WO2021034209A1 - Device for attaching a lighting component onto a textile structure,operating method and uses thereof - Google Patents

Device for attaching a lighting component onto a textile structure,operating method and uses thereof Download PDF

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WO2021034209A1
WO2021034209A1 PCT/PT2019/050029 PT2019050029W WO2021034209A1 WO 2021034209 A1 WO2021034209 A1 WO 2021034209A1 PT 2019050029 W PT2019050029 W PT 2019050029W WO 2021034209 A1 WO2021034209 A1 WO 2021034209A1
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Sandra Gabriela COUTOS DOS SANTOS VENTURA
Agostinho António Dias Afonso
João SILVA ABREU
Lúcia Trindade Morgado Rodrigues
Cristina Manuela Campos De Oliveira
Hugo Filipe Simões Costa
José Joaquim POÇAS GONÇALVES
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    • H05KPRINTED CIRCUITS; CASINGS OR CONSTRUCTIONAL DETAILS OF ELECTRIC APPARATUS; MANUFACTURE OF ASSEMBLAGES OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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    • HELECTRICITY
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    • H05KPRINTED CIRCUITS; CASINGS OR CONSTRUCTIONAL DETAILS OF ELECTRIC APPARATUS; MANUFACTURE OF ASSEMBLAGES OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
    • H05K13/00Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing or adjusting assemblages of electric components
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    • H05K13/081Integration of optical monitoring devices in assembly lines; Processes using optical monitoring devices specially adapted for controlling devices or machines in assembly lines
    • H05K13/0812Integration of optical monitoring devices in assembly lines; Processes using optical monitoring devices specially adapted for controlling devices or machines in assembly lines the monitoring devices being integrated in the mounting machine, e.g. for monitoring components, leads, component placement
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    • A41DOUTERWEAR; PROTECTIVE GARMENTS; ACCESSORIES
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    • A41D27/085Luminous ornaments
    • HELECTRICITY
    • H05ELECTRIC TECHNIQUES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • H05KPRINTED CIRCUITS; CASINGS OR CONSTRUCTIONAL DETAILS OF ELECTRIC APPARATUS; MANUFACTURE OF ASSEMBLAGES OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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    • HELECTRICITY
    • H05ELECTRIC TECHNIQUES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
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  • the present disclosure relates to a device/machine or apparatus for obtaining a textile structure which comprises incorporating a lighting component onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires, method of operation and uses thereof.
  • LEDs integration into textile substrates a number of companies have been identified which have made developments in this area, such as for example, Diffus (Denmark), Creation Baumann (Switzerland), Carpetlight and Forster Rohner AG (Germany and Switzerland).
  • Philips has developed flexible plastic panels with embedded LED systems, Figure 8, especially designed for integration into textile structures by rolling. These components have high mechanical strength and can be integrated into clothing and furniture.
  • the welding and crimping method were the ones that obtained the best results.
  • Welding is an effective method, presenting a time interval between the various connections equivalent to the weld solidification time (usually short).
  • Curing parameters play a critical role in the implementation of an industrial process, since they possibly may involve the use of specific equipment such as ovens (for curing single-component encapsulations); UV curing equipment (UV curing encapsulants); dispensers with mixer system (bi-component encapsulants).
  • specific equipment such as ovens (for curing single-component encapsulations); UV curing equipment (UV curing encapsulants); dispensers with mixer system (bi-component encapsulants).
  • encapsulation equipment is, however, common in more conventional areas such as the assembly of PCBs, for which it is already possible to find several commercial solutions. Examples include Heishin's range of dispensing equipment for bi- and single-component encapsulation materials. In the particular case of dispensing systems of bi-component formulations, these are generally comprised of a mixing unit immediately before the dispenser unit.
  • it is a machine/apparatus/device covers to incorporate LEDs into decorative textile structures with integrated elements, i.e. a structure in Jacquard fabric with conductive wires + LEDs, which in their design stand out by variety level innovation of visual effects and as a consequence in the integration methods, both with regard to the integration of conductive wires and with respect to the incorporation of the LEDs.
  • the method for integrating conductive wires contemplating Jacquard technology allows wires not to be visible and thus protected against external agents, such as for example, abrasive agents.
  • the other advantage is allowing the wires not to be visible on the right side of the fabric, where in the case of the turned off product it maintains an appearance equal to that of a conventional textile article.
  • both the conductive wires and the lighting devices are integrated into the back of the fabric so that they are not visible on the product when the lighting system is in the off state.
  • One of the objectives of the present disclosure is the industrialization of innovative textile solutions with integrated lighting systems (LEDs) and interactive systems that undoubtedly have technical-economic advantages and added value than state of the art and existing commercial solutions.
  • LEDs integrated lighting systems
  • the integration of insulated conductive wires (during weaving operation) into Jacquard textile structures, the integration of textile lighting systems (LEDs) and the production of innovative textile solutions comprise an ability to promote light effects and color with appealing design with application in the market of home textiles, decoration, hotels, among others.
  • An aspect of the present disclosure relates to a device for attaching a lighting component onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires, wherein the device comprises: an optical sensor for detecting a location on the textile structure for placement of the lighting component; a wire stripper for stripping conductive wire; a tool for placing the lighting component onto the textile structure and in contact with the stripped conductive wire, which comprises two parts: a first part for lifting and separating the conductive wire from the textile structure, and for holding the conductive wire; a second part for placing the lighting component; a connector tool for connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire; wherein the first and/or second part of the tool comprise a polymeric material, metal material, ceramic material, or combinations thereof.
  • the tool is arranged for placing the lighting component between the lifted conductive wire and the textile structure for the lighting component to be connected to the conductive wire.
  • the tool comprises a pointed end for inserting between the conductive wire and the textile structure in order to lift and separate the conductive wire from the textile structure.
  • the tool comprises a recess for placing the lighting component between the lifted conductive wire and the textile structure.
  • the tool is elongated with a pointed end and the recess is a longitudinal recess.
  • the device may comprise a covering tool for covering the connection between the lighting component and the conductive wire with covering material.
  • the covering tool is further arranged for covering the lighting component.
  • the covering tool is further arranged for attaching the lighting component to the textile structure.
  • the tool is arranged for lifting and separating the conductive wire from the textile structure, wherein the textile structure and the conductive wires are woven together.
  • the optical sensor comprises a laser for cooperating with the optical sensor to detect a location on the textile structure for placement of the lighting component.
  • the device may comprise a lighting component feeder for feeding lighting components to the tool for placement.
  • the covering material is a polymer coating, in particular epoxy, silicone, polyurethane films, or mixtures thereof.
  • the wire stripper is a laser wire stripper, a blade wire stripper, or combinations thereof.
  • Another aspect of the present disclosure relates to a method for operating the device for attaching a lighting component onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires described in the present disclosure, comprising the following steps: detecting the position for placement of the lighting component on the textile structure; stripping the conductive wire; positioning the lighting component in the textile structure and in contact with the stripped conductive wire; connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire, preferably by welding; encapsulating the connections and the lighting component.
  • Another aspect of the present disclosure relates to a woven textile comprising insulated conductive wires and lighting components, wherein the textile structure and the conductive wires are woven together, wherein the insulated conductive wires are stripped at locations where the lighting components are connected to the conductive wires; wherein the conductive wires are woven over multiple yarns at said locations and have been lifted and separated from the textile structure for placing and connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire.

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The present disclosure relates to a device for obtaining a textile structure which comprises incorporating a lighting component onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires, method of operation, a woven textile and uses thereof. In particular, a device for attaching a lighting component onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires, wherein the device comprises: an optical sensor for detecting a location on the textile structure for placement of the lighting component; a wire stripper for stripping conductive wire; a tool for placing the lighting component onto the textile structure and in contact with the stripped conductive wire, which comprises two parts: a first part for lifting and separating the conductive wire from the textile structure, and for holding the conductive wire; a second part for placing the lighting component; a connector tool for connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire.

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DESCRIPTION
DEVICE FOR ATTACHING A LIGHTING COMPONENT ONTO A TEXTILE STRUCTURE, OPERATING METHOD AND USES THEREOF
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present disclosure relates to a device/machine or apparatus for obtaining a textile structure which comprises incorporating a lighting component onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires, method of operation and uses thereof.
BACKGROUND
[0002] Commercial products of large dimension (greater than 1 m2) are not common in the home textile and decoration sector with the integration of lighting systems produced on an industrial scale. It is known that one of the first challenges for the integration on an industrial scale of lighting systems into textile substrates is the integration of conductive wires for feeding and controlling the feeding systems themselves, this being a cross challenge in the smart textile area.
[0003] This is a recent and expanding area, attending to the wide disclosure of products resulting from R&ID projects. One of the most common solutions is the integration of conductive wires by embroidery technologies.
[0004] In 2015, during the International Fairs of the area, it is known that companies have presented equipment with specific characteristics for the integration of different types of conductive wires. In addition, other companies have presented concepts and projects associated with equipment technologies with the ability to embroider conductive wires and electronic devices in textile structures.
[0005] However, the integration of conductive wires is achieved by means of aesthetics embroidery technology, i.e. the conductive wires are visible on both faces of the structure. [0006] In this context, the technique for conductive wire integration in fabrics for integrating lighting devices exploiting the jacquard technology and which the present disclosure intends to industrialize, continues to be differentiating, thus reinforcing the innovative character of the present project vis-a-vis the state of the art.
[0007] As regards LEDs integration into textile substrates, a number of companies have been identified which have made developments in this area, such as for example, Diffus (Denmark), Creation Baumann (Switzerland), Carpetlight and Forster Rohner AG (Germany and Switzerland).
[0008] Following a distinct approach, Philips has developed flexible plastic panels with embedded LED systems, Figure 8, especially designed for integration into textile structures by rolling. These components have high mechanical strength and can be integrated into clothing and furniture.
[0009] In the process of integrating the LED lighting system, assembly and encapsulation are seen as crucial steps in the process of integrating LEDs. Currently, the most common connection processes (conductive wire to LEDs) are welding, conductive epoxy/silver lacquer and/or crimping.
[0010] The welding and crimping method were the ones that obtained the best results. Welding is an effective method, presenting a time interval between the various connections equivalent to the weld solidification time (usually short).
[0011] In addition to the connection of the electronic systems with the conductive wire by welding, there is the crimping process which eliminates the risk factor of the welding options.
[0012] At the encapsulation level, various types of materials for electrical insulation/encapsulation are commercially available which can be applied by the technology to be developed. Some of the common examples are epoxies, silicones and polyurethanes. A careful choice must take into account several parameters, which can be divided into three groups: parameters affecting the placement process, namely the properties of the uncured material of which the viscosity is highlighted; curing parameters, in particular the curing time and curing conditions and parameters of the properties of the cured material such as degree of opacity, flexibility, abrasion resistance and adhesion.
[0013] Curing parameters play a critical role in the implementation of an industrial process, since they possibly may involve the use of specific equipment such as ovens (for curing single-component encapsulations); UV curing equipment (UV curing encapsulants); dispensers with mixer system (bi-component encapsulants).
[0014] The use of encapsulation equipment is, however, common in more conventional areas such as the assembly of PCBs, for which it is already possible to find several commercial solutions. Examples include Heishin's range of dispensing equipment for bi- and single-component encapsulation materials. In the particular case of dispensing systems of bi-component formulations, these are generally comprised of a mixing unit immediately before the dispenser unit.
[0015] These facts are described in order to illustrate the technical problem solved by the embodiments of the present document.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
[0016] It is in this context that textile structures incorporating LEDs (Light-emitting diodes) arise as a result of the development of the present disclosure, where design, flexibility, low energy consumption and dynamism are pronounced characteristics, thus intrinsically reacting to current trends presented.
[0017] In one embodiment, it is a machine/apparatus/device covers to incorporate LEDs into decorative textile structures with integrated elements, i.e. a structure in Jacquard fabric with conductive wires + LEDs, which in their design stand out by variety level innovation of visual effects and as a consequence in the integration methods, both with regard to the integration of conductive wires and with respect to the incorporation of the LEDs.
[0018] With the approach of the present disclosure, the method for integrating conductive wires contemplating Jacquard technology, allows wires not to be visible and thus protected against external agents, such as for example, abrasive agents. The other advantage is allowing the wires not to be visible on the right side of the fabric, where in the case of the turned off product it maintains an appearance equal to that of a conventional textile article.
[0019] In one embodiment, both the conductive wires and the lighting devices are integrated into the back of the fabric so that they are not visible on the product when the lighting system is in the off state. In this way, it has been possible to obtain innovative and differentiating textile solutions using a pioneering process of integration of active lighting in textiles without changing the basic properties of a textile product namely the aesthetics, flexibility, resistance to washing, touch and fall.
[0020] One of the objectives of the present disclosure is the industrialization of innovative textile solutions with integrated lighting systems (LEDs) and interactive systems that undoubtedly have technical-economic advantages and added value than state of the art and existing commercial solutions.
[0021] In one embodiment the integration of insulated conductive wires (during weaving operation) into Jacquard textile structures, the integration of textile lighting systems (LEDs) and the production of innovative textile solutions comprise an ability to promote light effects and color with appealing design with application in the market of home textiles, decoration, hotels, among others.
[0022] Currently, the various stages of the production process present vulnerabilities, which made it necessary to find viable solutions that allow the creation of an automatic line, reducing manual labor time, production time, reflected in the unit cost, adding reproducibility and capacity for large scale production, and decrease of rejected articles. The industrialization of textile structures with LEDs generically encompasses the following steps:
Creation of the design and production of the textile structure with conductive wires; Attachment of LEDs to the textile (automated process);
Connection of textile and lighting systems to control hardware;
Evaluation of product performance. [0023] In one embodiment, at the level of the attachment of the LEDs to the textile (automated process) a technological solution is being developed that allows them to be carried out in an automated way. To this end, this solution should perform the following tasks autonomously:
Detecting the place where the LED is to be placed;
Stripping the conductive wire;
Placing the LED;
Welding the conductive wire to the LED;
Encapsulating the connections and LED.
[0024] An aspect of the present disclosure relates to a device for attaching a lighting component onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires, wherein the device comprises: an optical sensor for detecting a location on the textile structure for placement of the lighting component; a wire stripper for stripping conductive wire; a tool for placing the lighting component onto the textile structure and in contact with the stripped conductive wire, which comprises two parts: a first part for lifting and separating the conductive wire from the textile structure, and for holding the conductive wire; a second part for placing the lighting component; a connector tool for connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire; wherein the first and/or second part of the tool comprise a polymeric material, metal material, ceramic material, or combinations thereof.
[0025] In one embodiment, the tool is arranged for placing the lighting component between the lifted conductive wire and the textile structure for the lighting component to be connected to the conductive wire.
[0026] In one embodiment, the tool comprises a pointed end for inserting between the conductive wire and the textile structure in order to lift and separate the conductive wire from the textile structure. [0027] In one embodiment, the tool comprises a recess for placing the lighting component between the lifted conductive wire and the textile structure.
[0028] In one embodiment, the tool is elongated with a pointed end and the recess is a longitudinal recess.
[0029] In an embodiment, the device may comprise a covering tool for covering the connection between the lighting component and the conductive wire with covering material.
[0030] In one embodiment, the covering tool is further arranged for covering the lighting component.
[0031] In one embodiment, the covering tool is further arranged for attaching the lighting component to the textile structure.
[0032] In one embodiment, the tool is arranged for lifting and separating the conductive wire from the textile structure, wherein the textile structure and the conductive wires are woven together.
[0033] In one embodiment, the optical sensor comprises a laser for cooperating with the optical sensor to detect a location on the textile structure for placement of the lighting component.
[0034] In an embodiment, the means for connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire comprise a soldering apparatus, a welding apparatus, a wire wrap apparatus, and/or a wire clamping apparatus, in particular an arc welding apparatus.
[0035] In one embodiment, the device may comprise a lighting component feeder for feeding lighting components to the tool for placement.
[0036] In one embodiment, the covering material is a polymer coating, in particular epoxy, silicone, polyurethane films, or mixtures thereof.
[0037] In one embodiment, the wire stripper is a laser wire stripper, a blade wire stripper, or combinations thereof. [00B8] Another aspect of the present disclosure relates to a method for operating the device for attaching a lighting component onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires described in the present disclosure, comprising the following steps: detecting the position for placement of the lighting component on the textile structure; stripping the conductive wire; positioning the lighting component in the textile structure and in contact with the stripped conductive wire; connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire, preferably by welding; encapsulating the connections and the lighting component.
[0039] Another aspect of the present disclosure relates to a woven textile comprising insulated conductive wires and lighting components, wherein the textile structure and the conductive wires are woven together, wherein the insulated conductive wires are stripped at locations where the lighting components are connected to the conductive wires; wherein the conductive wires are woven over multiple yarns at said locations and have been lifted and separated from the textile structure for placing and connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire.
[0040] In one embodiment, the textile structure obtainable is a textile article, in particular a curtain, a tablecloth, a separator, or a folding screen.
[0041] In one embodiment, the lighting component is a LED, an OLED, or a PCB lighting component.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES
[0042] For an easier understanding of the present disclosure, figures are herein attached, which represent preferred embodiments which however are not intended to limit the object of the present disclosure. Figure 1: Representation of an embodiment of the tool for placing the lighting component in the textile structure.
Figure 2: Representation of an embodiment of the tool to assist positioning of the lighting component in the textile structure, in a real situation, wherein (1) represents a first part of the tool that lifts the wire; (2) represents a second part of the tool for placing the lighting component - LEDs.
Figure 3: Representation of an embodiment of the device of the present disclosure.
Figure 4: Representation of an embodiment of the welding system (3) and the dispenser of the encapsulating material (4).
Figure 5: Representation of an embodiment of the device of the present disclosure with the various integrated modules, wherein (5) represents the tank of the encapsulating material; (6) represents the laser; (3) represents the welding system; (4) represents the dispenser of the encapsulating material.
Figure 6: Representation of an embodiment of wire stripper for stripping conductive wire (7).
DETAIL DESCRIPTION
[0043] The present disclosure relates to a device/machine or apparatus for obtaining a textile structure, in particular a fabric, which comprises incorporating a lighting component, in particular LEDs (light-emitting diodes), onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires, method of operation and uses thereof.
[0044] The present disclosure relates to a device and a method for attaching a lighting component onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires, wherein the device comprises: an optical sensor for detecting a location on the textile structure for placement of the lighting component; a wire stripper for stripping conductive wire; a tool for placing the lighting component onto the textile structure and in contact with the stripped conductive wire, which comprises two parts: a first part for lifting and separating the conductive wire from the textile structure, and for holding the conductive wire; a second part for placing the lighting component; a connector tool for connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire; wherein the first and/or second part of the tool comprise a polymeric material, metal material, ceramic material, or combinations thereof. The present disclosure also relates to a woven textile obtained by the method described in the present disclosure.
[0045] In one embodiment, for the device of the present disclosure to work with this system of feeding the LEDs, it was necessary to develop a new tool for placing the LED on the conductive wire. This new tool comprises two main parts: one that allows lifting the conductive wire, separating the wires and keeping them fixed (1), and further protects the fabric from the processes of striping the wire with the laser and welding; another one that takes the LED from the feeder and places it below the conductive wire (2), as shown in figure 2.
[0046] In one embodiment, after the first part of this new tool having the conductive wire retained, it is necessary to strip the wire with the laser. After having the wire stripped, the next phase is to place the LED, this being made with the aid of a part carrying the LED, which is then welded to the conductive wire, using the welding system.
[0047] In one embodiment, the latter step comprises placing the glue in order to encapsulate the LED with a polymer film so as to make the textile structure, for example a curtain, more resistant and washable.
[0048] In one embodiment, the axle system being implemented in the device is shown in Figures 3 and 4. The axle system functions in conjunction with a fabric winding system. In this case, the mechanisms used will be pneumatic circuits for small movements, for example, in the movement of the LED placement tool, and electric axles for larger movements such as those for the movement of the tool arm along the fabric.
[0049] In one embodiment, for the vision system, different types of cameras were tested, including one with CCD sensor, another with infra-red and still anotherwith laser sensor. With respect to the first two cameras, the conductive wire is well visible in both textile structures. For this reason, this type of camera has been discarded, due to the type of solution that is to be built and the type of industrial environment in which to be implemented. In addition, with this type of cameras only 2D information is available from the scene being displayed, which would make it difficult or even impossible to give the system information about whether or not the wires are lifted.
[0050] In an embodiment with best results, the choice fell on a camera with a laser sensor, which is insensitive to outdoor lighting variations. In particular, by acquiring a 2D intensity profile, but by scanning the camera produces a 3D image. In addition, the camera with laser sensor is immune to the fabric pattern, since it draws depth profiles based on the distance of the objects to the sensor.
[0051] In one embodiment, after knowing the exact position where the LED will be placed, the tool for placing the LED with the LED feeder coupled is positioned so that it can perform its task automatically. The LED feeder is similartothe sequin feeding system in a system for automatically embroidering sequins in textiles. This was only possible due to the selection of the type of LED to be used, which is now a round and smaller PCB - printed circuit board, maintaining the lighting characteristics of the LED. Therefore, it can be fed into LED rollers.
[0052] In one embodiment, the support structure of the device for placing in an industrial environment is shown in Figure 5. It has a roller system that unwinds the fabric so that it is subjected to the procedure of placing the LED, and then being once again rolled.
[0053] The term "comprises" or "comprising" when used herein is intended to indicate the presence of the features, elements, integers, steps and components mentioned, but does not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, elements, integers, steps and components, or groups thereof.
[0054] The embodiments described are combinable with each other.
[0055] The embodiments presented are combinable with each other. The following claims further define embodiments.

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1. Device for attaching a lighting component onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires, wherein the device comprises: an optical sensor for detecting a location on the textile structure for placement of the lighting component; a wire stripper for stripping conductive wire; a tool for placing the lighting component onto the textile structure and in contact with the stripped conductive wire, which comprises two parts: a first part for lifting and separating the conductive wire from the textile structure, and for holding the conductive wire; a second part for placing the lighting component; a connector tool for connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire; wherein the first and/or second part of the tool comprise a polymeric material, metal material, ceramic material, or combinations thereof.
2. Device according to the previous claim wherein the tool is arranged for placing the lighting component between the lifted conductive wire and the textile structure for the lighting component to be connected to the conductive wire.
3. Device according to any of the previous claims wherein the tool comprises a pointed end for inserting between the conductive wire and the textile structure in order to lift and separate the conductive wire from the textile structure.
4. Device according to any of the previous claims wherein the tool comprises a recess for placing the lighting component between the lifted conductive wire and the textile structure.
5. Device according to any of the previous claims wherein the tool is elongated with a pointed end and the recess is a longitudinal recess.
6. Device according to any of the previous claims comprising a covering tool for covering the connection between the lighting component and the conductive wire with covering material.
7. Device according to the previous claim wherein the covering tool is further arranged for covering the lighting component.
8. Device according to the previous claim wherein the covering tool is further arranged for attaching the lighting component to the textile structure.
9. Device according to any of the previous claims wherein the tool is arranged for lifting and separating the conductive wire from the textile structure, wherein the textile structure and the conductive wires are woven together.
10. Device according to any of the previous claims wherein the optical sensor comprises a laser for cooperating with the optical sensor to detect a location on the textile structure for placement of the lighting component.
11. Device according to any of the previous claims wherein the means for connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire comprise a soldering apparatus, a welding apparatus, a wire wrap apparatus, and/or a wire clamping apparatus, in particular an arc welding apparatus.
12. Device according to any of the previous claims comprising a lighting component feeder for feeding lighting components to the tool for placement.
13. Device according to the previous claim wherein the covering material is a polymer coating, in particular the polymeric material is selected from the following list: epoxy, silicone, polyurethane films, or mixtures thereof.
14. Device according to any of the previous claims wherein the wire stripper is a laser wire stripper, a blade wire stripper, or combinations thereof.
15. Method for operating the device for attaching a lighting component onto a textile structure comprising insulated conductive wires described in any of the previous claims comprising the following steps: detecting the position for placement of the lighting component on the textile structure; stripping the conductive wire; positioning the lighting component in the textile structure and in contact with the stripped conductive wire; connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire, preferably by welding; encapsulating the connections and the lighting component.
16. Woven textile obtained by the method of the previous claim comprising insulated conductive wires and lighting components, wherein the textile structure and the conductive wires are woven together, wherein the insulated conductive wires are stripped at locations where the lighting components are connected to the conductive wires; wherein the conductive wires are woven over multiple yarns at said locations and have been lifted and separated from the textile structure for placing and connecting the lighting component to the conductive wire.
17. Woven textile according to claim 16 wherein the textile structure obtainable is a textile article, in particular a curtain, a tablecloth, a separator, or a folding screen.
18. Woven textile according to any of the claims 16-17 wherein the lighting component is a LED, an OLED, or a PCB lighting component.
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