Abstract: A luminaire system comprising: a light module with at least one light source; a first peripheral interface device and a second peripheral interface device; a first interface configured to receive first signals from the first peripheral interface device using a first protocol; a second interface configured to send second signals to the second peripheral interface device using a second protocol; wherein the first protocol and the second protocol are different; a transfer module configured to transfer first data content included in a first input signal received at the first interface and/or first processed data based on said first data content, to the second interface; a control means configured to control the signaling between the first interface, the transfer module and the second interface.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to luminaire networks with sensors. One example luminaire network includes a plurality of luminaires and a central unit that includes a central communication unit. The plurality of luminaires includes a communication unit configured to make it possible for the luminaires to communicate with each other and/or with the central communication unit. The plurality of luminaires also includes a control unit configured to control the luminaire as well as the communication unit. The central unit is configured to have access to information about the location of the luminaires. At least one of the plurality of luminaires in the luminaire network further includes at least one sensor which can sense information relating to the environment. The communication unit of the luminaire is configured to send messages relating to the sensed information to the central communication unit and/or to at least one other luminaire including a communication unit.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to luminaire network management methods. One embodiment includes a method of performing management in a luminaire network that includes a plurality of luminaires and a control system. Each luminaire of the plurality of luminaires is configured to operate in accordance with at least one profile which defines one or more settings of the luminaire in function of time. The method includes retrieving, by the control system, a position of one or more luminaires of the plurality of luminaires from a luminaire network database. The method also includes, based on the retrieved position, selecting, by the control system, an infrastructure use and/or feature from an infrastructure database. The infrastructure database stores a plurality of different infrastructure uses and/or features. Additionally, the method includes determining, by the control system for each of the one or more luminaires, at least one profile based on the selected infrastructure use and/or feature.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to tiltable luminaire joints. One example tiltable joint for a luminaire includes a first joint portion that includes a joint member provided with an outer cylindrical surface section having an axis and opposing bearings aligned with said axis. The outer cylindrical surface section being provided with a first plurality of interengaging surfaces. The tiltable joint also includes a second joint portion that includes a joint housing provided with a pair of axially-aligned receiving surfaces, and an inner cylindrical surface provided with a second plurality of interengaging surfaces configured to interengage the first plurality of interengaging surface. The joint member of the first joint portion is configured for being housed within the joint housing of the second joint portion. Further, the tiltable joint includes first and second shaft portions that extend in alignment with the pair of axially-aligned bearings. Additionally, the tiltable joint includes a fixation means.

Abstract: A luminaire driver system comprising: a driver (200) having a driver housing (250) with output connections (202) for connection to at least one light source (110); wherein the driver comprises a driver circuitry (210) arranged in said driver housing, said driver circuitry being configured to perform a driving functionality of the at least one light source (110); wherein said driver housing is provided with a receiving means (260) for receiving a pluggable surge protection module (300); the surge protection module (300) comprising surge protection circuitry (310), wherein the surge protection module and/or the receiving means are configured such that the surge protection circuitry is connectable to a power supply and such that the surge protection circuitry is electrically connected to the driver circuitry, when the surge protection module is received in the receiving means.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to luminaire network systems. One example luminaire network system includes one or more luminaires. A luminaire of the one or more luminaires is provided with a luminaire controller and a storage device configured to store messages to be transmitted in a queue. The luminaire controller is configured to associate a message in the queue with an indication of a time before which the message needs to be transmitted. The luminaire controller is also configured to check whether the indication of at least one message of a plurality of messages in the queue indicates that the at least one message has to be transmitted. Additionally, the luminaire controller is configured to transmit the plurality of messages in the queue, when a result of the checking is that the at least one message has to be transmitted.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to luminaire heads with removable caps. One example luminaire head includes a housing having a cap opening. The luminaire head also includes a removable cap for closing the cap opening of the housing. The removable cap has an inner side and an outer side. Additionally, the luminaire head includes one or more connectors provided to the inner side of the removable cap for connecting at least a first wiring to a second internal wiring of the luminaire head.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to luminaire assemblies with reduced light pollution. One embodiment includes a luminaire assembly that includes a light source. The luminaire assembly also includes a support for carrying the light source. Additionally, the luminaire assembly includes a protector for protecting the light source from external environmental influences. The protector has an open top for accommodating the support, a bottom facing the light source, and a peripheral wall between the open top and the bottom. The peripheral wall includes a transparent or translucent portion. The light source is configured to send light in use through the portion of the peripheral wall. The protector is provided with a light absorbing surface arranged inside of the protector and facing the light source. The light absorbing surface is configured such that in use part of the light emitted from the light source is absorbed by the light absorbing surface.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to connection modules for luminaires. One example connection module for a luminaire with a light module includes a support. The connection module also includes a surge protection circuitry arranged on the support. Additionally, the connection module includes a first and second supply terminal for connection to a power supply. The first and second supply terminal are connected to the surge protection circuitry. Further, the connection module includes a first and second load terminal for connection to a drive means of the light module. The first and second load terminal are connected to the surge protection circuitry. In addition, the connection module includes at least a first and second control terminal. A connection line for electrically connecting the first and second control terminals is arranged on the support.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to managing a network that includes multiple communication devices. One example set of devices adapted to form a local network includes at least one first communication device and at least one second communication device. Both the first and the second communication devices include a first communication module to communicate in the local network. The first communication device includes a second communication module. Both the first communication device and the second communication device are adapted to be operationally connected to a power cutoff detection module. The first communication device includes a first energy storage module and is configured to operate in a first power cutoff mode when the power cutoff detection module detects a power cutoff. The second communication device includes a second energy storage module and is configured to operate in a second power cutoff mode when the power cutoff detection module detects a power cutoff.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to methods for assembling optical modules of a luminaire and optical assembly. One example method includes providing a frame with at least one opening. The method also includes providing a plurality of optical modules to the frame, each optical module of the plurality of optical modules being provided to an opening of the at least one opening. Additionally, the method includes providing a support means to each of the plurality of optical modules and/or to each of the at least one opening. Further, the method includes assembling the plurality of optical modules to the frame by plastically reshaping a material portion in contact with the frame and the optical module. When the optical module is assembled to the frame, a first bottom surface of the optical module is substantially at a same level as a second bottom surface of the frame.

Abstract: The invention relates to a luminaire network, comprising a plurality of luminaires comprising a lighting apparatus, wherein a plurality of the luminaires comprise a communication unit configured to enable communication of data between said plurality of luminaires and/or with a central unit; a processing unit; a control unit configured to control the lighting apparatus as well as the communication and processing units and at least one first sensor configured to output first sensed data. The processing unit of the luminaire is configured to process the first sensed data to produce first processed data, and the luminaire network is further configured such that the first processed data of at least two luminaires is further processed to produce second processed data. The invention further relates to a method of processing sensor data in a luminaire network.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to methods and systems for performing management of a luminaire network. One example embodiment includes a method of performing management in a luminaire network that includes a plurality of luminaires and a control system. Each luminaire of the plurality of luminaires is configured to operate in accordance with at least one profile which defines one or more settings of the luminaire in function of time. The method includes retrieving, by the control system, traffic data from at least one traffic database, preferably vehicle and/or pedestrian traffic data. The method also includes retrieving, by the control system, weather data. Additionally, the method includes predicting, by the control system, for each luminaire motion related conditions for a future period of time based on the retrieved traffic data and the retrieved weather data, preferably motion related conditions influencing the motion behavior of vehicles and/or pedestrians circulating in the vicinity.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to light emitting devices with adaptable glare classes. One example light emitting device includes a carrier. The light emitting device also includes a plurality of light sources disposed on the carrier. Additionally, the light emitting device includes a plurality of lenses disposed on the carrier and covering the plurality of light sources. Each lens of the plurality of lenses includes a lens portion and a base portion surrounding said lens portion. Further, the light emitting device includes a light shielding structure including a plurality of reflective barriers, each having an outer surface and a first reflective inner surface. The outer surface is oriented such that a portion of the light rays emitted by a first light source of the plurality of light sources is transmitted through a first lens of the plurality of lenses and through a first portion of the outer surface.

Abstract: A plurality of interconnectable modules includes an electronic module and a first optical module. The first optical module includes a tray with a bottom surface and a side surface, a LED array provided on a printed circuit board disposed on the bottom surface, and an at least partially light-transmitting optical cover closing the tray. The electronic module includes a housing with a bottom wall and a sidewall, a LED driver circuitry for driving the LED array of the printed circuit board, and a door closing the housing. The side surface includes a first electrical connector and a first mechanical connector and the sidewall includes a second electrical connector and a second mechanical connector. The first and second electrical connectors are cooperating to electrically interconnect the electronic module to the first optical module, while the first and second mechanical connectors cooperate to mechanically secure them together.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to systems and methods for driving and controlling light sources. One embodiment includes a luminaire system. The luminaire system includes a support that includes a plurality of first light sources and a plurality of second light sources. The luminaire system also includes one or more first optical elements associated with the plurality of first light sources. Further, the luminaire system includes one or more second optical elements associated with the plurality of second light sources. Additionally, the luminaire system includes a drive and control means configured to drive and control the plurality of first light sources according to a first profile and the plurality of second light sources according to a second profile different from the first profile. The first profile defines a first drive output as a function of time and the second profile defines a second drive output as a function of time.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to light emitter devices with adaptable glare classes. One example light emitting device includes a carrier. The light emitting device also includes a plurality of light sources disposed on the carrier. Additionally, the light emitting device includes a lens plate disposed on the carrier. The lens plate includes a flat portion and a plurality of lenses covering the plurality of light sources. Further, the light emitting device includes a light shielding structure mounted on said lens plate. The light shielding structure includes a plurality of closed reflective barrier walls, each having an interior bottom edge disposed on the flat portion, an interior top edge at a height above the flat portion, and a reflective surface connecting the interior bottom edge and the interior top edge and surrounding one or more associated lenses of the plurality of lenses. The height is at least 2 mm.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to methods and devices for notification with improved reliability. One embodiment includes a method for providing notifications by a client device to a server device. The method includes performing, by the client device, a series of steps. The steps include receiving, for at least one variable to be monitored by the client device, one or more predefined configuration parameters. The steps also include setting or modifying a configuration of the client device to notify values for the at least one variable in accordance with the received one or more predefined configuration parameters. Further, the steps include, based on the set or modified configuration of the client device, notifying one or more values for the at least one variable to the server device.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to a communication device. One example communication device includes a communication module, an energy storage module, a power cutoff detection module, a processor, and a memory. The communication device is adapted to connect to a power grid for receiving power. The processor is adapted to operate the communication device in a normal mode when connected to the power grid. The power cutoff detection module is adapted to signal to the processor a cutoff from the power grid. The processor is adapted to operate the communication device in power cutoff mode using energy in the energy storage module after receipt of the signal of the power cutoff detection module. The processor is adapted, in power cutoff mode, to determine an amount of energy in the energy storage module and to store a value indicative of the amount in the memory.

Abstract: Example embodiments relate to luminaire head assemblies with brackets. One example luminaire head assembly includes a housing provided with a socket assembly. The luminaire head assembly also includes a light source arranged in the housing. Additionally, the luminaire head assembly includes a bracket releasably attached to the housing. The bracket is configured to fix the housing to a pole. The bracket has a first end for connection to a pole or pole connector and a second end attached to the housing. The bracket is provided with a through-hole at the second end. The socket assembly extends at least partially in the through-hole.