EP0188736A2 - Releasable connection between two parts, particularly for a lighting system, which are mechanically and electrically connected together - Google Patents

Releasable connection between two parts, particularly for a lighting system, which are mechanically and electrically connected together Download PDF

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EP0188736A2
EP0188736A2 EP85115922A EP85115922A EP0188736A2 EP 0188736 A2 EP0188736 A2 EP 0188736A2 EP 85115922 A EP85115922 A EP 85115922A EP 85115922 A EP85115922 A EP 85115922A EP 0188736 A2 EP0188736 A2 EP 0188736A2
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F21—LIGHTING
    • F21V—FUNCTIONAL FEATURES OR DETAILS OF LIGHTING DEVICES OR SYSTEMS THEREOF; STRUCTURAL COMBINATIONS OF LIGHTING DEVICES WITH OTHER ARTICLES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F21V21/00—Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devices; Hand grips
    • F21V21/14—Adjustable mountings
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F21—LIGHTING
    • F21S—NON-PORTABLE LIGHTING DEVICES; SYSTEMS THEREOF; VEHICLE LIGHTING DEVICES SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE EXTERIORS
    • F21S2/00—Systems of lighting devices, not provided for in main groups F21S4/00 - F21S10/00 or F21S19/00, e.g. of modular construction
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F21—LIGHTING
    • F21S—NON-PORTABLE LIGHTING DEVICES; SYSTEMS THEREOF; VEHICLE LIGHTING DEVICES SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE EXTERIORS
    • F21S8/00—Lighting devices intended for fixed installation
    • F21S8/04—Lighting devices intended for fixed installation intended only for mounting on a ceiling or the like overhead structures
    • F21S8/06—Lighting devices intended for fixed installation intended only for mounting on a ceiling or the like overhead structures by suspension
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F21—LIGHTING
    • F21V—FUNCTIONAL FEATURES OR DETAILS OF LIGHTING DEVICES OR SYSTEMS THEREOF; STRUCTURAL COMBINATIONS OF LIGHTING DEVICES WITH OTHER ARTICLES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F21V21/00—Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devices; Hand grips
    • F21V21/08—Devices for easy attachment to any desired place, e.g. clip, clamp, magnet
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F21—LIGHTING
    • F21V—FUNCTIONAL FEATURES OR DETAILS OF LIGHTING DEVICES OR SYSTEMS THEREOF; STRUCTURAL COMBINATIONS OF LIGHTING DEVICES WITH OTHER ARTICLES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F21V21/00—Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devices; Hand grips
    • F21V21/08—Devices for easy attachment to any desired place, e.g. clip, clamp, magnet
    • F21V21/096—Magnetic devices
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F21—LIGHTING
    • F21V—FUNCTIONAL FEATURES OR DETAILS OF LIGHTING DEVICES OR SYSTEMS THEREOF; STRUCTURAL COMBINATIONS OF LIGHTING DEVICES WITH OTHER ARTICLES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F21V21/00—Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devices; Hand grips
    • F21V21/14—Adjustable mountings
    • F21V21/26—Pivoted arms
    • F21V21/28—Pivoted arms adjustable in more than one plane
    • F21V21/29—Pivoted arms adjustable in more than one plane employing universal joints
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F21—LIGHTING
    • F21V—FUNCTIONAL FEATURES OR DETAILS OF LIGHTING DEVICES OR SYSTEMS THEREOF; STRUCTURAL COMBINATIONS OF LIGHTING DEVICES WITH OTHER ARTICLES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F21V23/00—Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices

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  • the invention relates to a connection between two mechanically and electrically detachably connected parts, in particular a lighting system.
  • the parts to be connected are mechanically connected in accordance with the prior art in a force-locking and form-fitting manner by means of screws, bolts or the like.
  • Current-carrying cables are provided as current conductors, which are either continuous on the connection, for example a joint, or can be separated or connected to one another by means of luster terminals or the like.
  • the invention has for its object to provide a simple construction in accordance with the type mentioned, which is particularly versatile and particularly easy to manufacture or solve.
  • the two parts can be connected to one another by means of magnetic force and, when the magnetic force connection is reached, establish electrical contact by mutual contact.
  • the present invention thus relates to magnets, in particular permanent magnets, which simultaneously form an electrical contact when a magnetic force connection is achieved.
  • the direct connection of the frictional connection and the electrical contact enables a large number of technical problems to be solved in a particularly simple manner.
  • a current-carrying cable is not required in the area of the connection, which leads to a particularly simple and low-wear arrangement, in particular if the parts are connected to one another in an articulated manner, for example by means of a ball joint.
  • the parts of the connection can be a magnetic ball joint of known type, the magnetic holder of the magnetic ball joint preferably forming the base, which is connected to the electrical power supply, and the ball, which is connected to other connecting elements is connected to the consumer, is held non-positively on the magnet holder.
  • the base part can also be designed as a magnetic rail, the other part, which is again designed as a ball or a cylinder, for example, being attachable along the magnetic rail at any point by means of magnetic force.
  • one part has two sections which are electrically separated from one another, that the other part also has two sections which are electrically separated from one another and that the electrical separation of the individual sections is maintained in the connected state of the parts.
  • an electrical circuit can be formed by means of single connection, that is to say closed by means of a single magnetic joint, while in the other case two connections are required, but this can be advantageous from the design and lighting aspects.
  • the electrical connection has two electrical poles which are insulated from one another and the connection consists of a magnet holder and a ball held thereon by magnetic force
  • the construction of the connection according to a further advantageous feature of the invention can be such that the magnet holder Via an annular surface with the ball in magnetic and physical connection, the ball has a contact pin arranged in its interior and protruding beyond the circumference of the ball, which is electrically insulated from the ball, and that one inside the magnet holder is electrically opposite the magnet holder insulated contact surface is arranged, which comes into engagement with the ball only with the contact pin of the ball.
  • the contact surface is expediently curved in accordance with the shape of the ball and has locking recesses for the contact pin, which is preferably resilient in its longitudinal direction between two end stops. Corresponding to the locking recesses on the contact surface, certain preferred angular positions of the ball relative to the magnet holder are thus defined.
  • the rail has along its center line an electrically insulated contact rail with respect to the rail, which, when attached second part is in contact with a contact element fastened to the second part and electrically insulated from it.
  • the second part can in turn be designed as a ball or, for example, as a cylindrical element whose cylinder axis runs parallel to the rail.
  • connection according to the invention can be used particularly advantageously in connection with a lighting system. If the connection is electrically single-pole, then according to a further feature of the invention, the lighting system is characterized in that two basic connections are provided, between which the electrical consumer is connected.
  • At least one of the base connections is electrically conductively connected to a further connection with the interposition of an intermediate element, and the further connection is electrically connected to the other base connection with the interposition of the electrical consumer or to another connection associated with this with the interposition of an intermediate element conductively connected. Due to such an arrangement, which has a plurality of articulated connections, the respective technical and design requirements for the lighting system can be met to a high degree in a very simple manner.
  • the lighting system can preferably be designed such that a base connection is connected in an electrically conductive manner with the interposition of an intermediate element to a further connection, which in turn is connected to the electrical consumer.
  • a base connection is connected in an electrically conductive manner with the interposition of an intermediate element to a further connection, which in turn is connected to the electrical consumer.
  • the intermediate elements between the base connection and the further connection can be formed by a rod, a tube or an electrically conductive cable both in the case of electrically single-pole and in the case of electrically double-pole connections. It can be particularly advantageous if the intermediate element is formed by a telescopic rod, which gives the lighting system additional design and lighting flexibility.
  • a multiplicity of base parts in particular magnetic holders, are provided and in particular are arranged in a grid shape on a ceiling or the like.
  • the lighting system according to the invention can be attached or modified in a particularly simple manner after screwing together of mechanical parts is no longer necessary and also no electrical connections have to be made separately.
  • the individual parts of the system are simply joined together and hold together due to the magnetic force, thereby simultaneously establishing the electrical contact.
  • two holders 2, 2 ' are attached to a ceiling 1 at a distance from one another by means of suitable fastening elements such as screws and dowels or by means of adhesive.
  • a magnetic holder 3 can be inserted into the holder 2 and locked there.
  • the magnet holder 3 has at its end facing away from the holder 2 a hemispherical recess 3a for receiving a ball 4 made of magnetic material. Magnet holder 3 and ball 4 together form a magnetic ball joint, as is commercially available, for example, from the company IBS-Magnet Berlin :
  • An elongated intermediate element 5, for example an electrically conductive rod, is connected at one end to the ball 4 in a mechanically rigid and electrically conductive manner (or can be connected, for example, by means of a thread) and in the same way to another holder 12 at its opposite end, which again a ball joint consisting of magnet holder 13 and ball 14 receives.
  • the holder 2 ' is followed by the magnetic holder 3', ball 4 ', intermediate element 5', further holder 12 ', magnet holder 13' and ball 14 '.
  • a connecting part 9 carrying the lighting fixture 10 is mechanically fixed and electrically conductive at its opposite ends to the ball 14 or 14 '.
  • the electrical circuit takes place from the holder 2 or the magnet holder 3 via the ball 4, the intermediate element 5, the further holder 12, the further magnet holder 13, the further ball 14, the left part of the connecting part 9 to the consumer 10 and from here via the corresponding parts back to the magnet holder 3 'or to the holder 2'.
  • a magnetic rail 23 or 23 ' is provided as a magnetic holding element, on which the balls 4 are held at any point.
  • the magnetic holder according to FIG. Allows the ball to be rotated or pivoted on all sides by 180 °.
  • each magnet is connected to a pole of an electrical circuit.
  • magnets magnet holders
  • the magnet holder 33 is divided into two electrical poles which are insulated from one another. The electrical separation takes place so that the magnetic force is not hindered.
  • the magnetic material, that is, the ball 34 also contains two poles which are electrically separated from one another and which receive an electrical contact when the magnetic force is applied.
  • the magnet holder 33 comprises a magnet 35 which, when the ball 34 is inserted, forms a magnetic circuit via two iron poles 36a, 36b.
  • the two iron poles 36a, 36b are separated from one another at 37 by means of a non-magnetic material (Ms, V2A, Al).
  • the iron poles 36a, 36b form on their inner side, opposite the permanent magnet 35, an annular bearing surface 38, the shape of which is adapted to that of the ball 34 and via which the ball 34 is held on the magnet holder 33 by means of magnetic force.
  • a contact surface 39 which is electrically insulated from the magnet 35 and the iron poles 36a, 36b by means of a suitable insulation 40, is provided within the magnet holder 33 and below the support surface 38.
  • the shape of the contact surface 39 corresponds to that of the ball 34 and when the ball 34 is inserted there is a small distance between the contact surface 39 and the surface of the ball 34, so that the ball surface does not come into contact with the contact surface 39.
  • a contact pin 41 which is electrically insulated from the electrically conductive ball by means of an insulation 42, is provided within the ball 34 and runs through the center thereof.
  • the contact pin 41 extends through the ball 34 and along the longitudinal axis of the intermediate element 45 fastened to the ball, from which it is likewise electrically insulated via the insulation 42.
  • the contact pin 41 protrudes beyond the surface of the ball 34 to such an extent that the pin 41 bears against the contact surface 39 when the ball 34 is attached to the magnet holder 33, so that an electrical contact is made between the contact surface 39 and the pin 41 becomes.
  • the current is thus supplied on the one hand via the iron pole 36a or 36b to the ball 34 and the outer tube 46 of the intermediate element 45 and on the other hand via the contact surface 39 to the contact pin 41 of the ball or the intermediate element.
  • the arrangement according to FIG. 6 corresponds essentially to that according to FIG. 4, but the contact pin 41, as shown, is arranged to be displaceable in the axial direction and is pressed in the direction of the contact surface 39 by means of a spring 43.
  • the spring 43 also represents the contact spring, via which the electrical connection between the contact pin 41 and an electrical inner conductor 44 of the intermediate element 45 is established.
  • a limiting pin 47 protrudes into an elongated hole 48 of the pin 41, whereby the contact pin 41 is limited in its movement.
  • the contact surface 39 is provided with a dot matrix 47 consisting of depressions or elevations, so that the ball 34 can snap into a number of positionally stable positions on the magnet holder 33.
  • FIGS. 7 and 8 show an electrically two-pole magnetic connection in which the magnet holder is designed as a magnet rail 53.
  • the magnetic rail 53 comprises a magnetic plate 55 running in the longitudinal direction of the rail, which is bordered laterally by two plate-shaped iron poles 56, 57. Between the magnetic poles 56, 57 and the illustration according to FIG. 7 above the magnetic plate 55, insulated from other parts of the magnetic rail f5, there is a contact rail 59 running in the longitudinal direction of the rail with a contact surface 60.
  • the ball 54 with a contact pin 61 is designed such that as described in connection with Fig. 4 or 6
  • the pivoting range of the ball 54 in the case of the magnet rail shown in FIG. 7 and 8 between a minimum of about 90 0 (in the longitudinal direction of the magnetic rail) and a maximum of about 120 ° (transverse to the magnetic bar).
  • a corresponding cylindrical element can also be used to improve the magnetic holding force, the cylindrical axis of which runs parallel to the longitudinal direction of the rail. In this case, however, this cylinder element together with the parts attached to it can only be pivoted transversely to the longitudinal rail.
  • FIGS. 9a to 9d show that instead of the holder shown, for example, in FIG. 1, 2 holders 102a can be used, which can hold two magnet holders 3 (see FIGS. 9a and 9b), or holders 102b for three magnet holders (see FIG. 9c) or holder 102c for six magnetic holders (see FIG. 9d).
  • FIGS. 10 to 10 c show that the ball 4, for example according to FIG. 1, can be replaced by a ball 104 which carries further magnet holders 103 in a suitable configuration via rigid connecting elements 106. While a two-armed construction is shown in FIG. 10a, a three-armed or six-armed construction is sketched in FIGS. 10b and 10c.
  • the intermediate element 205 is designed as a loose rope, according to Fig. Llb as a tube or rod, as shown in Fig. Llc as a telescope and as shown in Fig. Lld as a non-conductive plastic disc, which is provided with an electrical conductor 206.
  • the length of all intermediate elements 205 can be freely determined, depending on the desired application. For the holders and magnetic holders to be connected to the intermediate pieces, the same variation possibilities result as described above.
  • FIG. 12a to 12e show some examples of lighting elements of the most varied shapes, such as those that can be inserted between the two magnet holders 13 and 13 'according to FIG. 1. Such as in Fig. 12e seen, can i be back additional fasteners provided here.
  • a transformer is required for the voltage.
  • a corresponding circuit diagram is outlined and the various connection options of several lights, be it via point connections or via magnetic rail connections.
  • reference number 201 denotes the primary-side fuse
  • reference number 202 the secondary-side fuse
  • reference number 203 the primary-side transformer
  • reference number 204 the secondary-side transformer
  • reference number 210 the individual lights.
  • the circuit for a single lamp is outlined, to the left the circuit for a row of points or a rail with a separate transformer and further to the left several rows of points or rails.
  • the light is switched on and off in the usual way using a switch.
  • a relay or a dimmer if necessary by means of a remote control the lighting system can be made even more user-friendly.
  • FIG. 14 shows a grid of magnetic holders 3 in the upper part and a grid of magnetic rails 23 in the lower part. Furthermore, FIG. 14 shows how current is supplied to the individual grid points via lines 211, 212. Some of the connection options for the lighting fixtures 10 are also shown.
  • FIG. 17 to 30 show different luminaire configurations from which the diversity of the system becomes clear.
  • the power supply takes place centrally from one point. Described on this point In the next circle are the magnetic holders of the other electrical feed. Telescopic stands are attached to these magnetic holders, which lead to the second pole of the lamp.
  • FIG. 20 shows some forms of wall lights, some of which are made with electrically bipolar magnetic ball joints.
  • the table lamp shown at the top right in FIG. 21 can be regarded as a basic type.
  • the lamp has an electrically two-pole magnetic holder in the base and on the lamp body.
  • the magnet holders are connected by a two-pole telescopic rod. With this arrangement, the lamp light cone can be adjusted to any point on the surface to be illuminated.
  • Fig. 22 shows ceiling lights based on electrical two-pole magnetic holders, which are distributed in a grid pattern on the ceiling.
  • Fig. 24 shows an arrangement of a plurality of magnetic rails and lights attached thereto.
  • the grid of the magnetic holder on the ceiling is clearly recognizable.
  • the magnetic holders are designed to be electrically single-pole. From Fig. 27 it can be seen that the lights, if desired, can also be attached between the ceiling and the wall.
  • Fig. 30 which shows a work lamp, it can be seen that constant workplace lighting is possible by carrying the lamp, for example, on the movable drawing board.
  • 31 to 34 show various working steps for fastening the lamp according to the invention to the ceiling.
  • the magnet holder 3, 3 'together with the associated lines are installed under plaster.
  • a telescopic rod 205 is clipped onto the magnet holder 3 via the ball 4 located at its upper end.
  • 32 the other telescopic rod 205 "is clipped onto the further magnet holder 3 '.
  • FIG. 33 it can be seen how the lighting element 10 is clipped onto the further magnet holder 13, 13' via the connecting part 9.
  • FIG. 34 shows this completely installed lighting system.
  • 35 to 45 show some of the possible different lamp configurations of the lamp shown in Figs. 31 to 34.
  • Fig. 46 shows how two lights can be attached diagonally to a grid of four magnetic holders.
  • 47 shows a corresponding configuration with two lamps arranged in parallel.
  • 48 and 49 show further arrangements with two parallel lights. In the case of the arrangement according to FIG. 49, two lights are shown with a common pole.
  • FIGS. 50 and 51 an intermediate element being dispensed with in the case of FIG. 51 and the connecting part 9 being directly coupled at one end to the magnet holder 3 '.

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For a connection, in particular for use with an illumination system, two mechanically and electrically releasably coupled parts, in particular a magnetic holder (3) and a ball (4) which define a ball-and-socket joint, are provided, with said two parts (3) and (4) being interconnectable by means of magnetic force and contacting each other, the two parts (3, 4) establishing electrical contact for the lighting fixture (10) as a result of magnetic frictional contact.

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Die Erfindung betrifft eine Verbindung zwischen zwei mechanisch und elektrisch lösbar miteinander verbundenen Teilen insbesondere eines Beleuchtungssystems.The invention relates to a connection between two mechanically and electrically detachably connected parts, in particular a lighting system.

Bei Beleuchtungssystemen, insbesondere Lampen, werden die zu verbindenden Teile gemäß dem Stand der Technik kraft-und formschlüssig mittels Schrauben, Bolzen oder dergleichen mechanisch verbunden. Als Stromleiter sind stromführende Kabel vorgesehen, die entweder an der Verbindung, beispielsweise einem Gelenk, durchgehend ausgebildet sind oder aber an der Verbindung mittels Lüsterklemmen oder dergleichen trennbar bzw. miteinander verbindbar sind.In the case of lighting systems, in particular lamps, the parts to be connected are mechanically connected in accordance with the prior art in a force-locking and form-fitting manner by means of screws, bolts or the like. Current-carrying cables are provided as current conductors, which are either continuous on the connection, for example a joint, or can be separated or connected to one another by means of luster terminals or the like.

Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrund, eine im Aufbau einfache Verbindung gemäß der eingangs genannten Gattung zu schaffen, die besonders vielseitig anwendbar und besonders einfach herstellbar bzw. lösbar ist.The invention has for its object to provide a simple construction in accordance with the type mentioned, which is particularly versatile and particularly easy to manufacture or solve.

Zur Lösung dieser Aufgabe wird erfindungsgemäß vorgeschlagen, daß die beiden Teile mittels Magnetkraft miteinander verbindbar sind und mit Erreichen des magnetischen Kraftschlusses durch gegenseitige Kontaktnahme den elektrischen Kontakt herstellen.To achieve this object, it is proposed according to the invention that the two parts can be connected to one another by means of magnetic force and, when the magnetic force connection is reached, establish electrical contact by mutual contact.

Gegenstand der vorliegenden Erfindung sind somit Magneten, insbesondere Permanentmagneten, die mit Erreichen eines magnetischen Kraftschlusses gleichzeitig einen elektrischen Kontakt bilden. Durch die direkte Verbindung von Kraftschluß und elektrischem Kontakt sind eine Vielzahl von technischen Problemen auf besonders einfache Weise zu lösen. So ist zum Beispiel ein stromführendes Kabel im Bereich der Verbindung nicht erforderlich, was insbesondere dann, wenn die Teile miteinander gelenkig, beispielsweise mittels eines Kugelgelenks verbunden sind, zu einer besonders einfachen und verschleißarmen Anordnung führt.The present invention thus relates to magnets, in particular permanent magnets, which simultaneously form an electrical contact when a magnetic force connection is achieved. The direct connection of the frictional connection and the electrical contact enables a large number of technical problems to be solved in a particularly simple manner. For example, a current-carrying cable is not required in the area of the connection, which leads to a particularly simple and low-wear arrangement, in particular if the parts are connected to one another in an articulated manner, for example by means of a ball joint.

Gemäß einem bevorzugten Merkmal der Erfindung können die Teile der Verbindung ein Magnet-Kugelgelenk an sich bekannter Bauart sein, wobei der Magnethalter des Magnet-Kugelgelenks vorzugsweise die Basis bildet, die an die elektrische Stromzufuhr angeschlossen ist, und die Kugel, die über weitere Verbindungselemente mit dem Verbraucher verbunden ist, am Magnethalter kraftschlüssig gehalten wird.According to a preferred feature of the invention, the parts of the connection can be a magnetic ball joint of known type, the magnetic holder of the magnetic ball joint preferably forming the base, which is connected to the electrical power supply, and the ball, which is connected to other connecting elements is connected to the consumer, is held non-positively on the magnet holder.

In alternativer Weise kann das Basisteil auch als Magnetschiene ausgebildet sein, wobei das andere Teil, das beispielsweise wieder als Kugel oder als Zylinder ausgebildet ist, längs der Magnetschiene an beliebigen Punkten mittels Magnetkraft befestigbar ist.Alternatively, the base part can also be designed as a magnetic rail, the other part, which is again designed as a ball or a cylinder, for example, being attachable along the magnetic rail at any point by means of magnetic force.

Gemäß einem besonders vorteilhaften Merkmal der Erfindung ist vorgesehen, daß der eine Teil zwei voneinander elektrisch getrennte Abschnitte aufweist, daß der andere Teil ebenfalls zwei voneinander elektrisch getrennte Abschnitte aufweis.t und daß im verbundenen Zustand der Teile die elektrische Trennung der einzelnen Abschnitte aufrechterhalten bleibt. Bei einer solchen Ausgestaltung der Verbindung kann eine elektrischer Kreis mittels einer einzigen Verbindung, d. h. mittels eines einzigen Magnetgelenks geschlossen werden, während im anderen Falle zwei Verbindungen erforderlich sind, was jedoch unter gestalterischen und beleuchtungstechnischen Gesichtspunkten von Vorteil sein kann.According to a particularly advantageous feature of the invention, it is provided that one part has two sections which are electrically separated from one another, that the other part also has two sections which are electrically separated from one another and that the electrical separation of the individual sections is maintained in the connected state of the parts. In such a configuration of the connection, an electrical circuit can be formed by means of single connection, that is to say closed by means of a single magnetic joint, while in the other case two connections are required, but this can be advantageous from the design and lighting aspects.

Wenn die elektrische Verbindung, wie vorstehend erwähnt, zwei voneinander isolierte elektrische Pole aufweist, und die Verbindung aus Magnethalter und einer hieran über Magnetkraft gehaltenen Kugel besteht, sαkann der Aufbau der Verbindung gemäß einem weiteren vorteilhaften Merkmal der Erfindung im einzelnen so sein, daß der Magnethalter über eine Ringfläche mit der Kugel in magnetischer und körperlicher Verbindung steht, daß die Kugel einen in ihrem Inneren angeordneten und über den Umfang der Kugel hinausragenden Kontaktstift aufweist, der gegenüber der Kugel elektrisch isoliert ist, und daß im Inneren des Magnethalters eine gegenüber dem Magnethalter elektrisch isolierte Kontaktfläche angeordnet ist, die bei eingesetzter Kugel ausschließlich mit dem Kontaktstift der Kugel in Eingriff kommt.If, as mentioned above, the electrical connection has two electrical poles which are insulated from one another and the connection consists of a magnet holder and a ball held thereon by magnetic force, the construction of the connection according to a further advantageous feature of the invention can be such that the magnet holder Via an annular surface with the ball in magnetic and physical connection, the ball has a contact pin arranged in its interior and protruding beyond the circumference of the ball, which is electrically insulated from the ball, and that one inside the magnet holder is electrically opposite the magnet holder insulated contact surface is arranged, which comes into engagement with the ball only with the contact pin of the ball.

Gemäß weiteren Merkmalen der Erfindung ist die Kontaktfläche zweckmäßigerweise entsprechend der Form der Kugel gewölbt und weist Rastvertiefungen für den Kontaktstift auf, der vorzugsweise in seiner Längsrichtung zwischen zwei Endanschlägen federnd ausgebildet ist. Entsprechend den Rastvertiefungen an der Kontaktfläche sind somit bestimmte bevorzugte Winkelpositionen der Kugel gegenüber dem Magnethalter definiert.According to further features of the invention, the contact surface is expediently curved in accordance with the shape of the ball and has locking recesses for the contact pin, which is preferably resilient in its longitudinal direction between two end stops. Corresponding to the locking recesses on the contact surface, certain preferred angular positions of the ball relative to the magnet holder are thus defined.

Im Falle der Verwendung einer Schiene als Magnethalter und einer zweipoligen elektrischen Verbindung weist gemäß einem weiteren Merkmal der Erfindung die Schiene längs ihrer Mittellinie eine gegenüber der Schiene elektrisch isolierte Kontaktschiene auf, die bei angesetztem zweiten Teil mit einem am zweiten Teil befestigten und gegenüber diesem elektrisch isolierten Kontaktelement in Berührung steht. Das zweite Teil kann hierbei wiederum als Kugel ausgebildet sein oder aber auch beispielsweise als zylindrisches Element, dessen Zylinderachse parallel zur Schiene verläuft.In the case of using a rail as a magnet holder and a two-pole electrical connection, according to a further feature of the invention, the rail has along its center line an electrically insulated contact rail with respect to the rail, which, when attached second part is in contact with a contact element fastened to the second part and electrically insulated from it. The second part can in turn be designed as a ball or, for example, as a cylindrical element whose cylinder axis runs parallel to the rail.

Die erfindungsgemäße Verbindung ist unter anderem besonders vorteilhaft im Zusammenhang mit einem Beleuchtungssystem verwendbar. Ist die Verbindung elektrisch einpolig, so ist gemäß einem weiteren Merkmal der Erfindung das Beleuchtungssystem dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß zwei Basis-Verbindungen vorgesehen sind, zwischen die der elektrische Verbraucher geschaltet ist.The connection according to the invention can be used particularly advantageously in connection with a lighting system. If the connection is electrically single-pole, then according to a further feature of the invention, the lighting system is characterized in that two basic connections are provided, between which the electrical consumer is connected.

Vorzugsweise ist hierbei zumindest eine der Basis-Verbindungen unter Zwischenschaltung eines Zwischenelements mit einer weiteren Verbindung elektrisch leitend verbunden, und es ist die weitere Verbindung unter Zwischenschaltung des elektrischen Verbrauchers mit der anderen Basis-Verbindung oder mit einer dieser unter Zwischenschaltung eines Zwischenelements zugeordneten weiteren Verbindung elektrisch leitend verbunden. Aufgrund einer solchen Anordnung, welche eine Mehrzahl von gelenkigen Verbindungen aufweist, kann den jeweiligen technischen und gestalterischen Anforderungen an das Beleuchtungssystem in einfachster Weise in hohem Maße entsprochen werden.Preferably, at least one of the base connections is electrically conductively connected to a further connection with the interposition of an intermediate element, and the further connection is electrically connected to the other base connection with the interposition of the electrical consumer or to another connection associated with this with the interposition of an intermediate element conductively connected. Due to such an arrangement, which has a plurality of articulated connections, the respective technical and design requirements for the lighting system can be met to a high degree in a very simple manner.

In dem Fall, in welchem die Verbindungen elektrisch zweipolig sind, kann das Beleuchtungssystem vorzugsweise so ausgebildet sein, daß eine Basis-Verbindung unter Zwischenschaltung eines Zwischenelements mit einer weiteren Verbindung elektrisch leitend verbunden ist, die ihrerseits mit dem elektrischen Verbraucher verbunden ist. Bei Verwendung beispielsweise eines Magnet-Kugelgelenks als Verbindung wird durch die Anordnung aufgrund der Vielzahl der Freiheitsgrade eine äußerst flexible Lampe geschaffen, die in praktisch jede beliebige Richtung ausrichtbar ist.In the case in which the connections are electrically two-pole, the lighting system can preferably be designed such that a base connection is connected in an electrically conductive manner with the interposition of an intermediate element to a further connection, which in turn is connected to the electrical consumer. When using, for example, a magnetic ball joint as a connection, the arrangement is due to the large number the degrees of freedom created an extremely flexible lamp that can be aligned in practically any direction.

Die Zwischenelemente zwischen der Basis-Verbindung und der weiteren Verbindung können sowohl im Falle von elektrisch einpoligen als auch im Falle von elektrisch zweipoligen Verbindungen von einer Stange, einem Rohr oder einem elektrisch leitenden Seil gebildet sein. Besonders vorteilhaft kann es sein, wenn das Zwischenelement von einer Teleskopstange gebildet wird, wodurch das Beleuchtungssystem zusätzliche gestalterische und lichttechnische Flexibilität erhält.The intermediate elements between the base connection and the further connection can be formed by a rod, a tube or an electrically conductive cable both in the case of electrically single-pole and in the case of electrically double-pole connections. It can be particularly advantageous if the intermediate element is formed by a telescopic rod, which gives the lighting system additional design and lighting flexibility.

Besonders vorteilhaft kann es sein, wenn gemäß einem weiteren Merkmal der Erfindung eine Vielzahl von Basisteilen, insbesondere Magnethaltern, vorgesehen sind und insbesondere an einer Raumdecke oder dergleichen rasterförmig angeordnet sind. Bei geeigneter elektrischer Verschaltung der rasterförmig angeordneten Magnethalter ist eine Vielzahl von Lampenkonfigurationen möglich, und die Lampen können dem Raster entsprechend an beliebiger Stelle der Raumdecke angebracht werden.It can be particularly advantageous if, according to a further feature of the invention, a multiplicity of base parts, in particular magnetic holders, are provided and in particular are arranged in a grid shape on a ceiling or the like. With a suitable electrical connection of the magnet holders arranged in a grid-like arrangement, a large number of lamp configurations are possible, and the lamps can be attached at any point on the ceiling according to the grid.

Das Beleuchtungssystem gemäß der Erfindung ist auf besonders einfache Weise anzubringen bzw. zu verändern, nachdem kein Zusammenschrauben von mechanischen Teilen mehr erforderlich ist und auch keinerlei elektrische Verbindungen separat hergestellt werden müssen. Die einzelnen Teile des Systems werden lediglich aneinandergefügt und halten aufgrund der Magnetkraft zusammen, wobei hierdurch gleichzeitig der elektrische Kontakt hergestellt wird.The lighting system according to the invention can be attached or modified in a particularly simple manner after screwing together of mechanical parts is no longer necessary and also no electrical connections have to be made separately. The individual parts of the system are simply joined together and hold together due to the magnetic force, thereby simultaneously establishing the electrical contact.

Im folgenden werden mehrere Ausführungsbeispiele der Erfindung anhand der Zeichnung näher erläutert, wobei sich sämtliche Ausführungsbeispiele auf Lampensysteme beziehen. Es sei jedoch nochmals ausdrücklich angemerkt, daß die erfindungsgemäßen Verbindungen auch auf anderen technischen Gebieten vorteilhaft anwendbar sind.In the following, several exemplary embodiments of the invention are explained in more detail with reference to the drawing, all exemplary embodiments relating to lamp systems. However, it should again be expressly noted that the compounds according to the invention can also be applied to other techni areas are advantageously applicable.

In den Figuren zeigen:

  • Fig. 1 eine Leuchte mit zwei jeweils elektrisch einpoligen Basis-Magnet-Kugelgelenken,
  • Fig. 2 in schematischer Darstellung die elektrische Stromversorgung über zwei Magnet-Kugelgelenke,
  • Fig. 3 die grundsätzliche Anordnung bei Ve-rwendung von elektrisch einpoligen Magnetschienen,
  • Fig. 4 eine teilweise geschnittene Seitenansicht eines elektrisch zweipoligen Magnet-Kugelgelenks,
  • Fig. 5 eine Draufsicht auf das Magnet-Kugelgelenk gemäß Fig. 4,
  • Fig. 6 eine weitere Ausführungsform eines elektrisch zweipoligen Magnet-Kugelgelenks,
  • Fig. 7 eine Seitenansicht einer elektrisch zweipoligen Verbindung, wobei das magnetische Halteelement eine Magnetschiene ist,
  • Fig. 8 eine Draufsicht auf die Magnetschiene gemäß Fig. 7,
  • Fig. 9a bis 9d verschiedene alternative Ausführungsformen des Halters,
  • Fig.10a bis 10c verschiedene alternative Ausführungsformen der Kugel des Magnet-Kugelgelenks,
  • Fig.lla bis lld verschiedene alternative Ausführungsformen von zwei Magnet-Verbindungen verbindenden Zwischenelementen,
  • Fig.l2a bis 12e verschiedene Ausführungsformen von zwischen zwei elektrisch einpoligen Magnetverbindungen zu schaltenden Beleuchtungskörpern
  • Fig. 13 einen Schaltplan zur Stromversorgung von Niedervolt-Glühlampen in schematischer Darstellung,
  • Fig. 14 ein Schaltbild für parallele Einspeisung eines aus einer Vielzahl von Magnethaltern gebildeten Rasters,
  • Fig. 15 ein Schaltbild für,diagonale Einspeisung des einer Vielzahl von Magnethaltern gebildeten Rasters,
  • Fig. 16 bis 30 eine Anzahl von möglichen Lampenkonfigurationen,
  • Fig. 31 bis 34 die einzelnen Schritte des Anbringens einer Leuchte an der Decke, und
  • Fig. 35 bis 51 verschiedene Leuchtenkonfigurationen.
The figures show:
  • 1 is a lamp with two electrically single-pole base magnetic ball joints,
  • 2 shows a schematic representation of the electrical power supply via two magnetic ball joints,
  • 3 shows the basic arrangement when using electrically single-pole magnetic rails,
  • 4 is a partially sectioned side view of an electrically two-pole magnetic ball joint,
  • 5 is a plan view of the magnetic ball joint according to FIG. 4,
  • 6 shows a further embodiment of an electrically two-pole magnetic ball joint,
  • 7 is a side view of an electrically two-pole connection, the magnetic holding element being a magnetic rail,
  • 8 is a plan view of the magnetic rail according to FIG. 7,
  • 9a to 9d different alternative embodiments of the holder,
  • 10a to 10c different alternative embodiments of the ball of the magnetic ball joint,
  • Fig.lla to lld different alternative embodiments of intermediate elements connecting two magnetic connections,
  • Fig.l2a to 12e different embodiments of lighting fixtures to be switched between two electrically single-pole magnetic connections
  • 13 is a circuit diagram for the power supply of low-voltage incandescent lamps in a schematic representation,
  • 14 is a circuit diagram for parallel feeding of a grid formed from a plurality of magnet holders,
  • 15 is a circuit diagram for diagonal feeding of the grid formed by a plurality of magnet holders,
  • 16 to 30 a number of possible lamp configurations,
  • 31 to 34 the individual steps of attaching a lamp to the ceiling, and
  • 35 to 51 different lamp configurations.

Gemäß Fig. 1 sind beispielsweise an einer Zimmerdecke 1 voneinander beabstandet zwei Halter 2, 2' mittels geeigneter Befestigungselemente wie beispielsweise Schrauben und Dübel oder mittels Kleben befestigt. Ein magnetischer Halter 3 ist in den Halter 2 einsteckbar und dort verrast-1, for example, two holders 2, 2 'are attached to a ceiling 1 at a distance from one another by means of suitable fastening elements such as screws and dowels or by means of adhesive. A magnetic holder 3 can be inserted into the holder 2 and locked there.

bar. Der Magnethalter 3 weist an seinem dem Halter 2 abgewandten Ende eine halbkugelförmige Ausnehmung 3a zur Aufnahme einer Kugel 4 aus magnetischem Werkstoff auf.Magnethalter 3 und Kugel 4 bilden zusammen ein Magnet-Kugelgelenk, wie es handelsüblich beispielsweise über die Firma IBS-Magnet Berlin erhältlich ist:bar. The magnet holder 3 has at its end facing away from the holder 2 a hemispherical recess 3a for receiving a ball 4 made of magnetic material. Magnet holder 3 and ball 4 together form a magnetic ball joint, as is commercially available, for example, from the company IBS-Magnet Berlin :

Ein langgestrecktes Zwischenelement 5, beispielsweise eine elektrisch leitende Stange, ist an seinem einen Ende mechanisch starr und elektrisch leitend mit der Kugel 4 verbunden (oder beispielsweise mittels eines Gewindes verbindbar) und in gleicher Weise an seinem gegenüberliegenden Ende mit einem weiteren Halter 12 verbunden, welcher wiederum ein Kugelgelenk bestehend aus Magnethalter 13 und Kugel 14 aufnimmt.An elongated intermediate element 5, for example an electrically conductive rod, is connected at one end to the ball 4 in a mechanically rigid and electrically conductive manner (or can be connected, for example, by means of a thread) and in the same way to another holder 12 at its opposite end, which again a ball joint consisting of magnet holder 13 and ball 14 receives.

In gleicher Weise schließen sich an den Halter 2' Magnethalter 3', Kugel 4', Zwischenelement 5', weiterer Halter 12', Magnethalter 13' und Kugel 14' an.In the same way, the holder 2 'is followed by the magnetic holder 3', ball 4 ', intermediate element 5', further holder 12 ', magnet holder 13' and ball 14 '.

Sämtliche in Fig. 1 dargestellte Magnet-Kugelgelenke sind identisch.All magnetic ball joints shown in Fig. 1 are identical.

Ein den Beleuchtungskörper 10 tragender Verbindungsteil 9 ist an seinen gegenüberliegenden Enden mit der Kugel 14 bzw. 14' mechanisch fest und elektrisch leitend verbunden.A connecting part 9 carrying the lighting fixture 10 is mechanically fixed and electrically conductive at its opposite ends to the ball 14 or 14 '.

Der Stromkreislauf erfolgt vom Halter 2 bzw. dem Magnethalter 3 über die Kugel 4, das Zwischenelement 5, den weiteren Halter 12, den weiteren Magnethalter 13, die weitere Kugel'14, den linken Teil des Verbindungsteils 9 zum Verbraucher 10 und von hier über die entsprechenden Teile zurück zum Magnethalter 3' bzw. zum Halter 2'.The electrical circuit takes place from the holder 2 or the magnet holder 3 via the ball 4, the intermediate element 5, the further holder 12, the further magnet holder 13, the further ball 14, the left part of the connecting part 9 to the consumer 10 and from here via the corresponding parts back to the magnet holder 3 'or to the holder 2'.

In Fig. 2 ist bei Verwendung von zwei Magnet-Kugelgelenken 3, 4 und 3', 4' der Stromverlauf durch die strichpunktierte Linie und der Magnetkreis durch die gestrichelte Linie skizziert.In Fig. 2, when using two magnetic ball joints 3, 4 and 3 ', 4', the current profile through the dash-dotted line and the magnetic circuit through the dashed line line outlined.

In Fig. 3 ist als magnetisches Halteelement eine Magnetschiene 23 bzw. 23' vorgesehen, an welcher die Kugeln 4 an beliebiger Stelle gehalten werden. Wie im Falle der Magnetschiene Magnethalter gemäß Fig. läßt die/eine allseitige Drehung bzw. Verschwenkung der Kugel um 180° zu.In Fig. 3, a magnetic rail 23 or 23 'is provided as a magnetic holding element, on which the balls 4 are held at any point. As in the case of the magnetic rail, the magnetic holder according to FIG. Allows the ball to be rotated or pivoted on all sides by 180 °.

Bei den vorstehend beschriebenen Ausführungsbeispielen, bei denen jeweils zwei elektrisch einpolige Magnetgelenke verwendet werden, die entsprechend der Strombelastung ausreichend Leiterwerkstoff enthalten sollten, wird jeder Magnet mit einem Pol eines elektrischen Kreises verbunden.Bei Kraftschluß durch einen magnetischen Werkstoff (die Kugel) an einem der beiden Magneten (Magnethalter) wird ein elektrischer Kontakt hergestellt. Verbindet man nun den vom Magnethalter gehaltenen magnetischen Werkstoff (Kugel) mit einem elektrischen Verbraucher und stellt eine elektrisch leitende Verbindung vom anderen Pol des Verbrauchers zum zweiten magnetischen Werkstoff (Kugel 4') her, so schließt sich der Stromkreis, sobald der zweite Magnethalter;mit diesem Werkstoff kraftschlüssig wird.In the exemplary embodiments described above, in which two electrically single-pole magnetic joints are used, which should contain sufficient conductor material in accordance with the current load, each magnet is connected to a pole of an electrical circuit. When force-locked by a magnetic material (the ball) on one of the two An electrical contact is made to magnets (magnet holders). If you now connect the magnetic material (sphere) held by the magnet holder to an electrical consumer and establish an electrically conductive connection from the other pole of the consumer to the second magnetic material (sphere 4 '), the circuit closes as soon as the second magnet holder; this material becomes non-positive.

Die im folgenden beschriebenen Ausführungsbeispiele gemäß Fig. 4 bis 8 gestatten es, einen elektrischen Kreis mit nur einer einzigen Verbindung zu schließen.The exemplary embodiments described in the following according to FIGS. 4 to 8 allow an electrical circuit to be closed with only a single connection.

Bei dem gemäß Fig. 4 und 5 dargestellten Magnet-Kugelgelenk ist der Magnethalter 33 in zwei voneinander isolierte elektrische Pole aufgeteilt. Die elektrische Trennung erfolgt so, daß die magnetische Kraftwirkung nicht behindert wird. Im magnetischen Werkstoff, also der Kugel 34, sind ebenfalls zwei voneinander elektrisch getrennte Pole enthalten, die bei magnetischem Kraftschluß einen elektrischen Kontakt erhalten.4 and 5, the magnet holder 33 is divided into two electrical poles which are insulated from one another. The electrical separation takes place so that the magnetic force is not hindered. The magnetic material, that is, the ball 34, also contains two poles which are electrically separated from one another and which receive an electrical contact when the magnetic force is applied.

Im einzelnen ist aus den Figuren 4 und 5 ersichtlich, daß der Magnethalter 33 einen Magneten 35 umfaßt, der bei eingesetzter Kugel 34 über zwei Eisenpole 36a, 36b einen magnetischen Kreis bildet. Die beiden Eisenpole 36a, 36b sind bei 37 mittels eines unmagnetischen Werkstoffs (Ms, V2A, Al) voneinander getrennt. Die Eisenpole 36a, 36b bilden an ihrer, dem Permanentmagneten 35 gegenüberliegenden Innenseite eine ringförmige Auflagefläche 38, deren Form derjenigen der Kugel 34 angepaßt ist und über die die Kugel 34 mittels Magnetkraft am Magnethalter 33 gehalten ist. Innerhalb des Magnethalters 33 und unterhalb der Auflagefläche 38 liegend ist eine Kontaktfläche 39 vorgesehen, welche gegenüber dem Magneten 35 und den Eisenpolen 36a, 36b mittels einer geeigneten Isolation 40 elektrisch isoliert ist. Die Form der Kontaktfläche 39 entspricht derjenigen der Kugel 34 und bei eingesetzter Kugel 34 besteht ein kleiner Abstand zwischen Kontaktfläche 39 und Oberfläche der Kugel 34, so daß die Kugeloberfläche mit der Kontaktfläche 39 nicht in Kontakt kommt.It can be seen in detail from FIGS. 4 and 5 that the magnet holder 33 comprises a magnet 35 which, when the ball 34 is inserted, forms a magnetic circuit via two iron poles 36a, 36b. The two iron poles 36a, 36b are separated from one another at 37 by means of a non-magnetic material (Ms, V2A, Al). The iron poles 36a, 36b form on their inner side, opposite the permanent magnet 35, an annular bearing surface 38, the shape of which is adapted to that of the ball 34 and via which the ball 34 is held on the magnet holder 33 by means of magnetic force. A contact surface 39, which is electrically insulated from the magnet 35 and the iron poles 36a, 36b by means of a suitable insulation 40, is provided within the magnet holder 33 and below the support surface 38. The shape of the contact surface 39 corresponds to that of the ball 34 and when the ball 34 is inserted there is a small distance between the contact surface 39 and the surface of the ball 34, so that the ball surface does not come into contact with the contact surface 39.

Innerhalb der Kugel 34 ist durch deren Mitte verlaufend ein Kontaktstift 41 vorgesehen, der gegenüber der elektrisch leitenden Kugel mittels einer Isolation 42 elektrisch isoliert ist. Der Kontaktstift 41 erstreckt sich durch die Kugel 34 hindurch und entlang der Längsachse des an der Kugel befestigten Zwischenelements 45, gegenüber welchem er ebenfalls über die Isolation 42 elektrisch isoliert ist. An dem dem Zwischenelement 45 gegenüberliegenden Ende ragt der Kontaktstift 41 über die Oberfläche der Kugel 34 soweit heraus, daß der Stift 41 bei an den Magnethalter 33 angesetzter Kugel 34 an der Kontaktfläche 39 anliegt, so daß zwischen Kontaktfläche 39 und Stift 41 ein elektrischer Kontakt hergestellt wird.A contact pin 41, which is electrically insulated from the electrically conductive ball by means of an insulation 42, is provided within the ball 34 and runs through the center thereof. The contact pin 41 extends through the ball 34 and along the longitudinal axis of the intermediate element 45 fastened to the ball, from which it is likewise electrically insulated via the insulation 42. At the end opposite the intermediate element 45, the contact pin 41 protrudes beyond the surface of the ball 34 to such an extent that the pin 41 bears against the contact surface 39 when the ball 34 is attached to the magnet holder 33, so that an electrical contact is made between the contact surface 39 and the pin 41 becomes.

Die Stromzufuhr erfolgt somit einerseits über den Eisenpol 36a oder 36b zur Kugel 34 und dem äußeren Rohr 46 des Zwischenelements 45 und andererseits über die Kontaktfläche 39 zum Kontaktstift 41 der Kugel bzw. des Zwischenelements.The current is thus supplied on the one hand via the iron pole 36a or 36b to the ball 34 and the outer tube 46 of the intermediate element 45 and on the other hand via the contact surface 39 to the contact pin 41 of the ball or the intermediate element.

Die Anordnung gemäß Fig. 6 entspricht im wesentlichen derjenigen gemäß Fig. 4, wobei jedoch der Kontaktstift 41, wie dargestellt, in axialer Richtung verschieblich angeordnet ist und mittels einer Feder 43 in Richtung auf die Kontaktfläche 39 gedrückt wird. Die Feder 43 stellt gleichzeitig die Kontaktfeder dar, über die die elektrische Verbindung zwischen dem Kontaktstift 41 und einem elektrischen Innenleiter 44 des Zwischenelements 45 hergestellt wird. Ein Begrenzungsstift 47 ragt in ein Langloch 48 des Stiftes 41 hinein, wodurch der Kontaktstift 41 in seiner Bewegung begrenzt wird.The arrangement according to FIG. 6 corresponds essentially to that according to FIG. 4, but the contact pin 41, as shown, is arranged to be displaceable in the axial direction and is pressed in the direction of the contact surface 39 by means of a spring 43. The spring 43 also represents the contact spring, via which the electrical connection between the contact pin 41 and an electrical inner conductor 44 of the intermediate element 45 is established. A limiting pin 47 protrudes into an elongated hole 48 of the pin 41, whereby the contact pin 41 is limited in its movement.

Wie in Fig. 6 angedeutet, ist die Kontaktfläche 39 im Falle dieses Ausführungsbeispiels mit einem aus Vertiefungen bzw. Erhöhungen bestehenden Punktraster 47 versehen, so daß die Kugel 34 in eine Anzahl von lagestabilen Positionen am Magnethalter 33 einrasten kann.As indicated in FIG. 6, in the case of this exemplary embodiment the contact surface 39 is provided with a dot matrix 47 consisting of depressions or elevations, so that the ball 34 can snap into a number of positionally stable positions on the magnet holder 33.

In den Figuren 7 und 8 ist eine elektrisch zweipolige Magnetverbindung gezeigt, bei der der Magnethalter als Magnetschiene 53 ausgebildet ist. Die Magnetschiene 53 umfaßt eine in Längsrichtung der Schiene verlaufende Magnetplatte 55, die seitlich von zwei plattenförmigen Eisenpolen 56, 57 eingefaßt ist. Zwischen den Magnetpolen 56, 57 und der Darstellung gemäß Fig. 7 oberhalb der Magnetplatte 55 befindet sich,von danübrigen Teilen der Magnetschiene f5 isoliert,eine in Längsrichtung der Schiene verlaufende Kontaktschiene 59 mit Kontaktfläche 60. Die Kugel 54 mit Kontaktstift 61 ist so ausgebildet, wie dies im Zusammenhang mit Fig. 4 oder 6 beschriebenFIGS. 7 and 8 show an electrically two-pole magnetic connection in which the magnet holder is designed as a magnet rail 53. The magnetic rail 53 comprises a magnetic plate 55 running in the longitudinal direction of the rail, which is bordered laterally by two plate-shaped iron poles 56, 57. Between the magnetic poles 56, 57 and the illustration according to FIG. 7 above the magnetic plate 55, insulated from other parts of the magnetic rail f5, there is a contact rail 59 running in the longitudinal direction of the rail with a contact surface 60. The ball 54 with a contact pin 61 is designed such that as described in connection with Fig. 4 or 6

und dargestellt ist. Hinsichtlich der Funktionsweise kann ebenfalls auf die diesbezüglichen Erläuterungen Bezug genommen werden. Der Schwenkbereich der Kugel 54 liegt im Falle der Magnetschiene gemäß Fig. 7 und 8 zwischen minimal etwa 900 (in Längsrichtung der Magnetschiene) und maximal etwa 120°(quer zur Magnetschiene).and is shown. With regard to the mode of operation, reference can also be made to the relevant explanations. The pivoting range of the ball 54, in the case of the magnet rail shown in FIG. 7 and 8 between a minimum of about 90 0 (in the longitudinal direction of the magnetic rail) and a maximum of about 120 ° (transverse to the magnetic bar).

Anstelle der in Fig. 7 skizzierten Kugel 54 kann zur Verbesserung der magnetischen Haltekraft auch ein entsprechendes zylindrisches Element verwendet werden, dessen Zylinderachse parallel zur Längsrichtung der Schiene verläuft. In diesem Falle kann dieses Zylinderelement samt hieran befestigten Teilen jedoch nur quer zur Längsschiene verschwenkt werden.Instead of the ball 54 sketched in FIG. 7, a corresponding cylindrical element can also be used to improve the magnetic holding force, the cylindrical axis of which runs parallel to the longitudinal direction of the rail. In this case, however, this cylinder element together with the parts attached to it can only be pivoted transversely to the longitudinal rail.

Im folgenden werden einige Variationsmöglichkeiten des Systems anhand von einzelnen Elementen, die gegeneinander ausgetauscht werden können, gezeigt.In the following, some possible variations of the system are shown using individual elements that can be exchanged for each other.

Fig. 9a bis 9d zeigen, daß anstelle des beispielsweise in Fig. 1 dargestellten Halters 2 Halter 102a verwendet werden können, welche zwei Magnethalter 3 (siehe Fig. 9a und 9b)aufnehmen können, oder auch Halter 102b für drei Magnethalter (siehe Fig. 9c) oder Halter 102c für sechs Magnethalter (siehe Fig. 9d).9a to 9d show that instead of the holder shown, for example, in FIG. 1, 2 holders 102a can be used, which can hold two magnet holders 3 (see FIGS. 9a and 9b), or holders 102b for three magnet holders (see FIG. 9c) or holder 102c for six magnetic holders (see FIG. 9d).

Fig. 10 bis 10 c zeigen, daß die Kugel 4 beispielsweise gemäß Fig. 1 durch eine Kugel 104 ersetzt werden kann, die über starre Verbindungselemente 106 in geeigneter Konfiguration weitere Magnethalter 103 trägt. Während in Fig. 10a eine zweiarmige Konstruktion dargestellt ist, ist in den Fig. 10b bzw. 10c eine dreiarmige bzw. sechsarmige Konstruktion skizziert.10 to 10 c show that the ball 4, for example according to FIG. 1, can be replaced by a ball 104 which carries further magnet holders 103 in a suitable configuration via rigid connecting elements 106. While a two-armed construction is shown in FIG. 10a, a three-armed or six-armed construction is sketched in FIGS. 10b and 10c.

Fig. lla bis lld zeigen einige mögliche bevorzugte Beispiele von Zwischenelementen. Gemäß Fig. lla ist das Zwischenelement 205 als loses Seil ausgebildet, gemäß Fig. llb als Rohr oder Stange, gemäß Fig. llc als Teleskop und gemäß Fig. lld als nicht leitende Kunststoffscheibe, die mit einem elektrischen Leiter 206 versehen ist. Alle Zwischenelemente 205 sind, je nach erwünschter Anwendung, in ihrer Länge frei zu bestimmen. Für die an die Zwischenstücke anzuschließenden Halter und Magnethalter ergeben sich die gleichen Variationsmöglichkeiten wie weiter oben beschrieben.11a to 11d show some possible preferred examples of intermediate elements. According to Fig. Lla, the intermediate element 205 is designed as a loose rope, according to Fig. Llb as a tube or rod, as shown in Fig. Llc as a telescope and as shown in Fig. Lld as a non-conductive plastic disc, which is provided with an electrical conductor 206. The length of all intermediate elements 205 can be freely determined, depending on the desired application. For the holders and magnetic holders to be connected to the intermediate pieces, the same variation possibilities result as described above.

Die Fig. 12a bis 12e zeigen einige Beispiele von Leuchtenelementen unterschiedlichster Form, wie sie beispielsweise zwischen die beiden Magnethalter 13 und 13' gemäß Fig. 1 einfügbar sind. Wie beispielsweise aus Fig. 12e ersichtlich, können auch hier wieder zusätzliche Verbindungselemente vorgesehenisein.12a to 12e show some examples of lighting elements of the most varied shapes, such as those that can be inserted between the two magnet holders 13 and 13 'according to FIG. 1. Such as in Fig. 12e seen, can i be back additional fasteners provided here.

Die vorstehend beschriebenen Leuchten werden im Niedervoltbereich, in der Regel mit 12 oder 24 Volt, betrieben. Bei Netzbetrieb ist für die Spannung ein Transformator erforderlich. In Fig. 13 ist ein entsprechender Schaltplan skizziert und die verschiedenen Anschlußmöglichkeiten mehrerer Leuchten, sei es über Punktanschlüsse oder über Magnetschienenanschlüsse, dargestellt. In Fig. 13 ist mit den Bezugsziffern 201 die primärseitige Sicherung, mit der Bezugsziffer 202 die sekundärseitige Sicherung, mit der Bezugsziffer 203 der primärseitige Transformator, mit der Bezugsziffer 204 der sekundärseitige Transformator und mit den Bezugsziffern 210 die einzelnen Leuchten bezeichnet. Rechts in Fig.! 13 ist die Schaltung für eine Einzelleuchte skizziert, links daneben die Schaltung für eine Punktreihe oder eine Schiene mit separatem Transformator und weiter links daneben mehrere Punktreihen oder Schienen.The lights described above are operated in the low-voltage range, usually with 12 or 24 volts. In the case of mains operation, a transformer is required for the voltage. In Fig. 13 a corresponding circuit diagram is outlined and the various connection options of several lights, be it via point connections or via magnetic rail connections. In FIG. 13, reference number 201 denotes the primary-side fuse, reference number 202 the secondary-side fuse, reference number 203 the primary-side transformer, reference number 204 the secondary-side transformer, and reference number 210 the individual lights. Right in Fig. 13 the circuit for a single lamp is outlined, to the left the circuit for a row of points or a rail with a separate transformer and further to the left several rows of points or rails.

Das Licht wird in üblicher weise mittels eines Schalters ein- und ausgeschaltet. Mittels eines Relais oder eines Dimmers, gegebenenfalls mittels einer Fernsteuerung betätigt, kann das Lichtsystem noch bedienungsfreundlicher ausgebildet werden.The light is switched on and off in the usual way using a switch. By means of a relay or a dimmer, if necessary by means of a remote control the lighting system can be made even more user-friendly.

Soll die Möglichkeit bestehen, mehrere Leuchten in einem Raum an verschiedenen Stellen zu befestigen, so kann dies über ein Raster von Magnethaltern 3, 13 oder Magnetschienen 23, 53 erfolgen. In Fig. 14 ist im oberen Teil ein Raster vonfmagnethaltern 3 und im unteren Teil ein Raster von Magnetschienen 23 dargestellt. Weiterhin ist aus Fig. 14 ersichtlich, auf welche Weise den einzelnen Rasterpunkten über die Leitungen 211, 212 Strom zugeführt wird. Einige der Anschlußmöglichkeiten für die Beleuchtungskörper 10 sind ebenfalls dargestellt.If there is the possibility of attaching several lights in different places in a room, this can be done using a grid of magnetic holders 3, 13 or magnetic rails 23, 53. 14 shows a grid of magnetic holders 3 in the upper part and a grid of magnetic rails 23 in the lower part. Furthermore, FIG. 14 shows how current is supplied to the individual grid points via lines 211, 212. Some of the connection options for the lighting fixtures 10 are also shown.

In Fig. 15 ist eine diagonale Stromzufuhr für die einzelnen Rasterpunkte skizziert. Hieraus ergeben sich wiederum unterschiedliche Anschlußmöglichkeiten für die Beleuchtungskörper.15 shows a diagonal power supply for the individual grid points. This in turn results in different connection options for the lighting fixtures.

Bei der vorstehend beschriebenen rasterförmigen Anordnung von Magnethaltern oder Magnetschienen besteht die Möglichkeit, mehrere Leuchten in einem Raum an verschiedenen Stellen zu befestigen, sowie eine oder mehrere Leuchten an unterschiedlichen Orten/im Raum aufzuhängen.With the above-described grid-shaped arrangement of magnetic holders or magnetic rails, there is the possibility of attaching several lights in one room at different locations, and hanging one or more lights at different locations / in the room.

Aus Fig. 16 ist deutlich erkennbar, welch hohe Variationsmöglichkeit mit dem erfindungsgemäßen Leuchtensystem erzielt werden kann. Aufgrund der Magnet-Kugelgelenke ist es möglich, praktisch jeden Punkt im Raum auszuleuchten.From Fig. 16 it can be clearly seen what a high degree of variation can be achieved with the lighting system according to the invention. Thanks to the magnetic ball joints, it is possible to illuminate practically every point in the room.

Fig. 17 bis 30 zeigen verschiedene Leuchten-Konfigurationen, aus denen die Vielfältigkeit des Systems deutlich wird. Bei dem in Fig. 19 dargestellten Lüster aus mehreren Leuchten erfolgt die Stromzuführung zentral von einem Punkt ausgehend. Auf einem um diesen Punkt beschriebenen Kreis liegen die Magnethalter der anderen elektrischen Zuführung. An diesen Magnethaltern sind Teleskopgestände angebracht, die zu dem zweiten Pol der Leuchte führen.17 to 30 show different luminaire configurations from which the diversity of the system becomes clear. In the case of the chandelier shown in FIG. 19 consisting of a plurality of lights, the power supply takes place centrally from one point. Described on this point In the next circle are the magnetic holders of the other electrical feed. Telescopic stands are attached to these magnetic holders, which lead to the second pole of the lamp.

Fig. 20 zeigt einige Formen von'Wandleuchten, die teilweise mit elektrisch zweipoligen Magnet-Kugelgelenken hergestellt sind.20 shows some forms of wall lights, some of which are made with electrically bipolar magnetic ball joints.

Fig. 21 zeigt einige Ausführungsformen von Tischleuchten. Die in Fig. 21 rechts oben dargestellte Tischleuchte kann als Grundtyp angesehen werden. Die Leuchte hat im Fuß und am Leuchtenkörper je einen elektrisch zweipoligen Magnethalter. Die Magnethalter werden durch eine zweipolige Teleskopstange verbunden. Durch diese Anordnung ist der Lampenlichtkegel auf jeden Punkt der zu beleuchtenden Fläche einstellbar.21 shows some embodiments of table lamps. The table lamp shown at the top right in FIG. 21 can be regarded as a basic type. The lamp has an electrically two-pole magnetic holder in the base and on the lamp body. The magnet holders are connected by a two-pole telescopic rod. With this arrangement, the lamp light cone can be adjusted to any point on the surface to be illuminated.

Fig. 22 zeigt Deckenleuchten auf der.Basis von elektrisch zweipoligen Magnethaltern, die rasterförmig an der Decke verteilt sind.Fig. 22 shows ceiling lights based on electrical two-pole magnetic holders, which are distributed in a grid pattern on the ceiling.

Fig. 24 zeigt eine Anordnung von mehreren Magnetschienen und hieran befestigten Leuchten.Fig. 24 shows an arrangement of a plurality of magnetic rails and lights attached thereto.

In den Fig. 25 und 26 ist das Raster der Magnethalter an der Raumdecke deutlich erkennbar. Die Magnethalter sind hierbei elektrisch einpolig ausgeführt. Aus Fig. 27 ist erkennbar, daß die Leuchten, falls gewünscht, auch zwischen Decke und Wand befestigt werden können.25 and 26, the grid of the magnetic holder on the ceiling is clearly recognizable. The magnetic holders are designed to be electrically single-pole. From Fig. 27 it can be seen that the lights, if desired, can also be attached between the ceiling and the wall.

Fig. 28 und 29 zeigen eine mögliche Aufhängung einzelner Leuchtenprojekte. Im jeweils unteren Bildausschnitt ist das Raster der Magnethalter nochmals in Draufsicht gezeigt.28 and 29 show a possible suspension of individual lighting projects. In the lower section of the picture, the grid of the magnetic holder is shown again in plan view.

Aus Fig. 30, welche eine Arbeitsleuchte zeigt, ist erkennbar, daß eine gleichbleibende Arbeitsplatzbeleuchtung durch Mitführen der Lampe beispielsweise an dem beweglich gehaltenen Zeichenbrett möglich ist.From Fig. 30, which shows a work lamp, it can be seen that constant workplace lighting is possible by carrying the lamp, for example, on the movable drawing board.

Aus den Fig. 31 bis 34 sind verschiedene Arbeitsschritte zum Befestigen der erfindungsgemäßen Lampe an der Decke ersichtlich. Die Magnethalter 3, 3' samt zugehöriger Leitungen sind hierbei unter Putz verlegt. In Fig. 31 wird eine Teleskopstange 205 überfdie an ihrem oberen Ende befindliche Kugel 4 an den Magnethalter 3 angeklinkt. In Fig. 32 wird die andere Teleskopstange 205" an den weiteren Magnethalter 3' angeklinkt. Aus Fig. 33 ist ersichtlich, wie der Beleuchtungskörper 10 über den Verbindungsteil 9 an den weiteren Magnethaltern 13, 13' angeklinkt werden. Fig. 34 zeigt das vollkommen installierte Beleuchtungssystem.31 to 34 show various working steps for fastening the lamp according to the invention to the ceiling. The magnet holder 3, 3 'together with the associated lines are installed under plaster. 31, a telescopic rod 205 is clipped onto the magnet holder 3 via the ball 4 located at its upper end. 32, the other telescopic rod 205 "is clipped onto the further magnet holder 3 '. From FIG. 33 it can be seen how the lighting element 10 is clipped onto the further magnet holder 13, 13' via the connecting part 9. FIG. 34 shows this completely installed lighting system.

Fig. 35 bis 45 zeigen einige der möglichen unterschiedlichen Lampenkonfigurationen der in den Fig. 31 bis 34 dargestellten Lampe.35 to 45 show some of the possible different lamp configurations of the lamp shown in Figs. 31 to 34.

Fig. 46 zeigt, wie an einem Punktraster von vier Magnethaltern zwei Leuchten diagonal angebracht werden können. Fig. 47 zeigt eine entsprechende Konfiguration mit zwei parallel angeordneten Leuchten. Fig. 48 und 49 zeigenweitere Anordnungen mit zwei parallelen Leuchten. Im Falle der Anordnung gemäß Fig. 49 sind zwei Leuchten mit einem gemeinsamen Pol dargestellt. Weitere mögliche Ausgestaltungsformen ergeben sich aus den Fig. 50 und 51, wobei im Falle der Fig. 51 auf ein Zwischenelement verzichtet wurde und das Verbindungsteil 9 an seinem einen Ende direkt an den Magnethalter 3' angekoppelt wurde.Fig. 46 shows how two lights can be attached diagonally to a grid of four magnetic holders. 47 shows a corresponding configuration with two lamps arranged in parallel. 48 and 49 show further arrangements with two parallel lights. In the case of the arrangement according to FIG. 49, two lights are shown with a common pole. Further possible embodiments are shown in FIGS. 50 and 51, an intermediate element being dispensed with in the case of FIG. 51 and the connecting part 9 being directly coupled at one end to the magnet holder 3 '.

Sämtliche aus der Beschreibung, den Ansprüchen und Zeichnungen hervorgehenden Merkmale und Vorteile der Erfindung, einschließlich konstruktiver Einzelheiten und räumlicher Anordnungen, können sowohl für sich als auch beliebiger Kombination erfindungswesentlich sein.All of the features and advantages of the invention, including constructive details and spatial arrangements, resulting from the description, the claims and drawings, can be essential to the invention both individually and in any combination.

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1) Verbindung zwischen zwei mechanisch und elektrisch lösbar miteinander verbundenen Teilen insbesondere eines Beleuchtungssystems, dadurch ge- kennzeichnet , daß die beiden Teile (3, 4) mittels Magnetkraft miteinander verbindbar sind und zum Erreichen des magnetischen Kraftschlusses durch gegenseitige Kontaktnahme den elektrischen Kontakt herstellen.1) Connection between two mechanically and electrically detachably connected parts, in particular a lighting system, characterized in that the two parts (3, 4) can be connected to one another by means of magnetic force and establish electrical contact by mutual contact in order to achieve the magnetic force connection. 2) Verbindung nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Teile (3, 4) miteinander gelenkig verbunden sind.2) Connection according to claim 1, characterized in that the parts (3, 4) are hinged together. 3) Verbindung nach Anspruch 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Teile (3,4) über ein Kugelgelenk miteinander verbunden sind.3) Connection according to claim 2, characterized in that the parts (3,4) are connected to each other via a ball joint. 4) Verbindung nach Anspruch 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Teile ein aus Magnethalter (3) und Kugel (4) bestehendes Magnet-Kugelgelenk an sich bekannter Bauart sind.4) Connection according to claim 3, characterized in that the parts are a magnet holder (3) and ball (4) existing magnetic ball joint of known type. 5) Verbindung nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das eine Teil als Schiene (23) ausgebildet ist, wobei das andere Teil (4) längs der Schiene an beliebigen Punkten mittels Magnetkraft befestigbar ist.5) Connection according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the one part is designed as a rail (23), the other part (4) being attachable along the rail at any point by means of magnetic force. 6) Verbindung nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß ein Teil (33) zwei voneinander elektrisch getrennte Abschnitte (36a, 39) aufweist, daß der andere Teil (34) ebenfalls zwei voneinander elektrisch getrennte Abschnitte (34, 41) aufweist, und daß im verbundenen Zustand der Teile (33, 34) die elektrische Trennung der einzelnen Abschnitt aufrechterhalten bleibt.6) Connection according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that one part (33) has two sections (36a, 39) which are electrically separated from one another, that the other part (34) also has two sections (34, 41) which are electrically separated from one another, and that in the connected state of the parts (33, 34) the electrical separation of the individual sections is maintained. 7) Verbindung nach Anspruch 3 und 6, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Verbindung aus Magnethalter (33) 1 und einer hieran über Magnetkraft gehaltenen Kugel (34) besteht, daß der Magnethalter (33) über eine Ringfläche (38) mit der Kugel (34) in magnetischer und körperlicher Verbindung steht, daß die Kugel (34) einen in ihrem Inneren angeordneten und über den Umfang der Kugel hinausragenden Kontaktstift (41) aufweist, der gegenüber der Kugel (34) elektrisch isoliert ist, und daß im Inneren des Magnethalters (33) eine gegenüber dem Magnethalter (33) elektrisch isolierte Kontaktfläche (39) angeordnet ist, die bei eingesetzter Kugel (34) ausschließlich mit dem Kontaktstift (41) der Kugel (34) in Eingriff kommt.7) Connection according to claim 3 and 6, characterized in that the connection consists of magnetic holder (33) 1 and a ball (34) held thereon by magnetic force, that the magnetic holder (33) via an annular surface (38) with the ball (34 ) is in magnetic and physical connection that the ball (34) has a contact pin (41) which is arranged in its interior and protrudes beyond the circumference of the ball and is electrically insulated from the ball (34), and that in the interior of the magnet holder ( 33) a contact surface (39) which is electrically insulated from the magnet holder (33) and which engages only with the contact pin (41) of the ball (34) when the ball (34) is inserted. 8) Verbindung nach Anspruch 7, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Kontaktfläche (39) entsprechend der Form der Kugel (34) gewölbt ist.8) Connection according to claim 7, characterized in that the contact surface (39) is curved in accordance with the shape of the ball (34). 9) Verbindung nach Anspruch 7 oder 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Kontaktfläche (39) Rastvertiefungen (47) für den Kontaktstift aufweist.9) Connection according to claim 7 or 8, characterized in that the contact surface (39) has locking recesses (47) for the contact pin. 10) Verbindung nach einem der Ansprüche 6 bis 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß der Kontaktstift- (41) in Längsrichtung zwischen zwei Endanschlägen (47) gegen Federkraft beweglich ausgebildet ist.10) Connection according to one of claims 6 to 8, characterized in that the contact pin (41) is designed to be movable in the longitudinal direction between two end stops (47) against spring force. 11) Verbindung nach Anspruch 5 und 6, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Schiene (53) längs ihrer Mittellinie eine gegenüber der Schiene elektrisch isolierte Kontaktschiene (59) aufweist, die bei angesetztem zweiten Teil (54) mit einem am zweiten Teilbefestigten und gegenüber diesem elektrisch isolierten Kontaktelement (41) in Berührung steht.11) Connection according to claim 5 and 6, characterized in that the rail (53) along its center line has a contact rail (59) which is electrically insulated from the rail and which, when the second part (54) is attached, is electrically fastened to the second part and opposite it insulated contact element (41) is in contact. 12) Beleuchtungssystem mit Verbindungen gemäß einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß zwei Basis-Verbindungen (3, 4 bzw. 3', 4') vorgesehen sind, zwischen die der elektrische Verbraucher (10) geschaltet ist.12) Lighting system with connections according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that two base connections (3, 4 and 3 ', 4') are provided, between which the electrical load (10) is connected. 13) Beleuchtungssystem nach Anspruch 12, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß zumindest eine der Basisverbindungen (3, 4) unter Zwischenschaltung eines Zwischenelements (5) mit einer weiteren Verbindung (13, 14) elektrisch leitend verbunden ist, und daß die weitere Verbindung (13, 14) unter Zwischenschaltung des elektrischen Verbrauchers (10) mit der anderen Basis-Verbindung (3', 4') oder mit einer dieser unter Zwischenschaltung eines weiteren Zwischenelements (5') zugeordneten weiteren Verbindung (13', 14') elektrisch leitend verbunden ist.13) Lighting system according to claim 12, characterized in that at least one of the base connections (3, 4) with the interposition of an intermediate element (5) with another connection (13, 14) is electrically conductively connected, and that the further connection (13, 14th ) with the interposition of the electrical consumer (10) with the other base connection (3 ', 4') or with one of these with the interposition of a further intermediate element (5 ') associated further connection (13 ', 14') is electrically conductively connected. 14) Beleuchtungssystem mit Verbindungen gemäß einem der Ansprüche 6 bis 11, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß eine Basis-Verbindung (33, 34) unter Zwischenschaltung eines Zwischenelements (45) mit einer weiteren Verbindung elektrisch leitend verbunden ist, die ihrerseits mit dem elektrischen Verbraucher (10) verbunden ist.14) Lighting system with connections according to one of claims 6 to 11, characterized in that a base connection (33, 34) with the interposition of an intermediate element (45) is electrically conductively connected to a further connection, which in turn is connected to the electrical consumer (10 ) connected is. 15) Beleuchtungssystem nach einem der Ansprüche 12 bis 14, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Zwischenelement von einer Stange(205'), einem Rohr (205') oder einem elektrisch leitenden Seil (205) gebildet wird.15) Lighting system according to one of claims 12 to 14, characterized in that the intermediate element is formed by a rod (205 '), a tube (205') or an electrically conductive rope (205). 16) Beleuchtungssystem nach einem der Ansprüche 12 bis 14, dadurch gekennzeichne,t daß das Zwischenelement von einem Teleskop (205'') gebildet wird.16) Lighting system according to one of claims 12 to 14, characterized in that the intermediate element is formed by a telescope (205 ''). 17) Beleuchtungssystem nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß eine Vielzahl von Basisteilen, insbesondere Magnethaltern (3) oder Magnetschienen (23), vorgesehen sind und insbesondere an einer Raumdecke (1) oder Wand rasterförmig angeordnet sind.17) Lighting system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a plurality of base parts, in particular magnetic holders (3) or magnetic rails (23), are provided and in particular are arranged in a grid pattern on a ceiling (1) or wall.
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