Carvana has been granted a patent for a modular lighting fixture designed for photographic chambers. The fixture features energy-efficient LED elements, a customizable light spread, and the ability to daisy chain multiple units. It utilizes the DMX512 standard for digital control and offers a wide beam angle. GlobalData’s report on Carvana gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Modular lighting fixture for photographic chambers
The patent US12003840B2 describes a modular light fixture designed for versatility and enhanced functionality. The fixture includes a housing, a heatsink, a lighting lens, and one or more fans. A key feature is the ability to change the light spread of the lighting lens by de-coupling and rotating the heatsink relative to the housing. This modular design allows for adjustments in lighting configurations, including a specific change to a "sundog" light spread. Additionally, the fixture can incorporate an airline with nozzles for either periodic bursts or continuous airflow to clean and cool the fans, ensuring optimal performance.
The claims also detail methods for using and manufacturing the modular light fixture. These methods include the steps of de-coupling, rotating, and re-coupling the heatsink, as well as activating the airflow systems. The design allows for the arrangement of multiple fixtures in an array, connected via a signal bus, and includes provisions for cable management through an overhang on the heatsink. The housing is described as having an approximately box shape, with the heatsink positioned on top, further enhancing the modularity and ease of assembly of the lighting system.
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