upper end of a support column. Not only such a shape but also various shapes can be adopted for the balloon. For example, it is possible to illuminate the vicinity of the ground by using a pillar-shaped balloon. By the way, the balloon type lighting device is often used outdoors, and it is necessary to be able to withstand wind and rain. When the pillar-shaped balloon described above is used, it is possible that it will collapse when a strong wind blows. One of the objects of the present invention is to make the balloon stand upright in a stable manner.

Further, in the balloon type lighting device, it is necessary to arrange an electric configuration such as a lighting unit inside the balloon. Therefore, we want to avoid rain from entering the balloon as much as possible. It is possible to add a waterproof function to the electrical configuration inside the balloon, but there is concern that the manufacturing cost will increase. One of the objects of the present invention is to prevent rain or the like from entering the balloon.

One purpose of the balloon-type lighting device according to the present invention is to solve such a problem. Therefore, the balloon-type lighting device according to the first configuration adopts the following configuration.
With the housing
The balloon placed in the housing and
An illumination unit that illuminates the inner surface of the balloon,
A blower that blows air inside the balloon,
A support located along the surface of the balloon and
A fixing portion for fixing the balloon and the supporting portion is provided in a state where the balloon is inflated by the blowing portion.

Further, the balloon-type lighting device according to the first-two configuration is the balloon-type lighting device according to the first-first configuration.
The support portion is expandable and contractible.

Further, the balloon-type lighting device according to the first-third configuration is the balloon-type lighting device according to the first-first configuration.
The fixing portion fixes the upper position of the support portion and the balloon.

Further, the balloon-type lighting device according to the first-fourth configuration is the balloon-type lighting device according to the first-first configuration.
Wheels that enable the housing to be moved are provided at a position below the support portion.

Further, the balloon-type lighting device according to the first to fifth configurations is the balloon-type lighting device according to the first-first configuration.
The housing has legs and
When the legs of the housing are used to touch the ground, the wheels do not touch the ground.

Further, the balloon-type lighting device according to the first to sixth configurations is the balloon-type lighting device according to the first and first configurations.
With a flexible member fixed to the housing
The lower end of the balloon is connected to the flexible member using a first fixing means.
In the flexible member, a portion located inside the balloon and the inner surface of the balloon are connected using a second fixing means that joins at the surface.

The balloon-type lighting device according to the second configuration is
With the housing
The balloon placed in the housing and
With a flexible member fixed to the housing
The lower end of the balloon is connected to the flexible member using a first fixing means.
In the flexible member, a portion located inside the balloon and the inner surface of the balloon are connected using a second fixing means that joins at the surface.

In addition, the balloon-type lighting device according to the third configuration is
With the housing
The balloon placed in the housing and
An illumination unit that is arranged inside the housing and illuminates the inner surface of the balloon,
It is provided inside the housing, and includes a blower portion that takes in air from the outside of the housing and blows air inside the balloon.

Side view and front view of the balloon type lighting device according to this embodiment (when stored) Perspective view of the balloon-type lighting device according to this embodiment (when stored) Side view, front view (during transportation) of the balloon type lighting device according to this embodiment Perspective view of the balloon-type lighting device according to this embodiment (during transportation) Side view of the balloon-type lighting device according to this embodiment (during transportation) The figure which shows the structure of the balloon type lighting apparatus which concerns on this embodiment. The figure which shows the storage structure of the balloon type lighting apparatus which concerns on this embodiment. The figure for demonstrating the attachment of the balloon which concerns on this embodiment. The figure for demonstrating the attachment of the balloon which concerns on this embodiment. Side view and front view of the balloon type lighting device according to this embodiment (when in use) Perspective view of the balloon-type lighting device according to this embodiment (when in use) Perspective view of balloon-type lighting device according to another embodiment (when in use) Perspective view of balloon-type lighting device according to another embodiment (when in use) Perspective view of balloon-type lighting device according to another embodiment (when in use) Perspective view of the balloon-type lighting device according to another embodiment (when stored) State of stopper operation of balloon type lighting apparatus which concerns on other embodiment Cross-sectional view of the legs of the balloon-type lighting device according to another embodiment The figure for demonstrating the attachment of the balloon which concerns on another embodiment.

The balloon-type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment is used at a construction site, a venue where various events are held, or the like, and illuminates the darkness at night or the like. When not in use, such a balloon-type lighting device 1 needs to be stored in an appropriate place, and when used, it needs to be transported to a lighting place such as a construction site or a venue for use. Therefore, the balloon-type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment is excellent in storability and transportability.

1A and 1B are views showing the configuration (when stored) of the balloon-type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment, FIG. 1A is a side view of the balloon-type lighting device 1, and FIG. 1B is a balloon. It is a front view of the type lighting device 1. Further, FIG. 2 is a perspective view (when stored) of the balloon-type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment.

As shown in FIGS. 1 (A), 1 (B), and 2 of the balloon type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment, the balloon type lighting device 1 has a small substantially cubic shape at the time of storage and is excellent in storability. It has become. The balloon-type lighting device 1 includes a housing 11, legs 12a and 12b, wheels 13, a support 2, and an upper cover 19.

The housing 11 is a portion that accommodates various electrical configurations, and is made of metal in the present embodiment. An axle fixing portion 11c is provided at the lower part of the housing 11, and the axle fixing portion 11c rotatably fixes the axle 15. Wheels 13 are provided at both ends of the axle 15. Further, a leg portion 12b is provided on the leg portion 12b at the lower end of the axle fixing portion 11c.

The legs 12a and 12b are configured so that when the balloon-type lighting device 1 is installed horizontally with respect to the ground, all the legs 12a and 12b are in contact with the ground. Further, when the balloon type lighting device 1 is installed horizontally with respect to the ground, the wheels 13 are provided so as not to touch the ground, that is, to have a distance between the ground and the wheels 13. In this way, during storage or use (lighting), the balloon-type lighting device 1 is in contact with the ground at the legs 12a and 12b, and the wheels 13 are not in contact with the ground, so that stability is maintained. I'm leaning. In particular, when the balloon is deployed (during lighting), even when a force is applied to the balloon due to strong wind or the like, the legs 12a and 12b can stand firmly and prevent inadvertent movement. It has become.

As shown in FIG. 1B, an intake portion 11a that communicates the outside and the inside of the housing 11 is provided on the front surface of the housing 11. By taking in outside air from the intake unit 11a, air is sent into the balloon. Further, a grip portion 11b is provided on the front surface of the housing 11. A grip portion is also provided on the back surface (not shown) of the housing 11, and by gripping the grip portion 11b on the front surface and the grip portion on the back surface, handling such as when lifting the housing 11 is facilitated. Further, a power cable connection connector 16 is provided on the front surface of the housing 11. 1 (A), 1 (B), and 2 show a state in which the power cable connector 52a of the power cable 52 is connected to the power cable connector 16.

As shown in FIGS. 1A and 2, a charging connector 17 and a display unit 18 are provided on the side surface of the housing 11. The charging connector 17 is a connector used when charging the battery mounted on the balloon type lighting device 1. By connecting the AC adapter to the charging connector 17, it is possible to charge the battery. The display unit 18 uses various types of display devices such as a liquid crystal display device, and can display various states of the balloon-type lighting device 1 such as a battery charge rate. As described above, the balloon-type lighting device 1 of the present embodiment can use two types of power supply: power supply using the power cable 52 and power supply by the battery in the housing 11. There is.

The upper part of the housing 11 is covered with the upper cover 19. The upper cover 19 is made of a flexible material such as cloth or vinyl. By covering the housing 11 with the upper cover 19, it is possible to protect the upper portion of the housing 11 during storage or transportation. Further, the balloon used in the present embodiment is housed in a storage space formed between the housing 11 and the upper cover 19. Further, a pocket 19a is formed on the upper portion of the upper cover 19. In the present embodiment, the power cable 52 can be stored in the pocket 19a.

When the balloon type lighting device 1 is used (during lighting), the upper cover 19 is removed and the balloon housed in the storage space is taken out. At this time, the removed upper cover 19 is collectively fixed to the upper part of the front surface of the housing 11 by using the fixing band 11e.

A support portion 2 is provided on the front surface of the balloon-type lighting device 1. The support portion 2 of the present embodiment includes two telescopic portions 22 and a handle 21 provided at the tip thereof. At the time of transportation, the balloon type lighting device 1 can be easily transported by extending the support portion 2 and using the wheels 13. Further, at the time of use, the extended support portion 2 supports the inflated balloon, and the balloon can be stably held.

3A and 3B are views showing the configuration (during transportation) of the balloon-type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment, FIG. 3A is a side view of the balloon-type lighting device 1, and FIG. 3B is a balloon. It is a front view of the type lighting device 1. Further, FIG. 4 is a perspective view (during transportation) of the balloon type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment.

The mode shown in FIGS. 3 and 4 is a state when the support portion 2 provided in the balloon-type lighting device 1 is extended. The support portion 2 includes two telescopic portions 22 and a handle 21 provided at the tip of the telescopic portion 22. The telescopic portion 22 of the present embodiment includes a first support column 22a fixed to the housing 11, a second support column 22b, a third support column 22c, a fourth support column 22d, and a fifth support column 22e housed in the first support column 22a. It is configured to have. Of these, the fifth support column 22e located at the uppermost portion is fixed to the handle 21.

The handle 21 is provided with an operation unit 21a. By pressing the operation unit 21a, the expansion / contraction unit 22 is expanded or retracted to be unlocked. That is, when the telescopic portion 22 is extended, the telescopic portion 22 is changed to the extended state (states of FIGS. 3 and 4) by applying a force in the extending direction of the support portion 2 while pressing the operation portion 21a. To do. On the other hand, when the expansion / contraction portion 22 is contracted, the expansion / contraction portion 22 is changed to the retracted state (states of FIGS. 1 and 2) by applying a force in the direction of contracting the support portion 2 while pressing the operation portion 21a. To do.

As described above, the balloon-type lighting device 1 of the present embodiment has a compact form in which the support portion 2 is contracted at the time of storage, and the support portion 2 is extended during transportation or use (lighting). It is possible to put it in a state of being.

FIG. 5 is a side view (during transportation) of the balloon type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment. During transportation, the balloon-type lighting device 1 is tilted to bring the wheels 13 into contact with the ground, and the handle 21 at the tip of the support portion 2 is gripped, so that the wheels 13 can be smoothly transferred. In particular, since the balloon-type lighting device 1 of the present embodiment has a built-in battery having a sufficient capacity, its weight is 20 kg or more. Therefore, such movement using the wheel 13 can be expected to reduce the burden on the person who handles the wheel 13.

FIG. 6 is a diagram showing a configuration of a balloon-type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6A is a top view of the housing 11, and FIG. 6B is a diagram showing the internal configuration of the housing 11. An illumination unit 31 for illuminating is provided on the upper surface of the housing 11. The lighting unit 31 of the present embodiment is composed of a plurality of LED elements 31a. In addition to this form, the lighting unit 31 can adopt various forms such as being composed of one LED element or being composed of a metal halide lamp.

Further, a power switch 32, a changeover switch 33, an option connector 34, and an exhaust portion 11d are provided on the upper portion of the housing 11. By operating the power switch 32, it is possible to switch the power on / off of the balloon type lighting device 1. When the power is turned on, the light emission of the lighting unit 31 and the blowing of air into the balloon are started. The changeover switch 33 is used when switching various states of the balloon type lighting device 1. In the present embodiment, the lighting unit 31 can be switched from the constantly lit state to the intermittent lighting state by operating the changeover switch 33. In addition, by operating the changeover switch 33, the color of the lighting unit 31 may be switched, or the ventilation state (intensity of ventilation, etc.) may be switched. The power switch 32, the changeover switch 33, and the option connector 34 may be provided at a place other than the upper part such as the side surface of the housing 11. When provided in a place other than the upper part, the power switch 32, the changeover switch 33, and the option connector 34 are preferably provided with a waterproof function because they face the outside during use (when the balloon is inflated).

The option connector 34 is a terminal for connecting various electrically operated options. For example, by connecting an option such as a lighting that is placed inside the balloon to enhance the degree of decoration or an electrically operated motor to this option connector 34, the balloon does not need a separate power supply for the option. It is possible to enhance the degree of decoration of the type lighting device 1, the visual effect, and the like.

As shown in FIG. 6B, a control unit 35, a battery 36, and a blower unit 37 that control the balloon-type lighting device 1 are provided inside the housing 11. The power supply to the balloon-type lighting device 1 such as the control unit 35 can be obtained from the power cable connector 16 or the internal battery 36. Further, the battery 36 is connected to a charging connector 17 provided on the side surface of the housing 11. The battery 36 can be charged by connecting the AC adapter to the charging connector 17.

A blower unit 37 and a lighting unit 31 are connected to the control unit 35. When the power switch 32 is operated, the light emission of the lighting unit 31 and the rotation of the fan in the blower unit 37 start. The blower portion 37 is arranged on the upper surface of the housing 11 by supplying outside air from the intake portion 11a provided on the side surface of the housing 11 and discharging the air from the exhaust portion 11d provided on the upper surface of the housing 11. Inflate the balloon. The air blowing unit 37 takes in outside air from the intake unit 11a provided in the housing 11, passes through the inside of the housing 11, and blows air from the exhaust unit 11d into the balloon 51. As a result, the heat generated in the lighting unit 31 can be effectively cooled by the air blown by the blower unit 37. In order to perform more effective cooling, for example, a heat sink (not shown) provided on the back surface (inside of the housing 11) of the lighting unit 31 is provided with air blown by the air blower unit 37. Is preferable.

FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a storage configuration of the balloon type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 corresponds to the stored state of FIGS. 1 and 2. As described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2, when the balloon type lighting device 1 is stored, the upper portion of the housing 11 is covered with the upper cover 19. The upper cover 19 is provided with pockets 19a in which three of the four sides are fixed. The power cable 52 can be stored in the pocket 19a. An outlet 52b for connecting to a commercial power source is provided at one end of the power cable 52. A power cable connector 52a is provided at the other end of the power cable 52. The power cable connector 52a is connected to the power cable connection connector 16 provided on the side surface of the housing 11. The power cable connector 52a and the power cable connection connector 16 are removable.

An inner cover 41 is provided around the upper surface of the housing 11 so as to surround the entire circumference of the housing 11. Like the upper cover 19, the inner cover 41 is made of a flexible material such as cloth or vinyl. The inner cover 41 is fixed at a plurality of locations by the housing 11 and fixing portions 42 such as screws. The balloon 51 is housed in a storage space 19b formed between the inner cover 41 and the upper cover 19. Further, surface fasteners 19c are provided at a plurality of locations at the lower end of the upper cover 19. The surface fastener 19c is removable from the surface fastener 19d provided on the side surface of the housing 11. By sticking the surface fasteners 19c and 19d together, it is possible to prevent the upper cover 19 from being inadvertently removed.

FIG. 8 is a diagram for explaining the attachment of the balloon 51 according to the present embodiment. In FIGS. 8 and 9, the upper part of the balloon 51 is omitted (broken line) in order to explain the connection state between the balloon 51 and the inner cover 41. When the balloon type lighting device 1 is used, the balloon 51 is attached to the inner cover 41 described with reference to FIG. 7 for use. As shown in FIG. 8A, the balloon 51 of the present embodiment is provided with a line fastener 51a on the entire circumference of the lower end thereof. On the other hand, a wire fastener 41a is also provided on the outer periphery of the inner cover 41 side. By connecting the wire fastener 51a on the balloon 51 side and the wire fastener 41a of the inner cover 41, the lower end of the balloon 51 is connected.

FIG. 8B shows a state in which the wire fastener 41a and the wire fastener 51a are connected. At the start of use of the balloon type lighting device 1 (at the start of lighting), it is necessary to operate the power switch 32 to turn on the power before connecting the wire fastener 41a and the wire fastener 51a. When the balloon type lighting device 1 is used, the power switch 32, the changeover switch 33, the option connector 34, and the like are located inside the balloon 51, so that it is possible to suppress the ingress of water due to rain or the like.

Further, in the present embodiment, the surface fastener 51b is provided at an appropriate position (entire circumference or a plurality of locations) inside the balloon 51, and the surface fastener 51b is provided at an appropriate position outside the inner cover 41 corresponding to the surface fastener 51b. By engaging the surface fastener 51b and the surface fastener 41b with each other, it is possible to further suppress the intrusion of water into the balloon 51. In the state where the wire fastener 41a and the wire fastener 51a are connected as shown in FIG. 8B, the surface fastener 51b and the surface fastener 41b are not necessarily fixed to each other.

However, the state shown in FIG. 9 is obtained by blowing air into the balloon 51. That is, the balloon 51 is inflated by the air blown into the balloon 51 from the exhaust portion 11d provided on the upper surface of the housing 11. Therefore, the hook-and-loop fastener 41b and the hook-and-loop fastener 51b provided at the corresponding positions are at appropriate positions, that is, positions facing each other, and are pressed against each other by the internal pressure indicated by the arrow to be firmly fixed. As described above, in the present embodiment, in addition to the fixing by the wire fastener 41a and the wire fastener 51a, the surface fastener 51b and the wire fastener 51a located inside them are fixed, so that the infiltration of water into the balloon 51 is effective. It is possible to suppress it. Further, the alignment of the surface fastener 41b and the surface fastener 51b is automatically performed by the expansion of the balloon 51.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when fixing the inner cover 41 (corresponding to the "flexible member") and the balloon 51, the wire fasteners 41a and 51a and the surface fasteners 41b and 51b are used for fixing. , Both are firmly fixed, and it is possible to suppress the intrusion of rainwater or the like into the inside of the balloon 51. The wire fasteners 41a and 51a used in the present embodiment can be fixed by various fixing means (corresponding to the "first fixing means"). Further, the fixing by the surface fasteners 41a and 51a can also be fixed by various fixing means (corresponding to the "second fixing means") in the form of joining by the surface.

10A and 10B are views showing the configuration (when in use) of the balloon-type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment, FIG. 10A is a side view of the balloon-type lighting device 1, and FIG. 10B is a balloon. It is a front view of the type lighting device 1. Further, FIG. 11 is a perspective view (when in use) of the balloon-type lighting device 1 according to the present embodiment. As shown in FIGS. 10 and 11, the balloon 51 and the inner cover 41 are connected by using the wire fastener 51a and the wire fastener 41a. Although not shown, as described with reference to FIG. 9, the inside of the balloon 51 is connected to the surface fastener 51b by the surface fastener 41b.

Further, in the present embodiment, the inflated balloon 51 is supported by using the support portion 2 erected from the side surface of the housing 11. As shown in FIGS. 10 and 11, the surface of the balloon 51 of the present embodiment is erected in a direction substantially perpendicular to the periphery of the upper surface of the housing 11. Further, the support portion 2 is also erected in a direction substantially perpendicular to the side surface of the housing 11. Therefore, the support portion 2 is located along the surface of the inflated balloon 51. Utilizing such a positional relationship, the inflated balloon 51 is supported by the support portion 2.

Further, in the present embodiment, two fixing portions 53 made of a flexible material such as cloth or vinyl are provided on the side surface of the balloon 51. Each fixing portion 53 is provided at a position where the handle 21 of the supporting portion 2 is located. The upper end of the fixing portion 53 is fixed to the balloon 51 by sewing. Further, a hook-and-loop fastener is provided at the lower end of the fixing portion 53. With the handle 21 sandwiched between the fixing portion 53 and the balloon 51, the surface fastener on the fixing portion 53 side is attached to the surface fastener provided on the balloon 51 side to fix the balloon 51 to the support portion 2. It becomes possible.

In this embodiment, in particular, the upper position (handle 21 portion) of the support portion 2 is fixed to the balloon 51 to improve the stability of the balloon 51. The balloon 51 is often used outdoors and may not be erected stably due to the wind. In the present embodiment, by supporting the balloon 51 using the support portion 2, it is possible to stably erect the balloon 51 even when the wind blows.

In order to properly erect the balloon 51, it is possible to increase the blowing strength of the blowing portion 37, increase the internal pressure of the balloon 51, and stiffen the balloon 51. However, in this case, the power consumption is increased, and it is considered that the usage time is shortened in the battery drive. In the present embodiment, by supporting the balloon 51 by using the support portion 2, the balloon 51 is appropriately erected even when the internal pressure of the balloon 51 is low, that is, the blowing strength of the blowing portion 37 is not increased. Is possible.

Further, a hook-and-loop fastener 51d is provided at an appropriate position on the surface of the balloon 51. Various messages such as "under construction" or a sheet member on which a picture, an icon, or the like is printed can be attached to the hook-and-loop fastener 51d. By laminating the surface fastener provided on the seat member and the surface fastener 51d on the balloon 51 side, it is possible to freely change the message, the picture, the icon, and the like. The balloon 51 illuminated from the inside by the lighting unit 31 can effectively convey a message or the like printed on the sheet member to the surroundings.

Although the balloon-type lighting device 1 of the present embodiment has been described above, the balloon-type lighting device 1 of the present embodiment stably stands the balloon 51 by the support portion 2 located along the side surface of the inflated balloon 51. It is possible to set it up. In particular, by providing the fixing portion 53 for fixing the support portion 2 and the balloon 51, the balloon 51 can be stably erected. In particular, by fixing the tip of the support portion 2 with the fixing portion 53, the balloon 51 can be erected more stably. Further, in the present embodiment, by using the handle 21 at the tip of the support portion 2, the support portion 2 can be used for transporting the balloon type lighting device 1.

The balloon-type lighting device 1 can employ various modifications other than the above-described embodiment. A modified example in which the balloon type lighting device 1 can be adopted will be described below.

(Modification example 1)
In the embodiments described with reference to FIGS. 10 and 11, various forms can be adopted for the fixing portion 53. In FIGS. 10 and 11, the fixing portion 53 is made of a flexible material, but various materials such as plastic and metal can be used as long as the balloon 51 and the supporting portion 2 can be fixed. it can. Further, in FIGS. 10 and 11, the fixing portion 53 is provided on the balloon 51 side, but may be provided on the support portion 2 side or may be independent of the balloon 51 and the support portion 2. Good. Further, the place where the fixing portion 53 is provided may be provided not only at the tip of the support portion 2 (the handle 21 portion) but also at an appropriate position of the support portion 2. Further, if the number of the fixing portions 53 is one or more, the number may be appropriately provided.

(Modification 2)
In the embodiment described with reference to FIGS. 10 and 11, the support portion 2 employs a configuration of two telescopic portions 22 and a handle 21 provided at the upper end thereof. As the configuration of the support portion 2, not only such a form but also various forms can be adopted. For example, the number of telescopic portions 22 may be one. Further, the support portions 2 may be provided at a plurality of locations. By providing the support portions 2 at a plurality of locations (for example, other surfaces of the housing 11), the balloon 51 can be erected more stably.

(Modification 3)
In the embodiment described with reference to FIGS. 10 and 11, the surface of the balloon 51 and the support portion 2 are erected substantially vertically from the side surface of the housing 11, and the support portion 2 is along the surface of the balloon 51. Is located. The support portion 2 does not necessarily have to stand vertically from the housing 11 as long as it follows the surface of the balloon 51. For example, when the surface of the balloon 51 is inclined, it is preferable that the support portion 2 is also inclined along the surface. Further, in the above-described embodiment, the balloon 51 used can be replaced. The angle of the support portion 2 (the standing angle of the support portion 2 with respect to the housing 11) may also be changed. The angle of the support portion 2 can be changed according to the balloon 51 to be used, and the balloon 51 can be stably supported.

(Modification example 4)
In the embodiment described with reference to FIGS. 10 and 11, the support portion 2 can be changed into two forms: a contracted state (when stored) and a stretched state (when transported and when used (when illuminated)). Met. Instead of such a form, the length of the support portion 2 may be changed to three or more forms. For example, in addition to the first state (during storage) reduced to the first length, the second state (during transportation) extended to the second length, and the third state extended to the third length. (At the time of use (at the time of lighting)) may be set. For example, by making the third state longer than the second state, it is possible to support the balloon 51 at a higher position and make it a more stable state. Further, when the balloon 51 to be used is changed, the length of the support portion 2 can be changed according to the height of the balloon 51 to be used.

FIG. 12 is a perspective view (when in use) of the balloon-type lighting device 1 according to another embodiment. The support portion 2 in the example of FIG. 12 is longer than the support portion 2 described with reference to FIGS. 10 and 11. Therefore, the height of the first support portion 22a is higher than the height of the housing 11, and when the support portion 2 is stored, the support portion 2 has a shape protruding from the housing 11. When the length of the support portion 2 is long as described above, it is possible to fix the support portion 2 at the upper position of the balloon 51 in the form in which the support portion 2 is extended as shown in FIG. The fixing portion 53 is provided at a position where the handle 21 is located when the support portion 2 is extended. By lengthening the support portion 2 in this way, the balloon 51 and the support portion 2 can be fixed at a high position of the balloon 51, and the balloon 51 can be supported in a stable state.

When the support portion 2 is lengthened as shown in FIG. 12, it is also advantageous when the balloon type lighting device 1 is moved. In the embodiment described with reference to FIG. 5, when the balloon type lighting device 1 is moved, the wheel 13 can be grounded and easily moved by grasping and tilting the operation unit 21a. By lengthening the support portion 2 as shown in FIG. 12, it is possible to reduce the angle α (shown in FIG. 5) formed by the support portion 2 and the ground shown in FIG. Therefore, it is possible to increase the distance between the leg portion 12b and the ground, it is possible to prevent the leg portion 12b from being caught by the unevenness of the ground, and the movement using the wheel 13 can be performed more smoothly. It will be possible.

(Modification 5)
FIG. 13 is a perspective view (when in use) of the balloon-type lighting device 1 according to another embodiment. It is necessary that the balloon type lighting device 1 does not move easily due to the influence of wind or the like. In the embodiment described with reference to FIG. 1 and the like, the four legs 12a and 12b are in contact with the ground, and the wheels 13 are in contact with the ground only when moving so as not to move easily. Modification 5 uses different techniques to prevent easy movement. In the modified example 5, the leg portion 12b described with reference to FIG. 1 is not provided, and the leg portion 12a and the wheel 13 are in contact with each other. Further, the housing 11 is provided with a wire fixing portion 11f. By fixing one end of the wire 55 to the wire fixing portion 11f and fixing the other end of the wire 55 to the anchor 56a (fixing portion to the ground) struck on the ground, the housing 11 is prevented from moving easily. There is. In the example of FIG. 13, wire fixing portions 11f are provided at two places in the housing 11, and two wires 55 are fixed to each wire fixing portion 11f. The number of wire fixing portions 11f and the number of wires 55 can be appropriately determined. The wire fixing portion 11f can also be used as a handle when carrying the balloon type lighting device 1.

(Modification 6)
FIG. 14 is a perspective view (when in use) of the balloon-type lighting device 1 according to another embodiment. In the balloon type lighting device 1 which is often used outdoors, in addition to the problem that the housing 11 itself moves, the balloon 51 is tilted due to the influence of wind, or the balloon 51 is greatly tilted due to further strong wind. , The problem that the balloon type lighting device 1 falls down is considered. The modification 6 is intended to suppress the inclination of the balloon 51. Therefore, in the modified example 6, the balloon 51 is provided with the wire fixing portion 54. By fixing one end of the wire 55 to the wire fixing portion 54 (fixing portion to the ground) and fixing the other end of the wire 55 to the weight 56b installed on the ground, it is possible to suppress the inclination of the balloon 51. Become. The wire fixing portion 54 can suppress the inclination by providing the balloon 51 at an appropriate position. In particular, as shown in FIG. 14, the upper end of the balloon 51 (preferably the balloon 51 in an inflated state) By providing it at a position (at least 1/2 of the height of the balloon), it is possible to effectively suppress the inclination due to the wind.

In the modified example 6, the weight 56b as the ground fixing portion may be replaced with the anchor 56a used in the modified example 5, or in the modified example 5, the weight 56b may be used instead of the anchor 56a. Alternatively, the form may include both the modified example 5 and the modified example 6. At that time, the ground-based fixing portion for fixing the wire 55 of the modified example 5 and the ground-based fixing portion for fixing the wire of the modified example 6 can also be used.

(Modification 7)
FIG. 15 is a perspective view (when in use) of the balloon-type lighting device 1 according to another embodiment. In the embodiment described with reference to FIG. 1 and the like, the four legs 12a and 12b are in contact with the ground, and the wheels 13 are in contact with the ground only when moving so as not to move easily. In the modified example 7, the legs 12b are not provided, and the wheels 13 are in contact with the ground. Further, the housing 11 is provided with a stopper 23 for fixing the wheel 13. When the balloon type lighting device 1 is used, the wheels 13 can be fixed by using the stopper 23.

FIG. 16 is a diagram for explaining the operation of the stopper 23. FIG. 16A is a schematic view when the wheel 13 is released, that is, when the balloon type lighting device 1 is made movable, and FIG. 16B is a schematic view when the wheel 13 is fixed, that is, balloon type lighting. It is a schematic diagram at the time of using the apparatus 1. The stopper 23 is made of strong metal and has an operating piece bent at the top as shown in FIG. Further, as shown in FIG. 16A, the stopper 23 is rotatably fixed to the housing 11 by the rotating shaft 23a, and a fitting groove 23b is formed. Further, inside the wheel 13, a fixing protrusion 13a made of bolts or the like is provided. At the time of fixing, the wheel 13 is rotated so that the fixing protrusion 13a is located near the fitting groove 23b, and the operation piece located above the stopper 23 is stepped on with a foot to rotate around the rotation shaft 23a. As shown in FIG. 16B, the fixing protrusion 13a and the fitting groove 23b are brought into mesh with each other. By engaging the fixing protrusion 13a on the wheel 13 side and the fitting groove 23b on the stopper 23 side in this way, the wheel 13 is firmly fixed and it is possible to suppress the rotation of the wheel 13 during use. There is.

(Modification 8)
FIG. 17 is a cross-sectional view of the leg portion 12a of the balloon-type lighting device 1 according to another embodiment. The balloon type lighting device 1 is expected to be used in various places outdoors and indoors. In particular, outdoors, it is conceivable to install it on a sloping ground or a place with steps. Since the balloon 51 used as shown in FIG. 11 may have a certain height, it is conceivable that the balloon 51 is tilted significantly when installed in a place having an inclination or a step. Therefore, it is preferable to provide a height adjusting member on the legs 12a (12b). In the example of FIG. 17, a height adjusting member is provided on the leg portion 12a. The height adjusting member includes an elastic member 122a and a height adjusting screw 122b, and the height adjusting screw. 122b is screwed to the leg body 121. By rotating the elastic member 122a, it is possible to change the degree of fitting of the height adjusting screw 122b and change the position of the elastic member 122a. By providing the height adjusting member on the leg portion 12a (12b) in this way, the housing 11 can be placed horizontally and the balloon 51 can be upright even in a place having an inclination or a step. ..

(Modification 9)
In the embodiment described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5, the housing 11 and the support portion 2 are fixed to each other. Instead of such a form, the support portion 2 may be detachable from the housing 11. For example, when it is not necessary to fix the balloon 51 using the support portion 2 such as when it is used indoors in a windless state, the appearance of the balloon type lighting device 1 can be improved by removing the support portion 2. Is possible. It is also conceivable that the transport member provided with the support portion 2 and the wheels 13 and the housing 11 can be attached and detached. At the time of transportation, the housing 11 is placed on the transport member, transported to the installation location, and the transport member is removed from the housing 11 in the installed state to facilitate easy transportation and stably fix the sufficient housing 11. It becomes possible.

(Modification example 10)
FIG. 18 is a diagram for explaining the attachment of the balloon 51 according to another embodiment. As described with reference to FIGS. 8 and 9, in the above-described embodiment, the line fasteners 41a and 51a and the hook-and-loop fasteners 41b and 51b are used to fix the balloon 51. FIG. 18A is a schematic view showing the upper part of the housing 11 and the balloon 51 according to another embodiment. In this example, the fixing groove 11f is provided on the upper part of the housing 11. When fixing the balloon 51, the balloon 51 is put on the upper part of the housing 11, and the fixing groove 11f portion is fixed by the rope 54. FIG. 18B is a schematic view showing a state when the balloon 51 is fixed. As shown in this figure, the lower portion of the balloon 51 is firmly fixed in the fixing groove 11 by the rope 54. As described above, various forms can be adopted for fixing the balloon 51.

1: Balloon type lighting device 2: Support part 11: Housing 11a: Intake part 11b: Grip part 11c: Axle fixing part 11d: Exhaust part 11e: Fixing band 11f: Fixing groove 12a: Leg part 12b: Leg part 13: Wheel 15: Axle 16: Power cable connection connector 17: Charging connector 18: Display 19: Top cover 19a: Pocket 19b: Accommodation space 19c, 19d: Hook-and-loop fastener 21: Handle 21a: Operation unit 22: Telescopic unit 22a to 22e :( 1st to 5th) Supports 31: Lighting unit 31a: LED element 32: Power switch 33: Changeover switch 34: Optional connector 35: Control unit 36: Battery 37: Blower 41: Inner cover 41a: Wire fastener 41b: Hook-and-loop fastener 42: Fixed part 51: Balloon 51a: Wire fastener 51b: Surface fastener 51d: Surface fastener 52: Power cable 52a: Power cable connector 52b: Outlet 53: Fixed part 54: Rope

Claims (6)

With the housing
The balloon placed in the housing and
An illumination unit that illuminates the inner surface of the balloon,
A blower that blows air inside the balloon,
A support located along the surface of the balloon and
A balloon-type lighting device including a fixing portion for fixing the balloon and the support portion in a state where the balloon is inflated by the blowing portion. The balloon-type lighting device according to claim 1, wherein the support portion is expandable and contractible. The balloon-type lighting device according to claim 1, wherein the fixing portion fixes the upper position of the support portion and the balloon. The balloon-type lighting device according to claim 1, wherein a wheel that enables the housing to move is provided at a position below the support portion. The housing has legs and
The balloon-type lighting device according to claim 4, wherein the wheels do not touch the ground when the legs of the housing are used to touch the ground. With a flexible member fixed to the housing
The lower end of the balloon is connected to the flexible member using a first fixing means.
The balloon-type lighting device according to claim 1, wherein a portion of the flexible member located inside the balloon and the inner surface of the balloon are connected by using a second fixing means that joins the balloons at the surfaces.