EP4106497A1 - Dispositif de génération d'un signal lumineux - Google Patents

Dispositif de génération d'un signal lumineux Download PDF

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EP4106497A1
EP4106497A1 EP22179350.8A EP22179350A EP4106497A1 EP 4106497 A1 EP4106497 A1 EP 4106497A1 EP 22179350 A EP22179350 A EP 22179350A EP 4106497 A1 EP4106497 A1 EP 4106497A1
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H05—ELECTRIC TECHNIQUES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • H05B—ELECTRIC HEATING; ELECTRIC LIGHT SOURCES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENTS FOR ELECTRIC LIGHT SOURCES, IN GENERAL
    • H05B47/00—Circuit arrangements for operating light sources in general, i.e. where the type of light source is not relevant
    • H05B47/10—Controlling the light source
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H05—ELECTRIC TECHNIQUES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • H05B—ELECTRIC HEATING; ELECTRIC LIGHT SOURCES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENTS FOR ELECTRIC LIGHT SOURCES, IN GENERAL
    • H05B47/00—Circuit arrangements for operating light sources in general, i.e. where the type of light source is not relevant
    • H05B47/10—Controlling the light source
    • H05B47/17—Operational modes, e.g. switching from manual to automatic mode or prohibiting specific operations

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  • Such arrangements are used, for example, in the form of gloves by cyclists or other road users in order to create better visibility. Such visibility is particularly desirable when road users are giving a hand signal, such as to turn off.
  • a large number of gloves or bracelets are known from the prior art, which are equipped with a light-emitting diode or another light source. It is typically provided that the light-emitting diode is activated via a switch. Such a switch has the disadvantage that one hand must be removed from the handlebars in order to operate the switch with the other hand. This is time consuming and requires a certain skill.
  • Arrangements are also known in which the switch is positioned in such a way that it can be operated with a finger of the same hand. Again, this requires time and skill. The actuation of a switch attracts the attention of the road user. In the case of increased traffic or complex routes, interrupting your attention can be dangerous.
  • US2015/0106996A1 discloses an automatically actuable signaling arrangement on a glove.
  • the glove is electrically conductive and a contact between two fingers is used to switch the lamp.
  • a signal transmitter is integrated in a glove.
  • the lamps can be switched by means of the signal generator, the signal generator reacting to a change in the position of the finger or a change in the hand.
  • the illuminant can be switched on or off depending on how the fingers are bent.
  • the signal transmitter is arranged at a clear distance from the light source and is formed, for example, by a pressure switch.
  • DE 199 52 430 A1 discloses a device for signaling with an illuminant which is actuated via a switch, for example via a contact breaker.
  • the reference discloses the use of an arm and/or hand position detector to automatically activate the illuminant.
  • DE 198 36 915 A1 discloses a glove turn signal in which a light emitting diode is activated upon releasing the hand from the bicycle handlebars and extending the arm while simultaneously extending the fingers.
  • electronics are provided in a capsule.
  • a signal transmitter in the form of an ohmic resistor or a piezoelectric current flow detects the bending and stretching of the fingers in the glove.
  • the known arrangements with automatic switching use sensors whose signal is transmitted to electronics.
  • the electronic circuits are comparatively complex.
  • the disadvantage of using gloves is that they can get dirty or absorb sweat.
  • An integrated electronic circuit requires additional measures, such as a capsule or additional pockets, to enable the glove to be washed.
  • the switch includes a contact that can be made or broken by changing the joint position of a human body joint.
  • the contact is arranged in the area of a body joint.
  • the body joint itself forms an actuator for making and breaking contact.
  • the contact can be made by stretching the body joint and broken by flexing. Sensors, signal transmission and complex electronic circuits are therefore superfluous.
  • the body joint can be, for example, the elbow joint or the wrist.
  • the body joint is a finger joint, in particular a finger joint of the index, middle or ring finger.
  • the switch is arranged on an outside of a base body facing the human body and can be switched by contact with the human body.
  • the energy source is arranged in one part and the lighting means in another part of the two-part carrier body. Provision can also be made for an electrical line to be routed via the contact, via which the light source can be switched.
  • a part of the carrier body can be articulated to the other part of the carrier body via a joint, for example via a hinge.
  • the hinge can be formed from a flexible plastic part. However, any other articulated connection is also suitable.
  • the fastening means comprise a band that can be adapted to different finger sizes, a clip that can be clipped on, or a ring.
  • a ring or a band made of an elastic material for example, can be produced inexpensively and does not bother the user much.
  • the arrangement can also be integrated into a glove.
  • the carrier body is at least partially transparent.
  • the light generated by the bulb can then escape at the transparent areas of the carrier body. With the right material, the light is scattered so that it can be seen from a variety of directions.
  • the energy source can be a capacitor, a rechargeable battery or a replaceable battery. Such energy sources are commercially available and easy to handle.
  • an electronic circuit can be provided which enables different operating modes of the light source and setting means for selecting an operating mode.
  • the operating modes can be selected, for example, from the group including OFF, permanent light, fast flashing, slow flashing.
  • an RGB light source or one or more light sources in different colors can be provided.
  • the color can then be selected, for example, by a switch.
  • Means can be provided for selecting and/or limiting the solid angle into which the light source emits.
  • the lamp itself can also radiate in a limited solid angle. This is particularly the case when the illuminant is formed by a laser. With a limited solid angle, for example, the illuminant only emits light in one direction. This allows the array to be used as a pointer.
  • a further embodiment of the invention provides a protective cover made of an elastic material. This protects against dirt, condensation and environmental influences such as rain or solar radiation. The elasticity must be such that the contact is not impaired.
  • the protective cover simultaneously fulfills the function of the fastening means.
  • the protective cover is detachable and interchangeable to adapt the carrier body to different finger anatomies.
  • a protective cover with a strap that can be adjusted in length is also possible.
  • the lighting means can be formed by an LED or a laser diode.
  • all other light sources are also suitable, for example incandescent lights, OLEDs or the like.
  • a further embodiment of the invention provides an interface via which control signals can be received.
  • the lamps in a series of lamps can be controlled via such an interface in a manner similar to a light organ.
  • FIG. 1 shows a base body, generally designated 1 .
  • the base body 1 is provided on a phalanx bone 14 close to the body (phalanx proximalis). In the present exemplary embodiment, it is fastened by a band 13.
  • the band is designed as a flexible band, for example a rubber band, and can thus be adjusted for different finger sizes. It is also possible to provide the band with a Velcro or other adjustable closure. The adjustability and elasticity also allows it to be worn with gloves.
  • the base body is provided with a clip that can be “clipped” onto the finger. A solid ring can also be used to attach to the finger.
  • the base body 1 is made of a transparent material. In this way, the base body can be made to glow completely inside by a light source 10 . This is in the Figures 2b and 3b shown schematically.
  • the base body 1 is connected to a release body 2 via an articulated connection 3 .
  • the articulated connection 3 is arranged in the area of a finger joint on the outer surface of the hand.
  • the axis of rotation extends along the joint parallel to the axis of curvature of the finger joint.
  • Figure 2a and Figure 2b illustrate a first variant in which the articulated connection 3 is arranged in the region of the middle joint 17 of the finger.
  • Figure 3a and Figure 3b illustrate a second variant, in which the hinge is arranged in the area of the base joint 18 of the finger.
  • Figure 4a and 4b illustrate a third variant, in which the articulated connection of the base and release body 1 and 2 is dispensed with.
  • the switching signal is represented here by an in Figure 4a generated untriggered microswitch 19 on a one-piece carrier body.
  • Figure 4b shows the microswitch 20 triggered by stretching the finger.
  • first contact surface 4 On the end face of the base body 1 facing the release body 2 there is a first contact surface 4. On a face of the release body 2 facing the base body 1 there is a corresponding second contact surface 5.
  • the contact surfaces 4 and 5 are designed in such a way that the contact between the two surfaces is produced when the finger as in Figure 2b and Figure 3b illustrated, stretched.
  • the contact between the two contact surfaces 4 and 5 is broken when the fingers as in Figure 2a and Figure 3a illustrated, are curved. In this case, the contact is not only interrupted when there is a complete curvature, but already at a smaller curvature, as is the case when holding a bicycle handlebar, for example.
  • Electronics 6 are arranged in the base body 1 .
  • the electronics 6 are designed in such a way that an energy source 7 supplies the light source 10 with electrical energy when the contact surfaces 4 and 5 are in contact.
  • Any energy source that provides electrical energy can be used as the energy source 7 . Examples are batteries, accumulators, capacitors and the like.
  • a switch 8 allows an operating mode to be selected.
  • the switch 8 is designed as a button in the present embodiment. The selection is made by pressing several times or by pressing for a period of time corresponding to the selection. This not only enables switching on and off, but also the selection of other operating modes, such as fast flashing, slow flashing or permanent light.
  • the base body and trigger body 1 and 2 are arranged in a common cover 9 which is also transparent.
  • the cover consists of an elastic material. the Covering enables a pleasant feel and protects against the effects of the weather, such as rain or moisture and against impacts and the like.
  • the base body 1 and the release body 2 follow the anatomy of the finger 18 and are designed in such a way that the contact 11 between the contact surfaces 4 and 5 is open when the finger joints are slightly curved. This is in Figure 2a illustrated.
  • the contact is closed by stretching the finger joints, for example when stretching out the hand when turning off the bicycle.
  • the closed contact 12 is in Figure 2b illustrated.
  • the contact can be brought about by stretching the metatarsophalangeal joint. This is in Figure 3a and 3b illustrated. Contact can also be made at the proximal interphalangeal joint. this is in Figure 2a and 2b illustrated.
  • the circuit may be implanted in the human body.
  • Switch 8 is pressed to switch the arrangement on.
  • Several operating modes can also be switched by short switching operations, e.g. in the following order: OFF > continuous lighting > fast flashing > slow flashing > OFF
  • the contact 11 can also be used for switching on, in that a specific keying rhythm such as short-short-long is used.
  • a long press can be used to set the color independently of the blinking characteristics if an RGB light source is used.
  • a housing that can be partially or completely transilluminated is provided for use as a visibility-promoting aid in the dark. This allows visibility of the outstretched hand from a wide range of directions be guaranteed.
  • a flashing yellow light can be used to indicate that the cyclist wishes to turn.
  • the electronics can output a sequence of about three flashing signals directly when contact 11 is triggered, even if the triggering finger joint has been bent again in the meantime.
  • the emission of directed light is also conceivable in order to emit a visible beam of light in the extension of the outstretched finger in combination with light fog/mist, as is used at events. this is in figure 5 illustrated.
  • the contact can not only activate the lighting in a selected pattern or a selected color, but also change the color or the flashing rhythm with each triggering.
  • FIG. 1 Another use of the arrangement is as a pointing device.
  • a laser diode 16 is used as the light source 10.
  • FIG. This is also activated by the outstretched finger and can be used as a laser pointer for pointing to a projection surface 15, for example.
  • Figures 6 to 11 illustrate a fourth exemplary embodiment of a finger blinker with a fixed base body 101 and an elastic ring 113 accommodating the base body for attachment to the finger.
  • an ergonomic design is chosen, which, however, otherwise the embodiments Figure 1 to 5 is equivalent to.
  • top, bottom, bottom, right and “left” refer exclusively to the accompanying drawings. It is understood that claimed devices may also take a different orientation.
  • containing and the term “comprising” mean that further components not mentioned can be provided.
  • the term “essentially”, “predominantly” and “predominantly” includes all features that have a property or content in majority, i.e. more than all other components or properties of the feature mentioned, i.e. more than 50% for two components, for example.

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DE4323925A1 (de) * 1993-07-16 1995-01-19 Friedrich Wilhelm Clauer Vorrichtung zum intermittierenden Aussenden von Licht
DE4433623A1 (de) * 1994-04-19 1995-10-26 Gilbert Dr Duong Signalgebender Fingerring
DE29821025U1 (de) * 1998-11-24 1999-01-28 Loew Bernhard Dr Med Warnsignalerzeugungsvorrichtung
DE19836915A1 (de) 1998-08-14 2000-03-09 Sven Groth Handschuh- Fahrtrichtungsanzeiger für nicht motorisierte Zweiräder
DE19952430A1 (de) 1999-10-22 2001-05-31 Hans Stern Vorrichtung zur Signalgebung
DE202004014675U1 (de) 2004-09-17 2004-12-23 Gerhard, Marco Fahrradhandschuh mit Blinkeinrichtung
GB2417186A (en) * 2004-08-18 2006-02-22 Benjamin Alan Jackson Signalling apparatus for personal wear
US20150106996A1 (en) 2013-10-18 2015-04-23 Koon Hang Lau Brake and Turn Signal Gear
DE202016001418U1 (de) 2016-03-07 2016-04-22 Winrich Hoseit Vorrichtung zur Anzeige eines Fahrtrichtungswechsels mittels Handzeichen

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* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
DE4323925A1 (de) * 1993-07-16 1995-01-19 Friedrich Wilhelm Clauer Vorrichtung zum intermittierenden Aussenden von Licht
DE4433623A1 (de) * 1994-04-19 1995-10-26 Gilbert Dr Duong Signalgebender Fingerring
DE19836915A1 (de) 1998-08-14 2000-03-09 Sven Groth Handschuh- Fahrtrichtungsanzeiger für nicht motorisierte Zweiräder
DE29821025U1 (de) * 1998-11-24 1999-01-28 Loew Bernhard Dr Med Warnsignalerzeugungsvorrichtung
DE19952430A1 (de) 1999-10-22 2001-05-31 Hans Stern Vorrichtung zur Signalgebung
GB2417186A (en) * 2004-08-18 2006-02-22 Benjamin Alan Jackson Signalling apparatus for personal wear
DE202004014675U1 (de) 2004-09-17 2004-12-23 Gerhard, Marco Fahrradhandschuh mit Blinkeinrichtung
US20150106996A1 (en) 2013-10-18 2015-04-23 Koon Hang Lau Brake and Turn Signal Gear
DE202016001418U1 (de) 2016-03-07 2016-04-22 Winrich Hoseit Vorrichtung zur Anzeige eines Fahrtrichtungswechsels mittels Handzeichen

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