EP2382418B1 - Modular heating and lighting system - Google Patents
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- the module series has a central supply connection, via which the function modules with the inputs necessary for their function are supplied via supply lines.
- a modular heating and lighting system for the construction of multi-functional lighting and heating elements of this kind is from the EP 1530404 A known.
- light sources in the form of halogen recessed spotlights are arranged on both sides of a radiant heater emitting infrared radiation.
- the infrared radiator is provided here in a separate housing, while the two light sources are housed in separate housings, which are connected via joints with the radiator housing. In this way, the radiation direction of the light can be varied in comparison to the propagation direction of the heat radiation.
- the object of the invention is therefore to make the existing system of a modular heating and lighting system more flexible and expand to the effect that further functions can be added as needed.
- the supply connection is connected to a module connection and extends along the row of modules, a supply line having parallel to each other the supply lines for supplying all provided in the module row function modules, wherein the supply line has output interfaces for connection of the function modules ,
- One of the basic concepts of the present invention is the fact that a modular system is built up in which individual Function modules are used, which can be used in any order in a row or side by side. These functional modules can be very different modules, in particular the above-mentioned individual modules. However, the invention is not limited to the use of these individual modules, it is also with other modules, even if the above-mentioned modules would not be used but in particular in combination with the above type series usable.
- the invention can be used both indoors and outdoors. It is also suitable for home users as well as industrial and commercial users.
- a module according to the invention has exactly one function. These are a heating module, a lighting module, a loudspeaker module or a display module, all the way to a module shop that is capable of transmitting moving pictures. All these individual functions can be offered in separate modules, but it is also possible and will also be advantageous in practice if a single module has several functions that can be integrated in a common housing or can also be realized via a housing assembly, so that Each module, as known from the above-mentioned prior art, has a plurality of sub-housings which can be fixedly connected or hinged together.
- Another basic idea of the invention is that the individual modules are not supplied separately from one another, but rather that a supply line is constructed which allows the individual modules with the necessary information- and media-feeding supply lines to connect all the modules in parallel to each other. This means that all modules of the system can be connected in series one after the other.
- the supply line is in turn connected to a supply terminal through which the series connected or possibly also connected in parallel Function modules can be connected to a local installation of a module connection.
- module connection is made ready on the building side or on the property side.
- This module connection has all the supply lines required by the supply line in order to supply the individual function modules with their required input variable.
- the module connection and the supply connection can also be firmly connected to one another, for example in the context of a permanently soldered or wired installation.
- the individual functional modules and also the supply line are connected to the module connection via suitable, detachable plug-in connections.
- a light module and a heating module require a power connection, depending on the required heating power usually additionally also a three-phase connection for the supply of the heat radiator, which is the case in particular with several heat radiators connected in series.
- a module having one or more loudspeakers requires a low-voltage connection via which the loudspeaker signal can be transmitted.
- television modules or telecommunications modules which are described in more detail below.
- Another module variant in turn requires a water or gas installation.
- the type list of function modules also include modules that deliver water in the form of fine droplets or a mist, so that below the functional module by the entrained in consequence of the enthalpy of enthalpy of air cooling effect occurs.
- Such devices are known mainly from southern countries, but not in conjunction with a separately connectable function module but as a permanently installed system.
- Such a functional module would either have to have a water connection, so that it is atomized via the fresh water access supplied water in the module itself.
- the atomized water can already be supplied ready for spraying via the supply line.
- the supply line can be made much more compact and simple, which is preferred for optical reasons and cost reasons.
- no pressurized water is passed through the supply line, which in turn simplifies this and reduces the risk of undesired water leakage.
- Such modules can also be used in the field of entertainment, for example, in a discotheque or on an open space to direct fog as an effect on the dance floor.
- the supply line has a line that transports a liquid or a vapor.
- the supply connection and the module connection are then preferably provided with corresponding connections of the water installation, in particular the known valve connections.
- the module connection and also the supply connection for connecting the supply line to the module connection can be designed uniformly, so that all supply lines are connected to a single connection process.
- a design that is simpler to design and, in particular, more functional, has a module connection and supply connection with separate plug-in connections, so that they can be connected to one another independently of one another.
- this leads to a certain installation risk, since it may be forgotten to attach one of the individual connections, but leads to a higher functionality, since even if the supply line has all forms of supply lines, building side or on the ground side, the module connection does not have to have all connection lines , if certain types of modules are not desired by the user.
- the module connection can thus be in the form of bundled individual connections, which can be produced easily and inexpensively.
- a particularly attractive feature of the modular system is the fact that the functional modules can be combined and connected with each other in a knurled shape with straight or curved course, network-like, ring-shaped or star-shaped.
- "Dummies" ie functionless modules with forwarding of the supply line, can extend the individual sections. In this way, the course of the sections formed by the modules can be almost completely adapted to the purpose.
- a ring of curved functional modules may be placed around the outer edge, fed either directly, as having the supply terminal, or one or more inwardly toward the center of the screen Having branches that extend like spokes under the umbrella to the outside, one of these branches then forms the supply branch, that is connected in the middle with the module connection, while at the opposite end of the supply line of this branch continues in the ring.
- Terraces, tents, house walls and the like can also be fitted with a series of functional modules to give a very high-quality visual impression while at the same time making optimum use of the space.
- a range of different housing lengths and on the other hand customization can be offered.
- the latter can be offered comparatively easily, because the housing is tubular and no functional elements are provided at the housing ends in a Ablnature Schl.
- the housing can be easily shortened to the required length, wherein the AblHarbeck Scheme example, can be dimensioned so that the maximum allowable reduction is so large that this is followed by the next shorter housing form within the supply spectrum.
- the funktonality be increased if either the housing of the functional modules or the above dummies, if used, or intermediate spacers are provided, each having extendable housing or housing, which can be shortened via laterally attachable or removable spacers.
- the supply line is provided with individual output interfaces, via which the function modules can be coupled to the supply line.
- the function modules can be coupled to the supply line.
- two preferred embodiments are considered for implementing this technique:
- the supply line extends parallel to the functional modules, so that the functional modules, for example, at the back of their housing, can be connected to the supply line via a connection interface arranged there.
- a rail system can be used as a carrier for the functional modules that internally or externally has the supply line.
- a possible embodiment of such a rail system is, for example, a flat channel which is designed in the form of hollow profiles with a round or rectangular cross-section and has the supply lines in the interior, wherein the rail system has the connection interfaces laterally connectable.
- the individual function modules can then either be plugged directly into the output interfaces with their connection interfaces protruding, for example, in the manner of a plug, or they can also be connected via a rigid or flexible intermediate line extending from the connection interface to the output interface.
- the connector can be designed accordingly, so that a secure hold is possible.
- connection interface or the supply interface does not have to be of a uniform design, but rather it is possible to differentiate, for example, at a distance from each other Partial interfaces are provided, so that in particular in a male / female connection between the connection interface and output interface, which are then of course also arranged at a suitable distance from each other on the rail system, a two- or multi-point storage can be constructed.
- the rail system itself preferably consists of individual modules, which essentially have the length of a functional module or a greater length. At the ends of the rail system connections are then provided, so that after plugging together or by mating the individual modules of the rail system, the supply line between the two adjacent rail system modules is closed.
- a mounting bracket may be provided between the housing of the functional module and the rail system, via which the housing of the functional module fixed or hinged to the Rail system can be connected.
- Such an articulated connection can be configured in various ways, for example, the mounting bracket can be U-shaped, so that the housing of the functional module between two hinge points, rotatable or depending on the pivot point can also be pivotally supported on the mounting bracket.
- An alternative method of mounting provides for the possibility of mounting an elongated housing of the functional module on an end face, so that the functional module projects at right angles or at any other angle from the rail system.
- a ball mounting a rotatable or pivotable articulation which allows largely any orientation of the functional module.
- a ball joint must of course be provided between the output interface and the connection interface, a flexible hose member, so that the mobility of the functional module is ensured in the required directions.
- corresponding joints can also be provided within a line between the connection interface and the output interface, and it would also be possible, with a corresponding outlay, to produce the articulation in the entrance area.
- module row carrier can even be formed by a masonry or similar, already existing on site, extending in the longitudinal direction of the module row supporting structure.
- the module row carrier can also be formed by a stand that has vertical supports, wherein the functional modules can be arranged between the supports or, alternatively, further module carriers can be provided between the supports.
- the design options depend on the financial requirements of the on-site pre-installation, the supply line must extend along the row of modules.
- the supply strand connects each module directly to each other, but can be arranged for example in vertical supports and the supply strand in the region of the bottom, in which case the supply strand with an upward branch or even looped on the support is guided upward to supply the attached there functional module.
- each functional module is provided with a housing or has on its rear side on a supply strand section, wherein the functional modules have approach areas on which adjacent functional modules or functionless spacers are arranged.
- each functional module has a portion of the supply line, wherein when connecting the connection interfaces of the functional modules with each other, the supply line section is extended accordingly.
- the functionless spacer elements also have a section of the supply line in this case, so that the spacing of the functional elements between them can be extended without interrupting the supply line with these spacer elements.
- a module row can be set up by slightly plugging together the functional elements, which has the desired composition of the individual functions.
- spacer elements or different module elements for example, can also have non-functional housing sections, so the customer's request can be largely taken into account.
- an additional module row carrier is only necessary for reasons of mechanical strength, if a corresponding installation on site should not be found. However, it is no longer necessary to build the supply line externally. Here, therefore, only at the starting point of the module row a module connection must be provided, to which then the first functional element or a spacer can be connected, wherein the connection interface of this first module element then acts as a supply connection for the entire row of modules.
- Another feature of this embodiment is the fact that the supply line has all the feed lines required to feed all the module elements within the module row, even if the single functional element that is penetrated by the corresponding segment of the supply line should not have this function itself. Thus, all functions provided by the module row can be tapped at any point in the module row.
- a grid structure can be constructed with rectangular honeycomb, wherein between the individual intersection points in each case the desired number and functionality of the functional modules can be provided.
- the functional elements nor the crossing or branch elements must be rectilinear, even curved elements or due to their elasticity even bendable elements are possible.
- the function modules are extendible in their length, for example by the function of a telescopic rod.
- the inventive, multifunctional heating and lighting system can now be a larger area optically attractive and equipped with a high quality impression.
- a beer garden can be supplied with heating elements, and heat in the area of the tables over heat radiation.
- These heating elements will preferably be infrared radiators, but because of the multifunctionality of the supply line, gas radiators could also be considered.
- the use of the infrared radiator has here for safety reasons a great advantage, since the escape of gas and unintentional burns can be avoided in electrical supply of the heat radiator.
- this may be a backlit area within a functional module provided by the advertisement, such as a brewery.
- a display of marquee can be made, for example, to refer to special offers or current events or sporting events. Even small video modules can be provided so that additional information can be displayed here.
- a further advantageous embodiment of the invention provides switches, via which the individual functional elements can be controlled.
- these can be normal switches that are operated manually. These switches can either switch off only the function of a single functional element or even completely interrupt the supply line, so that the entire area of the module row behind the switch can be deactivated.
- a switch can be used, which is remotely controllable via a radio remote control or in any other way.
- the supply line may have a control line, or a control line to be installed separately parallel to the supply line, which responds to the switch.
- each individual function module or a series of function modules can be activated or deactivated via a central operating point.
- the performance of the functional element can be manipulated, for example to dim the heat or light radiation or to vary the output power of a coolant radiator.
- Ticketing or advertisements may also be switched from night to day mode in this way. However, the latter can also be done automatically via a brightness sensor, which can be integrated in the functional module.
- the module row automatic detectors are arranged, which influence the function of the function modules.
- These detectors can be, for example, motion detectors or heat detectors which detect the presence of persons, so that the heating power is purposefully switched on only where people actually linger.
- the detector can influence individual functions or also the complete function module, so that the function module is either only partly switched off or completely deactivated. So can It may be useful, for example, in the field of gastronomy, if the function module maintains the lighting, the cost-intensive heating radiation, however, shuts off. In this way, the impression of a cozy, attractive beer garden is created, without having to spend time consuming heating energy on unused areas.
- Another embodiment of the invention uses functional modules that allow interaction between the persons located in the vicinity of the functional module and a central office.
- the supply line also has a telecommunications line through which, for example, the guest of a beer garden can contact the staff.
- a telephone handset can be provided on the functional module or a microphone unit with loudspeaker and microphone can be arranged in the region of the functional module.
- All other signal types such as Internet access or access to a local computer network can be realized via the function module and the corresponding extension of the supply line.
- the individual functional modules do not have to have a specific shape, but should be understood by functional module each module that can be connected via connection interface with the output interface of the supply line.
- lighting elements can be integrated in one housing, while on the other hand, conventional lamps can also protrude or hang down from the housing via connecting rods or the like.
- connecting rods or the like the design variety of the designer knows no bounds.
- the functional modules are used to indicate, for example, escape directions or other directions.
- the system according to the invention can also be used for signage, for example within a trade fair hall, and at the same time supply the stands with corresponding supply lines.
- the supply line may also include a water pipe, which allows the tapping of a fresh water supply, such as at the exhibition stand. Even pure sockets or the like can be realized in this way.
- the individual module rows are interrupted over longer distances, wherein the supply line is then guided via a flexible line from a first module row section to a second module row section.
- a flexible line from a first module row section to a second module row section.
- control line described above or else the supply line can have an addressing system via which, for example, individual switches of the functional elements can be addressed.
- the addressing can be done here essentially according to the techniques of network technology, in particular obey the TCP / IP protocol.
- the functional element must have a small intrinsic logic which can be addressed by the addressing system, so that an individual switch or a plurality of switches can be addressed.
- Corresponding electrical circuits, in particular relay circuits then enable the switching of consumers who call higher powers.
- Fig. 1 a first embodiment of a functional module
- Fig. 2 a second embodiment of a functional module
- Fig. 3 a third embodiment of a functional module
- Fig. 4 a fourth embodiment of a functional module
- Fig. 5 a fifth embodiment of a functional module
- Fig. 6 a functional module with a module row carrier in a side view in section
- Fig. 7 a first embodiment of a module row
- Fig. 8 a second embodiment of a module row
- Fig. 9 an exemplary structure with the module system according to the invention.
- FIGS. 1 to 5 exemplary functional modules 2 are given, which could be used in connection with the present invention, without the invention being restricted to the exemplary embodiments shown.
- FIG. 1 shows a heating element having a housing 8, in which a heat radiator is arranged behind a protective grid.
- This structure corresponds essentially to the structure of the known radiant heater.
- the preferably made of a high-quality material, such as aluminum or stainless steel housing is elongated has at its two front ends a connection interface 7 and an output interface 3.
- the supply strand 6 (not shown here) is integrated into the housing 8 of the functional module 2, that is to say the connection interface and the output interface 3 are components of the housing 8.
- the functional modules 2 can be simply and easily plugged together become. Since the supply line is already extended or closed by the mating of the functional modules 2, each functional module 2 can supply the following functional modules 2 with the feeds necessary for their function, even if one of the front functional modules 2 within the module row 1 has another or in extreme cases, even has no function.
- Connection interface 7 and output interface 3 are in the FIGS. 1 to 5 drawn only schematically. In most applications, the two interfaces will have multiple, parallel plug-and-socket pairings that contact the individual supply lines of the supply line 6 individually or in bundles. If these cables are power cables, all electrical connections are possible. If the supply line 6 also includes water- or steam-carrying lines, the plug-in valves known from laboratory technology come into consideration here, which automatically open when the socket and plug are plugged together and close automatically when removed. Of course, all other types of connections are possible, including the traditional screw connections from the installation technique of the watercraft.
- the functional elements 2 shown here can be plugged together to form a row of modules 1 or a network of such rows of modules 1 and could then be freely suspended between two or more attachment points, provided that the housing 8 is correspondingly rigid in construction. Alternatively come suspensions on an upper carrier work as modular row carrier 9 into consideration. Also, in the area of the module row 1, a supporting structure may be provided, to which the functional elements are fastened. This may be, for example, a bar skeleton or the like.
- FIG. 2 is a functional element 2 shown that exclusively halogen recessed spotlights for lighting purposes.
- a functional element 2 is shown that can be used as a display means.
- a display is provided along the housing 8 that can show ticker.
- the data for displaying the information streams can either be transmitted as a video signal via a data bus integrated in the supply line 6 or else stored in the function module 2, which may have a data memory for this purpose. This can also be in the form of a plug-in SD card or other data storage.
- the displayed marquee can be used to inform, for example, the guests about current events.
- the content of an RSS stream can be displayed, for example, with the current results of sports events.
- Stored advertisements or the display of special offers or event announcements are also possible, so that this function module can increase the attractiveness of the modular system in many ways.
- a data bus can be used, which can run parallel to the supply line 6 or can be integrated into the supply line 6.
- FIGS. 4 and 5 two further embodiments of functional modules 2 are shown, which are designed to be multifunctional.
- This in FIG. 4 illustrated functional module 2 has laterally at the two end regions depending on a speaker and in between a vent for nebulized water. From the bottom of the housing 8 hang lamps (the cable lengths are shown here shortened), which provide a mood lighting.
- FIG. 5 Another combination is shown here, two speakers were combined with a heat radiator. All illustrated function modules only provide exemplary embodiments are all other and also combinations with functions not listed are possible.
- FIG. 6 is the function module 2 off FIG. 1 shown in section in a side view.
- the supply line 6 is shown schematically in section, which here has a water supply (top right), two power cables (top left) and a 4-core three-phase cable (bottom left) to supply the radiant heater.
- the functional element 2 has only one heating element, all the cables for functions of other functional elements 2 are contained in the supply strand 6, so that the remaining functional elements 2, for example those in the FIGS. 2 to 4 shown, can be connected to the supply line 6.
- the supply line 6 is connected to the output interface 3.
- This output interface 3 is used to connect to a Anschlußsammlungselle 7 of the respective functional element 2.
- "one" output interface 3 this does not mean that all supply lines of the supply line 6 via a in a housing or via a plug / socket Combination must be connected. Rather, the connection interface 3, like the output interface 7, can be distributed over a plurality of spatially separated sub-interfaces.
- An essential aspect of an embodiment of the invention is the fact that the housing 8 has a certain length, wherein the module row carrier 9 is formed and the output interface is arranged such that the connection interface 7 and the réelleitesselle 3 directly by mating or via an intermediate cable with each other are connectable. For this purpose, if it is connected to the supply line via an integrated in the module row carrier or an external cable, the output interface 3 is also arranged to be displaceable on the module row carrier.
- a cable to the connection interface 7 runs in the illustrated embodiment, a cable to the connection interface 7. Since the function module has only one function, although all inner cables are routed from the supply line 6 to the output interface 3, but there is wired, which is not visible here, the interface for the 4-core connection cable of the heat radiator.
- the output interface 3 is formed so that the plugged plug of the cable makes only the connection to this cable, but for example, the water supply system shown above right remains closed. This is realized here via a non-visible, spring-loaded closure device which closes the outlet of this water supply in the inactive case.
- FIG. 7 shows a system in which below a module row carrier 9 four functional modules 2 are arranged, which are pivotally connected via an assembly aid with the module row carrier 9.
- the supply line 6 extends through the upper carrier of the module row carrier 9, which extends over the entire length of the module row 1 and has at its left end connected to the supply line 6 supply port 4.
- the supply line 6 is connected to a house-side module connection 5 via this supply connection 4.
- This connection couples all the necessary signals and media for the supply of the individual function modules 2 into the supply line 6, wherein the connection to the connection interface 7 is again established via the output interface 3.
- the module row carrier 9 and the supply line 6 are designed such that the distances between the output interfaces 3 correspond to the length of the functional modules, and this is not necessary. Likewise, a longer distance could be realized via cable, line or sliding connections.
- FIG. 8 shows a modification in which the supply line is not arranged in the upper carrier of the module row carrier 9, but passes through the housing 8 of the functional modules 2. So here are the ends the function modules 2 with the right with the output interface 3 and left with the connection interface 7 (or vice versa) connected.
- the housing 8 of the functional modules 2 must not be rectilinear and elongated in this embodiment, but may take any shape.
- FIG. 9 shows a beer garden as an application example, which is equipped with the module system according to the invention.
- three rows of modules 1 extend at right angles into the open space, wherein the upper and the upper and the lower row of modules 1 are each equipped on one side with three functional modules 2, which are in FIG. 7 shown connected to a module row carrier 9.
- the modular row carrier 9 has two rows of functional modules 2, which emit on both sides of the module row carrier 9.
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Die Erfindung betrifft ein modulares Heiz- und Beleuchtungssystem mit zumindest einer Modulreihe, die von wenigstens zwei, hintereinander in einer Reihe angeordneten Funktionsmodulen mit einer zueinander unterschiedlichen Funktion gebildet ist. Die Funktionsmodule umfassen dabei zumindest zwei in der folgenden Typenliste genannte Typen von Funktionsmodulen:
- Heizmodule mit zumindest einem Wärme abgebenden Wärmestrahler,
- Beleuchtungsmodule mit zumindest einem, Licht abgebenden Leuchtelement,
- Beschallungsmodule mit zumindest einem Lautsprecher,
- Anzeigemodule mit zumindest einer hintergrundbeleuchteten Informationsfläche oder
- Multifunktionsmodule mit einer Kombination einzelner oder sämtlicher Funktionen der übrigen Funktionsmodule.
- Heating modules with at least one heat-emitting heat radiator,
- Illumination modules with at least one light-emitting luminous element,
- Public address modules with at least one loudspeaker,
- Display modules with at least one backlit information surface or
- Multifunctional modules with a combination of individual or all functions of the other functional modules.
Die Modulreihe weist einen zentralen Versorgungsanschluss auf, über den die Funktionsmodule mit den für ihre Funktion notwendigen Eingängen über Versorgungsleitungen gespeist werden.The module series has a central supply connection, via which the function modules with the inputs necessary for their function are supplied via supply lines.
Ein modulares Heiz- und Beleuchtungssystem zum Aufbau von multifunktionalen Leucht- und Heizelementen dieser Art ist aus der
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Neben der Beseitigung der oben genannten Einschränkungen der Funktionalität besteht ferner die Notwendigkeit, Licht-/Wärmequellen optisch und funktional in ihrer Attraktivität zu erweitern, um so neue Anwendungsbereiche und damit auch Kundenkreise zu erschließen.In addition to the elimination of the abovementioned limitations of functionality, there is also the need to visually and functionally expand light / heat sources in their attractiveness in order to open up new areas of application and thus also customer groups.
Aufgabe der Erfindung ist es daher, das bestehende System eines modularen Heiz- und Beleuchtungssystems flexibler auszubilden und dahingehend zu erweitern, dass bei Bedarf weitere Funktionen hinzugefügt werden können.The object of the invention is therefore to make the existing system of a modular heating and lighting system more flexible and expand to the effect that further functions can be added as needed.
Diese Aufgabe wird nach der Erfindung dadurch gelöst, dass der Versorgungsanschluss mit einem Modulanschluss verbunden ist und sich längs der Modulreihe ein Versorgungsstrang erstreckt, der parallel zueinander die Versorgungsleitungen zur Versorgung aller in der Modulreihe vorgesehener Funktionsmodule aufweist, wobei der Versorgungsstrang Ausgangsschnittstellen zum Anschluss der Funktionsmodule aufweist.This object is achieved according to the invention in that the supply connection is connected to a module connection and extends along the row of modules, a supply line having parallel to each other the supply lines for supplying all provided in the module row function modules, wherein the supply line has output interfaces for connection of the function modules ,
Einer der Grundgedanken der vorliegenden Erfindung ist die Tatsache, dass ein modulares System aufgebaut wird, bei dem einzelnen Funktionsmodule verwendet werden, die in beliebiger Reihenfolge hintereinander oder auch nebeneinander verwendet werden können. Bei diesen Funktionsmodulen kann es sich um verschiedenste Module handeln, insbesondere die oben genannten Einzelmodule. Die Erfindung ist allerdings nicht auf die Verwendung dieser Einzelmodule beschränkt, sie ist auch mit anderen Modulen, selbst wenn die oben genannten Module dabei nicht verwendet würden aber insbesondere in Kombination mit der oben genannten Typenserie verwendbar.One of the basic concepts of the present invention is the fact that a modular system is built up in which individual Function modules are used, which can be used in any order in a row or side by side. These functional modules can be very different modules, in particular the above-mentioned individual modules. However, the invention is not limited to the use of these individual modules, it is also with other modules, even if the above-mentioned modules would not be used but in particular in combination with the above type series usable.
Die Erfindung kann sowohl im Innen- als auch im Außenbereich eingesetzt werden. Ferner ist sie sowohl für Privatanwender als auch für industrielle als auch für gewerbliche Anwender verwendbar.The invention can be used both indoors and outdoors. It is also suitable for home users as well as industrial and commercial users.
Im einfachsten Fall weist ein erfindungsgemäßes Modul genau eine Funktion auf. Es handelt sich hierbei um ein Heizmodul, ein Beleuchtungsmodul, ein Lautsprechermodul oder ein Anzeigemodul bis hin zu einem Modulhandel, dass in der Lage ist, bewegte Bilder zu übertragen. All diese Einzelfunktionen können in separaten Modulen angeboten werden, es ist jedoch auch möglich und wird auch in der Praxis vorteilhaft sein, wenn ein Einzelmodul mehrere Funktionen aufweist, die in einem gemeinsamen Gehäuse integriert sein können oder auch über einen Gehäuseverbund realisiert sein können, so dass jedes Modul, wie aus dem oben genannten Stand der Technik bekannt, mehrere Teilgehäuse aufweist, die übereinander fest oder gelenkig verbunden sein können.In the simplest case, a module according to the invention has exactly one function. These are a heating module, a lighting module, a loudspeaker module or a display module, all the way to a module shop that is capable of transmitting moving pictures. All these individual functions can be offered in separate modules, but it is also possible and will also be advantageous in practice if a single module has several functions that can be integrated in a common housing or can also be realized via a housing assembly, so that Each module, as known from the above-mentioned prior art, has a plurality of sub-housings which can be fixedly connected or hinged together.
Ein weiterer Grundgedanke der Erfindung besteht darin, dass die einzelnen Module nicht separat voneinander versorgt werden, sondern dass ein Versorgungsstrang aufgebaut wird, der in parallel zueinander verlaufenden, die einzelnen Module mit den notwendigen informations- und medienspeisenden Versorgungsleitungen den Anschluss aller Module ermöglicht. So können alle Module des Systems hintereinander in Reihe geschaltet werden. Der Versorgungsstrang ist wiederum mit einem Versorgungsanschluss verbunden, über den die in Reihe geschalteten oder möglicherweise auch parallel zueinander geschalteten Funktionsmodule mit einer lokalen Installation eines Modulanschlusses verbunden werden können.Another basic idea of the invention is that the individual modules are not supplied separately from one another, but rather that a supply line is constructed which allows the individual modules with the necessary information- and media-feeding supply lines to connect all the modules in parallel to each other. This means that all modules of the system can be connected in series one after the other. The supply line is in turn connected to a supply terminal through which the series connected or possibly also connected in parallel Function modules can be connected to a local installation of a module connection.
Zum Aufbau eines modularen, multifunktionalen Systems ist es also lediglich notwendig, dass gebäudeseitig oder grundstücksseitig der Modulanschlussbereit bereitgestellt wird. Dieser Modulanschluss weist alle Zuleitungen auf, die der Versorgungsstrang erfordert, um die einzelnen Funktionsmodule mit ihrer benötigten Eingangsgröße zu versorgen. Modulanschluss und Versorgungsanschluss können auch fest miteinander verbunden werden, beispielsweise im Rahmen einer fest verlöteten oder verdrahteten Installation.To construct a modular, multifunctional system, it is therefore only necessary that the module connection is made ready on the building side or on the property side. This module connection has all the supply lines required by the supply line in order to supply the individual function modules with their required input variable. The module connection and the supply connection can also be firmly connected to one another, for example in the context of a permanently soldered or wired installation.
Bevorzugt werden jedoch die einzelnen Funktionsmodule und auch der Versorgungsstrang mit dem Modulanschluss über geeignete, lösbare Steckverbindungen miteinander verbunden. So erfordern beispielsweise ein Lichtmodul und ein Heizmodul einen Stromanschluss, je nach benötigter Heizleistung meist zusätzlich auch einen Drehstromanschluss für die Versorgung des Wärmestrahlers, was insbesondere bei mehreren, hintereinander geschalteten Wärmestrahlern der Fall ist. Ein, einen oder mehrere Lautsprecher aufweisendes Modul dagegen verlangt nach einem Niederspannungsanschluss, über den das Lautsprechersignal übertragen werden kann. Gleiches gilt für Fernsehmodule oder Telekommunikationsmodule, die im Weiteren noch ausführlich beschrieben werden.Preferably, however, the individual functional modules and also the supply line are connected to the module connection via suitable, detachable plug-in connections. For example, a light module and a heating module require a power connection, depending on the required heating power usually additionally also a three-phase connection for the supply of the heat radiator, which is the case in particular with several heat radiators connected in series. In contrast, a module having one or more loudspeakers requires a low-voltage connection via which the loudspeaker signal can be transmitted. The same applies to television modules or telecommunications modules, which are described in more detail below.
Eine andere Modulvariante wiederum verlangt nach einer Wasser- oder Gasinstallation. So kann beispielsweise in wärmeren Gebieten die Typenliste der Funktionsmodule auch Module umfassen, die Wasser in Form feiner Tröpfchen oder eines Nebels abgeben, so dass unterhalb des Funktionsmoduls durch die in Folge der Verdampfungsenthalpie entzogenen Luftenergie eine Kühlwirkung eintritt. Solche Vorrichtungen sind im Wesentlichen aus südlichen Ländern bekannt, allerdings nicht in Verbindung mit einem separat anschaltbaren Funktionsmodul sondern als festinstallierte Anlage. Ein solches Funktionsmodul müsste entweder ein Wasseranschluss aufweisen, so dass es über den Frischwasserzugang zugeführte Wasser im Modul selbst vernebelt wird.Another module variant in turn requires a water or gas installation. Thus, for example, in warmer areas, the type list of function modules also include modules that deliver water in the form of fine droplets or a mist, so that below the functional module by the entrained in consequence of the enthalpy of enthalpy of air cooling effect occurs. Such devices are known mainly from southern countries, but not in conjunction with a separately connectable function module but as a permanently installed system. Such a functional module would either have to have a water connection, so that it is atomized via the fresh water access supplied water in the module itself.
Alternativ und für den Aufbau des Moduls natürlich wesentlich einfacher kann das vernebelte Wasser bereits sprühfertig über den Versorgungsstrang zugeführt werden. Ein solches Modul kann natürlich sehr viel kompakter und einfacher ausgebildet sein, das aus optischen Gründen und Kostengründen bevorzugt wird. Ferner wird kein Druckwasser durch den Versorgungsstrang geleitet, was wiederum diesen vereinfacht und die Gefahr eines unerwünschten Wasseraustritts reduziert.Alternatively, and for the construction of the module, of course much simpler, the atomized water can already be supplied ready for spraying via the supply line. Of course, such a module can be made much more compact and simple, which is preferred for optical reasons and cost reasons. Furthermore, no pressurized water is passed through the supply line, which in turn simplifies this and reduces the risk of undesired water leakage.
Derartige Module können auch im Bereich der Unterhaltung eingesetzt werden, um zum Beispiel in einer Diskothek oder auf einer Freifläche Nebel als Effekt auf die Tanzfläche zu leiten.Such modules can also be used in the field of entertainment, for example, in a discotheque or on an open space to direct fog as an effect on the dance floor.
Sofern solche Module im Typenkatalog aufgenommen sind, weist der Versorgungsstrang eine Leitung auf, die eine Flüssigkeit oder einen Dampf transportiert. Der Versorgungsanschluss und der Modulanschluss sind dann bevorzugt mit entsprechenden Verbindungen der Wasserinstallation, insbesondere den bekannten Ventilanschlüssen, versehen. Der Modulanschluss und auch der Versorgungsanschluss zum Anschließen des Versorgungsstrangs an den Modulanschluss können einheitlich ausgebildet sein, so dass mit einem einzelnen Steckvorgang sämtliche Versorgungsleitungen verbunden werden.If such modules are included in the type catalog, the supply line has a line that transports a liquid or a vapor. The supply connection and the module connection are then preferably provided with corresponding connections of the water installation, in particular the known valve connections. The module connection and also the supply connection for connecting the supply line to the module connection can be designed uniformly, so that all supply lines are connected to a single connection process.
Einfacher auszugestalten und insbesondere funktionaler ist dagegen eine Technik, bei der Modulanschluss und Versorgungsanschluss über separate Steckverbindungen verfügen, so dass sie unabhängig voneinander untereinander verbindbar sind. Dies führt zwar zu einem gewissen Installationsrisiko, da möglicherweise vergessen wird, einen der Einzelanschlüsse zu befestigen, führt aber zu einer höheren Funktionalität, da selbst dann, wenn der Versorgungsstrang alle Formen von Zuleitungen aufweist, gebäudeseitig bzw. grundstückseitig der Modulanschluss nicht alle Anschlussleitungen aufweisen muss, sofern gewisse Modultypen vom Anwender nicht gewünscht werden. Ferner kann der Modulanschluss auf diese Weise in Form von gebündelten Einzelanschlüssen vorliegen, die leicht und preisgünstig herstellbar sind.On the other hand, a design that is simpler to design and, in particular, more functional, has a module connection and supply connection with separate plug-in connections, so that they can be connected to one another independently of one another. Although this leads to a certain installation risk, since it may be forgotten to attach one of the individual connections, but leads to a higher functionality, since even if the supply line has all forms of supply lines, building side or on the ground side, the module connection does not have to have all connection lines , if certain types of modules are not desired by the user. Furthermore, the module connection can thus be in the form of bundled individual connections, which can be produced easily and inexpensively.
Eine besonders attraktive Eigenschaft des Modulsystems ist die Tatsache, dass die Funktionsmodule astförmig mit geradlinigem oder gebogenen Verlauf, netzwerkartig, ringförmig oder sternförmig miteinander kombiniert und verbunden werden können. Dabei können "Dummies", also funktionslose Module mit Weiterleitung des Versorgungstranges, die einzelnen Abschnitte verlängern. Auf diese Weise kann der Verlauf der von den Modulen gebildeten Abschnitte nahezu vollständig an den Einsatzzweck angepasst werden.A particularly attractive feature of the modular system is the fact that the functional modules can be combined and connected with each other in a knurled shape with straight or curved course, network-like, ring-shaped or star-shaped. "Dummies", ie functionless modules with forwarding of the supply line, can extend the individual sections. In this way, the course of the sections formed by the modules can be almost completely adapted to the purpose.
So kann zum Beispiel unter einem runden Schirm, etwa einem großen Schirm einer Freiluftbar, rund um den äußeren Rand ein Ring von gebogenen Funktionsmodulen angeordnet werden, der entweder direkt gespeist wird, als den Versorgungsanschluss aufweist, oder einen oder mehr, nach innen zur Schirmmitte verlaufende, Äste aufweist, die sich speichenartig unter dem Schirm nach außen erstrecken, wobei einer dieser Äste dann den Versorgungsast bildet, also in der Mitte mit dem Modulanschluss verbunden ist, während sich am gegenüberliegenden Ende der Versorgungsstrang von diesem Ast in den Ring fortsetzt.Thus, for example, under a round screen, such as a large umbrella of an open air bar, a ring of curved functional modules may be placed around the outer edge, fed either directly, as having the supply terminal, or one or more inwardly toward the center of the screen Having branches that extend like spokes under the umbrella to the outside, one of these branches then forms the supply branch, that is connected in the middle with the module connection, while at the opposite end of the supply line of this branch continues in the ring.
Auch können Terrassenüberdachungen, Zelte, Hauswände und dergleichen passgenau mit einer Reihe von Funktionsmodulen versehen werden, so dass sich ein sehr hochwertiger optischer Eindruck bei gleichzeitiger optimaler Ausnutzung des Raumes ergibt. Hierzu kann zum einen ein Spektrum unterschiedlichster Gehäuselängen und zum anderen eine Maßanfertigung angeboten werden. Letztere kann vergleichsweise einfach angeboten werden, denn das Gehäuse röhrenförmig ausgebildet ist und an den Gehäuseenden in einem Ablängbereich keine Funktionselemente vorgesehen sind. So kann das Gehäuse einfach auf die erforderliche Länge gekürzt werden, wobei der Ablängbereich beispielsweise so dimensioniert werden kann, dass die zulässige Maximalkürzung so groß ist, dass sich hieran die nächst kürzere Gehäuseform innerhalb des Angebotsspektrums anschließt.Terraces, tents, house walls and the like can also be fitted with a series of functional modules to give a very high-quality visual impression while at the same time making optimum use of the space. For this purpose, on the one hand a range of different housing lengths and on the other hand customization can be offered. The latter can be offered comparatively easily, because the housing is tubular and no functional elements are provided at the housing ends in a Ablängbereich. Thus, the housing can be easily shortened to the required length, wherein the Ablängbereich example, can be dimensioned so that the maximum allowable reduction is so large that this is followed by the next shorter housing form within the supply spectrum.
Die Funktonalität noch erhöht werden, wenn entweder die Gehäuse der Funktionsmodule bzw. die oben genannten Dummies, sofern solche verwendet werden, oder zwischengeschaltete Distanzstücke vorgesehenen sind, die jeweils ausziehbare Gehäuse oder Gehäuse aufweisen, die über seitlich ansetzbare bzw. abnehmbare Distanzstücke kürzbar sind.The funktonality be increased if either the housing of the functional modules or the above dummies, if used, or intermediate spacers are provided, each having extendable housing or housing, which can be shortened via laterally attachable or removable spacers.
Der Versorgungsstrang ist mit einzelnen Ausgangsschnittstellen versehen, über die die Funktionsmodule an den Versorgungsstrang angekoppelt werden können. Zur Umsetzung dieser Technik kommen im Wesentlichen zwei bevorzugte Ausgestaltungen in Betracht:The supply line is provided with individual output interfaces, via which the function modules can be coupled to the supply line. Essentially, two preferred embodiments are considered for implementing this technique:
Bei einer ersten Ausgestaltung erstreckt sich der Versorgungsstrang parallel zu den Funktionsmodulen, so dass die Funktionsmodule, beispielsweise an der Rückseite ihres Gehäuses, über eine dort angeordnete Anschlussschnittstelle mit dem Versorgungsstrang verbunden werden können.In a first embodiment, the supply line extends parallel to the functional modules, so that the functional modules, for example, at the back of their housing, can be connected to the supply line via a connection interface arranged there.
Bei dieser Ausgestaltung kann beispielsweise ein Schienensystem als Träger für die Funktionsmodule verwendet werden, dass intern oder extern den Versorgungsstrang aufweist. Eine mögliche Ausgestaltung eines solchen Schienensystems ist beispielsweise ein Flachkanal, der in Form von Hohlprofilen mit rundem oder rechteckigem Querschnitt ausgebildet ist und im Inneren die Versorgungsleitungen aufweist, wobei das Schienensystem seitlich anschließbar die Anschlussschnittstellen aufweist.In this embodiment, for example, a rail system can be used as a carrier for the functional modules that internally or externally has the supply line. A possible embodiment of such a rail system is, for example, a flat channel which is designed in the form of hollow profiles with a round or rectangular cross-section and has the supply lines in the interior, wherein the rail system has the connection interfaces laterally connectable.
Die einzelnen Funktionsmodule können dann entweder unmittelbar mit ihren beispielsweise steckerartig hervorspringenden Anschlussschnittstellen in die Ausgangsschnittstellen eingesteckt werden oder auch über eine starre oder flexible Zwischenleitung, die von der Anschlussschnittstelle zur Ausgangsschnittstelle verläuft, angeschaltet werden. Je nach Erfordernis kann entweder das unmittelbare Einstecken bereits das Befestigen des Funktionsmoduls bewirken, so dass keine zusätzlichen Befestigungsmittel erforderlich sind. Hier kann die Steckverbindung entsprechend ausgestaltet sein, so dass ein sicherer Halt möglich ist.The individual function modules can then either be plugged directly into the output interfaces with their connection interfaces protruding, for example, in the manner of a plug, or they can also be connected via a rigid or flexible intermediate line extending from the connection interface to the output interface. Depending on the requirement, either the direct insertion can already effect the fastening of the functional module, so that no additional fastening means are required. Here, the connector can be designed accordingly, so that a secure hold is possible.
Schließlich muss auch die Anschlussschnittstelle bzw. die Versorgungsschnittstelle nicht einheitlich ausgebildet sein, vielmehr ist es möglich, das beispielsweise im Abstand zueinander verschiedene Teilschnittstellen vorgesehen sind, so dass insbesondere bei einer Stecker-/Buchse-Verbindung zwischen Anschlussschnittstelle und Ausgangsschnittstelle, die dann natürlich ebenfalls im entsprechenden Abstand zueinander am Schienensystem angeordnet sind, eine Zwei- oder Mehrpunktlagerung aufgebaut werden kann. Das Schienensystem selbst besteht bevorzugt aus einzelnen Modulen, die im Wesentlichen die Länge eines Funktionsmoduls oder eine größere Länge aufweisen. An den Enden des Schienensystems sind dann Anschlüsse vorgesehen, so dass nach Zusammenstecken oder durch Zusammenstecken der einzelnen Module des Schienensystems der Versorgungsstrang zwischen den beiden angrenzenden Schienensystemmodulen geschlossen wird.Finally, the connection interface or the supply interface does not have to be of a uniform design, but rather it is possible to differentiate, for example, at a distance from each other Partial interfaces are provided, so that in particular in a male / female connection between the connection interface and output interface, which are then of course also arranged at a suitable distance from each other on the rail system, a two- or multi-point storage can be constructed. The rail system itself preferably consists of individual modules, which essentially have the length of a functional module or a greater length. At the ends of the rail system connections are then provided, so that after plugging together or by mating the individual modules of the rail system, the supply line between the two adjacent rail system modules is closed.
Alternativ zur einer unmittelbaren Befestigung der einzelnen Funktionsmodule an dem Schienensystem, entweder über die oben beschriebene Steckverbindung oder über einen separaten Befestigungsmechanismus, kann zwischen dem Gehäuse des Funktionsmoduls und dem Schienensystems auch ein Montageträger vorgesehen sein, über den das Gehäuse des Funktionsmoduls fest oder gelenkig mit dem Schienensystem verbunden sein kann. Eine solche gelenkige Verbindung kann in verschiedenster Weise ausgestaltet werden, so kann beispielsweise der Montageträger U-förmig ausgebildet sein, so dass das Gehäuse des Funktionsmoduls zwischen zwei Gelenkpunkten, drehbar oder je nach Anlenkpunkt auch schwenkbar am Montageträger gehalten sein kann.Alternatively to a direct attachment of the individual functional modules to the rail system, either via the above-described connector or a separate attachment mechanism, a mounting bracket may be provided between the housing of the functional module and the rail system, via which the housing of the functional module fixed or hinged to the Rail system can be connected. Such an articulated connection can be configured in various ways, for example, the mounting bracket can be U-shaped, so that the housing of the functional module between two hinge points, rotatable or depending on the pivot point can also be pivotally supported on the mounting bracket.
Eine alternative Montageart sieht die Befestigungsmöglichkeit eines länglichen Gehäuses des Funktionsmoduls an einer Stirnseite vor, so dass das Funktionsmodul rechtwinklig oder in jedem anderen Winkel von dem Schienensystem absteht. Hier kann insbesondere über eine Kugelbefestigung eine dreh- oder schwenkbar Anlenkung erzielt werden, die weitgehend jede Ausrichtung des Funktionsmoduls ermöglicht. Bei einem solchen Kugelgelenk muss natürlich zwischen der Ausgangsschnittstelle und der Anschlussschnittstelle ein flexibles Schlauchelement vorgesehen sein, so dass die Beweglichkeit des Funktionsmoduls in die erforderlichen Richtungen sichergestellt ist. Natürlich können auch innerhalb einer Leitung zwischen der Anschlussschnittstelle und der Ausgangsschnittstelle entsprechende Gelenke vorgesehen sein, auch wäre es möglich, mit entsprechendem Aufwand, die Gelenkigkeit im Eingangsbereich herzustellen.An alternative method of mounting provides for the possibility of mounting an elongated housing of the functional module on an end face, so that the functional module projects at right angles or at any other angle from the rail system. Here can be achieved in particular via a ball mounting a rotatable or pivotable articulation, which allows largely any orientation of the functional module. In such a ball joint must of course be provided between the output interface and the connection interface, a flexible hose member, so that the mobility of the functional module is ensured in the required directions. Of course, corresponding joints can also be provided within a line between the connection interface and the output interface, and it would also be possible, with a corresponding outlay, to produce the articulation in the entrance area.
Anstelle des oben beschriebenen Schienensystems kann natürlich auch jede weitere Form eines Modulreihenträgers vorgesehen sein, wobei dieser Modulreihenträger sogar von einem Mauerwerk oder ähnlichen, bauseitig bereits vorhandenen, sich in Längsrichtung der Modulreihe erstreckenden Tragwerk gebildet sein kann. Der Modulreihenträger kann auch von einem Ständerwerk gebildet sein, dass vertikale Stützen aufweist, wobei die Funktionsmodule zwischen den Stützen angeordnet sein können oder alternativ zwischen den Stützen auch weitere Modulträger vorgesehen sein können.Instead of the rail system described above, of course, any other form of a module row carrier can be provided, this module row carrier can even be formed by a masonry or similar, already existing on site, extending in the longitudinal direction of the module row supporting structure. The module row carrier can also be formed by a stand that has vertical supports, wherein the functional modules can be arranged between the supports or, alternatively, further module carriers can be provided between the supports.
Hier hängen die Gestaltungsmöglichkeiten neben den finanziellen Anforderungen von der bauseitigen Vorinstallation ab, wobei der Versorgungsstrang sich längs der Modulreihe erstrecken muss. Dies setzt allerdings nicht notwendigerweise voraus, dass der Versorgungsstrang jedes einzelne Modul unmittelbar untereinander verbindet, vielmehr kann zum Beispiels bei vertikalen Stützen auch der Versorgungsstrang im Bereich des Bodens angeordnet sein, wobei dann der Versorgungsstrang mit einem nach oben gerichteten Ast oder auch schleifenförmig an der Stütze nach oben geführt ist, um das dort befestigte Funktionsmodul zu versorgen.Here, the design options depend on the financial requirements of the on-site pre-installation, the supply line must extend along the row of modules. However, this does not necessarily assume that the supply strand connects each module directly to each other, but can be arranged for example in vertical supports and the supply strand in the region of the bottom, in which case the supply strand with an upward branch or even looped on the support is guided upward to supply the attached there functional module.
Eine weitere sehr günstige Ausgestaltung der Erfindung nutzt die Funktion zum Modul selbst, um den Versorgungsstrang aufzubauen. Bei dieser Ausgestaltung ist jedes Funktionsmodul mit einem Gehäuse versehen oder weist an seiner Rückseite ein Versorgungsstrangabschnitt auf, wobei die Funktionsmodule Ansatzbereiche aufweisen, an denen benachbarte Funktionsmodule oder auch funktionslose Distanzstücke angeordnet sind.Another very favorable embodiment of the invention uses the function to the module itself to build the supply line. In this embodiment, each functional module is provided with a housing or has on its rear side on a supply strand section, wherein the functional modules have approach areas on which adjacent functional modules or functionless spacers are arranged.
Bei dieser Ausgestaltung weist jedes Funktionsmodul einen Abschnitt des Versorgungsstranges auf, wobei bei Verbindung der Anschlussschnittstellen der Funktionsmodule untereinander der Versorgungsstranganschnitt entsprechend erweitert wird. Die funktionslosen Distanzelemente weisen in diesem Fall ebenfalls einen Abschnitt des Versorgungsstrangs auf, so dass sich mit diesen Distanzelementen der Abstand der Funktionselemente untereinander ohne Unterbrechung des Versorgungsstranges erweitern lässt.In this embodiment, each functional module has a portion of the supply line, wherein when connecting the connection interfaces of the functional modules with each other, the supply line section is extended accordingly. The functionless spacer elements also have a section of the supply line in this case, so that the spacing of the functional elements between them can be extended without interrupting the supply line with these spacer elements.
Die oben beschriebene Ausgestaltung hat den besonderen Vorteil, dass unabhängig von den lokalen Begebenheiten durch leichtes Zusammenstecken der Funktionselemente eine Modulreihe aufgebaut werden kann, die über die gewünschte Zusammenstellung der Einzelfunktionen verfügt. Durch die Verwendung von Distanzelementen oder unterschiedlichen Modulelementen, beispielsweise auch funktionslose Gehäuseabschnitte aufweisen können, kann so dem Kundenwunsch weitgehend Rechnung getragen werden.The embodiment described above has the particular advantage that, independently of the local circumstances, a module row can be set up by slightly plugging together the functional elements, which has the desired composition of the individual functions. By using spacer elements or different module elements, for example, can also have non-functional housing sections, so the customer's request can be largely taken into account.
Der Aufbau eines zusätzlichen Modulreihenträgers ist nur noch aus mechanischen Festigkeitsgründen notwendig, sofern eine entsprechende Installation vor Ort nicht vorgefunden werden sollte. Es ist allerdings nicht mehr notwendig, den Versorgungsstrang extern aufzubauen. Hier muss also nur am Startpunkt der Modulreihe ein Modulanschluss vorgesehen sein, an dem dann das erste Funktionselement oder ein Distanzstück angeschlossen werden kann, wobei die Anschlussschnittstelle dieses ersten Modulelementes dann als Versorgungsanschluss für die gesamte Modulreihe fungiert.The construction of an additional module row carrier is only necessary for reasons of mechanical strength, if a corresponding installation on site should not be found. However, it is no longer necessary to build the supply line externally. Here, therefore, only at the starting point of the module row a module connection must be provided, to which then the first functional element or a spacer can be connected, wherein the connection interface of this first module element then acts as a supply connection for the entire row of modules.
Ein weiteres Merkmal dieser Ausgestaltung ist die Tatsache, dass der Versorgungsstrang sämtliche Zuführleitungen aufweist, die zum Speisen sämtlicher Modulelemente innerhalb der Modulreihe erforderlich sind, selbst wenn das einzelne Funktionselement, dass von dem entsprechenden Segment des Versorgungsstranges durchsetzt wird, dieses Funktion selbst nicht aufweisen sollte. So sind alle von der Modulreihe zur Verfügung gestellten Funktionen an jeder Stelle der Modulreihe abgreifbar.Another feature of this embodiment is the fact that the supply line has all the feed lines required to feed all the module elements within the module row, even if the single functional element that is penetrated by the corresponding segment of the supply line should not have this function itself. Thus, all functions provided by the module row can be tapped at any point in the module row.
Durch die erfindungsgemäße Aufbautechnik des Modulsystems kann nicht nur eine geradlinige Modulreihe aufgebaut werden. Vielmehr kann ein regelrechtes Schienen- und Gitternetz aufgebaut werden, wobei hier funktionslose oder Funktionsbehaftete Kreuzungs- oder Abzweigmodule vorgesehen sein können, die Versorgungsleitungen des Versorgungsstrangs auf mehrere Äste aufteilen.By the construction technique of the modular system according to the invention not only a linear module row can be constructed. Rather, a veritable rail and grid network can be built, with functionless or functional crossing or branch modules may be provided to divide the supply lines of the supply line to several branches.
So kann beispielsweise aus den Funktionselementen zur Versorgung eines Bereiches einer Außengastronomie eine Gitterstruktur mit rechteckigen Waben aufgebaut werden, wobei zwischen den einzelnen Kreuzungspunkten jeweils die gewünschte Anzahl und Funktionalität der Funktionsmodule vorgesehen werden kann. Weder die Funktionselemente noch die Kreuzungs- bzw. Abzweigelemente müssen geradlinig sein, auch gebogene Elemente oder auf Grund ihrer Elastizität gar biegbare Elemente sind möglich. Schließlich ist es möglich, dass die Funktionsmodule in ihrer Länge ausziehbar sind, beispielsweise durch die Funktion einer Teleskopstange.Thus, for example, from the functional elements to supply an area of an outdoor catering a grid structure can be constructed with rectangular honeycomb, wherein between the individual intersection points in each case the desired number and functionality of the functional modules can be provided. Neither the functional elements nor the crossing or branch elements must be rectilinear, even curved elements or due to their elasticity even bendable elements are possible. Finally, it is possible that the function modules are extendible in their length, for example by the function of a telescopic rod.
Durch das erfindungsgemäße, multifunktionale Heiz- und Beleuchtungssystem kann nun eine größere Fläche optisch attraktiv und mit einem hochwertigen Qualitätseindruck bestückt werden. So kann beispielsweise ein Biergarten mit Heizelementen versorgt werden, und im Bereich der Tische über Wärmestrahlung erwärmen. Bei diesen Heizelementen wird es sich bevorzugt um Infrarotstrahler handeln, auf Grund der Multifunktionalität des Versorgungsstrangs könnten aber auch Gasstrahler in Betracht kommen. Die Verwendung der Infrarotstrahler weist hier allerdings aus Sicherheitsgründen einen großen Vorteil auf, da das Entweichen von Gas und unbeabsichtigte Verbrennungen bei elektrischer Speisung des Wärmestrahlers vermieden werden kann.The inventive, multifunctional heating and lighting system can now be a larger area optically attractive and equipped with a high quality impression. Thus, for example, a beer garden can be supplied with heating elements, and heat in the area of the tables over heat radiation. These heating elements will preferably be infrared radiators, but because of the multifunctionality of the supply line, gas radiators could also be considered. However, the use of the infrared radiator has here for safety reasons a great advantage, since the escape of gas and unintentional burns can be avoided in electrical supply of the heat radiator.
Neben der Beleuchtung des Biergartens und der Beheizung der Sitz- bzw. Stehflächen kann aber auch eine weitere Funktion, etwa zur Finanzierung des Systems für den Betreiber realisiert werden. In einem einfachen Fall kann dies eine Hintergrundbeleuchtete Fläche im Rahmen eines Funktionsmoduls sein, die die Werbung, etwa einer Brauerei, zur Verfügung stellt. Alternativ oder zusätzlich kann auch eine Anzeige von Laufschrift erfolgen, um etwa auf Sonderangebote oder aktuelle Geschehnisse oder Sportereignisse hinzuweisen. Auch kleine Videomodule können vorgesehen sein, so dass hierüber zusätzliche Informationen angezeigt werden können.In addition to the illumination of the beer garden and the heating of the sitting or standing areas but also another function, such as the financing of the system for the operator can be realized. In a simple case, this may be a backlit area within a functional module provided by the advertisement, such as a brewery. Alternatively or additionally, a display of marquee can be made, for example, to refer to special offers or current events or sporting events. Even small video modules can be provided so that additional information can be displayed here.
Eine weitere vorteilhafte Ausbildung der Erfindung sieht Schalter vor, über die die einzelnen Funktionselemente angesteuert werden können. Dies können im einfachsten Fall normale Umschalter sein, die manuell bedient werden. Diese Schalter können entweder nur die Funktion eines einzelnen Funktionselementes abschalten oder auch den Versorgungsstrang vollständig unterbrechen, so dass der gesamte Bereich der Modulreihe hinter dem Schalter deaktiviert werden kann.A further advantageous embodiment of the invention provides switches, via which the individual functional elements can be controlled. In the simplest case, these can be normal switches that are operated manually. These switches can either switch off only the function of a single functional element or even completely interrupt the supply line, so that the entire area of the module row behind the switch can be deactivated.
Anstelle eines normalen Wechselschalters kann auch ein Schalter verwendet werden, der über eine Funkfernbedienung oder in sonstiger Weise fernsteuerbar ist. Auch kann der Versorgungsstrang eine Steuerleitung aufweisen, bzw. eine Steuerleitung parallel zum Versorgungsstrang gesondert verlegt werden, die den Schalter anspricht. Auf diese Weise kann über eine zentrale Bedienstelle jedes einzelne Funktionsmodul oder eine Reihe von Funktionsmodulen aktiviert oder deaktiviert werden. Sowohl über diesen Schalter als auch über den herkömmlichen oder fernbedienten Schalter kann die Leistung des Funktionselementes manipuliert werden, etwa um die Wärme- oder Lichtstrahlung zu dimmen oder die Ausgangsleistung eines Kühlmittelstrahlers zu variieren. Laufschriften oder Werbeanzeigen können auf diese Weise ferner von einem Nacht- auf einen Tagbetrieb umgeschaltet werden. Letzteres kann allerdings auch automatisch über einen Helligkeitssensor erfolgen, der in das Funktionsmodul integriert sein kann.Instead of a normal toggle switch, a switch can be used, which is remotely controllable via a radio remote control or in any other way. Also, the supply line may have a control line, or a control line to be installed separately parallel to the supply line, which responds to the switch. In this way, each individual function module or a series of function modules can be activated or deactivated via a central operating point. Both via this switch and via the conventional or remote-controlled switch, the performance of the functional element can be manipulated, for example to dim the heat or light radiation or to vary the output power of a coolant radiator. Ticketing or advertisements may also be switched from night to day mode in this way. However, the latter can also be done automatically via a brightness sensor, which can be integrated in the functional module.
Gerade im Bereich einer Gastronomie aber auch für sonstige Anwendungen ist es vorteilhaft, wenn innerhalb der Modulreihe automatische Melder angeordnet sind, die die Funktion der Funktionsmodule beeinflussen. Diese Melder können beispielsweise Bewegungsmelder oder Wärmedetektoren sein, die die Anwesenheit von Personen erkennen, so dass die Heizleistung zielgerichtet nur dort eingeschaltet wird, wo auch tatsächlich Personen verweilen.Especially in the field of gastronomy but also for other applications, it is advantageous if within the module row automatic detectors are arranged, which influence the function of the function modules. These detectors can be, for example, motion detectors or heat detectors which detect the presence of persons, so that the heating power is purposefully switched on only where people actually linger.
Der Melder kann auf einzelne Funktionen oder auch auf das vollständige Funktionsmodul Einfluss haben, so dass das Funktionsmodul entweder nur teilweise abgeschaltet wird oder vollständig deaktiviert wird. So kann es beispielsweise im Bereich der Gastronomie zweckmäßig sein, wenn das Funktionsmodul die Beleuchtung aufrecht erhält, die kostenintensive Heizstrahlung dagegen abschaltet. Auf diese Weise entsteht der Eindruck eines gemütlichen, attraktiven Biergartens, ohne dass für nicht genutzte Bereiche aufwändige Heizenergie aufgewendet werden müsste.The detector can influence individual functions or also the complete function module, so that the function module is either only partly switched off or completely deactivated. So can It may be useful, for example, in the field of gastronomy, if the function module maintains the lighting, the cost-intensive heating radiation, however, shuts off. In this way, the impression of a cozy, attractive beer garden is created, without having to spend time consuming heating energy on unused areas.
Eine weitere Ausgestaltung der Erfindung verwendet Funktionsmodule, die eine Interaktion zwischen den sich in der Nähe des Funktionsmoduls befindlichen Personen und einer Zentrale ermöglichen. So kann es beispielsweise sein, dass der Versorgungsstrang auch eine Telekommunikationsleitung aufweist, über die beispielsweise der Gast eines Biergartens Kontakt mit dem Personal aufnehmen kann. Hier kann entweder ein Telefonhörer an dem Funktionsmodul vorgesehen sein oder auch eine Sprechstelle mit Lautsprecher und Mikrofon im Bereich des Funktionsmoduls angeordnet sein.Another embodiment of the invention uses functional modules that allow interaction between the persons located in the vicinity of the functional module and a central office. Thus, it may be, for example, that the supply line also has a telecommunications line through which, for example, the guest of a beer garden can contact the staff. Here, either a telephone handset can be provided on the functional module or a microphone unit with loudspeaker and microphone can be arranged in the region of the functional module.
Auch alle anderen Signaltypen, beispielsweise ein Internetzugang oder der Zugang zu einem lokalen Rechnernetz kann über das Funktionsmodul und die entsprechende Erweiterung des Versorgungsstrangs realisiert werden. Die einzelnen Funktionsmodule müssen dabei nicht eine bestimmte Form aufweisen, vielmehr sollte unter Funktionsmodul jedes Modul verstanden werden, dass über Anschlussschnittstelle mit der Ausgangsschnittstelle des Versorgungsstrangs verbunden werden kann. So können beispielsweise Beleuchtungselemente in einem Gehäuse integriert sein, während andererseits auch übliche Lampen über Verbindungsstangen oder Ähnliches von dem Gehäuse abstehen oder herunterhängen können. Hier ist der Gestaltungsvielfalt des Designers keine Grenzen gesetzt.All other signal types, such as Internet access or access to a local computer network can be realized via the function module and the corresponding extension of the supply line. The individual functional modules do not have to have a specific shape, but should be understood by functional module each module that can be connected via connection interface with the output interface of the supply line. Thus, for example, lighting elements can be integrated in one housing, while on the other hand, conventional lamps can also protrude or hang down from the housing via connecting rods or the like. Here the design variety of the designer knows no bounds.
Eine weitere Anwendung der Erfindung besteht darin, dass die Funktionsmodule benutzt werden, um beispielsweise Fluchtrichtungen oder auch sonstige Richtungen anzuzeigen. So kann beispielsweise das erfindungsgemäße System auch zur Beschilderung, beispielsweise innerhalb einer Messehalle genutzt werden und gleichzeitig die Stände mit entsprechenden Versorgungsleitungen versorgen.Another application of the invention is that the functional modules are used to indicate, for example, escape directions or other directions. Thus, for example, the system according to the invention can also be used for signage, for example within a trade fair hall, and at the same time supply the stands with corresponding supply lines.
Bei allen Ausgestaltungen können Funktionsmodule vorgesehen sein, die das reine Abgreifen der einzelnen Teile des Versorgungsstranges ermöglichen, etwa um hieran weitere Elemente anzuschließen. So kann beispielsweise der Versorgungsstrang auch eine Wasserleitung umfassen, die das Abgreifen einer Frischwasserzufuhr, etwa an dem Messestand, ermöglicht. Auch reine Steckdosen oder Ähnliches können über diese Weise realisiert werden.In all embodiments, functional modules can be provided, which allow the pure tapping of the individual parts of the supply line, about to connect thereto further elements. Thus, for example, the supply line may also include a water pipe, which allows the tapping of a fresh water supply, such as at the exhibition stand. Even pure sockets or the like can be realized in this way.
Schließlich kann es möglich sein, dass die einzelnen Modulreihen über längere Strecken unterbrochen sind, wobei der Versorgungsstrang dann über eine flexible Leitung von einem ersten Modulreihenabschnitt zu einem zweiten Modulreihenabschnitt geführt wird. Eine Einsatzmöglichkeit für eine solche Ausgestaltung ist beispielsweise ein Weihnachtsmarkt, bei dem aneinandergrenzende Funktionsmodule innerhalb der einzelnen Häuschen angeordnet sind, während zwischen den Häuschen ein flexibler, überbrückender Schlauch den Versorgungsstrang schließt.Finally, it may be possible that the individual module rows are interrupted over longer distances, wherein the supply line is then guided via a flexible line from a first module row section to a second module row section. One possible use for such an embodiment is, for example, a Christmas market, in which adjacent functional modules are arranged within the individual houses, while between the houses a flexible, bridging hose closes the supply line.
Schließlich kann die oben beschriebene Steuerleitung oder auch der Versorgungsstrang ein Adressierungssystem aufweisen, über den beispielsweise einzelne Schalter der Funktionselemente adressierbar sind. Die Adressierung kann hier im Wesentlichen nach den Techniken der Netzwerktechnik erfolgen, insbesondere den TCP/IP-Protokoll gehorchen. Hier muss das Funktionselement natürlich über eine kleine Eigenlogik verfügen, die über das Adressierungssystem ansprechbar ist, so dass ein individueller Schalter oder eine Mehrzahl von Schaltern ansprechbar sind. Entsprechende elektrische Schaltungen, insbesondere Relais-Schaltungen ermöglichen dann das Schalten von Verbrauchern, die höhere Leistungen abrufen.Finally, the control line described above or else the supply line can have an addressing system via which, for example, individual switches of the functional elements can be addressed. The addressing can be done here essentially according to the techniques of network technology, in particular obey the TCP / IP protocol. Here, of course, the functional element must have a small intrinsic logic which can be addressed by the addressing system, so that an individual switch or a plurality of switches can be addressed. Corresponding electrical circuits, in particular relay circuits then enable the switching of consumers who call higher powers.
Die zuvor beschriebenen Ausführungsformen stellen lediglich Anwendungsbeispiele des erfindungsgemäßen Grundgedankens dar, dass multifunktionale Funktionsmodule genutzt werden, um gemeinsam mit einem Versorgungsstrang von dem sämtliche notwendigen Signale abgreifbar sind, eine größere Fläche mit Funktionen auszustatten. Der Versorgungsstrang ist hierbei entweder so gehalten, dass nur die im System gewünschten Funktionen möglich sind oder er weist auch sämtliche Funktionen auf, so dass Teile des Versorgungsstranges dann nicht benötigt werden, wenn nur einige Funktionen in die Module integriert sind.The embodiments described above are merely examples of application of the basic idea according to the invention that multifunctional functional modules are used in order, together with a supply strand from which all necessary signals can be tapped, to equip a larger area with functions. The supply line is here either held so that only the desired functions in the system are possible or he also points All functions on, so that parts of the supply are not required if only a few functions are integrated into the modules.
Weitere Merkmale und Vorteile der Erfindung ergeben sich aus den Unteransprüchen und aus der nachfolgenden Beschreibung bevorzugter Ausführungsbeispiele anhand der Zeichnungen.Further features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the subclaims and from the following description of preferred embodiments with reference to the drawings.
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Bei der hier dargestellten Ausführungsform des Funktionsmoduls 2 ist der Versorgungsstrang 6 (hier nicht dargestellt) in das Gehäuse 8 des Funktionsmoduls 2 integriert, das heißt, die Anschlussschnittstelle und die Ausgangsschnittstelle 3 sind Bestandteile des Gehäuses 8. Hierdurch können die Funktionsmodule 2 einfach und leicht zusammengesteckt werden. Da der Versorgungsstrang schon durch das Zusammenstecken der Funktionsmodule 2 verlängert bzw. geschlossen wird, kann so jedes Funktionsmodul 2 das oder die nachfolgenden Funktionsmodule 2 mit den für deren Funktion notwendigen Einspeisungen versorgen, selbst wenn eines der vorderen Funktionsmodule 2 innerhalb der Modulreihe 1 eine andere oder im Extremfall sogar gar keine Funktion aufweist.In the embodiment of the
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Die hier dargestellten Funktionselemente 2 werden kann zu einer Modulreihe 1 oder einem Netz von solchen Modulreihen 1 zusammengesteckt und könnten dann zwischen zwei oder mehr Befestigungspunkten freihängend montiert werden, sofern das Gehäuse 8 entsprechend biegesteif ausgebildet ist. Alternativ kommen Aufhängungen an einem oberen Trägerwerk als Modulreihenträger 9 in Betracht. Auch kann im Bereich der Modulreihe 1 eine Tragkonstruktion vorgesehen sein, an der die Funktionselemente befestigt sind. Dies kann zum Beispiel ein Stangengerüst oder ähnliches sein.The
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Die angezeigte Laufschrift kann zur Information zum Beispiel der Gäste über aktuelle Geschehnisse genutzt werden. Hier kann zum Beispiel der Inhalt eines RSS-Streams angezeigt werden, zum Beispiel mit den aktuellen Ergebnissen von Sportveranstaltungen. Auch festgespeicherte Werbeanzeigen oder die Anzeige von Sonderangeboten oder Veranstaltungshinweisen sind möglich, so dass dieses Funktionsmodul in vielfältiger Weise die Attraktivität des Modulsystems steigern kann. Zur Übermittlung der Laufschrift kann auch, sofern die entsprechenden Videosignale anderweitig erzeugt werden und an dem Modulanschluss 5 zum Anschließen der Modulreihe anliegen, ein Datenbus genutzt werden, der parallel zum Versorgungsstrang 6 verlaufen kann oder der in den Versorgungsstrang 6 integriert sein kann.The displayed marquee can be used to inform, for example, the guests about current events. Here, for example, the content of an RSS stream can be displayed, for example, with the current results of sports events. Stored advertisements or the display of special offers or event announcements are also possible, so that this function module can increase the attractiveness of the modular system in many ways. To transmit the marquee can, if the corresponding video signals are generated elsewhere and abut the
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Der Versorgungsstrang 6 ist mit der Ausgangschnittstelle 3 verbunden. Diese Ausgangsschnittstelle 3 dient zur Verbindung mit einer Anschlussschnittselle 7 des jeweiligen Funktionselementes 2. Wenn in diesem Zusammenhang von "einer" Ausgangsschnittstelle 3 gesprochen wird, bedeutet dies nicht, dass alle Versorgungsleitungen des Versorgungsstrangs 6 über einen in einem Gehäuse oder über eine Stecker-/Buchse-Kombination angeschlossen werden muss. Die Anschlussschnittstelle 3 kann sich vielmehr, wie auch die Ausgangsschnittstelle 7 über mehrere, auch räumlich voneinander getrennte Teilschnittstellen verteilen.The
Ein wesentlicher Aspekt einer Ausführungsform der Erfindung ist die Tatsache, dass das Gehäuse 8 eine bestimmte Länge aufweist, wobei der Modulreihenträger 9 derart ausgebildet ist und die Ausgangsschnittstelle derart angeordnet ist, dass die Anschlussschnittstelle 7 und die Ausgangsschnittselle 3 unmittelbar durch Zusammenstecken oder über ein Zwischenkabel miteinander verbindbar sind. Hierzu kann, sofern sie über ein in dem Modulreihenträger integriertes oder auch ein externes Kabel mit dem Versorgungsstrang verbunden ist, die Ausgangsschnittstelle 3 auch verschiebbar an dem Modulreihenträger angeordnet sein.An essential aspect of an embodiment of the invention is the fact that the
Von der Ausgangsschnittstelle 3 verläuft im gezeigten Ausführungsbeispiel ein Kabel zur Anschlussschnittstelle 7. Da hier das Funktionsmodul nur eine Funktion aufweist, sind zwar alle inneren Kabel vom Versorgungsstrang 6 zur Ausgangsschnittstelle 3 geführt, beschaltet ist dort allerdings, was hier nicht sichtbar ist, die Schnittstelle für das 4-adrige Anschlusskabel des Wärmestrahlers. Hierzu ist die Ausgangsschnittstelle 3 so ausgebildet, dass der eingesteckte Stecker des Kabels nur die Verbindung zu diesem Kabel herstellt, aber beispielsweise das oben rechts dargestellte Wasserversorgungssystem geschlossen bleibt. Die wird hier über eine nicht sichtbare, federbelastete Verschlussvorrichtung, die den Ausgang dieser Wasserversorgung im inaktiven Fall verschließt, realisiert.From the
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3 Ausgangsschnittstelle3 output interface
4 Versorgungsanschluss4 supply connection
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- A modular heating and lighting system with at least one module sequence (1), which is formed from at least two functional modules (2) arranged one behind another in a sequence, with functions that differ from one another, wherein the functional modules (2) are selected from the following type list: heating modules with at least one heat radiator delivering heat, lighting modules with at least one lighting element delivering light, acoustic radiation modules with at least one loudspeaker, display modules with at least one information surface with background illumination, or multi-functional modules with a combination of individual or all functions of the other functional modules (2), and wherein the module sequence (1) has a central power supply connection (4) and originating from this power supply connection the functional modules (2) are fed via supply lines with the inputs necessary for their functions, characterised in that, the power supply connection (4) is connected with a module connection (5) and a supply loom (6) extends along the module sequence (1), which supply loom has parallel to one another the supply lines for purposes of supplying all the functional modules (2) provided in the module sequence (1), wherein the supply loom (6) has output interfaces (3) for purposes of connecting the functional modules (2).
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with Claim 1, characterised in that, every output interface (3) enables a connection with all supply lines of the supply loom (6), so that every type of functional module (2) can be connected to every output interface (3).
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with one of the two preceding claims, characterised in that, the output interfaces (3), arranged either next to one another, or above one another, have a subsidiary interface for the connection of the different types of functional modules (2), wherein the functional modules (2) have in each case a connecting interface (7) that can be plugged into the subsidiary interface.
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with the preceding claim, characterised in that, the functional modules (2) have a housing (8), wherein the housing (8) can be connected directly or via a mounting support, either such that it cannot rotate, or in an articulated manner, with a wall or a module sequence support (9).
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with one of the preceding claims, characterised in that, the functional modules (2) of a module sequence (1) are connected one behind another, at least sectionally, and the supply loom (6) extends through the functional modules (2), wherein the functional modules (2) have a connecting interface (7) and an output interface (3), and independently of the type of functional module (2) all supply lines are looped through the functional module (2) from the connecting interface (7) to the output interface (3).
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with the two preceding claims, characterised in that, the housing (8) of the functional modules (2) has connection means, formed in particular from plugs and sockets, via which the functional modules (2) near to the housing (8) can be plugged together.
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with the preceding claim, characterised in that, the connecting interfaces (7) and the output interfaces (3) are designed as plug/socket pairings, wherein the plug/socket pairings are designed such that when plugging together two functional modules the particular connecting interface (7) and the nearby output interface (3) are connected.
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with the two preceding claims, characterised in that, the connection means are formed by the plug/socket pairing.
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with Claim 5, characterised in that, the module sequence (1) has at least two functional modules (2), whose connecting interface (7) and output interface (3) are connected with one another via an additional, in particular a flexible, bridging line.
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with one of the preceding claims, characterised in that, the type list, from which the functional modules (2) are selected, additionally comprises the functional modules (2): water module with at least one water spraying device and/or vaporising modules with at least one spraying element delivering nebulised water, and/or video play-back modules with a display for purposes of displaying images and/or playing back films or ticker text, and/or recording modules with at least one device got purposes of recording image, film or sound signals.
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with one of the preceding claims, characterised in that, the functional modules (2) have at least partially a switch, in particular in the form of a motion sensor, a heat detector, or a switch that can be switched remotely via remote control, via which the function of the functional module (2) can be switched off without any interruption to the supply loom (6).
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with one of the two preceding claims, characterised in that, the supply loom (6) has a control line, which interacts with the switch via an addressing system, processed in particular via the TCP/IP network protocol, wherein an external controller is provided, which is able to address the switch and to activate or deactivate the latter, via the control line and the addressing system.
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with one of the preceding claims, characterised in that, additional, linear or curved, passive spacers are provided, which can be connected between two or more functional modules (2), and in each case have a connecting interface (7) and at least one output interface (3) for purposes of looping through the supply loom (6).
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with one of the preceding claims, characterised in that, at least one functional element (2) has, for purposes of forming a functional junction, two or more output interfaces (3) for purposes of connecting further module sequences (1) or individual functional elements (2), wherein at the junction the supply loom (6) is divided into individual branches, and at each output interface all inputs provided by the supply loom (6) can be accessed.
- The modular heating and lighting system for purposes of constructing lighting and heating elements in accordance with one of the preceding claims, characterised in that, the functional elements (2) and/or the passive spacers can be altered in length.
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