Today’s Patent – Solar Lighting Module for Garden Lamps

The said invention (US12078318B1) was invented by Christina Hwang, and patented by USPTO on October 30^th, 2023. Currently, it stands assigned to the Metromax America Corp.

This invention presents a solar lighting module designed for garden lamps, which can be easily mounted onto the top of a hollow lamp column. The module features an upper casing with a solar panel on top, an integrated circuit board (PCBA) with a battery, and at least one light-emitting element all fixed within the casing. Conductive springs extend from the circuit board through the upper casing, allowing for direct electrical contact with the solar panel’s conductive terminals. This setup facilitates a fast, tool-free assembly by simply aligning the springs with the panel terminals, creating a reliable electrical connection without the need for soldering.

The design is intended to streamline production, reduce labor, and enhance efficiency. The solar panel charges the battery via the circuit board, enabling the lighting element to operate even when sunlight is unavailable. Light emitted from the module passes through the hollow lamp column to illuminate the surrounding area. This module’s spring-based connectivity provides a user-friendly solution for both initial assembly and potential future maintenance, lowering assembly complexity and production costs while ensuring consistent power supply and illumination in outdoor garden lamps.