DESC:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present disclosure relates to a lighting apparatus. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a mounting bracket for a lighting apparatus.

BACKGROUND

A light emitting diode (LED) driver is an electrical component that regulates power supply of a lighting apparatus and ensures that the lighting apparatus operates within an optimal range. The LED drivers also protect a lighting source of the lighting apparatus from voltage or current fluctuations which can damage or reduce a lifespan of the lighting source. The LED drivers are available in different lengths primarily due to a variety of LED lighting sources and fixtures. The length of the LED driver is often related to a power output capacity as different LED lighting sources require different power outputs.

In an existing lighting apparatus, particularly in surface down lights, usually the LED driver is directly mounted on a main bracket using fasteners. The mounting of the LED driver directly on the main bracket restricts an available space on a top surface of the main bracket, as the main bracket needs to accommodate both the LED driver and the screw-fixing mechanism. Due to the space constraints on the top surface of the main bracket, the LED drivers of varying lengths cannot be accommodated onto the main bracket. Hence, the existing mounting bracket is not easily adaptable to accommodate LED drivers of varying sizes. This limitation can lead to inefficiencies and challenges in maintaining or upgrading the lighting apparatus. Furthermore, it may require additional modifications to the main bracket or mounting arrangement of the LED driver thereby adding complexity and cost in installation of the LED driver.

Furthermore, an inflexibility of the existing mounting arrangement poses a significant challenge in retrofitting the existing lighting apparatus with a new LED driver or upgrading the existing lighting apparatus to meet evolving lighting standards.

The drawbacks/difficulties/disadvantages/limitations of the conventional techniques explained in the background section are just for exemplary purposes and the disclosure would never limit its scope only such limitations. A person skilled in the art would understand that this disclosure and below mentioned description may also solve other problems or overcome the other drawbacks/disadvantages of the conventional arts which are not explicitly captured above.

SUMMARY

This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention. This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.

The present disclosure relates to a mounting bracket for a lighting apparatus. The mounting bracket includes a base plate, a plurality of first holes, and a plurality of second holes. The base plate has a first end, and a second end disposed opposite to the first end. The plurality of first holes is adapted to couple the base plate with a support bracket of the lighting apparatus. The plurality of second holes disposed on the first end and the second end and positioned adjacent to the plurality of first holes. The plurality of second holes is adapted to couple the base plate with a lighting driver of the lighting apparatus.

The present disclosure further relates to a lighting apparatus. The lighting apparatus includes a lighting driver, a support bracket, and a mounting bracket. The lighting driver is adapted to regulate a power of the lighting apparatus. The support bracket is adapted to mount the lighting driver through the mounting bracket. The mounting bracket has a top surface adapted to mount the lighting driver and a bottom surface adapted to be coupled with the support bracket. The mounting bracket includes a base plate, a plurality of first holes, and a plurality of second holes. The base plate has a first end, and a second end disposed opposite to the first end. The plurality of first holes is adapted to couple the base plate with the support bracket. The plurality of second holes is disposed on the first end and the second end and positioned adjacent to the plurality of first holes. The plurality of second holes is adapted to couple the base plate with the lighting driver.

The disclosed mounting bracket enables easier accommodation of the lighting drivers of varying lengths thereby enhancing flexibility in installation. Due to the plurality of first holes and the plurality of second holes, there is no space constraint in installing the lighting drivers. Furthermore, when mounting lighting drivers of different lengths, modifications to the lighting apparatus structure are not required. This flexibility simplifies an installation process of lighting drivers with different lengths. Additionally, the mounting bracket improves accessibility for maintenance, reducing downtime, and potentially prolonging the lifespan of the lighting apparatus. The mounting bracket of the lighting apparatus allows for more customization options to meet specific lighting requirements.

To further clarify the advantages and features of the present disclosure, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present disclosure will become better understood when the following detailed description is read with reference to the accompanying drawings in which like characters represent like parts throughout the drawings, wherein:

Figure 1 illustrates a top view of a lighting apparatus depicting a mounting bracket, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figures 2 and 3 illustrate different perspectives views of the mounting bracket of the lighting apparatus, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

Figure 4 illustrates a top view of the mounting bracket, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Further, skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the drawings are illustrated for simplicity and may not have necessarily been drawn to scale. Furthermore, in terms of the construction of the device, a plurality of components of the device may have been represented in the drawings by conventional symbols, and the drawings may show only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the drawings with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having benefit of the description herein.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES

For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the principles of the invention, reference will now be made to the embodiment illustrated in the drawings and specific language will be used to describe the same. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the invention is thereby intended, such alterations and further modifications in the illustrated system, and such further applications of the principles of the invention as illustrated therein being contemplated as would normally occur to one skilled in the art to which the invention relates. Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skilled in the art to which invention belongs. The system and examples provided herein are illustrative only and not intended to be limiting.

For example, the term “some” as used herein may be understood as “none” or “one” or “more than one” or “all.” Therefore, the terms “none,” “one,” “more than one,” “more than one, but not all” or “all” would fall under the definition of “some.” It should be appreciated by a person skilled in the art that the terminology and structure employed herein is for describing, teaching, and illuminating some embodiments and their specific features and elements and therefore, should not be construed to limit, restrict, or reduce the spirit and scope of the present disclosure in any way.

For example, any terms used herein such as, “includes,” “comprises,” “has,” “consists,” and similar grammatical variants do not specify an exact limitation or restriction, and certainly do not exclude the possible addition of a plurality of features or elements, unless otherwise stated. Further, such terms must not be taken to exclude the possible removal of the plurality of the listed features and elements, unless otherwise stated, for example, by using the limiting language including, but not limited to, “must comprise” or “needs to include.”

Whether or not a certain feature or element was limited to being used only once, it may still be referred to as “plurality of features” or “plurality of elements” or “at least one feature” or “at least one element.” Furthermore, the use of the terms “plurality of” or “at least one” feature or element do not preclude there being none of that feature or element, unless otherwise specified by limiting language including, but not limited to, “there needs to be plurality of...” or “plurality of elements is required.”

Unless otherwise defined, all terms and especially any technical and/or scientific terms, used herein may be taken to have the same meaning as commonly understood by a person ordinarily skilled in the art.

Reference is made herein to some “embodiments.” It should be understood that an embodiment is an example of a possible implementation of any features and/or elements of the present disclosure. Some embodiments have been described for the purpose of explaining plurality of the potential ways in which the specific features and/or elements of the proposed disclosure fulfil the requirements of uniqueness, utility, and non-obviousness.

Use of the phrases and/or terms including, but not limited to, “a first embodiment,” “a further embodiment,” “an alternate embodiment,” “one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” “multiple embodiments,” “some embodiments,” “other embodiments,” “further embodiment”, “furthermore embodiment”, “additional embodiment” or other variants thereof do not necessarily refer to the same embodiments. Unless otherwise specified, plurality of particular features and/or elements described in connection with plurality of embodiments may be found in one embodiment, or may be found in more than one embodiment, or may be found in all embodiments, or may be found in no embodiments. Although plurality of features and/or elements may be described herein in the context of only a single embodiment, or in the context of more than one embodiment, or in the context of all embodiments, the features and/or elements may instead be provided separately or in any appropriate combination or not at all. Conversely, any features and/or elements described in the context of separate embodiments may alternatively be realized as existing together in the context of a single embodiment.

Any particular and all details set forth herein are used in the context of some embodiments and therefore should not necessarily be taken as limiting factors to the proposed disclosure.

Embodiments of the present disclosure will be described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

For the sake of clarity, the first digit of a reference numeral of each component of the present disclosure is indicative of the Figure number, in which the corresponding component is shown. For example, reference numerals starting with digit “1” are shown at least in Figure 1. Similarly, reference numerals starting with digit “2” are shown at least in Figure 2.

Figure 1 illustrates a top view of a lighting apparatus 100 depicting a mounting bracket 102, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The present disclosure discloses the lighting apparatus 100 which may be employed to provide illumination in various settings, such as homes, offices, and outdoor spaces.

The lighting apparatus 100 may include a light source (not shown), such as light-emitting diodes (LEDs), disposed within a housing (not shown) that directs and controls a light output. In addition to providing illumination, the lighting apparatus 100 may also contribute to an aesthetic appeal of a space. The lighting apparatus 100 may include, but is not limited to, a lighting driver 104, a support bracket 106, and the mounting bracket 102.

The lighting driver 104 may regulate a power supply of the lighting apparatus 100 to operate the lighting apparatus 100 efficiently and safely at a rated power to operate. The lighting driver 104 may provide a rated current and a rated voltage to the lighting apparatus 100 thereby ensuring that the lighting apparatus 100 may operate within an optimal range and achieve an expected lifespan. The lighting driver 104 may also protect the light source from voltage or current fluctuations, which may damage or reduce the lifespan of the light source.

In one example, the support bracket 106 may be adapted to mount the lighting driver 104 with the help of the mounting bracket 102. In an embodiment, the support bracket 106 may provide a secure mounting point for the housing of the lighting apparatus 100 and attach the lighting apparatus 100 to a ceiling, a wall, or any other surface. The mounting bracket 102 may be adapted to securely attach and support the lighting driver 104 to the support bracket 106.

A detailed construction of the mounting bracket 102 may be provided in the paragraphs mentioned below. Figures 2 and 3 illustrate different perspective views of the mounting bracket 102, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 4 illustrates a top view of the mounting bracket 102, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Referring to Figures 2 to 4 together, the mounting bracket 102 may include, but is not limited to, a base plate 202, a plurality of first holes 204, and a plurality of second holes 206, 208. The base plate 202 may include a first end 202a and a second end 202b which may be disposed opposite and spaced apart from the first end 202a. The base plate 202 may further include a top surface 202c and a bottom surface 202d disposed opposite to the first surface. In an embodiment, the top surface 202c of the base plate 202 may be adapted to mount the lighting driver 104 and the bottom surface 202d of the base plate 202 may be coupled to the support bracket 106. In an embodiment, the base plate 202 may define a rectangular profile.

The base plate 202 may include a pair of flanges 302 having the plurality of first holes 204 that enables the base plate 202 to be coupled or attached to the support bracket 106. More specifically, the plurality of first holes 204 may secure the mounting bracket 102 to the support bracket 106. Additionally, the base plate 202 may have the plurality of second holes 206, 208 located on both the first end 202a and the second end 202b.

In an embodiment, the plurality of first holes 204 may be disposed between the plurality of second holes 206, 208. The plurality of second holes 206, 208 may enable mounting of the lighting driver 104. Hence, the plurality of second holes 206, 208 may allow the lighting driver 104 to be securely attached to the mounting bracket 102.

In an embodiment, the pair of flanges 302 may protrude outwardly from the first end 202a and the second end 202b of the base plate 202. Each pair of flanges 302 may be disposed between the plurality of second holes 206, 208. Further, each of the pair of flanges 302 may extend across a width of the base plate 202. Further, a base of each of the pair of flanges 302 may include the plurality of first holes 204. In an embodiment, the plurality of first holes 204 may be aligned linearly along a length of each of the pair of flanges 302.

In an embodiment, the pair of flanges 302 may be integrally formed with the base plate 202. In an embodiment, the pair of flanges 302 may form a depressed portion on the top surface 202c of the base plate 202 when the mounting bracket 102 may be viewed from a side. The pair of flanges 302 may form a protrusion on the bottom surface 202d of the base plate 202 when the mounting bracket 102 may be viewed from a side.

In an embodiment, the plurality of second holes 206, 208 may include a set of first mounting holes 206 and a set of second mounting holes 208. The set of first mounting holes 206 may be disposed adjacent to a first side of each of the pair of flanges 302. The set of second mounting holes 208 may be disposed adjacent to a second side of each of the pair of flanges 302. The first side of the pair of flanges 302 may be near a center of the base plate 202 and the second side of the pair of flanges 302 may be disposed distally from the center of the base plate 202.

In an embodiment, the set of first mounting holes 206 may be adapted to mount the lighting driver 104 of a first length. Similarly, the set of second mounting holes 208 may be adapted to mount the lighting driver 104 of a second length. In an illustrated embodiment, the first length may be shorter than the second length. In an embodiment, the lighting driver 104 having a shorter length may be attached to the set of first mounting holes 206 from both ends as the set of first mounting holes 206 may be disposed towards the first end 202a and the second end 202b of the base plate 202.

Similarly, the lighting driver 104 having a longer length may be attached to the set of second mounting holes 208 from both ends as the set of second mounting holes 208 may be disposed towards the first end 202a and the second end 202b of the base plate 202. Further, the plurality of second holes 206, 208 may be aligned linearly along a width of the base plate 202. Also, the plurality of second holes 206, 208 may be integrally formed with the base plate 202.

The mounting bracket 102 disclosed may enable easier accommodation of the lighting drivers 104 of varying lengths thereby enhancing the installation flexibility. Due to the plurality of first holes 204 and the plurality of second holes 206, 208, there is sufficient space to facilitate the installation of the lighting drivers 104. Furthermore, when mounting the lighting drivers 104 of different lengths, modifications to the lighting apparatus 100 may not be required. This flexibility simplifies the installation process of the lighting drivers 104 with different lengths. Additionally, the mounting bracket 102 may improve accessibility for maintenance, reducing downtime, and potentially prolonging the lifespan of the lighting apparatus 100. The mounting bracket 102 of the lighting apparatus 100 may allow for more customization options to meet specific lighting requirements.

Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one ordinary skilled in the art to which this invention belongs. The system, methods, and examples provided herein are illustrative only and not intended to be limiting.

While specific language has been used to describe the present subject matter, any limitations arising on account thereto, are not intended. As would be apparent to a person in the art, various working modifications may be made to the method to implement the inventive concept as taught herein. The drawings and the forgoing description give examples of embodiments. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that one or more of the described elements may well be combined into a single functional element. Alternatively, certain elements may be split into multiple functional elements. Elements from one embodiment may be added to another embodiment.
,CLAIMS:1. A mounting bracket (102) for a lighting apparatus (100), the mounting bracket (102) comprising:
a base plate (202) having a first end (202a), and a second end (202b) disposed opposite to the first end (202a);
a plurality of first holes (204) adapted to couple the base plate (202) with a support bracket (106) of the lighting apparatus (100); and
a plurality of second holes (206, 208) disposed on the first end (202a) and the second end (202b) and positioned adjacent to the plurality of first holes (204), wherein the plurality of second holes (206, 208) is adapted to couple the base plate (202) with a lighting driver (104) of the lighting apparatus (100).

2. The mounting bracket (102) as claimed in claim 1, comprising a pair of flanges (302) protrudes outwardly from the first end (202a) and the second end (202b) of the base plate (202), and each of the pair of flanges (302) extends across a width of the base plate (202).

3. The mounting bracket (102) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the base plate (202) of each of the pair of flanges (302) includes the plurality of first holes (204).

4. The mounting bracket (102) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the plurality of second holes (206, 208) comprises:
a set of first mounting holes (206) disposed adjacent to a first side of each of the pair of flanges (302); and
a set of second mounting holes (208) disposed adjacent to a second side of each of the pair of flanges (302) such that each of the pair of flanges (302) is disposed between the set of first mounting holes (206) and the set of second mounting holes (208).

5. The mounting bracket (102) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the set of first mounting holes (206) is adapted to mount the lighting driver (104) of a first length, and the set of second mounting holes (208) is adapted to mount the lighting driver (104) of a second length, wherein the first length is shorter than the second length.

6. The mounting bracket (102) as claimed in claims 1 and 2, wherein the plurality of first holes (204) is aligned linearly along a length of each of the pair of flanges (302), and the plurality of second holes (206, 208) is aligned linearly along a width of the base plate (202).

7. The mounting bracket (102) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the pair of flanges (302) and the plurality of second holes (206, 208) are integrally formed with the base plate (202).

8. The mounting bracket (102) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the base plate (202) defines a rectangular profile having a top surface (202c) adapted to mount the lighting driver (104) and a bottom surface (202d) adapted to be coupled to the support bracket (106).

9. The mounting bracket (102) as claimed in claims 2 and 8, wherein the pair of flanges (302) forms a depressed portion on the top surface (202c) and forms a protrusion on the bottom surface (202d).

10. A lighting apparatus (100) comprising:
a lighting driver (104) adapted to regulate a power of the lighting apparatus (100);
a support bracket (106) adapted to mount the lighting driver (104) through a mounting bracket (102); and
the mounting bracket (102) having a top surface (202c) adapted to mount the lighting driver (104) and a bottom surface (202d) adapted to be coupled with the support bracket (106), wherein the mounting bracket (102) comprising:
a base plate (202) having a first end (202a), and a second end (202b) disposed opposite to the first end (202a);
a plurality of first holes (204) adapted to couple the base plate (202) with the support bracket (106); and
a plurality of second holes (206, 208) disposed on the first end (202a) and the second end (202b) and positioned adjacent to the plurality of first holes (204), wherein the plurality of second holes (206, 208) is adapted to couple the base plate (202) with the lighting driver (104).