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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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19-01-2012 дата публикации

Illumination panel

Номер: US20120011754A1
Автор: John Matyear
Принадлежит: PIXALUX INNOVATIONS PTY LTD

An illumination panel comprising a transparent core having opposing surfaces, a matrix of light releasing dots substantially covering one surface, and a protective layer in abutting contact with said surface whereby the dots act as an adhesive bonding the core to the protective layer.

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16-02-2012 дата публикации

Echo light complex

Номер: US20120038836A1
Автор: Babak Taherloo
Принадлежит: Individual

The invention Echo Light Complex relates to broadcasting media content to passengers, of vessels or tools for transport. The term vessel will throughout this document and henceforth, be used as a general term for any tool, machine, vehicle, train, vessel, ship, aircraft, and any utility used for transport, whether it be on ground, on water or in air, whether it be with passengers or without. The invention Echo Light Complex broadcast media content to passengers of vessels by displaying visual media content on the surroundings of the tool for transport or vessel, with the help of projectors so that it can be viewed from inside the transport tool by the passengers. Meanwhile an audio signal is wirelessly transmitted, to enable the passengers to receive the audio content associated with the visual media being displayed. Units and components of the invention which is to be placed outside the vessel, will be protected by a cabinet, which allows the electronic and electrical components to work outside in the open air. The invention has many features which allows the passengers, transport tool operators, and the broadcasters of the media to have most possible usability and functionality regarding the use, update, maintenance and personalization of the invention for the benefit and best use of them all.

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08-03-2012 дата публикации

Lighting device

Номер: US20120055056A1
Автор: Michael Roger Olson
Принадлежит: Individual

A lighting device configured for projecting a unique lighting to illuminate letters, figures and shapes displayed on the top of the device is disclosed. The letter and figures are interchangeable and maybe customized to individual tastes and interests. The lighting device comprises a chamber containing a light source and a plurality of reflector strips disposed in the inner portion of the chamber. The letters and figures are inserted into a longitudinal aperture at the top of the chamber and snapped onto a lip that protrudes from an aperture wall. An inclined reflector strip comprising of a plurality of flat portions and angled portions directs the light toward the bottom and sides of the letters and figures that permeates through the substantially transparent material the letters and figures comprise to produce the unique lighting effect. Alternatively, angled reflector tabs are used in lieu of the inclined reflector strip.

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15-03-2012 дата публикации

Train-mounted content delivery system and method of displaying train content information

Номер: US20120066713A1
Принадлежит: Mitsubishi Electric Corp

A train-mounted content delivery system includes a video information delivery apparatus that performs delivery control for advertisement/guidance image content and a display control apparatus that stores service image content generated based on train information from a train information apparatus, accumulates advertisement/guidance image content delivered from the video information delivery apparatus, and controls, based on a display schedule created by the video information delivery apparatus, display of a service image and an advertisement/guidance image that should be displayed on displays. The video information delivery apparatus includes a service image scheduler that manages the service image content and an advertisement/guidance image scheduler that manages the advertisement/guidance image content. Switching from the service image to the advertisement/guidance image or switching from the advertisement/guidance image to the service image in the displays is executed according to the control by the service image scheduler.

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29-03-2012 дата публикации

Display system and display apparatus

Номер: US20120075112A1
Автор: Goran Sundholm
Принадлежит: MARIMILS OY

Display system for guiding, advising or evacuating, in which system people are guided, advised or warned with display means, such as with display apparatuses, which display apparatuses comprise information, such as images or signs. The display apparatus ( 1 ) comprises a display panel ( 2 ), which is an e-paper display, such as an electrophoretic display panel or a display panel of that type, for which a lighting arrangement is arranged, which lighting arrangement comprises a light source ( 3 ) and a photoconductor layer ( 4 ) arranged on the display surface of the display panel or in front of it, which photoconductor layer is fitted to conduct the light of the light source to the display surface of the display panel. The invention also relates to a display apparatus.

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03-05-2012 дата публикации

Wrap preventing flag apparatus

Номер: US20120103246A1
Автор: Louis Horvath
Принадлежит: Individual

A wrap preventing flag ( 44 ) apparatus including a rod ( 58 ) extending from the upper portion ( 22 ) of a flagpole ( 20 ) in a gravity plane (P) with an attachment ( 60, 62 ) securing the top edge ( 46 ) of a flag ( 44 ) to the rod ( 58 ). A rod support ( 84 ) inter-connects the rod ( 58 ) and the upper portion ( 22 ) of the flagpole ( 20 ) for preventing the rod ( 58 ) from rotating about the pole axis (A) while allowing free rotation of the rod ( 58 ) under the force of gravity only in the gravity plane (P). The rod support ( 84 ) includes a pair of stops ( 94 ) for limiting rotation of the rod ( 58 ) in or parallel to the gravity plane (P). In the first embodiment, the rod support ( 84 ) extends into an especially fabricated flagpole ( 20 ) whereas the rod support ( 84 ) of the second embodiment includes a first bracket ( 96 ) which is disposed about an existing flagpole ( 20 ) for securing the rod support ( 84 ) to the flagpole ( 20 ).

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06-09-2012 дата публикации

Illuminated vehicular sign

Номер: US20120224383A1
Автор: MICHAEL SHIPMAN
Принадлежит: Individual

An illuminated vehicular sign is provided including a vehicle and luminescent planar sheet. The luminescent planar sheet is constructed to provide illuminated alpha-numeric characters which are mounted to the horizontal planar surfaces of a vehicle. The alpha-numeric characters are mounted substantially horizontally so as to be seen from the air such as by helicopters or planes.

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13-09-2012 дата публикации

Electronic equipment provided with display portion

Номер: US20120230052A1
Принадлежит: Omron Corp

An LCD indicator unit contains an LCD indicator with a display portion that includes set temperature and current temperature display portions, a diffusion sheet disposed on the rear surface side of the LCD indicator, a reflective frame body disposed on the rear surface side of the diffusion sheet, a light guide plate disposed on the rear surface side of the reflective frame body such that an outer peripheral portion thereof is covered with the reflective frame body, and an LCD indicator control substrate disposed on the rear surface side of the light guide plate, with LEDs serving as light sources for the LCD indicator mounted on a right-side outer peripheral portion on the front surface side of the LCD indicator control substrate. Light emitted from the LEDs is caused to enter a side wall surface portion of the light guide plate to irradiate the display portion of the LCD indicator.

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11-10-2012 дата публикации

Identification display method and system

Номер: US20120256757A1
Принадлежит: International Business Machines Corp

A message presentation method and system is disclosed. The method includes receiving by a computer processor of an electrical device, data associated with a function of the electrical device. The electrical device comprises light emitting devices. The computer processor generates an identification code identifying the function, a first bit signal associated with a first bit of the identification code, and a second bit signal associated with a second bit of the identification code. The computer processor transmits the first bit signal to a first light emitting device. The first bit signal results in the first light emitting device indicating the first bit signal as a first illuminated color.

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10-01-2013 дата публикации

Led assembly for a signage illumination

Номер: US20130010468A1
Принадлежит: ZON LED LLC

An LED light source assembly for signage illumination includes one or more planar LED arrays located with respect to a light spreading system for uniformly distributing light onto a viewing surface. The light spreading system includes a plurality of reflectors in combination with a transverse deflector disposed directly above and in the light emanating path of a planar LED array. The transverse deflector is oriented angularly and projects at least a portion of light onto a lateral reflector of the light spreading system. In one embodiment, a heat dissipation fixture is supported external to a housing assembly for improved heat management. The LED arrays and the plurality of reflectors and transverse deflectors are affixed directly to the heat dissipation fixture.

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07-02-2013 дата публикации

Energy efficient sign

Номер: US20130033875A1
Принадлежит: 3M Innovative Properties Co

A light directing composite film includes a planar top major surface, a planar bottom major surface, a plurality of lenticular lens elements disposed between the top major surface and the bottom major surface, and a plurality of light reflection regions and light transmission regions disposed between the plurality of lenticular lens and the planar bottom major surface.

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18-04-2013 дата публикации

Backlight unit and display device having the same

Номер: US20130094246A1
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

A backlight unit, a display module and a display device capable of effectively distributing heat inside, the display device including a display panel, a bottom sash disposed at a rear side of the display panel, a plurality of light emitting diodes (LEDs) configured to provide the display panel with light, at least one printed circuit board (PCB) which is disposed at an edge of a front surface of the bottom sash and on which the plurality of LEDs are mounted, and at least one heat radiation sheet mounted on the bottom sash to distribute heat emitted from the plurality of LEDs.

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25-04-2013 дата публикации

Light directing film

Номер: US20130100647A1
Принадлежит: 3M Innovative Properties Co

A light directing film includes a back major surface having light reflection regions and light transmission regions and being planar, and a front major surface opposing the back surface. The front surface is planar and a plurality of lenses is disposed between the front surface and the back surface. At least selected light transmission regions are registered with selected lens elements. A method for forming the light directing film and illuminated signs utilizing the light directing films are also described.

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02-05-2013 дата публикации

Edge illuminable wayfinder

Номер: US20130107566A1
Автор: David E. Patterson
Принадлежит: Insight Lighting Inc a New Mexico Corp

The specification and drawing figures describe and show an edge illuminable wayfinder that includes a an illuminable graphic sandwich operatively connectable to a sealed light-emitting diode platform that are enclosed in a housing.

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16-05-2013 дата публикации

Stack arrangement comprising a lighting unit in between a support and a support cover

Номер: US20130120975A1
Принадлежит: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS NV

The invention provides a stack arrangement ( 100 ) comprising a support ( 30 ) and a support cover ( 20 ). The support cover ( 20 ) may be wall paper, and carpet, PVC flooring, linoleum flooring and plaster. At a position ( 1 ) between the support ( 30 ) and the support cover ( 20 ) a lighting unit ( 10 ) is configured to provide light ( 15 ) through the support cover ( 20 ). The support cover ( 20 ) and the support ( 30 ) are adhesively bonded to each other. The lighting unit ( 10 ) is releasably bonded to at least one of the support ( 30 ) and the support cover ( 20 ) via a release liner unit ( 40 ). The release liner unit ( 40 ) comprises a release liner ( 141 ) for releasable binding.

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

Warning triangle for a motor vehicle

Номер: US20130152437A1
Автор: Chee Jia Chang, Kok Eng Ng
Принадлежит: OSRAM Opto Semiconductors GmbH

A warning triangle for a motor vehicle includes at least one light-emitting diode, which emits light when in operation, and a light guide, which guides light emitted by the light-emitting diode to a front portion of the warning triangle and to a back portion of the warning triangle.

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

Banner bracket

Номер: US20130187018A1
Принадлежит: SMAKDAPP Inc

A bracket assembly for holding an article has a base having a rod receiving section that receives a rod assembly including a rod to which an article can be hung. The rod receiving section includes a hollow housing in which a spring and actuator are disposed. A sidewall of the housing has an opening including opposed slots that extend upwardly and away from each other from a junction where lower ends of the slots meet. An inner section of the rod assembly extends through the opening in the sidewall of the housing and is secured to the actuator. Upon the rod deflecting in response to wind loading of the article, the inner section of the rod assembly moves upwardly in one of the slots and translates the actuator upwardly compressing the spring. The compressed spring urges the actuator downwardly to return the actuator to a neutral position.

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01-08-2013 дата публикации

System for personalizing items

Номер: US20130192031A1
Принадлежит: Individual

One example embodiment includes a system for personalizing items. The system includes a body. The system also includes a hole, wherein the hole passes completely through at least a portion of the body.

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28-11-2013 дата публикации

Curved dead front display

Номер: US20130314900A1
Принадлежит: Conopco Inc

A curved dead front display assembly is provided which includes a first plastic layer, a transparent structural plastic layer, a mask layer with light transparent windows defining at least one graphic, a baffle layer having light transmitting hollow chambers, and a printed circuit board featuring light emitting diodes and electrical signal connections. The curved geometry achieves a sharp graphic image by electrically adjusting energy to each of the LEDs.

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05-12-2013 дата публикации

Glowing Frame for a Hazardous Warning Placard

Номер: US20130318843A1
Автор: Pat D. Nimtz
Принадлежит: Individual

A glowing frame for a hazardous material placard is an apparatus used to illuminate the hazardous material placard during the night or dangerous weather conditions. The apparatus is attached to a vehicle carrying hazardous material and includes a frame, a plurality of light emitting diode (LED) strips, a drain hole, a pair of wires, and a disconnection mechanism. The hazardous material placard and the LED strips are situated in between a front portion and a back portion of the frame. The drain hole allows moisture to be released from within the frame. The pair of wires is used to complete a circuit between the LED strips and the vehicle's side-marker or tail light system. The disconnection mechanism activates the LED strips and locks the placard in place. In addition, the disconnection mechanism deactivates the LED strips and releases the placard from the frame.

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01-01-2015 дата публикации

Combination Mounting and Storing Device for a Vehicle Safety Flag

Номер: US20150000587A1
Автор: Chaney Jeffery Jay
Принадлежит:

Disclosed is a combination mounting and storing device for a vehicle safety flag that is used to mark an oversized load. The device includes a hollow cylindrical housing having an interior volume and a bobbin disposed therein. The bobbin includes a reel that is adapted to retract and extend an elongated cord that is attached to the vehicle safety flag. The device further includes a magnet that allows a user to removably mount the device onto the inside of a truck bed or trunk. When the device is in use, the cord is extended outward so as to allow a user to secure the safety flag onto the extreme rear of the projecting load. The device can be mounted to the rear of the vehicle when transporting an oversized load and can be easily stored in a glove compartment when it is not in use. 1. A combination mounting and storing device for a vehicle safety flag , comprising:a cylindrical housing having a hollow interior, a lateral surface, an open top end, and an open bottom end;said housing lateral surface having an opening;a top cap attached to said top end;a bottom cap attached to said bottom end;said hollow interior having a rotatable bobbin with a reel;an elongated cord having a first terminal end and a second terminal end;said first terminal end attached to said reel;said second terminal end attached to a flag;wherein said reel is adapted to retract and extend said elongated cord;a flag connected to said second terminal end of said elongated cord.2. The combination mounting and storing device of claim 1 , wherein each of said top cap and said bottom cap comprises:an upstanding wall extending vertically;a flange disposed around an upper perimeter of said upstanding wall.3. The combination mounting and storing device of claim 2 , wherein each of said top cap and said bottom cap comprises a planar exterior surface having a centralized aperture;wherein said reel comprises a first end and a second end;said reel extending between said aperture of said top cap and said aperture ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

Illuminated vehicle emblem

Номер: US20190001901A1
Принадлежит: Honda Motor Co Ltd

An electroluminescent vehicle emblem and a method for illuminating a vehicle emblem includes a base layer, a cover layer, and an electroluminescent light source, which can be one or two electroluminescent assemblies. When the electroluminescent light source is not activated, the cover layer has an opaque appearance. When the electroluminescent light source is activated, light emitted from the electroluminescent light source is transmitted through the cover layer and emitted from a front of the vehicle emblem. Light is also emitted from a back of the vehicle emblem that is opposite from the front of the vehicle emblem to provide back lighting to the vehicle emblem.

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

Integrated Aircraft Signage, Lighting, and Display System

Номер: US20200002024A1
Принадлежит:

An integrated aircraft lighting and display panel includes high-density arrays of micro-scale light-emitting diodes (LED) set into arrays (e.g., linear, two-dimensional, freeform) to form tiles, the LED tiles combined and interconnected to form LED panels conformable to any interior surface within an aircraft cabin. The PCB and LED arrays may be set into structural layers corresponding to overhead panels, side panels, bin panels, divider panels, doorway panels, galley and monument panels, or other interior structural panels of the aircraft. The LED arrays may be activated by an onboard video processor and local panel-level controllers to provide cabin lighting, indicate aircraft signage, display high-resolution image or video graphics, or simultaneously blend any combination thereof, either on command or in response to detected conditions. 1. An integrated aircraft signage , lighting , and display system , comprising: at least one video processor configured to a) generate streaming image content and b) retrieve stored streaming image content from at least one data storage unit in communication with the video processor;', 'and', 'at least one sender card configured to generate a video signal by encoding the streaming image content;, 'at least one video processing unit (VPU) coupled to a power supply of an aircraft and in communication with at least one of a master controller of the aircraft, a network of the aircraft, and a data interface of the aircraft, the VPU comprising a driver unit including at least one control processor configured to a) receive at least a portion of the encoded video signal and b) generate control input based on the received portion; and', 'at least one panel interface coupled to the power supply and to the control processor, the panel interface configured to supply at least one of operating power and the control input to at least one light emitting diode (LED) panel in communication with the PCU;, 'one or more panel control units (PCU) in ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MAKING AN ELECTROLUMINESCENT MARKING ON AN EXTERIOR WALL OF AN AIRCRAFT, MARKING TAPE COMPRISING THE ELECTROLUMINESCENT MARKING, AND AIRCRAFT COMPRISING THE ELECTROLUMINESCENT MARKING

Номер: US20180002033A1
Принадлежит:

A method for making an electroluminescent marking on an exterior wall of an aircraft, including a step of superpositioning of layers designed or configured to produce the electroluminescent marking on a first face of a flexible backing distinct from the aircraft to obtain a marking tape and a step of affixing the marking tape to the exterior wall of the aircraft. The disclosure herein also concerns a marking tape for the implementing of the method, a marking device obtained from the method, and an aircraft comprising the marking device. 1. A method for making an electroluminescent marking on an exterior wall of an aircraft , the exterior wall comprising a panel with an exterior face and an interior face and being bounded by an edge , the method comprising:superpositioning layers configured to produce the electroluminescent marking on a first face of a flexible backing distinct from the aircraft to obtain a marking tape;affixing the marking tape to the exterior wall of the aircraft; andaffixing at least one connection tape to the exterior face of the panel as far as the edge of the panel to connect the electroluminescent marking to an electrical control and power supply system positioned inside the aircraft.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the connection tape extends on the exterior face of the panel from the marking tape to the edge of the panel and on the interior face of the panel from the edge to a point which is offset relative to the edge.3. The method as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the marking tape comprises a second adhesive face configured to be pasted against the exterior wall and the method comprises depositing a protection film against the second adhesive face and removing the protection film prior to the affixing.4. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the marking tape comprises a second adhesive face configured to be pasted against the exterior wall and the method comprises depositing a protection film against the second adhesive ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

FRONT ACCESS BATTERY COMPARTMENT

Номер: US20210003262A1
Принадлежит:

An emergency lighting device includes a housing containing a high voltage connection. A light emitter is connected to the housing. A compartment in the housing having an opening is separated from the high voltage connection. A battery is positioned in the compartment and accessible through the opening. 1. An emergency lighting device comprising:a housing having a top wall, a bottom wall, and a pair of side walls at least partially defining an interior compartment;a first adjustable light assembly connected to the housing;a second adjustable light assembly connected to the housing;a battery compartment positioned in the housing;a rechargeable battery positioned in the battery compartment;a charging circuit positioned in the housing;a conductor extending into the battery compartment to electrically connect the rechargeable battery to the charging circuit.2. The emergency lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the rechargeable battery provides auxiliary power to the first and second light emitters.3. The emergency lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the first and second light emitters are pivotally connected to the housing.4. The emergency lighting device of claim 1 , further comprising a strap for retaining the rechargeable battery in the battery compartment.5. The emergency lighting device of claim 1 , wherein a threaded fastener secures the door to the housing.6. The emergency lighting device of claim 1 , wherein a user accessing the battery compartment is isolated from directly or indirectly contacting all high voltage components.7. The emergency lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the conductor is connected to the battery by a wire harness.8. The emergency lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the battery compartment includes a compartment top wall claim 1 , a compartment bottom wall claim 1 , a compartment side wall claim 1 , and a compartment back wall.9. The emergency lighting device of claim 8 , wherein at least one of the compartment top wall claim 8 , ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

Illumination Display Platforms & Related Methods

Номер: US20210005117A1
Автор: Tan Christian
Принадлежит: Tectonics Industries, LLC

An illumination display platform is provided. The platform includes an illumination source, like an LED strip, that provides lighting effects in connection with an art element and a panel system when the art element and panel system are in electrical and magnetic communication with one another. The illumination display platform permits tool-free assembly and disassembly. 120-. (canceled)21. An illumination display platform , comprising:a) an art element having an outward-facing surface and an inward-facing surface;b) an illumination source attached directly or indirectly to the inward-facing surface of the art element; and wherein at least one of the art element or the panel system includes a magnetic member and at least the other of the art element or the panel system includes an electrically conductive material that is magnetically removably attachable to the magnetic member; and', 'wherein a magnetic connection between the art element and the panel system are also at least a portion of a closed electrical circuit including the illumination source which emits light in a direction away from the inward-facing surface of the art element and generally toward the panel system when power is supplied to the illumination display platform., 'c) a panel system;'}22. The illumination display platform of claim 21 , wherein the illumination source comprises at least one of LED lights claim 21 , halogen lights claim 21 , or incandescent lights.23. The illumination display platform of claim 21 , further comprising a stand-off member between the art element and an outward-facing surface of the panel system claim 21 , the stand-off member having a length such that the distance between the art element and the illumination source create a backlight effect to the art element.24. The illumination display platform of claim 21 , further comprising a stand-off member between the art element and an outward-facing surface of the panel system claim 21 , the stand-off member having ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

WIND ADJUSTABLE FLAG POLE

Номер: US20210005119A1
Автор: Roy Larry
Принадлежит:

A flag pole for rotating during windy climate and thus preventing a flag from being tangled and/or wrapped around the flag pole. The flag pole has a plurality of sections, each of which has a first end and a second end. Each of the first ends of the plurality of sections being an insertion end and each of the second ends of the plurality of sections being a receiving end. A truck has a top and a first end and the first end of the truck is a receiving end. A base coupling the flag pole to a surface. The base has a coupler and a plate. The first end of the truck is coupled to the first end of a first of the plurality of sections. The first end of a second of the plurality of sections is coupled to the second end of the first of the plurality of sections. The second end of the second of the plurality of sections is coupled to the first end of a third section of the plurality of sections. At least one of the first end of the second of the plurality of sections and the first end of the third of the plurality of sections having at least one ball bearing. 1. A flag pole for rotating during windy climate , comprising:a plurality of sections, each of the plurality of sections having a first end and a second end, wherein each of the first ends of the plurality of sections being an insertion end and wherein each of the second ends of the plurality of sections being a receiving end;a truck, the truck having a top and a first end, wherein the first end of the truck being a receiving end;a base, the base for coupling to a surface, wherein the base having a coupler and a plate;the first end of the truck coupled to the first end of a first of the plurality of sections;the first end of a second of the plurality of sections being coupled to the second end of the first of the plurality of sections;the second end of the second of the plurality of sections being coupled to the first end of a third section of the plurality of sections; andwherein at least one of the first end of the ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

Illuminating display window and merchandiser display unit comprising same

Номер: US20210005121A1
Принадлежит: True Manufacturing Co Inc

An illuminating display window has a window pane and a graphic element including fluorescent material. The graphic element has a major surface facing forward and a perimeter surface extending transverse to the major surface. An electromagnetic radiation source is configured to emit electromagnetic radiation to the perimeter surface of the graphic element. The radiation includes electromagnetic radiation having a wavelength in a non-visible spectrum. The graphic element fluoresces in response to the non-visible radiation to transmit visible light to an observer in front of the window pane. To form the graphic element, fluorescent ink can be deposited on a panel in a predefined pattern or a fluorescent panel could be shaped to have a predefined shape.

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

GRAPHIC DISPLAY FRAME AND EXTENSION

Номер: US20200005685A1
Автор: Anderson Rick D.
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a graphic display frame for use with SEG graphic displays of a modular design. The frame comprises a system that can be used to construct frames of various sizes, shapes, and dimensions. The frame system includes channel members, connectors, brackets, and other components that can be constructed and used to support SEG graphics. 1. A frame system , comprising:a plurality of channel members having a gasket channel;at least one bracket for connecting at least two of the channel members;a panel having a gasket edge adapted to engage with the gasket channel.2. The frame system of where the channel members have a bracket channel and the bracket connects the channel members be insertion into the bracket channels.3. The frame system of where the channel members and at least one bracket form an enclosure.4. The frame system of further comprising a brace located between at least two channel members.5. The frame system of where the channel members have an inside channel for engagement with the brace.6. The frame system of further comprising a connector for connecting the inside channel of the channel members with the brace.7. The frame system of where the connector has a foot that engages the inside channel of the channel member claim 6 , inserts into a cavity in the brace claim 6 , and has a button that engages with a hole in the brace.8. The frame system of further comprising a plurality of braces claim 3 , a connector connecting the braces to the channel members claim 3 , and a central connector connecting the braces.9. The frame system of where the channel members have a first and second gasket channel on opposing sides to engage a first and second panel.10. The frame system of where the panel is an SEG graphic panel.11. The frame system of where the bracket channel is a channel on the inside of the channel members.12. The frame system of where the bracket channel is a channel on the outside of the channel member.13. The frame system of ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROJECTING A DYNAMIC MATRIX DISPLAY ON AN OUTER SURFACE OF A HOUSING

Номер: US20200005686A1
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A power device including a first light source (A) arranged in a housing () having an outer surface; a first mask () arranged around the first light source in the housing and including a first chamber (A) corresponding to the first light source; and a transmissive display arranged between the first light source and the outer surface of the housing, light () emitted from the first light source reaching the transmissive display before reaching the outer surface of the housing and projecting a plurality of images () on a first area () on the outer surface of the housing. 1. A power device , comprising:a first light source arranged in a housing having an outer surface;a first mask arranged around the first light source in the housing and including a first chamber corresponding to the first light source; anda transmissive display arranged between the first light source and the outer surface of the housing, light emitted from the first light source reaching the transmissive display before reaching the outer surface of the housing and projecting a plurality of images on a first area on the outer surface of the housing.2. The power device of claim 1 , wherein the first light source is a single color light emitting diode.3. The power device of claim 1 , wherein the first light source is a multi-color light emitting diode.4. The power device of claim 1 , wherein the transmissive display is a transmissive matrix display or a transmissive segment display.5. The power device of claim 1 , wherein the projected images are created on a semitransparent paint system.6. The power device of claim 1 , further comprising a second light source arranged proximate to the first light source and within the first chamber.7. The power device of claim 6 , wherein the first and second light sources comprise a respective longitudinal axis claim 6 , and light emitted from the first light source on the first area of the housing at least partially overlaps with light emitted from the second light ...

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08-01-2015 дата публикации

LED BACKLIGHT SYSTEM FOR CABINET SIGN

Номер: US20150007469A1
Принадлежит: GE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS, LLC

A backlighting system for a cabinet sign may include a plurality of panels. Each panel includes a plurality of light emitting diodes (“LEDs”) attached to the panel. The diode has a box sign depth factor of less than about 1.4. An integrated circuit may also be located on the panel. A wire physically connects adjacent panels. 1. A lighting system for illuminating a sign , the system comprising:a plurality of electrically interconnected modules each module including a printed wiring board, and at least one light emitting diode (“LED”) electrically connected to the printed wiring board;one or more electrical conductors electrically connecting the plurality of modules; andone or more rails, said rails mechanically connecting adjacent modules in a spaced relationship.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more rails comprises a heat sink.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein said electrical conductors include insulation.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising an overmolding covering at least a portion of the front surface of the printed wiring board.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein each module comprises a plurality of LEDs arranged in a one dimensional array.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein each module comprises a plurality of LEDs arranged in a two dimensional array.7. The system of wherein the LEDs are equally spaced apart.8. The system of claim 1 , further comprising three or more modules and wherein the one or more rails mechanically connect adjacent modules to be equidistant from one another.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of electrically interconnected modules form a lattice.10. The system of further comprising an attachment element for securing the lighting system to the frame of a sign.11. The system of claim 1 , wherein the printed wiring board comprises a double-sided printed circuit board (“PCB”).12. The system of comprised of at least two rails and including a connector providing electrical communication between modules of said ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

Compact personal illuminated billboard

Номер: US20170006986A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A card holder and illuminated display device with a lower portion and an upper portion, where the lower includes a card holding space and a power source. The upper portion configured to cover the card holding space in the closed position and allow access to the card holding space in the open position. The upper portion also including a signaling panel, while the device includes a light source positioned so that in the open position the signaling panel of the upper portion may be edge illuminated. The panel may incorporate a design that is highlighted when the light source is turned on.

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08-01-2015 дата публикации

Methods and apparatus to generate loading dock visual indicators

Номер: US20150009046A1
Принадлежит: Individual

Methods, apparatus, systems and articles of manufacture are disclosed herein. An example method disclosed herein includes determining a state of a device of a loading dock and, based on the state, generating via a display a first directional indicator having a first orientation and a first color. The first orientation and the first color are to cooperate to indicate first directional information.

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC VAPING DEVICE HAVING FORMULATION LEVEL INDICATOR

Номер: US20210007405A1
Принадлежит: Altria Client Services LLC

The e-vaping device includes a vaporizer assembly, which includes a heating element, a pre-vapor formulation reservoir, a pre-vapor formulation level indicator including a plurality of discrete indicator segments, and at least one processor. The pre-vapor formulation reservoir may be configured to contain a pre-vapor formulation and the at least one processor may be configured to determine a difference between a first duty cycle of power supplied to the heating element and a second duty cycle of power supplied to the heating element; and adjust the indicator based on the determined duty cycle difference. 1. An electronic vaping device , comprising:a heating element;a level indicator; and determine a duty cycle ratio based on power supplied to the heating element; and', 'adjust the level indicator in response to the determined duty cycle ratio being different from a previous duty cycle ratio., 'at least one processor configured to execute computer-readable instructions to'}2. The electronic vaping device of claim 1 , wherein the level indicator is adjusted according to the determined duty cycle ratio.3. The electronic vaping device of claim 1 , wherein the determined duty cycle ratio is based on a first duty cycle of power supplied to the heating element and a second duty cycle of power supplied to the heating element.4. The electronic vaping device of claim 3 , wherein the processor is configured to execute computer-readable instructions to determine at least one of the first duty cycle and the second duty cycle based on a type of pre-vapor formulation within a reservoir.5. The electronic vaping device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to execute computer-readable instructions toobtain an indicator level from a lookup table based on the determined duty cycle ratio; andadjust the level indicator according to the obtained indicator level.6. The electronic vaping device of claim 1 , wherein the indicator includes a plurality of level ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

PARCEL SORTING SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH ACTIVE DISPLAY

Номер: US20210008598A1
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A parcel sorting system and method. A process performed by a parcel sorting system includes receiving sorting information of a first parcel. The process includes determining a sorting destination corresponding to the sorting information. The process includes determining a sorting instruction corresponding to the sorting destination and the first parcel. The process includes transporting the first parcel on a conveying surface. The process includes, while transporting the parcel on the conveying surface, displaying the corresponding sorting instruction on a scrolling marquee display at a location proximate to the first parcel. The process includes, when it is detected that the first parcel has been removed from the conveying surface, the ceasing displaying the corresponding sorting instruction. 1. A method performed by a parcel sorter system , comprising:receiving sorting information of a first parcel;determining a sorting destination corresponding to the sorting information;determining a sorting instruction corresponding to the sorting destination and the first parcel;transporting the first parcel on a conveying surface;while transporting the first parcel on the conveying surface, displaying the corresponding sorting instruction on a scrolling marquee display at a location proximate to the first parcel; andwhen it is detected that the first parcel has been removed from the conveying surface, the ceasing displaying the corresponding sorting instruction.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , when it is detected that the first parcel has passed the sorting destination and has not been removed from the conveying surface claim 1 , signaling an exception to an operator.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein a sensor is used to detect that the first parcel has been removed from the conveying surface.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein a sensor is used to detect that the first parcel has passed the sorting destination.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

Self-Illuminated Portable Shadowbox Monument

Номер: US20180010356A1
Автор: Faulkner J. Daniel
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A self-illuminated shadow box for containing mementos or the like includes a box that has an upright metallic back wall panel for attaching magnets, a transparent door spaced from the upright metallic back wall panel, a roof extending over the metallic back wall panel and the transparent wall, and a solar energized light emitting diode mounted on the roof and directed toward the metallic back wall. 16.-. (canceled)7. A self-illuminated shadowbox for containing mementos or the like comprisingan upright metallic back wall panel for attaching magnets,a transparent door spaced from the upright metallic back wall panel,a roof extending over the metallic back wall panel and over the transparent door, anda solar energized light emitting diode mounted on the roof and directed toward the metallic back wall.8. The self-illuminated shadowbox of claim 7 , and further including a plurality of magnets for holding a paper bearing a message against the back wall of the shadowbox.9. The self-illuminated shadowbox of claim 7 , and further including a rectilinear framework that forms the shape of the shadowbox panels.10. A self-illuminated monument for marking a grave or the like comprisinga shadowbox that includes an upright metallic back wall panel for supporting magnets,a transparent door opposed to and spaced from the upright metallic back wall panel for closing the shadowbox,an inverted V-shaped roof including a first roof panel extending over the transparent door and facing the metallic back wall panel, and a second roof panel extending over the back wall panel,a solar energized light emitting diode mounted on the first roof panel of the inverted V-shaped roof and directed toward the metallic back wall.11. The self-illuminated monument of claim 10 , wherein the shadowbox and its transparent door include flanges that nest together when the door is closed.12. The self-illuminated monument of claim 10 , wherein the inverted V-shaped roof overhangs the metallic back wall panel and ...

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27-01-2022 дата публикации

ILLUMINATED SIGNAGE

Номер: US20220028305A1
Автор: Gardner Omari
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An illuminated signage has a housing that carries a plurality of signage panels having a photoluminescent area carrying indicia for the signage. The signage panels are carried in a channel extending across a front face of the housing. An electrical circuit controls a plurality of light emitters that are configured to illuminate when the photoluminescent area has been depleted and is no longer producing enough luminescence to illuminate the indicia. The electrical circuit may also be configured to illuminate the LEDs on demand. 1. A signage illumination device , comprising:a housing having a front surface, a back surface, a top surface, and an interior cavity defined therein;a channel defined along the front surface of the housing;a plurality of signage panels dimensioned to be carried in the channel, wherein one or more of the plurality of signage panels have a photoluminescent area carrying indicia thereon and an opaque area surrounding the indicia; andan electrical circuit carried within the interior cavity, the electrical circuit configured to selectively illuminate a light source contained within the housing.2. The signage illumination device of claim 1 , further comprising:a battery to power the electrical circuit.3. The signage illumination device of claim 2 , further comprising:a solar panel carried on the top surface of the housing, the solar panel operatively connected to the electrical circuit to selectively charge the battery.4. The signage illumination device of claim 1 , wherein the electrical circuit is configured to detect a low illumination condition of the photoluminescent area and activate the light source to replenish the photoluminescent area.5. The signage illumination device of claim 4 , further comprising:a photo sensor contained within the housing to detect the low illumination condition.6. The signage illumination device of claim 5 , wherein the low illumination condition is user selectable.7. The signage illumination device of claim 6 , the ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

LIGHTING DEVICES FOR ILLUMINATING PRINTED MATERIAL

Номер: US20170011670A1
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Combinations of solid state light emitters, optionally arranged to stimulate one or more lumiphoric materials, are used to illuminate surfaces (e.g., upright surfaces) including printed material produced with CMY or CMYK inks. Vibrancy and/or efficacy may be enhanced by increasing the effective steepness of printed ink reflectance wavelength boundaries by illuminating printed material with solid state light emitters of multiple colors having tailored boundaries (e.g., increased separation between colors and/or increased energy in spectral areas highly reflected by CMY inks, or reducing energy of emissions at wavelengths to which the human eye is less sensitive). Lighting devices may include multiple operating modes having different gamut properties (e.g., relative gamut values). One or more subregions of an upright surface bearing printed material may be preferentially illuminated with an array of solid state light emitters including multiple emitters having different peak wavelengths. 1. A lighting device configured for illuminating a surface including printed material , the lighting device comprising:a plurality of solid state light emitter groups, wherein each solid state light emitter group of the plurality of solid state light emitter groups includes at least one first solid state light emitter arranged to generate first emissions comprising a first peak wavelength, and at least one second solid state light emitter arranged to generate second emissions comprising a second peak wavelength that differs by at least 40 nm from the first peak wavelength and differs by at least 40 nm from any other peak wavelength optionally generated by the at least one first solid state light emitter;wherein aggregate emissions of the lighting device include emissions of the plurality of solid state light emitter groups and provide a luminous flux of at least 2000 lumens; andwherein aggregate emissions of the lighting device comprise a luminous efficacy of at least 70 lumens per ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

COLLAPSIBLE DISPLAY

Номер: US20170011671A1
Автор: Goldrich Steven J.
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A display wall system is provided that has a flexible frame member with inflatable members and a plurality of panel members that can be positioned within the flexible frame member to provide rigidity to the display wall system when the inflatable members are inflated. 1. A display wall system , comprising:a flexible frame member having a plurality of inflatable members and a cover extending between the plurality of inflatable members, each of the inflatable members have a deflated configuration and an inflated configuration, the inflatable members forming respective panel-receiving areas between the inflatable member and cover when in the deflated configuration;a plurality of panel members having at least two openings; anda plurality of coupling devices having at least one extending member sized to be received in respective openings of the panel members to secure at least two of the panel members together and form a plurality of coupled panels;wherein the plurality of coupled panel members can be received in the panel-receiving areas to form a rigid support member when the inflatable members are in the inflated configuration.2. The display wall system of claim 1 , wherein the openings of the plurality of panel members comprise elongated slots.3. The display wall system of claim 2 , wherein the openings of the coupling devices comprise a backing panel with an elongated pin member.4. The display wall system of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the plurality of panel members are curved.5. The display wall system of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the plurality of panel members are flat.6. The display wall system of claim 1 , further comprising a graphic cover comprising an opening claim 1 , the opening being sized to receive the flexible frame member within the graphic cover.7. The display wall system of claim 1 , wherein the panel members are at least three times as long as they are wide.8. The display wall system of claim 1 , further comprising a graphic cover ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

OPTICAL DEVICE

Номер: US20210011211A1
Автор: Rinko Kari
Принадлежит: NITTO DENKO CORPORATION

With a simple configuration, an optical device which realizes uniform light distribution and adequate display quality is provided. An optical device includes: a light guiding layer; a first optically functional layer provided on at least one of a first principal face and a second principal face of the light guiding layer; and a ray control structure, at an end of the light guiding layer on a light-incident side, being provided on a surface of the first optically functional layer that is on an opposite side to the light guiding layer. The ray control structure reduces light which is incident from an edge of the light guiding layer to the first optically functional layer at an angle smaller than a critical angle. 1. An optical device comprising:a light guiding layer;a first optically functional layer provided on at least one of a first principal face and a second principal face of the light guiding layer; anda ray control structure, at an end of the light guiding layer on a light-incident side, being provided on a surface of the first optically functional layer that is on an opposite side to the light guiding layer, whereinthe ray control structure reduces light which is incident from an edge of the light guiding layer to the first optically functional layer at an angle smaller than a critical angle.2. An optical device comprising:a stacked body including a light guiding layer, a first optically functional layer provided on a first principal face of the light guiding layer, and second optically functional layer provided on a second principal face of the light guiding layer that is on an opposite side to the first principal face; anda ray control structure, at an end of the light guiding layer on a light-incident side, being provided on at least one of a first surface of the stacked body on the first principal face side and a second surface of the stacked body on the second principal face side, whereinthe ray control structure reduces light which is incident from an ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

Motion Activated Advertising Apparatus With Wireless Device Connectivity

Номер: US20180012260A1
Автор: H. Christopher Bazos
Принадлежит: Synergy Media LLC

An advertising apparatus is capable of motion sensitive illumination and 180° viewing, wherein the advertising apparatus comprises: a top piece; a bottom piece; a back piece adapted for mounting the advertising apparatus to an external structure; a front display piece adapted for displaying graphics, wherein the front display piece has a convex shape, and wherein the top piece, the bottom piece, the back piece, and the front display piece are mechanically coupled together; an illumination source for illuminating the front display piece, wherein the front display piece is illuminated when the illumination source is active; a multifaceted motion sensor for detecting motion of a person, wherein the multifaceted motion sensor is configured to trigger the illumination source when said person's heat moves across at least two facets of the multifaceted motion sensor; a wireless transmitter, wherein the wireless transmitter has a transmission radius, wherein the wireless transmitter is capable of detecting a person carrying a wireless-enabled device when said person passes within the transmission radius of the wireless transmitter, and wherein the wireless transmitter delivers advertising and marketing content to said wireless-enabled device; and a power source, wherein the illumination source, the motion sensor, and the wireless transmitter are coupled to the power source.

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

Centrally Controlled and Scheduled Automatic Flagpole

Номер: US20180012528A1
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The Centrally Controlled and Scheduled Automatic Flagpole System offers a fully compliant raising and lowering of flags at dawn, dusk and inclement weather as well as automatically positioning flags at half and full mast as deemed by state, federal or territory laws or executive order. When flags are not able to be flown; the flag will store within the storage box. Those questioning why flag is or is not at half-mast will be informed by a beacon or email distribution list. 1. Fully automated U.S. flag positioning in accordance with Title 4, Chapter 1 §6, 7, & 8 By removing the need to manually raise, lower or put a flag in half mast position a property owner or manager can be assured their flags are flying at the proper position at all times.Currently property owners and/or managers must be aware what position their flag should be flying and must manually manage flag positions. By automating full flag flying compliance to US Code Title 4 Chapter 1 §6, 7, & 8 property owners and/or managers can be certain of compliance, reduce labor cost associated to manually adjusting flag position and avoid public scrutiny or questioning on whether or not they are compliant.Component Overview:There are three primary components to the Centrally Controlled and Scheduled Automatic Flagpole System:Component 1:Central Hub:Component 2:Controller Box:Component 3:Customer Interface:Illustration Shows Central Hub electronically communicating to the Controller Box which then positions Flag to Full MastIllustration Shows Central Hub electronically communicating to the Controller Box which then positions Flag at Half MastIllustration Shows Central Hub electronically communicating to the Controller Box which then positions/stores Flag inside Controller BoxIllustration Shows The Three Components of the Process and the Two Way Communication between Controller Box, Central Hub and Customer Interface.

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

BACK-LIT LIGHTBOX

Номер: US20190012940A1
Автор: Hinton Richard
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A lightbox includes multiple faces. A front face of the multiple faces is faced in a forward direction. A back face of the multiple faces is face in a backward direction. The lightbox includes one or more light sources. The one or more light sources are disposed within the light box. The one or more light sources are arranged to illuminate the front face. The one or more light sources are arranged to illuminate the back face. 139-. (canceled)40. A lightbox , comprising:a front face that faces forward;a back face that faces backwards; andone or more light sources disposed within the lightbox,wherein the one or more light sources are arranged to illuminate the front face and the back face.41. The lightbox of claim 40 , wherein at least a portion of the front face is translucent or transparent or cut out claim 40 , wherein the portion of the front face is in a shape of a letter claim 40 , word claim 40 , message claim 40 , image or symbol claim 40 , wherein a remainder of the front face is opaque or substantially opaque.42. The lightbox of claim 41 , wherein the portion comprises a cut out from a sheet that is opaque or substantially opaque claim 41 , wherein the sheet is mirrored on a side facing forward.43. The lightbox of claim 40 , wherein at least a portion of the back face is translucent or transparent claim 40 , wherein the lightbox is arranged to emit light backwards from the back face to illuminate an area or volume behind the back face.44. The lightbox of claim 40 , wherein the front face and the back face are a same shape and size claim 40 , wherein the front face and the back face are arranged parallel to each other claim 40 , wherein the front face and the back face are aligned opposite one another.45. The lightbox of claim 40 , further comprising:a frame,wherein the front face, the back face, and the frame are arranged to form a box, wherein the one or more light sources are disposed in the box, wherein the one or more light sources are disposed within ...

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

PHOTOLUMINESCENT SIGNAGE

Номер: US20190012941A1
Автор: Green Zachary L.
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A non-powered photoluminescent sign includes a clear substrate and a message. The message is positioned on a surface of the clear substrate. The message is defined by at least one opaque portion. At least one of the at least one opaque portion is photoluminescent. The message is viewable with ambient light and without ambient light. Methods and other photoluminescent signs are also provided. 1. An exit sign comprising:a clear substrate comprising a front surface and a rear surface; anda first letter, a second letter, a third letter, and a fourth letter arranged relative one another to provide an EXIT message; wherein the letter comprises a reflective portion and a photoluminescent portion;', 'a face of the letter is defined through cooperation of the photoluminescent portion and the reflective portion;', 'the photoluminescent portion facilitates visibility and readability of the letter without ambient light; and', 'the reflective portion facilitates visibility and readability of the letter in ambient light; and, 'with respect to each of the first letter, the second letter, the third letter, and the fourth letterthe exit sign is not connected to an electric power source.2. The exit sign of claim 1 , wherein the clear substrate comprises a rigid sheet.3. The exit sign of claim 2 , wherein the rigid sheet is formed from plastic.4. The exit sign of claim 1 , wherein the reflective portion is colored red or green.5. The exit sign of claim 1 , wherein portions of the clear substrate not covered with the letters facilitate visibility through the clear substrate in ambient light of environment of the exit sign.6. The exit sign of claim 5 , wherein portions of the clear substrate not covered with the letters facilitate frontal visibility through the clear substrate in ambient light of environment rearward of the exit sign.7. The exit sign of claim 1 , wherein the clear substrate has a height in the range of about 6 inches to about 14 inches and the EXIT message has a height ...

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

Tiered Base

Номер: US20160016375A1
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The present invention is a multilayer tiered base for illuminated signs and illuminated cake top decorations, which comprises a center cavity to house a light source and a top aperture cutout that will allow the light to illuminate through. This base has variations as to the shape and the height, with height being variable depending upon number of layers and thickness of the material, and also as to the required height needed in order to house the desired light source assembly. The layers are assembled together in a tiered construction, with each layer placed one above the other, each layer successfully diminishing in size as they stack. The base is freestanding when placed on a flat surface or on a cake surface. A cake decoration or sign may be inserted within the base, or may be placed on top of said base, depending upon the design of said decoration or sign.

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

LED AND DISPLAY APPARATUS WITH VARIABLE INPUT VOLTAGE AND CONSTANT CURRENT DRIVE

Номер: US20210014948A1
Автор: Sengodan Rajkumar
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Systems and methods for operating light emitting diodes (LEDs) circuits are provided. Aspects include a plurality of sets of light emitting diodes (LEDs), the plurality of sets of LEDs comprising a first set of LEDs and a second set of LEDs and a first current control circuit, wherein the first current control circuit is configured to determine whether a voltage through the first set of LEDs is below a first threshold and responsive to determining that the voltage through the first set of LEDs is below the first threshold, bypass the second set of LEDs. 1. A system comprising:a plurality of sets of light emitting diodes (LEDs), the plurality of sets of LEDs comprising a first set of LEDs and a second set of LEDs; and determine whether a voltage through the first set of LEDs is below a first threshold; and', 'responsive to determining that the voltage through the first set of LEDs is below the first threshold, bypass the second set of LEDs., 'a first current control circuit, wherein the first current control circuit is configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first current control circuit is further configured to shut off responsive to determining that the voltage through the first set of LEDs is above the first threshold.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the first current control circuit comprises:a switch;a resistor; andan operational amplifier.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the switch comprises a metal-oxide semiconductor field effect transistor.5. The system of claim 3 , wherein the switch is controlled by an output of the operational amplifier.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein determining whether the voltage through the first set of LEDs is below the first threshold comprises:receiving, at a non-inverting input of the operational amplifier, the first threshold voltage;receiving, at an inverting input of the operation amplifier, a resistor voltage across the resistor;controlling the switch based on a comparison of the first threshold voltage to ...

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03-02-2022 дата публикации

Optical member and method for producing same

Номер: US20220035090A1
Принадлежит: Nitto Denko Corp

The present invention is directed to an optical member including: a first layer that includes a first region having a refractive index n1 and a second region having a refractive index n3; and a second layer disposed on a first main surface of the first layer so as to be in contact with the first region and the second region, the second layer having a refractive index n2. The first layer includes a plurality of said second regions adjoining the first region along a planar direction of the first layer; the plurality of second regions constitute a geometric pattern; and n1 to n3 satisfy the relationship n1<n3<n2. When an optical member according to the present invention is integrated with a lightguide in use, excellent light extraction function is exhibited and leakage of light due to light scattering is suppressed, while attaining good mechanical strength at the same time.

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

WINDSHIELD BLACKOUT WITH VIEWING WINDOW AND BLACKOUT WINDOW FEATURE

Номер: US20190016260A1
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An apparatus includes a windshield blackout between a bottom of the windshield and a top of the instrument panel, a viewing window provided in the windshield blackout and a blackout window feature provided behind the viewing window. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a windshield blackout;a viewing window provided in said windshield blackout;an ornamental device provided behind said viewing window; anda light source behind said ornamental device to back illuminate said ornamental device.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said blackout window feature is an illuminated message board.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said blackout window feature is fanned LED lighting.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said blackout window feature is a switchable effect branding device.5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein said ornamental device is illuminated by a light source positioned in front of and below said ornamental device.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein said light source is hidden from view by said windshield blackout.9. (canceled)10. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said blackout window feature is a solar panel.11. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said blackout window feature is an electronic display device.12. (canceled)13. The apparatus of claim 16 , wherein said blackout window feature comprises a light source for backlighting said laser etched image.14. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said windshield blackout is a ceramic film applied to said windshield.15. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein said windshield blackout is a ceramic paint applied to said windshield.16. An apparatus claim 1 , comprising:a windshield blackout;a laser etched image provided in said windshield blackout; anda blackout window feature provided behind said viewing window. This document relates generally to the motor vehicle equipment field and, more particularly, to a new and improved apparatus comprising a windshield blackout, a viewing window provided in ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

PERIMETER WARNING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180016801A1
Автор: Davis Daniel L.
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A perimeter warning system is provided having a plurality of substantive stand bases and stanchions, which when combined together with a flag line provide a means to demark the perimeter of a surface across which there is danger. The stand bases include a surface onto which an insertion sleeve is placed, for holding the stanchion stably, and an opening symmetrically equidistant from the center of the surface of the stand base from the sleeve. In this way, stand bases can be stacked together with the sleeve of one placed in the opening in the surface of the other for stability. The system includes storage and transportation elements; wherein the surface of the base stand defines an opening through which the pillar of a storage unit can be threaded to stack the plurality of base stands together onto the storage element. Stanchions are provided with storage boxes configured to stack together neatly and stably. 1. A perimeter warning system for use to warn persons of the proximity of an edge of a surface on which they are present , comprising:a flag line;a plurality of stanchions;a plurality of base stands at least equal in number to the plurality of stanchions, each base stand having means to hold at least one stanchion in a generally upright position when assembled together, and each base stand having means to be secured to a storage element when not in use, each base stand being capable of placement near the edge of a surface across which edge there is danger; andwherein the plurality of base stands and plurality of stanchions are assembled together to form a means to hold the flag line so as to create a visible line of flags to warn of the proximity of the edge of the surface.2. The perimeter warning system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of base stands is capable of being placed together on the storage element for storage and transportation.3. The perimeter warning system of claim 1 , wherein the means to hold at least one stanchion is a stanchion insertion ...

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

CORRIDOR INDICATOR LAMP COMPRISING EXTENSION UNIT

Номер: US20170018212A1
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The invention relates to a corridor indicator lamp (). The corridor indicator lamp () comprises a base assembly () which includes a plurality of compartments () and a plurality of separator walls (). The compartments () are open towards a front side () of the corridor indicator lamp (). The separator walls () separate at least some of the plurality of compartments (). In order to improve visibility of the indicator lamp (), an extension unit () is provided according to the invention. The extension unit () is configured to be mounted to the base assembly () and has a plurality of extension walls (). An at least partly transparent cover () may be further provided, which is adapted to receive the extension unit (). 1. A corridor indicator lamp , comprising:abase assembly, the base assembly including a plurality of compartments, which are open towards a front side of the corridor indicator lamp, and a plurality of separator walls, at least some of the plurality of compartments being separated from each other by at least some of the plurality of separator walls;an extension unit, which is configured to be mounted to the base assembly and which has a plurality of extension walls, which, in a position where the extension unit is mounted to the base assembly, extend at least one of the plurality of compartments in a direction pointing away from the base assembly; andan at least partly transparent cover, the cover being configured to receive the extension unit.2. The corridor indicator lamp according to claim 1 , wherein at least some of the extension walls are provided with at least one predetermined breaking line.3. The corridor indicator lamp according to claim 2 , wherein at least one of the plurality of extension walls is provided with a base claim 2 , the base being situated opposite a free end of the at least one of the plurality of extension walls claim 2 , and wherein the at least one predetermined breaking line is located at the base.4. The corridor indicator lamp ...

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

ILLUMINATED SIGN APPARATUS

Номер: US20160019821A1
Автор: HADDAD Salim D.
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A sign apparatus includes a front display panel and a solid halo panel that are illuminated by a light module. The front display panel is arranged along one side of a frame and the solid halo panel is arranged on the other side of the frame. The light module is disposed within the frame between the front display panel and the solid halo panel. The solid halo panel follows a contour of the front display panel and extends beyond a periphery of the front display panel such that the solid halo panel forms a halo border along the periphery of the front display panel when viewed from a direction toward the front display panel.

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

Display System Having Monitoring Circuit and Methods Thereof

Номер: US20160019834A1
Автор: Hall William Y.
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A modular multi-panel display system includes a mechanical support structure, an array of light emitting diode (LED) display panels arranged in rows and columns and mounted to the mechanical support structure so as to form an integrated display. A receiver box is mounted to the mechanical support, where the receiver box is housed in a housing that is separate from housings of each of the led display panels. The receiver box includes a receiver card coupled to feed data to be displayed on the integrated display to a plurality of the led display panels, where the receiver box includes a network interface card configured to receive data from a control box disposed at a remote location. A monitoring circuit is disposed within the receiver box, where the monitoring circuit is configured to generate an operational data of the array of LED display panels, where the network interface card is configured to send the operational data from the monitoring circuit to a monitoring server.

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22-01-2015 дата публикации

Method For Displaying Advertising Devices

Номер: US20150020362A1
Автор: Irwin Robert W.
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A method allowing easy erection and removal of advertising devices such as flags, banners or similar message conveying means. System consists of a sleeve or receiving apparatus to accept adaptor which is attached to said advertising device. Receiver may be used inground or above ground. A driving rod to mechanically insert sleeve into ground. A threaded extraction device. A cap to protect sleeve from external contaminants such as precipitation or grass clippings. A base to which receiver attaches for above ground applications. An adaptor attached to advertising device which inserts into receiving sleeve secured by natural forces with no mechanical means allowing for freedom of motion and rotation up to 360 degrees without constraint. An extension to elevate advertising devices overcoming obstacles such as flowerbeds, hedges, fences or grow. 1. A method of installing and removing advertising devices such as flags , banners , or similar message conveying means following the steps of:driving receiving cylinder beneath the earth's surface using a driving rod longer than the hollow portion of the receiving cylinderinserting an adaptor which sits freely atop of receiving cylinderconnecting adaptor to advertising media, pole or columnupon removing adaptor from receiving cylinder inserting a cap which rests freely atop of cylinder thereby restricting contaminants such as dirt and precipitation from entering cylinder.Removing cylinder from earth's surface using an extractor tee by turning extractor tee into threaded portion of receiving cylinder and inserting driving rod through hollow portion of extractor tee thus creating a handle by which cylinder is removed from the earth with an upward pulling force2. A method as claimed in wherein the driving rod is comprised of a solid or hollow cylindrical rod longer than the hollow portion of the receiving cylinder and lesser in diameter than the inside diameter of the receiving cylinder having a head attached to one end of the rod ...

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

EMERGENCY DOOR LOCK ILLUMINATION APPARATUS

Номер: US20200018093A1
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An emergency illumination apparatus is integrated into a door lock mechanism including a manual release member and a latch which is displaceable between an engaged position with the jamb of an associated exit door, and a disengaged position, enabling opening of the door. The apparatus includes an illumination device including a base member mounted to the door lock mechanism or a surface of the associated exit door and a spaced array of discrete illumination elements extending along at least one axis intersecting with or circumventing the manual release member. A sensor operates to detect an emergency condition such as the presence of excessive heat, smoke, carbon monoxide, noxious gas and the like, and generate an alarm signal in response thereto. An independent power supply is disposed within the emergency door lock illumination apparatus. A controller energized by the power supply activates the illumination device in response to the alarm signal. 1. An emergency door lock illumination apparatus comprising:a door lock mechanism including a manual release member and a latch, said manual release member operable to displace said latch from an engaged position with a jamb of an associated exit door and a disengaged position with respect to said jamb enabling opening of said exit door;an illumination device including a base member adapted for mounting to said door lock mechanism or a surface of said associated exit door, said illumination device further comprising a spaced array of discrete illumination elements extending along at least one axis intersecting with or circumventing said manual release member,sensor means operative to detect an emergency condition such as the presence of excessive heat, smoke, carbon monoxide, noxious gas, particulates and the like, and to generate an alarm signal in response thereto;an independent power supply disposed within said emergency door lock illumination apparatus; anda controller energized by said power supply and operative to ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

DISPLAY STAND

Номер: US20190019437A1
Принадлежит: DIE DU TOIT FAMILIE TRUST

A display stand is disclosed which includes a tensioning mechanism connecting a horizontal to a column (), the column including a fixed lower component () and a movable upper component () which is able to move up and down with respect to the fixed component. A mechanism for releasably securing the horizontal to the movable component is provided and there is a “press to lock/press to release” latch () joining the upper and lower components. A spring () pushes the upper component () upwards after the latch has been activated to release the upper component (). 1. A display stand including a tensioning mechanism connecting a horizontal to a column , the column including a fixed lower component and a movable upper component which is able to move up and down with respect to the fixed component , there being a mechanism for releasably securing the horizontal to the movable component , a “press to lock/press to release” latch joining the upper and lower components , and a spring for pushing the upper component upwards after said latch has been activated to release the upper component.2. A display stand as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said latch comprises a cam track and a cam follower which moves with respect to said track during relative movement between said components claim 1 , the cam follower holding said upper component in an intermediate position after the latch has performed a locking movement claim 1 , and releasing the upper component upon the upper component being pressed down to a lower position so that the latch performs a press to release operation.3. A display stand as claimed in and including two cam tracks which face in opposite directions and two shells which together form a sheath around the cam tracks claim 2 , each shell having a window in it and there being a cam follower pivotally mounted on the outside of each shell claim 2 , the followers extending through the windows and having fingers which move along the cam tracks.4. A display stand as claimed ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

FLAG POLE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190019438A1
Автор: Lee Kerry
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A flagpole assembly that includes: a pole, where the pole includes a top and mounting base; a plurality of openings along the left of the pole; at least one mounting hole within the mounting base; at least one removable flag, where the said flag includes flag inserts adapted for insertion into openings provided on the pole; and an anchor, where the anchor is adapted to receive the mounting base of the pole. The anchor preferably includes at least two suction cups adapted to secure to a surface of a vehicle. 1. A flagpole assembly comprising:a pole, where the pole includes a top and mounting base;a plurality of openings along the left of the pole;at least one mounting hole within the mounting base;at least one removable flag, where the said flag includes flag inserts adapted for insertion into openings provided on the pole; andan anchor, where the anchor is adapted to receive the mounting base of the pole.2. The flagpole assembly according to claim 1 , where the anchor includes at least two suction cups adapted to secure to a surface of a vehicle.3. The flagpole assembly according to claim 1 , where the anchor includes a threaded female receiver.4. The flagpole assembly according to claim 3 , where the pole includes a male threaded tip adapted to mount into the threaded female receiver.5. The flagpole assembly according to claim 1 , where the plurality of openings include four openings.6. The flagpole assembly according to claim 1 , where each flag includes two inserts.7. The flagpole assembly according to claim 1 , where the anchor include posts to support at least two suction cups. The present invention relates to a flagpole assembly for mounting on a motor vehicle.Vehicle flags are used in various applications for hoisting a flag and mounting it on a moving vehicle. Many times the flags are assembled in a uniform construction and mount to a window or door opening as suggested in U.S. Pat. No. 7,878,139 to Karnes. Karnes discloses an universal automobile flag, ...

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25-01-2018 дата публикации

RESILIENT STRAP WITH HOOK AND LOOP FASTENERS

Номер: US20180020781A1
Автор: MCNEILL Paul
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A strap includes an elongate flexible resilient (elastic) base having a plurality of spaced paired attachment sections mounted therealong. Each paired attachment section includes first and second elements, which are adapted to be attachable to each other and are mounted to the base to face away from each other, and on opposite sides of the base. The paired attachment sections include patches of hook and loop fasteners. The patches of hook fasteners are mounted spaced along one side of the base, and the patches of loop fasteners are mounted spaced along the opposite side of the base. The patches are thus ‘back to back’ in each section. 1. A strap , comprising:an elongate resilient base; anda plurality of spaced paired attachment sections mounted along the base, each paired attachment section comprising first and second fastener elements attachable to each other,wherein the first fastener element of one attachment section is attachable to the second fastener element in another attachment section.2. The strap of claim 1 , wherein the first and second fastener elements are mounted to the base to face away from each other claim 1 , and wherein the first and second fastener elements are mounted on opposite sides of the base.3. The strap of wherein the first fastener elements comprise patches of hook fasteners and the second fastener elements comprise patches of loop fasteners.4. The strap of claim 3 , wherein the patches of hook fasteners are mounted spaced along one side of the base and wherein the patches of loop fasteners are mounted spaced along the opposite side of the base.5. The strap of wherein the patches of hook and loop fasteners are alternatingly mounted spaced along each side of the base.6. The strap of claim 1 , wherein the base is comprised of stretchable elastic material.7. The strap of wherein the base is formed as an elongated band.8. The strap of wherein the base is formed as an elastic cord.9. The strap of wherein the paired attachment sections are ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

Insect trapping light

Номер: US20220039366A1
Принадлежит: Kp Solutions Inc

An insect trapping light is shown having a visible light housing, an electronic display screen, and an insect trapping housing. The display screen may be a television screen, picture display screen, movie display screen, computer monitor or display, or the like. The insect trapping housing has a bottom space configured to removably receive an insect bait tray that may be filled with an insect baiting substance to attract insects. The insect trapping housing and the visible light housing combine to form a UV light space or chamber therebetween. An adhesive board is slidably received and held in place upon the visible light housing surface facing the UV light chamber. The spacing between the insect trapping housing and the visible light housing defines the UV light chamber having open sides The UV light chamber also includes a matrix or array of UV lights or light sources.

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

Smart Banner Display

Номер: US20200020257A1
Принадлежит: Proud and Pride Banners LLC

A banner display, or flag display, includes a housing that includes a shaft coupled to a motor that raises and lowers a banner, flag or similar media in response to control signals from a controller, or software. The controller may rotate the shaft in different directions based on clock information in relation to calendar information.

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

Smart Screen for Citizen Interactions and Communications

Номер: US20200020258A1
Принадлежит: Color Vision SA

The intention is to present the Smart Screen for Citizen Communication to the market as a solution to the need for direct access to a series of goods and services that today require a high level of planning or that are difficult to access due to their high cost. For that purpose, the device comprises an LED screen with a series of accessories that together create a mass communication station that permits sharing of information and advertising and incorporates an audio-video system for citizen safety, Wi-Fi, an emergency light, and other services provided by the systems incorporated into the device.

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

Rotational Blur-Free Image Generation

Номер: US20210020079A1
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According to one implementation, an image generation system includes a rotor and a motor for spinning the rotor about an axis of rotation, and a display secured to the rotor. The display includes a display surface and a display aperture, a first privacy s screen situated at the display surface and having a convex curvature relative to light emitted from the display surface, and a second privacy screen situated between the first privacy screen and the display aperture and having a concave curvature relative to light emitted from the display surface. The first privacy screen and the second privacy screen are configured to substantially prevent rotational blur of an image displayed by the display surface while the display is spun by the motor and the rotor. 1. An image generation system comprising:a base including a rotor and a motor for spinning the rotor about an axis of rotation;a display secured to the rotor, wherein the display includes a display surface and a display aperture;a first privacy screen situated at the display surface, the first privacy screen having a convex curvature relative to light emitted from the display surface;a second privacy screen situated between the first privacy screen and the display aperture, the second privacy screen having a concave curvature relative to light emitted from the display surface;wherein the first privacy screen and the second privacy screen are configured to substantially prevent rotational blur of an image displayed by the display surface while the display is spun by the motor and the rotor.2. The image generation system of claim 1 , wherein the display surface is on the axis of rotation.3. The image generation system of claim 1 , wherein a radius of curvature of the first privacy screen and a radius of curvature of the second privacy screen are substantially the same.4. The image generation system of claim 1 , wherein the first privacy screen and the second privacy screen comprise at least one of polycarbonate claim ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

Illumination device and electronic device

Номер: US20190020859A1
Автор: Takeshi Arai
Принадлежит: Sharp Corp

Light is made more expressive by a simple configuration of an illumination device. An illumination device ( 10 ) includes: a projection section on which beams of light which beams are emitted from a first LED ( 1 A) and a second LED ( 1 B), respectively, are to be projected; and a light emission control section ( 3 ) configured to control the first LED ( 1 A) and the second LED ( 1 B) so as to temporally change intensities of the beams of light. The first LED ( 1 A) and the second LED ( 1 B) are provided so that the beams of light which beams are emitted from the first LED ( 1 A) and the second LED ( 1 B), respectively, overlap in part in the projection section, and assuming that a part of the projection section in which part the beams of light overlap is an overlapping part, the light emission control section ( 3 ) changes the intensities of the beams of light so that at least any one of a size, a location, and a shape of the overlapping part is temporally changed.

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

Refraction lens and plate-form structure which has multiple refraction lenses extending therethrough

Номер: US20170023205A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A refraction lens is integrally formed by transparent material including glass and acrylic. The refraction lens includes a body, wherein an incidence face and a light emitting face respectively formed on two opposite sides of the body. In the preferred embodiment, the body is a cylindrical structure, the incidence face is convex structure and the emitting face has at least one collecting unit formed thereon. The at least one collecting unit includes multiple collecting portions arranged in array, wherein each collecting portion is peripherally protruded from the emitting face. Each correcting portion is formed with a curved top for providing a dotted collecting effect.

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29-01-2015 дата публикации

JERSEY HANGER ASSEMBLY AND JERSEY DISPLAY

Номер: US20150027015A1
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A jersey hanger assembly is described. The jersey hanger assembly allows homes, businesses, schools, or other buildings to display an athletic jersey as a symbol of team pride or of support for an athletic team or an individual player on the team. The jersey hanger assembly includes a bracket member. The bracket member includes a receiving member. The jersey hanger assembly includes a pole with first and second opposing ends. The second pole end is insertable into the receiving member. The pole has a curved shape between the first and second opposing ends. 1. A jersey flag display , comprising:a bracket member;the bracket member comprising a receiving member;a pole comprising two or more pole sections that are connected or attached together to form the pole, the pole having first and second opposing ends;the second pole end insertable into the receiving member;the pole having a curved shape between the first and second opposing ends; and, a first layer of material or fabric cut or shaped to resemble an athletic jersey, wherein the first layer forms a front surface of the jersey flag;', 'a second layer of material or fabric cut or shaped to resemble an athletic jersey, wherein the second layer forms a rear surface of the jersey flag;', 'the jersey flag forming a first arm portion and a second arm portion;', "the front surface, the rear surface, or both the front and rear surface of the jersey flag include a team name, team logo, or player's name thereon; and,", 'a sleeve or an open seam in an upper portion of the jersey flag to receive the pole, the sleeve or the open seam extending between the first arm portion and the second arm portion., 'a jersey flag that hangs on the pole, wherein the jersey flag comprises2. The jersey flag display according to claim 1 , wherein the upper portion of the jersey flag further comprising grommets or reinforced openings to receive fasteners claim 1 , wherein the fasteners pass through the grommets or the reinforced openings to ...

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

STOP SIGN BRAKE LIGHT

Номер: US20160027350A1
Автор: Stockton William Carl
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A stop sign brake light for vehicles includes a main body having an octagonal shape, a reflective border and the word STOP that is positioned along the center of the main body. A plurality of lighted elements are along an entirety of the reflective border and the word STOP, and a controller having a wiring harness for connecting to a vehicle power source. 1. A stop sign brake light device , comprising:an octagonal-shaped main body;a border that is disposed along a periphery of the main body;a word STOP that is positioned along a central portion of the main body;a plurality of lighted elements that are disposed along an entirety of the reflective border and the word STOP;a wiring harness that is configured to receive power from a vehicle power system; anda controller that is in communication with each of the wiring harness and the plurality of lighted elements.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein each of the reflective border and the word STOP include a red color.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the border is coated with a reflective material.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the word STOP is coated with a reflective material.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein each of the lighted elements include a light emitting diode.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of lighted elements generate red light.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of lighted elements generate at least two different colors of light.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the controller further includes functionality for causing one or more of the plurality of lighted elements to blink.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the controller further includes functionality for causing two or more of the plurality of lighted elements to light in a pattern.10. The device of claim 1 , further comprising an electrical connector that is disposed along a distal end of the wiring harness claim 1 , said electrical connector functioning to engage a vehicle brake electrical wire.11. The device of ...

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25-01-2018 дата публикации

Rotary switching device

Номер: US20180025864A1
Принадлежит: Sony Corp

[Object] To enable to visually recognizing information displayed on an outer circumferential surface of a member from an axial direction of the member and capable of switching selection elements while viewing the device from the axial direction. [Solution] A rotary switching device includes: a cylindrical first member that includes an outer circumferential surface on which predetermined information is displayed; a second member that is rotatable relative to the first member; a plurality of selection elements among which a selection target is switched in accordance with relative positions of the first member and the second member; a mirror surface part that is formed by a surface disposed around the outer circumferential surface of the first member and intersecting an axial direction of the first member, and that is configured to specularly reflect the information displayed on the outer circumferential surface of the first member to enable the information to be visually recognized from the axial direction of the first member; and an indicating part configured to indicate the selection element that is selected.

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24-04-2014 дата публикации

Heat sink for led light source

Номер: US20140111995A1
Принадлежит: ULTRAVISION HOLDINGS LLC

A back panel for use in a light emitting diode (LED) lighting assembly is disclosed. An extruded substrate formed of a thermally conductive material is provided, the substrate having a plurality of fins extending from a first side of the substrate, each of the fins having a substantially rectangular shape oriented so that a longitudinal axis of the fin is substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the substrate. At least some of the fins include a hole formed through the fin to enable heated air to rise through the fins. A plurality of LEDs are mounted on a second side of the substrate, and oriented in a longitudinal orientation with the fins oriented parallel to the bottom edge of a surface to be illuminated, such that heat rises perpendicular to the surface of the fin.

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

SIGN VENTILATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20160029498A1
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An electronic sign includes a planar lighting module emitting visible light. A cabinet supportingly engages the lighting module. An air chamber is between the cabinet and the lighting module. A vertical partition is within the air chamber and extends between a bottom wall and a top wall of the cabinet, and between the lighting module and a rear wall of the cabinet. The partition divides the air chamber into first and second sections. An electric fan is within the cabinet and transfers air from the first to the second section. The cabinet and/or the lighting module include a plurality of throughholes fluidly interconnecting the air chamber to ambient air. A first subset of the throughholes are more closely fluidly connected to the first section than to the second section. A second subset of the throughholes are more closely fluidly connected to the second section than to the first section. 1. A ventilated electronic sign module , comprising:a substantially planar-shaped lighting module configured to emit light that is visible to a viewer of the sign;a cabinet supportingly engaging the lighting module, the cabinet including a bottom portion, a rear wall, two opposing side walls, a top wall and a bottom wall, the rear wall being disposed opposite the lighting module such that an air chamber is defined between the cabinet and the lighting module;a substantially vertical partition disposed within the air chamber and extending between the bottom wall and the top wall, and between the lighting module and the rear wall, the partition dividing the air chamber into a first section and a second section; andan electric fan disposed within the cabinet and configured to transfer air from the first section to the second section;wherein the cabinet and/or the lighting module include a plurality of throughholes disposed at the bottom portion and fluidly interconnecting the air chamber to ambient air, a first subset of the throughholes being more closely fluidly connected to the ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

BALLOON

Номер: US20180028930A1
Автор: Halliburton James

A balloon comprises a printed display. The printed display comprises: a printed image layer; a blocking layer provided behind selected portions of the printed image layer; and a diffusion layer provided behind at least those portions of the printed image layer not backed by the blocking layer. The blocking layer acts to block illumination of portions of the printed image layer, such that the printed display provides a different appearance when lit primarily from inside the balloon to when lit primarily from outside the balloon. 1. A balloon comprising a printed display , the printed display comprising: a printed image layer; a blocking layer provided behind selected portions of the printed image layer; and a diffusion layer provided behind at least those portions of the printed image layer not backed by the blocking layer , wherein the blocking layer acts to block illumination of the selected portions of the printed image layer when the balloon is lit primarily from its inside , such that the portions of the printed image layer not backed by the blocking layer are highlighted when the balloon is lit primarily from its inside so as to provide a different external appearance to when the balloon is lit primarily from its outside.2. The balloon as claimed in wherein the printed display comprises a transparent or translucent substrate upon which one or more of the layers are printed.3. The balloon as claimed in wherein if the substrate is translucent claim 2 , the substrate comprises the diffusion layer.4. The balloon as claimed in wherein the substrate comprises multiple layers laminated directly to one another.5. The balloon as claimed in wherein the printed image layer claim 4 , diffusion layer and/or the blocking layer are provided on different substrate layers or between substrate layers.6. The balloon as claimed in wherein the printed image layer is provided on the rear side of the substrate7. The balloon as claimed in wherein if the printed image layer is provided ...

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05-02-2015 дата публикации

DETACHABLE VEHICLE-MOUNTED BANNER ASSEMBLY HAVING IMPROVED DISPLAY AND MOUNTING FEATURES

Номер: US20150033604A1
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A detachable vehicle-mounted banner assembly is provided, comprising a banner panel defining two opposing and at least semi-rigid surfaces, the surfaces comprising at least a leading edge; a banner mast comprising a base portion and a flanged portion, the flanged portion comprising an angled leading edge and a trailing slot, the trailing slot being configured to selectively engage at least the leading edge; and a base assembly having a first portion configured for attachment to a vehicle and a second portion configured to attachment relative to the base portion. The base portion is elongate and has a base longitudinal axis about which the banner mast and the banner panel pivot; and the flanged portion of the banner mast extends away from the base portion and has a flange longitudinal axis oriented at an acute angle relative to the base longitudinal axis. A method of mounting the assembly is also provided. 1. A detachable vehicle-mounted banner assembly having improved display and mounting features , said banner assembly comprising:a banner panel defining two opposing and at least semi-rigid surfaces, said surfaces comprising at least a leading edge;a banner mast comprising a base portion and a flanged portion, said flanged portion comprising an angled leading edge and a trailing slot, the trailing slot being configured to selectively engage at least said leading edge of said banner panel; anda base assembly having a first portion configured for attachment adjacent a surface of a vehicle and a second portion configured to attachment relative to said base portion of said banner mast, said base portion of said banner mast is elongate and has a base longitudinal axis about which the banner mast and the banner panel pivot; and', 'said flanged portion of said banner mast extends away from said base portion, is elongate, and has a flange longitudinal axis oriented at an acute angle relative to said base longitudinal axis., 'wherein2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein said ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

Stanchion capable of providing prompted information

Номер: US20170032720A1
Принадлежит: Union Precision Hardware Co ltd

A stanchion capable of providing prompted information comprises a post and a prompt device disposed in the post. The prompt device senses the queuing state and outputs the prompted information corresponding to the queuing state. Hence, the stanchion offers information favorable for the queue such as waiting time and other helpful functions available for being applied to prompt people in the queue as well in addition to partitioning the moving line of the queue.

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

Traffic Sign Mountable Light Panels

Номер: US20180033259A1
Принадлежит: Mor Manufacturing Corp

A system for detecting a vehicle traveling a designated direction of travel on a roadway includes a sign having a front surface and a back surface. The sign may include a sign boundary marker that is different in color than a color of the front surface. One or more light panels such as an LED light panel is affixed to the sign such as to its front surface. The light emitting elements may lie below a top plane of the light panel. A color of a top surface of the light panel matches a color on the front surface of the sign over which the light panel is placed. A vehicle motion detector or proximity detector is oriented in a direction and has a detection zone for detecting moving vehicles in proximity to the sign. The detector illuminates the lights of the light panel after detecting a moving vehicle in proximity to the sign.

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

Dual Mode Aircraft Indicator Sign

Номер: US20180033346A1
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A device for forming a dynamic image on an aircraft sign includes a plurality of light sources, an input power line, a first timer and a second timer both connected to an enable input and a plurality of delay circuits each connected to a different one of the light sources. The system also includes a counter having a plurality of counter outputs, the counter receiving a counting pulse from the first timer in a dynamic mode of operation and disable signal from the second timer after expiration of a preset time, the expiration of the preset time causing the device to transfer from the dynamic mode to a static mode where each of the plurality of light sources are simultaneously illuminated. 1. A device for forming a dynamic image on an aircraft sign , the device including:a plurality of light sources;an input power line;a first timer and a second timer both connected to an enable input;a plurality of delay circuits each connected to a different one of the light sources;a counter having a plurality of counter outputs, the counter receiving a counting pulse from the first timer in a dynamic mode of operation and disable signal from the second timer after expiration of a preset time, the expiration of the preset time causing the device to transfer from the dynamic mode to a static mode where each of the plurality of light sources are simultaneously illuminated; anda plurality of selector elements each coupled to the input power line and a different one of the plurality of counter outputs, each of the plurality of the selector elements having an output connected to an input of a different one of the plurality of delay circuits, each selector element causing power to be passed to the delay circuit to which it is attached for a time period determined by the counter output connected to it.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the counter provides a high level output in succession to each counter output that causes the light sources to be selected illuminated in the dynamic mode.3 ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

LOCAL LIGHT-EMITTING ROAD SIGN BOARD APPARATUS

Номер: US20180033347A1
Автор: MYUNG Beom-Young
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A local light-emitting road sign board apparatus is disclosed. Local light-emitting panels, displaying road guides in the form of a character, numeral, symbol, or figure, are independently inserted and installed in openings for road sign units that are provided in a main substrate. A sub substrate and a retroreflective sheet are laminated and bonded on each local light-emitting panel so as to form a road sign unit. A retroreflective sheet is also bonded on the main substrate so as to form the background of a road sign unit. When one of road sign units fails, it is possible to simply separate, repair or replace, and reinstall only the failed road sign unit while leaving the others intact. 113-. (canceled)14. A local light-emitting road sign board apparatus comprising:a main substrate formed with one or more openings and provided for a background of a road sign;a local light-emitting road sign set comprising one or more local light-emitting panels, each of which emitting light generated by a light source forwards through a light guide plate, emitting locally only at road guide sign portion (‘road sign portion’) displaying road guides by letter, number, symbol, or figure among an entire area of the light guide plate but not at remaining portion (‘sign background’) that is a background for the road sign portion, wherein the one or more local light-emitting panels are inserted and installed at a front of the main substrate one by one at the one or more openings, so as to display road guide information of a road over all;a fixing means for fixing to the main substrate each of the local light-emitting panels inserted and installed at each opening at the front of the main substrate and for allowing a specific local light-emitting panel to be detached from the main substrate with the other local light-emitting panels left in place; anda substrate cover sheet attached to the surface for covering the main substrate and the sign background leaving the road sign portion only to ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

DUAL DISPLAY FLAG SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20180033350A1
Автор: Rios Bautista
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A dual display flag is disclosed herein. The dual display flag includes a banner, and a mount. The banner includes a first-side, a second-side, and a length which define the banner. The first-side is configured to display a first-indicia and the second-side is configured to display a second-indicia, where the first-indicia and second-indicia differ in appearance. The first-indicia and the second-indicia each comprise an identifying symbol for a territory. At least one edge of the banner is structured and arranged to removably affix the banner to a mount, the mount is configured to display the banner. At least one edge of the banner includes an affixer, the affixer configured to affix the dual display flag to the mount. 1. A dual display flag , said dual display flag comprising:a banner having a first-side configured to display a first-indicia, a second-side configured to display a second-indicia, and a length defining said banner;wherein said first-indicia and said second-indicia differ in appearance; andwherein at least one edge of said banner is structured and arranged to removably affix said banner to a mount, said mount configured to display said banner.2. The dual display flag of claim 1 , wherein said at least one edge of said banner comprises at least one affixer claim 1 , said affixer configured to affix said dual display flag to said mount.3. The dual display flag of claim 2 , wherein said first-indicia and said second-indicia each comprises an identifying symbol for a territory.4. The dual display flag of claim 3 , wherein said first-indicia and said territory comprises a country.5. The dual display flag of claim 3 , wherein said first-indicia and said territory comprises a state.6. The dual display flag of claim 2 , wherein said first-indicia and said second-indicia each comprises a logo identifying a sports team.7. The dual display flag of claim 2 , wherein said first-indicia and said second-indicia each comprises an emblem.8. The dual display flag of ...

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31-01-2019 дата публикации

BACKLIT DISPLAY ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190032896A1
Автор: Su Lu, Su Samuel Yuehli
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A display assembly having a first backlit display including a first panel with a first color image formed thereon, the first color image including a first transparent portion of a first color and a second transparent portion of a second color, a second panel including a first transparent portion of a first color and an opaque portion so that light from the light source does not pass through a corresponding portion of the first panel, and a light source that emits at least a first color light and a second color light, wherein the first color of the first transparent portion of the first panel is a different color than the first color of the first transparent portion of the second panel, and light from the light source passes through the first transparent portions of both the first panel and the second panel. 1. A display assembly , comprising: a first image formed thereon, the first image including a first transparent portion of a first color and a second transparent portion of a second color that differs from the first color of the first transparent portion of the first panel;', 'a second image including a first transparent portion of a first color, the second image being aligned with the first image so that the first transparent portion of the first image is aligned with the first transparent portion of the second image; and', 'a light source that emits at least a first color light and a second color light,', 'wherein the first color of the first transparent portion of the first image is a different color than the first color of the first transparent portion of the second image, and light from the light source passes through the first transparent portions of both the first image and the second image., 'a first panel including'}, 'a first backlit display, including'}2. The display assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first image is printed on a first side of the first panel and the second image is printed on an opposite second side of the first panel.3. The display ...

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05-02-2015 дата публикации

Lighting Arrangement, in Particular for Escape Route Lighting

Номер: US20150036340A1
Принадлежит: Zumtobel Lighting GmbH Austria

In a lighting arrangement, in particular for escape route lighting, comprising a light source and an optical element assigned to the light source, said optical element being designed to emit asymmetrically the light emitted by the associated light source, the optical element can be positioned in different ways.

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31-01-2019 дата публикации

LIGHTED DISPLAY DEVICE

Номер: US20190035312A1
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A display device has a holder and a display member through which light can be transmitted, and upon which a light indicia can be displayed. The holder includes a body having a hollow interior, a power source, a control member and a light source disposed within the hollow interior. The holder also includes a display member receiving aperture disposed adjacent to the light source and configured for permitting light emitted from the light source to be transmitted into the display member so that the light emitted by the light source can travel through the display member and illuminate the indicia. 1. A display device comprisinga holder member and a display member through which light can be transmitted and upon which a lighted indicia can be displayed.the holder member including a body having a hollow interior, a power source, a control member and a light emitting light source disposed within the hollow interior, and a display member receiving aperture disposed adjacent to the light source and configured for permitting light emitted from the light source to be transmitted into the display member so that the light emitted by the light source can travel through the display member and illuminate the indicia.2. The display device of further comprising a switch member for selectively controlling the flow of electricity between the power source and the light source for controlling illumination of the display.3. The display device of further comprising a coupler configured for selectively releasably engaging the display member for the controlled attachment and detachment of the display member to the holder member.4. The display device of wherein the display member includes at least one ramp receiving portion claim 3 , and the coupler includes at one spring loaded ramp member configured for engaging the ramp receiving portion.5. The display device of wherein the spring loaded ramp member includes a bendable tongue portion and a ramp portion coupled to an end of the bendable ...

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12-02-2015 дата публикации

ENERGY HYBRID ILLUMINATED SIGNAGE APPARATUS

Номер: US20150042493A1
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An illuminated signage apparatus operable in high ambient light environments and in low ambient light environments comprises a first light source () operable in high ambient light environments and a second light source () operable in low ambient light environments. It includes means to detect a relevant ambient light environment threshold and means to switch between the operation of the first () and second light sources (). 1. An illuminated signage apparatus operable in high ambient light environments and in low ambient light environments comprising a first light source operable in high ambient light environments , a second light source operable in low ambient light environments , means to detect a relevant ambient light environment threshold and means to switch between the operation of the first and second light sources.2. An illuminated signage apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , in which the first light source operable in high ambient light environments is a three dimensional lighting means and the second light source operable in low ambient light environments is a planar or thin film two dimensional lighting means.3. An illuminated signage apparatus as claimed in claim 2 , in which the three dimensional lighting means comprises at least one incandescent light bulb claim 2 , a light emitting diode or an optical fibre.4. An illuminated signage apparatus as claimed in claim 2 , in which the planar or thin film two dimensional lighting means comprises at least one layer of inorganic electroluminescent material claim 2 , organic electroluminescent material claim 2 , light emitting plasma or light emitting crystal.5. An illuminated signage apparatus as claimed in or claim 2 , comprising a first power source and a first rigid or flexible substrate on which the first light source is mounted and a means for connecting the first power source to the first rigid or flexible substrate; a second power source and a second rigid or flexible substrate comprising at least one ...

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11-02-2016 дата публикации

Sign Module with Rigid Faceplate

Номер: US20160042673A1
Принадлежит: PriceVision Inc.

A sign module with a rigid faceplate is disclosed. The sign module also includes a printed circuit board having a plurality of light sources attached to the rigid faceplate. The rigid faceplate includes a plurality of transparent regions which are aligned with the plurality of light sources. Fastening mechanisms fasten the printed circuit board and the rigid faceplate. The sign module are attached to a sign face of an electronic sign. Generally the sign face has a decorated region and a display region. The sign module is attached to the display region. The rigid face plate can be colored to match the decorated region to form an electronic sign with a unique appearance. 1. A sign module comprising:a printed circuit board having a plurality of light sources;a rigid faceplate having a plurality of transparent regions;a first plurality of threaded bolts attached to the back of the rigid faceplate;a first plurality of nuts attached to the first plurality of threaded bolts, wherein the first plurality of threaded bolts and the first plurality of nuts attach the rigid faceplate to the printed circuit board; andwherein the transparent regions of the rigid faceplate are aligned with the light sources of the printed circuit board.2. The sign module of claim 1 , wherein the rigid faceplate is made of aluminum.3. The sign module of claim 2 , wherein the transparent regions of the rigid faceplates are holes in the rigid faceplate.4. The sign module of claim 1 , wherein the first plurality of threaded bolts are welded to the back of the rigid faceplate.5. The sign module of claim 1 , claim 1 , wherein the first plurality of threaded bolts have no protrusions on the front of the rigid faceplate.6. The sign module of claim 5 , wherein the threaded bolts pass through the printed circuit board.7. The sign module of claim 1 , attached to a sign face having a decorated region and a display region claim 1 , wherein the sign module is aligned with the display region.8. The sign module of ...

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12-02-2015 дата публикации

Multi-Purpose Tailgate Sign device

Номер: US20150043231A1
Автор: Clark John T.
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An apparatus having a plurality of multi-colored light emitting diodes (LEDs) or another visual display system for signage and visual communication. A unique device which, as an illuminated sign, can be rapidly deployed in response to relatively quickly changing conditions and used for many uses such as traffic control from vehicles such as pick-up truck tailgates. It includes (a) a display system; (b) a way to power and control the display; (c) a manner to interconnect the power and control to the display; and (d) a way to removably mount the display to the tailgate or doors of a vehicle such as a pick-up truck whereby the Multi-Purpose Tailgate Sign device is used to safely and quickly deploy a display or signage with a vehicle such as a work truck. 1. A multi-purpose tailgate sign device comprised of:{'b': '59', '(a) a display system ();'}{'b': 64', '59, '(b) a means () to power and control the display ();'}{'b': 54', '55', '56', '59, '(c) a means (A) to interconnect the power () and control () to the display (); and'}{'b': 38', '59', '41', '40, '(d) a means () to removably mount the display () to the tailgate () and doors of a vehicle (such as a pick-up truck ())'}whereby the multi-purpose tailgate sign device is used to safely and quickly deploy a display or signage with a vehicle such as a work truck.26459. The device in wherein the means () to power and control the display () is comprised of:{'b': '53', '(a) a connection to the trailer power receptacle (), a vehicle battery, an auxiliary or supplemental battery, a vehicle or supplemental generator/alternator or a power cord and transformer to an alternating current source (residential or commercial);'}{'b': '57', '(b) main controls () (CPU, Circuitry with Inputs—(Keyboard, Phone, Etc.); and alternatively'}{'b': 60', '61', '62', '63', '62', '57, '(c) a remote controller (); connections () (such as Infrared, wireless, Wire); and a remote display ()(In-Cab, Phone, Etc.) connect () on remote display () to main ...

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

Home environment regulation system based on furniture having display devices and control method thereof

Номер: US20200037760A1
Автор: Houhua HAN
Принадлежит: Individual

A home environment regulation system and a control method, comprising pieces of furniture (1) arranged in a home environment. Each piece of furniture (1) comprises a furniture body (11) and a display device. An accommodating cavity (13) is provided within the furniture body (11). A transparent body (12) is provided on the surface of the furniture body (11). The transparent body (12) is provided at an opening of the accommodating cavity (13). The display device is provided within the accommodating cavity (13). The display device comprises a picture display module (14) and a driver module (15). The picture display module (14) is connected to the driver module (15). The picture display module (14) is provided with display pictures of various colors and images. The display pictures on the picture display module (14) face the transparent body (12).

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

FLAG/TEAM WAVE SYSTEM

Номер: US20170039903A1
Автор: MOKROS ROBERT K.
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A vertically oriented support member has a circumference. A flag has an interior edge and an exterior edge separated by a length. The flag has an upper edge and a lower edge separated by a height. The flag has a first surface and a second surface. First fasteners are on the first surface adjacent to the interior edge of the flag. Second fasteners are on the first surface parallel with and laterally spaced from the interior edge. The second fasteners are spaced from the first fasteners by a distance at least equal to the circumference of the support member. A portion of the flag between the first fasteners and second fasteners is secured to and encompasses the support member. Indicia is provided on the flag. The indicia is closer to the exterior edge than to the interior edge. 1. A flag/team wave system comprising:a vertically oriented support member having a circumference; anda flag having an interior edge and an exterior edge separated by a length, the flag having an upper edge and a lower edge separated by a height, the flag having a first surface and a second surface, first fasteners on the first surface adjacent to the interior edge, a second strip of fasteners on the first surface parallel with and laterally spaced from the interior edge, the second strip of hook and loop fasteners being spaced from the first strip of hook and loop fasteners by a distance at least equal to the circumference of the support member, a portion of the flag between the first strip of hook and loop fasteners and second strip of fasteners being secured to and encompassing the support member, indicia on the flag closer to the exterior edge than to the interior edge.2. The system as set forth in wherein the support member is a forward post of a golf cart and the distance between the first and second strips of fasteners is from 5 to 6 inches.3. The system as set forth in and further including indicia in the form of a handicap symbol.4100104108. The system () as set forth in wherein the ...

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

LED Light Tubes, Light Boxes Including LED Light Tubes And Methods For Installation Of LED Light Tubes In Light Boxes

Номер: US20220057051A1
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Light emitting diode (LED) light tubes having rotatable end cap assemblies are described. The LED light tubes include a hollow tube and a circuit board with LED chips thereon. The end cap assemblies are provided on either end of the tube. Each end cap assembly includes a socket cap, a plug having a plug body and at least one connector, and an end cap body, one end of which engages one of the ends of the hollow tube. A cam locking mount that is positioned within the plug body and on the opposite side has projections to be positioned in the bore of the end cap body. A rotation cam is seated in the cam locking mount and provides for controlled rotation of the LED tube relative to the end caps. Methods of installing the LED light tubes in new installations and retrofit installations and for use in sign assemblies are also described. 1. A light emitting diode (LED) light tube comprising:a tubular body defining an elongated longitudinal axis, a central hollow passageway extending longitudinally there through, at least one longitudinally extending channel formed on an outer surface, and two opposing tube ends;a series of individual LEDs aligned on a support in a spaced relationship and in electrical communication with one another, the support for the series of LEDs secured within the at least one channel, and the series of LEDs having electrical connections positioned adjacent at least one of the tube ends;{'claim-text': ['a first portion axially fastened to one of the tube ends, and', {'claim-text': ['engaging portions for controlled rotation of the relative rotational movement of the first and second portions, and', 'a stop feature to limit the amount of relative rotation of the first and second portions; and'], '#text': 'a second portion axially secured to the first portion and rotatable relative to the first portion about the longitudinal axis of the tubular body, the first and second portions having'}], '#text': 'two end cap assemblies, one of the end cap assemblies ...

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

A warning device for a vehicle

Номер: US20200039422A1
Автор: Stephen Wornham
Принадлежит: Road Safety Designs Ltd

A warning device for a vehicle comprising a number plate support portion for supporting a number plate. The warning device further comprises a warning indicator. The number plate support portion is movably attached to the warning indicator. The number plate support portion is moveable from a first position covering the warning indicator to a second position revealing the warning indicator. Further, the warning device comprises a number plate support portion pivotably attached to the warning Indicator such that the number plate support portion and the warning device fold together and fold apart when the number plate support portion is moved between the first position and the second position.

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19-02-2015 дата публикации

Luminescent planar sheet

Номер: US20150047238A1
Автор: MICHAEL SHIPMAN
Принадлежит: Individual

A luminescent planar sheet is constructed to provide illuminated alphanumeric characters particularly suitable for mounting upon the planar surfaces of a vehicle. Preferably the luminescent planar sheet can produce visible light, infrared light, or both. A switching system is connected to the luminescent planar panels for selectively controlling power to produce visible light and/or infrared light. The luminescent planar sheet includes a protective coating which permits the passage of both visible light and infrared light, but substantially blocks most or all ultraviolet light.

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16-02-2017 дата публикации

Shaped-Array LED License Plate Display

Номер: US20170043711A1
Автор: Goeloe Glen
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Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for a license-plate-sized enclosure that includes translucent and opaque films with personalized images and a printed circuit board. The license plate enclosure may incorporate shaped-arrays of LEDs that are substantially conformed to the shape of the translucent portions of the films and are used to illuminate the translucent portions. 1. An LED license plate display comprising:a printed circuit board with an LED array;a housing configured to house the printed circuit board with the LED array;side vents positioned on sidewalls of the housing, the side vents being upwardly angled;drainage vents positioned a lower sidewall of the housing;a translucent film configured to cover a front surface of the housing;an opaque film configured to cover portions of the translucent film.2. The display of claim 1 , wherein the LED array is customizable.3. The display of claim 1 , wherein the printed circuit board is positioned on a rear surface of the housing claim 1 , and the LED array extends into an internal chamber within the housing.4. The display of claim 3 , wherein the side vents and the drainage vents are vertically aligned.5. The display of claim 1 , wherein the side vents are configured to dissipate heat generated by the printed circuit board with the LED array.6. The display of claim 1 , wherein the drainage vents are positioned perpendicularly to a longitudinal axis of the display.7. The display of claim 1 , further comprising a backing plate to be positioned behind a rear surface of the housing.8. The display of claim 1 , wherein the display is configured to be coupled with an automobile.9. The display of claim 1 , wherein the printed circuit board claim 1 , housing claim 1 , configured to allow the display to be press fit to an automobile.10. The display of claim 9 , wherein the mounting brackets are configured to allow the display to be press fit to an automobile.11. The display of claim 1 , wherein the LED ...

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

TRAFFIC SIGN BOARD EASILY IDENTIFIABLE DURING DAY AND NIGHT

Номер: US20190043352A1
Автор: BAEK Woon-Hoi
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A traffic sign board easily identifiable during day and night is provided. The traffic sign board which is easily identified at night includes a flickering operation of a backlight installed inside a frame, and easily identified by a driver during day even on a secluded country road or a deserted road due to flickering of light emitting diode (LED) light projected to a front side through a reflective sheet while the backlight is switched off. 1. A traffic sign board comprising: a plurality of through-holes and a sign part formed by perforating the EC film in a shape of a symbol, a character, or a number;', 'a reflective sheet onto which the EC film is attached such that the perforated symbol or character forms an engraved configuration; and', 'a board to which the reflective sheet is attached;, 'a sign board including an electrochromic film (EC film) comprisinga frame, one side of which is opened to form an inner space in the frame, and mounted thereon with the sign board;a backlight mounted at an inner side of the frame;a light emitting diode (LED) unit having a plurality of LEDs installed on an inner edge of the frame at a predetermined interval;a control board connected to the backlight and the LEDs to switch an on/off operation from the backlight to the LED unit or from the LED unit to the backlight, such that the LED flickers during day to allow light of the LED to be projected out of the through-hole of the EC film, and the backlight flickers through surface light emission at night; anda power management board connected to the control board to control power supply to the backlight or the LED.2. The traffic sign board of claim 1 ,wherein the power management board has one side connected to a solar battery, which converts light energy into electric energy, and an opposite side connected to a storage battery,wherein the power management board controls a power accumulated in the solar battery to be applied and charged to the storage battery when the solar battery ...

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SUPPORTING A BANNER

Номер: US20190043391A1
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Banner supports and processes for making and using same. In some examples, a banner support can include at least one end connector having body which defines an aperture that is sized to allow a t-post to extend through the aperture, the end connector including at least one tab and an elongate support structure configured for connecting to a top edge of a banner and having a strength capable at least of supporting the banner, the support structure having an end with an end opening that is configured to selectively receive the end connector tab for attaching the end connector to the support structure in a locked position, and configured to selectively release the tab to at least partially detach the end connector from the support structure. 1. A method for supporting a banner , comprising:installing a first t-post at first position with a first t-post first end extending away from the ground;installing a second t-post at a second position, at a spaced apart distance from the first position, with a second t-post first end extending away from the ground;placing a first end connector over the first t-post first end and positioning the first end connector between two studs of the first t-post that are spaced apart from one another and spaced apart from the first t-post first end;placing a second end connector over the second t-post second end and positioning the second end connector between two studs of the second t-post that are spaced apart from one another and spaced apart from the second t-post first end;inserting a first end connector tab of the first end connector into a first end of an elongate support structure and securing the first end connector tab of the first end connector in the first end of the support structure such that the first end of the support structure and the first end connector cooperate to maintain the first end connector between the two studs of the first t-post to support the first end of the support structure;inserting a first end connector ...

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16-02-2017 дата публикации

FLAG MOUNT BRACKET SYSTEMS

Номер: US20170046989A1
Автор: Butler, III George H.
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Flag mount bracket system for improved installation of a flag into a bracket safely from ground level without the need for a ladder comprising a spring tension mount or ratchet mount and a specialized raising and lowering pole. 1) A flag mount system , relating to a user's capability to post and retrieve at least one flag at a height greater than the hand-reach of the user while standing upon the ground , comprising:a) at least one flag-pole receiver structured and arranged to receive posting of the at least one flag on at least one flag pole;b) at least one surface mount structured and arranged to mount on at least one substantially vertical surface at a height greater than the hand-reach of the user;c) at least one flag-pole retainer structured and arranged to retain at least one end of such at least one flag pole in said at least one flag-pole receiver until the user retrieves the at least one flag; andd) at least one connector structured and arranged to connect said at least one flag-pole receiver and said at least one surface mount;e) wherein said at least one connector comprises at least one rotation permitter structured and arranged to permit rotation of said at least one flag-pole receiver of at least 90 degrees; i) a full-mast raised position of the at least one flag,', 'ii) a half-mast raised position of the at least one flag, and', 'iii) a lowered position of the at least one flag;, 'f) wherein such rotation comprises'}g) wherein after posting the at least one flag, upward movement of such at least one flag pole by the user rotates said at least one flag-pole receiver toward at least one raised position of such full-mast raised position and such half-mast raised position; i) at least one position maintainer structured and arranged to maintain such at least one raised position until released, and', 'ii) at least one position releaser structured and arranged to release such at least one raised position and permitting lowering of said at least one flag-pole ...

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15-02-2018 дата публикации

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Display Method, Apparatus, and Medium

Номер: US20180047319A1
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An advertising apparatus comprises an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) having at least one motor, and at least one propeller operably connected to said at least one motor for providing vertical lift to said UAV, and a three-dimensional advertising assembly operably attached to said UAV, said advertising assembly comprising a display medium for providing a non-planar, viewable display for conveying at least one image to a viewer. 1. An advertising apparatus comprising:an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) comprising at least one motor, and at least one propeller operably connected to said at least one motor for providing vertical lift to said UAV; andan advertising assembly operably attached to said UAV, said advertising assembly comprising a display medium for providing greater than 180 degrees of viewable display, for conveying at least one image to a viewer.2. The advertising apparatus of wherein said display medium further comprises a permeable material for reducing the effect of wind on said advertising apparatus to provide greater flight control of said advertising apparatus.3. The advertising apparatus of wherein said advertising assembly further comprises a cylinder claim 1 , such that said display medium provides 360 degrees of viewable display.4. The advertising apparatus of further comprising at least one projector for projecting at least one image on said display medium.5. The advertising apparatus of wherein said projector(s) projects a video image on said display medium.6. The advertising apparatus of wherein said at least one image is imprinted on said display medium.7. The advertising apparatus of further comprising at least one light for illuminating said display medium.8. The advertising apparatus of further comprising a processor for controlling said at least one image.9. The advertising apparatus of wherein said display medium comprises LEDs for displaying said at least one image.10. The advertising apparatus of wherein said processor controls said LEDs ...

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14-02-2019 дата публикации

PRODUCT DISPLAY SHELF, SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20190045947A1
Автор: Burns Alistair Gordon
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A product display shelf, system and method are disclosed. The product display system includes a shelf unit having a back shelf portion and a front shelf portion. The back shelf portion includes a first connecting element for releasably attaching the back shelf portion to an electrically powered support member, and the front shelf portion includes a second connecting element for releasably attaching the front shelf portion to the back shelf portion. The front shelf portion can also include a body portion and a display panel connected to or integral with the body portion, suitable for displaying information to a user. 1. A product display system comprising:a shelf unit comprising a back shelf portion and a front shelf portion, the back shelf portion and the front shelf portion releasably attached to each other to form a shelf wherein both of the back and front shelf portions are configured to provide support for a product to be displayed,wherein the back shelf portion comprises a first connecting element for releasably attaching the back shelf portion to a support member, and the front shelf portion comprises a second connecting element for releasably attaching the front shelf portion to the back shelf portion.2. A product display system according to wherein the second connecting element of the front shelf portion is configured such that release of the front shelf portion from the back shelf portion results in total disconnection of the front shelf portion and the back shelf portion.3. A product display system according to further comprising an additional front shelf portion configured to be interchangeable with the front shelf portion claim 1 , the back shelf portion and the additional front shelf portion releasably attachable to each other to form a shelf wherein both of the back and additional front shelf portions are configured to provide support for a product to be displayed claim 1 , wherein the additional front shelf portion comprises a second connecting ...

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25-02-2021 дата публикации

CONTAINER SLEEVE APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USING SAME

Номер: US20210052097A1
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A container sleeve apparatus includes an arcuate or cylindrical body that can be positioned on a cylindrical or conical container, such as a tumbler, cup, can or bottle. A transparent or translucent insert section that can be releasably attached to the sleeve body. The sleeve body can be made of a non-slip, elastic material, such as neoprene rubber. The insert section can be made of plastic, and can include a logo printed or engraved thereon. The apparatus can include a light emitting device that illuminates the transparent/translucent insert section. 1. A container apparatus comprising:(a) a container adapted for containing a beverage, the container comprising a base and a sidewall extending upwardly from the base, the sidewall having a top edge defining an opening in the container; and(b) a light assembly comprising at least one light emitting device contained within a housing releasably attached to the container proximate the base, the at least one light emitting device positioned to emit light upwardly into the container.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the light emitting device comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of a flexible printed circuit board claim 1 , a light emitting diode claim 1 , and an illuminated fiber optic cable.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the light assembly comprises a power source contained within housing and operatively connected to the light emitting device to supply power to the light emitting device.4. The apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the power source comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of a battery and a solar cell.5. The apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the light assembly further comprises an on/off mechanism operatively connected to the light emitting device claim 3 , wherein engaging the on/off mechanism causes the light emitting device to emit light.6. The apparatus according to claim 5 , wherein the on/off mechanism comprises at least ...

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13-02-2020 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR AN ILLUMINATED SUN VISOR

Номер: US20200047685A1
Автор: Eide Troy
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A vehicle sun visor is disclosed. The sun visor has a panel. The panel having a display portion and an energy source and is communicably coupled to a computing device. the computing device determines a message to be illuminated on the panel and sends the message to the panel by a signal. After receiving the signal at the panel, the message is displayed on the panel. The panel is hinged such that it can be displayed to external viewers. 1. A vehicle sun visor , the sun visor comprising:a panel, the panel having a display portion and an energy source;the panel being communicably coupled to a computing device;the computing device determining a message to be illuminated on the panel and sending the message to the panel by a signal;receiving the signal at the panel, andlighting the lamps based on the message received.2. The vehicle sun visor of claim 1 , wherein the panel further comprises a USB port.3. The vehicle sun visor of claim 1 , wherein the panel is coupled to the cigarette outlet for power.4. The vehicle sun visor of claim 1 , wherein the panel displays a driver's name.5. The vehicle sun visor of claim 1 , wherein the panel displays a rider's name.6. The vehicle sun visor of claim 1 , herein the panel is mounted to the vehicle sun visor by clips.7. The vehicle sun visor of claim 1 , herein the panel is mounted to the vehicle sun visor by Velcro.8. The vehicle sun visor of claim 1 , herein the lamps are light emitting diodes (LEDs).9. The vehicle sun visor of claim 1 , herein the panel is communicably coupled to the computing device by wireless connection.10. The vehicle sun visor of claim 9 , wherein the wireless connection is WiFi.11. The vehicle sun visor of claim 1 , wherein the panel further comprises an internal battery.12. A method for displaying information on a vehicle sun visor claim 1 , comprising the steps of:hingedly attaching a panel onto the vehicle sun visor;connecting the panel to a computing device;receiving a signal indicating a message from ...

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03-03-2022 дата публикации

PNEUMATIC FLAGPOLE

Номер: US20220068172A1
Автор: Hayes Michael M.
Принадлежит: Air Flag International, LLC

A pneumatic flagpole to which a vertically oriented flag is selectively attachable, the flagpole including a vertically elongate wall surrounding an elongate interior space through which air flows vertically upward, the wall having an exterior wall surface over which is positioned a flag selectively attached to the flagpole; and wherein the wall is provided with a plurality of vertically spaced apertures, each of the apertures extending between the interior space and the exterior wall surface, the flag is positioned adjacent to the apertures, and is engaged by air expelled from the interior space through the apertures, whereby the flag is caused to fly.

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25-02-2016 дата публикации

Light flux controlling member, light emitting device and illumination apparatus

Номер: US20160053971A1
Автор: Masayo Takizawa
Принадлежит: Enplas Corp

A light flux controlling member includes an incidence surface, a reflection surface and an emission surface. The incidence surface includes a top surface and a side surface. The top surface is divided by a first plane into a first top surface and a second top surface. In the cross-section taken along a second plane including the central axis and perpendicular to the first plane, an angle between the tangent to the first top surface and the central axis is larger than an average angle between the tangent to the second top surface and the central axis. The emission surface includes a first emission surface and a second emission surface. In the cross-section taken along the second plane, an average angle between the tangent to the first emission surface and the central axis is smaller than an average angle between the tangent to the second emission surface and the central axis.

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26-02-2015 дата публикации

LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE EDGE LIGHTED AIRFIELD GUIDANCE SIGN

Номер: US20150055370A1
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A light-emitting diode (LED) airfield guidance sign is disclosed herein. The sign can include a waveguide having a first face and a first fastening mechanism disposed on a first outer perimeter of the waveguide adjacent to the first face. The sign can also include a front panel coupled to the first outer perimeter adjacent to the first face of the waveguide. The sign can further include at least one first LED array disposed adjacent to an edge of a plurality of edges of the waveguide, where the edge of the waveguide is substantially orthogonal to the first face of the waveguide. The sign can also include a pair of side frame supports that secures two opposing edges of the plurality of edges of the waveguide and the front panel. The sign can further include a power source that provides power to the at least one first LED array. 1. A light-emitting diode (LED) airfield guidance sign , comprising:a waveguide comprising a first face and a first fastening mechanism disposed on a first outer perimeter of the waveguide adjacent to the first face;a front panel coupled to the first outer perimeter adjacent to the first face of the waveguide;at least one first LED array disposed adjacent to an edge of a plurality of edges of the waveguide, wherein the edge of the waveguide is substantially orthogonal to the first face of the waveguide;a pair of side frame supports that secures two opposing edges of the plurality of edges of the waveguide and the front panel;a bottom frame support that secures a bottom edge of the plurality of edges of the waveguide and the front panel;a top frame support that secures a top edge of the plurality of edges of the waveguide and the front panel, wherein the top edge opposes the bottom edge; anda power source that provides power to the at least one first LED array.2. The LED airfield guidance sign of claim 1 , wherein the fastening mechanism is an adhesive claim 1 , and wherein the front panel is coupled to the first outer perimeter of the ...

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25-02-2021 дата публикации

SOLAR PANEL LIGHTING FOR HOUSE NUMBER DEVICE

Номер: US20210056875A1
Автор: Zinsou Calixte A
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An illustrated view of an exemplary house number lighting device for providing illumination of an identifier to identify a house is presented. The exemplary house number lighting device is useful for replacing a current numbering apparatus for a house that is either unreadable or is difficult to read resulting in people can cause traffic concerns by slowing down or stopping to verify a house number, going to the wrong house or becoming frustrated finding particular house and not going to the house. Thus, the exemplary house number lighting device is useful for providing twenty-four (24) hour visibility of the house number of a house. The device has a panel, a solar panel and one or more housing numbers. An awning like structure overhangs a front of the panel where the numbers are located. The solar panel is coupled to the top of the panel and powers one or more lights that are coupled under the awning portion of the top of the panel for illuminating the numbers when it is low-light. 1. A house number lighting device for lighting house numbers , the device comprising:a panel, the panel having a back, a front and a top;an awning, the awning being coupled the top of the panel, wherein the awning being extended past the front of the panel;one or more lights, wherein the one or more lights being coupled to the awning, wherein the one or more lights being on a second side of the awning of the top of the panel;a photocell sensing device, wherein the photocell sensing device is configured for illuminating the one or more lights in low-lights environments;one or more identifiers, the one or more identifiers for uniquely identifying a house, and wherein the one or more identifiers being removably coupled to the front of the panel; anda solar panel, the solar panel being for providing electrical energy to the one or more lights.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the device being a rectangular shape.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the one or more lights being light emitting ...

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23-02-2017 дата публикации

PORTABLE DISPLAY APPARATUSES

Номер: US20170053572A1
Автор: Moore Douglas A.

Apparatuses for providing a portable display, such as temporary signage or telepresence communication capabilities, as well as methods for providing a portable display are described. A portable display apparatus includes a base, a collapsible component extending from the base and a plurality of light emitting devices coupled to the collapsible component. The collapsible component is configured to transition from a collapsed position to an extended position. The plurality of light emitting devices are arranged in a movable configuration such that, when the collapsible component is in the extended position, the plurality of light emitting devices rotate around the collapsible component and selectively illuminate to provide a display. 1. A portable display apparatus comprising:a base;a collapsible component having a proximal portion coupled to the base and a distal portion that is extendible from the base, wherein the collapsible component is configured to transition from a collapsed position to an extended position; anda display assembly coupled between the distal portion of the collapsible component and the base, wherein the display assembly is arranged in a movable configuration such that, when the collapsible component is in the extended position, the display assembly rotates around the collapsible component and selectively illuminates to display one or more images.2. The portable display apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an imaging device claim 1 , wherein the imaging device captures images of an area adjacent to the portable display apparatus.3. The portable display apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the base comprises at least one wheel that allows the portable display apparatus to move.4. The portable display apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the base comprises one or more flying components that allow the portable display apparatus to fly.5. The portable display apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the one or more flying components include a helicopter assembly.6. ...

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23-02-2017 дата публикации

FLAG MOUNT BRACKET SYSTEMS

Номер: US20170053573A1
Автор: Butler, III George H.
Принадлежит: GB3 Design

Flag mount bracket system for improved installation of a flag into a bracket safely from ground level without the need for a ladder comprising a spring tension mount or ratchet mount and a specialized raising and lowering pole. 1) A system , related to mounting multiple flag poles , comprising:a) at least one flag pole mount structured and arranged to mount at least one flag pole onto a substantially vertical surface;b) at least one flag pole coupler structured and arranged to couple such at least one flag pole to said at least one flag pole mount;c) wherein said at least one flag pole coupler comprises at least one rotation restricting geometry structured and arranged to restrict rotation of said at least one flag pole coupler about a longitudinal axis; i) at least one flag pole portion structured and arranged to attach to such at least one flag pole, and', 'ii) at least one mount receiver portion structured and arranged to receive said at least one flag pole portion on said at least one flag pole mount., 'd) wherein said at least one flag pole coupler comprises'}2) The system according to wherein said at least one flag pole portion comprises at least two flag pole receivers each structured and arranged to receive such at least one flag pole simultaneously.3) The system according to :a) wherein said at least one rotation restricting geometry comprises a cross-section perpendicular to a longitudinal axis; andb) wherein said cross-section comprises at least one deviation from round.4) The system according to :a) wherein said at least one rotation restricting geometry comprises a cross-section perpendicular to a longitudinal axis; andb) wherein said cross-section comprises at least one deviation from round.5) The system according to wherein said at least one rotation restricting geometry comprises a squared cross-section.6) The system according to wherein said at least one flag pole mount comprises:a) at least one surface mount structured and arranged to mount on at ...

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