EP-4742205-A1 - ESCAPE ROUTE AND ORIENTATION LIGHTING ( EMERGENCY LIGHTING ) THAT IS ACTIVATED WHEN A SMOKE DETECTOR IS ACTIVATED

Abstract

The invention relates to an escape route or orientation lighting system (“emergency lighting”) for use in a standard electrical outlet and/or with a rechargeable battery and batteries. The invention primarily relates to the field of private preventive fire protection. It complements the smoke detectors that are sometimes legally required. In private residential settings, escape route lighting is neither mandatory nor does this approach currently exist. In public buildings, however, escape route lighting is legally required and is inspected and approved by the fire department (fire protection concept). The invention activates itself completely independently and automatically through the alarm of any commercially available smoke detector that complies with the DIN EN 14604 standard. Installation is achieved by plugging it into an existing electrical outlet ( Fig. [02] ) or by activating a battery or rechargeable battery (Fig. [03] ). Ideally, the installation should take place in every room where a smoke detector is installed. Unlike existing emergency exit lighting systems for public buildings, this invention does not require installation by a specialist company or approval by the fire department, nor does it comply with any standards or regulations. It is a voluntary addition to preventive fire protection.

Inventors

• Nengelken, Nikolai
• von Löbbecke, Manuela

Assignees

• Nengelken, Nikolai
• von Löbbecke, Manuela

Dates

Publication Date

20260513

Application Date

20250915

Claims (12)

1. Emergency exit or orientation light with or without integrated battery for use in a standard electrical outlet, which is activated by triggering (alarming) one or more smoke detectors (by "recognizing" the warning tone)
2. Emergency exit or orientation light powered by one or more batteries or one or more rechargeable batteries for use independent of a power outlet. Activation is also triggered by one or more smoke detectors (by detecting the alarm tone).
3. Emergency exit or orientation light with socket, or preservation of the socket, which is activated by the triggering (alarming) of one or more smoke detectors (by "recognizing" the warning tone)
4. Emergency exit or orientation light with rotating function (alignment of the emergency exit marking) for use in a standard electrical socket, which is activated by triggering (alarming) one or more smoke detectors (by "recognizing" the warning tone)
5. Emergency exit or orientation light with digital display for use in a standard electrical outlet, which is activated by triggering (alarming) one or more smoke detectors (by "recognizing" the warning tone) Activation technology for all versions, individually or in any combination
6. with volume measurement (Volume sensor and/or microphone and/or microcontroller or similar technology)
7. with frequency height measurement (Volume sensor and/or microphone and/or microcontroller or similar technology)
8. due to failure of mains voltage/power supply (For versions designed to operate in a wall socket)
9. with warning buzzer
10. with continuous night light function
11. with "SmartHome" integration. Instead of "detecting" the warning tone of one or more smoke detectors, the light(s) are activated by an electronic, digital or other connection, integration or networking (for example, radio system, such as 868 MHz radio, Matter-over-Thread, WLAN or BLE with proprietary hub or similar technologies) with one or more smoke detectors.
12. with variable plug system (country-specific)

Description

Emergency lighting for escape routes and orientation lighting ("emergency lighting") for use in a standard electrical outlet and/or with a rechargeable battery or batteries, which is activated by the activation or triggering of one or more smoke detectors (or similar hazard detectors). DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Emergency lighting for escape routes and orientation lighting ("emergency lighting") designed for use with a standard wall socket and/or with rechargeable batteries or standard batteries, which is activated by the activation or triggering of one or more smoke detectors (or similar devices). Instead of operation via a wall socket, operation is only possible with one or more rechargeable batteries or one or more standard batteries. In this case, installation is possible regardless of the availability of a wall socket. The purpose is to provide visual orientation aids or self-activating emergency lighting in the event of a house fire, smoke development, power outage or similar unforeseen occurrences, primarily in the domestic sphere. Furthermore, emergency lights can be used as a voluntary addition to escape route markings in commercial, public or temporarily used areas. Since they are primarily intended for domestic (voluntary) use, or can be used as a voluntary supplement to existing emergency exit lighting, they do not have to meet any standards or legal requirements regarding the marking, luminosity, etc., of escape or rescue routes. Even without these requirements, they operate using high-performance LEDs. The following describes different versions , all of which are based on the same invention – an escape route or orientation lighting system as a supplement to existing installed commercially available smoke detectors. The inventions enable the simple and reliable marking of escape routes and options in smoky conditions. They differ significantly from existing commercial offerings for escape route, emergency, and orientation lighting. CONTINUED DESCRIPTION Fig. [01a] not activated When not activated, the emergency light is an inconspicuous white color (matching most electrical outlets). Colored versions or versions with decoration are possible. Fig. [01b] activated When the emergency light is activated, powerful LEDs emit a bright (green) light in the form of a directional arrow, another symbol, pictogram or letters. Fig. [02] ① The lamp's assembly consists of a mains plug in the country-specific version for insertion into the appropriate socket. Versions powered exclusively by batteries or accumulators do not include a mains plug. Instead, they feature a mounting plate for adhesive or screw mounting.2. The "housing" containing LEDs, microphone, microcontroller, charging controller, and other technical components sits on top of this. The basic shape can be square, round, or another form.③ Above this lies a so-called "diffuser disc," which ensures the even distribution of the light emitted by the LEDs. This "disc" can also be structurally integrated into the housing.④ The "motif disc" is visible from the front, made, for example, of clear plexiglass, acrylic glass, or a similar clear or frosted glass material. On the back is an opaque white print or coating from which the corresponding arrows, symbols, texts, or pictograms are cut out. Alternatively, the LEDs can also be placed directly on, in or behind the front panel. A button for activation and deactivation is located on the side or back of the housing. Fig. [03] The version for operation with battery(ies) or rechargeable battery for free mounting on a wall using a rear mounting and fastening plate (screwable, glueable or with magnets) differs essentially only in the absence of the plug. CONTINUED DESCRIPTION Fig. [04] One option is a round shape. Variations in different sizes, shapes, and formats are also possible. Fig. [05] and Fig. [06] The design of the version with a power outlet is identical in all construction points to the basic version for use in a power outlet, but retains the functionality of the power outlet. The integrated power outlet only changes the dimensions of the installation height and, under certain circumstances, the installation width and depth. Fig. [07] The rotatable version can have the same dimensions as the basic version, supplemented by a rotating element between the plug and the housing, or as a structural detail of the housing itself. This rotating element allows for individual adjustment of the escape route direction. The element locks into place at 45° or 90° angles. Fig. [08] The version with a power outlet and LED screen is fundamentally the same as the version that retains the power outlet. Instead of the components "housing" with LEDs, microphone, microcontroller, battery, etc., and diffuser and motif lens, a single unit is installed, the upper part of which is equipped with an LED screen. This can be integrated into an existing smart home architecture (e.g., a wireless system) (e.g., 868 MHz radio, matter