Lighting Device Utilizing A Light Emitting Diode Disposed within a Tubular Lens

The present invention provides a lighting device having a plurality of light source assemblies within a light housing. The light source assemblies include a light emitting diode disposed in tubular lens. The light housing is attached to an edge of the body.

Efficient led-based illumination modules with high color rendering index

An illumination module includes a light mixing cavity with an interior surface area and window that are physically separated from an LED. A portion of the window is coated with a first wavelength converting material and a portion of the interior surface area is coated with a second wavelength converting material. The window may be coated with LuAG:Ce. The window may also be coated with a third wavelength converting material with a peak emission wavelength between 615-655 nm where the spectral response of light emitted from the window is within 20% of a blackbody radiator at the same CCT. The LED may emit a light that is converted by the light mixing cavity with a color conversion efficiency ratio greater than 130 lm/W where the light mixing cavity includes two photo-luminescent materials with a peak emission wavelengths between 508-528 nm and 615-655 nm.

Illumination system for use in a stereolithography apparatus

An illumination system ( 30 ), comprising: a plurality of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) ( 34 ), each LED having at least a first, light-emitting surface ( 36 ) and a second surface ( 37 ), at least one of the first and the second surface being substantially flat; a plurality of electrical pathways ( 56 ), selectively connected to the respective LEDs, such that each LED can be individually controlled; and a levelling surface ( 46, 52 ), wherein the levelling surface is substantially flat and in levelling contact with the at least one substantially flat surface ( 37, 36 ) of each LED, such that a two-dimensional array of LEDs extends in a plane parallel to the levelling surface.

Device for Illuminating Target Surface Including an Integrated Switch

A device for illuminating a target surface of a vehicle. The device includes a base and a top cover coupled to the base. The top cover includes a perimeter wall portion and an actuator portion coupled to the perimeter wall portion. The actuator portion extends generally downward between walls of the perimeter wall portion toward the base and is movable toward the base for changing the state of a switch upon application of an external force to the actuator portion. A light source is coupled to the base and positioned for illuminating the target surface through the actuator portion.

Led illumination apparatus

An LED illumination apparatus realizes wide light distribution by increasing the angular range of radiation, and achieves uniform intensity of light through the arrangement of the position of a plurality of light sources. The LED illumination apparatus includes a substrate, a first light source disposed on a peripheral area of the substrate, a second light source disposed on an inner area of the substrate, and a reflector disposed between the first light source and the second light source, wherein the reflector is configured to reflect light that is generated by the first light source.

Light emitting diode backup systems and methods

Systems and methods for backing up LEDs are provided. In one embodiment, an LED backup system includes an LED backup controller operable to select from a plurality of power sources to supply electrical energy to a set of LEDs. The plurality of power sources includes a primary power source and a battery. The LED backup controller is adapted to be in selective electrical communication with the primary power source via a first electrical path. The LED backup controller is also adapted to be in electrical communication with the primary power source via a second electrical path. The LED backup controller is operable to select the battery to supply electrical energy to the set of LEDs in response to a failure of the LED backup controller to electrically communicate with the primary power source via the second electrical path.

Lens, optoelectronic component comprising a lens and method for producing a lens

A lens includes a main body and a potting material. The main body includes a first major face, a second major face and at least one cavity arranged on the first major face. The potting material is arranged in the cavity and includes at least one diffuser which scatters radiation of at least one wavelength range.

Light device and vehicle including light device

A light device comprising a housing having a front side through which light can be emitted, and at least one transparent retro-reflective sheet arranged on the front side of the housing. Arranged in the housing is: (i) at least one light guide having a first major side facing towards the front side of the housing and a second major side facing towards the back side of the housing; (ii) at least one light source arranged along at least a portion of at least one side face of the light guide for coupling light into the light guide; (iii) a first non-woven fibrous layer arranged between the second major side of the light guide and the back side of the housing; and (iv) a second translucent non-woven fibrous layer arranged on the first major side of the light guide.

Illumination Apparatus

An illumination apparatus that includes a housing assembly made up of a housing, seat and top with optional attachment. A light source, power source, switch and controller are further included with the assembly. A light-altering device is also included in or proximate to the housing. The light source emits light through a light-altering surface. An optional motor is included to move the light alternating surface or light source, such as about a central axis. The switch and controller connected are programmable to control and vary the light source and motor among preselected and selectable patterns.

Led-based luminaire

An LED-based luminaire includes a driver configured to convert line voltage into a desired power configuration. Elongate fasteners attach one or more LED-based lighting modules to a mount member and also to energized poles of the power driver. The fasteners communicate electrical energy from the power driver to the lighting module. In one embodiment, the mount member functions as a heat sink, and it includes a bumpy surface coating having a texture with sufficient feature heights to enhance heat transfer between the heat sink and the surrounding environment.

Flash lens and flash module employing the same

A flash lens and a flash module. The flash lens includes a circular first incidence surface on which light emitted from a light source in a center direction is incident; a second incidence surface arranged to be tilted with respect to an optical axis and on which light emitted from the light source in a lateral direction is incident; a reflective surface that reflects light incident from the second incidence surface; a bottom surface that connects the second incidence surface and the reflective surface; and a circular emission surface that emits light transmitted through the first incidence surface and light reflected by the reflective surface. The flash module includes an LED chip; and the flash lens of claim 1 that is arranged above the LED chip.

Compact light mixing illuminator, utilizing the fourier transform of patterned solid-state surface light emitting arrays

One embodiment of the invention is directed to a light mixing illuminator for illuminating an object, comprising an array of light emitting elements wherein at least some of the elements emit light of different wavelengths. An optical device is employed that focuses the light from the elements to a Fourier plane of the device, wherein the light emitting elements are arranged so that at least the zero spatial frequency components of light of the different wavelengths from the elements substantially overlap in a region at the Fourier plane. An objective is used to project the region onto the object. A mask is used that selectively blocks some of spatial frequency components of light from the elements without blocking the zero spatial frequency components of light from reaching the object.

Apparatus for optical inspection

An apparatus for optical inspection comprises a platform extending in a first direction, a transmitting unit for transporting at least one carrier in the first direction from an input port to an output port thereof, each of the at least one carrier to support one of at least one object to be inspected, a first detector disposed above the platform and extending in a second direction orthogonal to the first direction for inspecting the at least one object on the at least one carrier, the first detector including a first scanner extending in the second direction between the input port and the output port, and a first roller set between the first scanner and the input port to apply force onto a surface of each of the at least one object.

Identification display method and system

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.

Led bulb has multiple features

The current invention make a big improvement than conventional market available all kind of LED bulb which only can offer near-by areas illumination not like the current invention can use one LED bulb to offer near-by and far-away illumination or image or both or any combination with other light effects and digital data display images. Also, The current invention may has more than one light beam emit out from LED bulb which under more than one control means for the one of the light beam may selected from power failure, remote control, Infra red controller, blue-tooth with mobile phone, motion sensor to trigger at least one of the light beam to offer the light beam for illumination or image to area(s).

Universal Light-Emitting Diode For Light Fixtures

A light-emitting diode (LED) system to retrofit a light fixture has a frame configured to be installed under an existing light fixture and a LED lighting assembly couplable to the frame. In one example, the frame is formed as a plurality of rails having a flange to be installed between the light fixture and a grid member of a ceiling suspension system. The frame may be installed without removal of the existing light fixture. The LED lighting assembly includes an LED array and an optical waveguide for dispersing light from the LED array. The LED system maintains a thin profile, enabling it to retrofit existing light fixtures. Installation time is reduced, thereby reducing labor costs, while the LED lighting provides more light with less energy.

Led with integrated constant current driver

An LED package containing integrated circuitry for matching a power source voltage to the LED operating voltage, LEDs containing such integrated circuitry, systems containing such packages, and methods for matching the source and operating voltages are described. The integrated circuitry typically contains a power converter and a constant current circuit. The LED package may also contain other active or passive components such as pin-outs for integrated or external components, a transformer and rectifier, or a rectifier circuit. External components can include control systems for regulating the LED current level or the properties of light emitted by the LED. Integrating the power supply and current control components into the LED can provide for fabrication of relatively small LEDs using fewer and less device-specific components.

Street luminaire

The invention relates to a street lamp. In order to reduce the sealing expenditure, it is proposed to arrange the ballast device in the lamp head. A lead is here designed in one piece from a terminal box to the holders.

Lighted architectural mesh

A lighted architectural mesh includes a plurality of interconnected wires forming a plurality of transverse openings. At least one light carrier is slidably received within at least one of said transverse openings. The at least one light carrier includes light nodes emitting light through the interstices on the front and/or rear side of the architectural mesh. The at least one light carrier further comprises a plurality of connecting elements, wherein the light emitter nodes of the at least one light element are releasably interconnected in series by the connecting elements.

Light bar assembly

A first substrate of a light bar assembly includes a first edge and a second edge parallel to each other along a first direction. A first connecting end includes a first connecting portion protruding further outward than a second connecting portion. A first bonding pad and a second bonding pad are disposed on the first substrate. First solid-state semiconductor light sources are disposed along the first edge and the second edge. A second substrate, disposed corresponding to the first substrate, includes a third edge, a fourth edge, a second connecting portion, a third bonding pad, a fourth bonding pad, and second solid-state semiconductor light sources. A first connecting device is electrically connected to the first bonding pad and the fourth bonding pad; a second connecting device is electrically connected to the second bonding pad and the third bonding pad to fix the first substrate and the second substrate.

Highly efficient luminaire having optical transformer providing precalculated angular intensity distribution and method therefore

A highly efficient luminaire. The luminaire includes a light source that emits light. The emitted light is redirected by a light transformer having a curved circular reflective interior surface, the reflective interior surface reflecting the light in a predetermined pattern. A substantial amount of light being may be reflected close to an axis coincident with a radial line defining a radius of the circular reflective interior surface. Additionally, a substantial amount of light may be reflected in a pattern with low divergency or parallel with an axis of the light transformer. The light is transmitted to the exterior of the luminaire by an optical window.

Illuminating device

An illuminating device includes a heat-dissipating shroud, a heat-dissipating module, an upper cover module and a lower cover module. The heat-dissipating module includes a light source, a substrate, a heat-conducting element and heat-dissipating blades. The upper cover module includes an upper cover, a light sensor and a protective cover. The lower cover module includes a lower cover, a transparent shroud and a transformer. The heat-dissipating shroud is assembled above the heat-dissipating blades of the heat-dissipating module. A top surface of the heat-dissipating shroud is provided with heat-dissipating holes. A space of a suitable height is generated between the top surface of the heat-dissipating shroud and the heat-dissipating blades of the heat-dissipating module to act as a heat concentration chamber. A gap is formed between the bottom of the heat-dissipating shroud and the top surface of the upper cover of the upper cover module.

Curved dead front display

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.

Light emitting diode module with three part color matching

A light emitting diode module is produced using at least one LED and at least two selectable components that form a light mixing chamber. First and second selectable components have first and second types of wavelength converting materials with different wavelength converting characteristics. The first and second wavelength converting characteristics alter the spectral power distribution of the light produced by the LED to produce light with a color point that is a predetermined tolerance from a predetermined color point. Moreover, a set of LED modules may be produced such that each LED module has the same color point within a predetermined tolerance. The LED module may be produced by pre-measuring the wavelength converting characteristics of the different components selecting components with wavelength converting characteristics that convert the spectral power distribution of the LED to a color point that is a predetermined tolerance from a predetermined color point.

Lamp with appearance differentiated from its main illumination

A lamp including a two-sided source plate, a plurality of light sources, a lens, a diffuser plate, and a driver insulator is disclosed. One set of the light sources generates white light and is attached to one side of the source plate. Another set of the light sources generates colored light and is attached to the source plate's other side. The lens encapsulates the white light-generating set, and redirects that white light. The driver insulator and the diffuser plate are each in contact with the source plate's other side. The driver insulator, diffuser plate, and that side of the source plate define a light box region that contains the colored light-generating set of light sources. The driver insulator acts as a reflector, and the diffuser plate acts as a diffuser, such that colored light is dispersed from the light box region through the diffuser plate.

Display device for lighting objects

A display device for lighting objects comprising: a frame having a vision window at a front side thereof, a film-coated glass mounted on the vision window, a support bracket arranged in the frame and having at least one positioning hole thereon, a lighting object having at least a part thereof arranged in the positioning hole and two pieces of refection mirrors having a center serving as a reference to define the first and second symmetrical reflection mirrors and both sides thereof inclined forward to form an angle between 145° and 175°. After a lighting object is reflected repeatedly by the two or more than two reflection mirrors, the vision window shows shapes in an inward serial arrangement from the middle to unlimited extension at both sides, providing effects of an illumination lamp device, an art decoration, and special visions in one unit.

Multi-spectrum lighting device with plurality of switches

A multi-spectrum emitting device is provided including one or more emitters configured to emit in a first spectrum and a second spectrum. Devices include a switching mechanism with at least two switching elements. The switching mechanism may be configured to change an emitted light from a first spectrum to a second spectrum, and to change a blink pattern of emitted light. The first spectrum may be a non-visible light spectrum and the second spectrum may be a visible light spectrum. Devices may also include a unitary housing extending substantially upward and inward from a base of the device, the housing configured to emit light therethrough and to receive a power source for the device therein.

Apparatus and method for curing materials with radiation

An instrument for curing light-curable compounds curable in the mouth of a patient, including a housing including a handle portion and a barrel portion removably secured with respect to the handle portion. A plurality of solid state, light-emitting semiconductor junction elements form an array on a substrate, and collectively emit light having wavelengths within a narrow band of wavelengths suitable for curing a compound. The array of light-emitting elements are positioned proximate to the distal end of the barrel portion, and an elongated heat-conducting element extends from the distal end of the barrel portion toward the proximal end for conducting heat away from the array. A generally clear layer extends on the substrate and over the plurality of light-emitting semiconductor junction elements, and a non-imaging optical focusing device is positioned at the distal end of the barrel portion to collimate the emitted light.

Light strings including jacketed led assemblies

A light string includes a plurality of jacketed light emitting diode assemblies and drive wires configured to electrically connect the jacketed light emitting diode assemblies to a power source. The light emitting diode assemblies include a light emitting diode having a contact set and a lens body, an electrical wire sit, and an integrally molded plastic jacket molded directly onto the contact set, the lens body, and electrical connections between the contacts of the contact set and the electrical wires.

Electric Lighting Devices

Various components for artificial candles and other lighting devices are described that can be used to create a realistic flame effect in the devices. The devices include a flame element that extends upwardly from a housing. A light source can be disposed with respect to the flame element such that the flame element is illuminated. A variety of drive mechanisms could be disposed within the body of the device that can cause movement of the flame element with respect to the housing. The flame element can be coupled to a housing or mounting bracket of the device using various components to suspend the flame element within the housing. 1. An electronic lighting device , comprising:a flame element comprising a hollow interior and an aperture disposed on a sidewall of the flame element;a housing comprising an internal cavity;an arm that extends horizontally from the housing and has a first end disposed in a central area of the internal cavity;wherein the arm is sized and dimensioned to extend into the aperture to suspend the flame element within the cavity and to allow the flame element to move with respect to the arm.2. The electronic lighting device of claim 1 , further comprising a pin that is sized and dimensioned to extend through a second aperture and into the hollow interior to secure the flame element on the arm.3. The electronic lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the first end of the arm has a recess disposed in the hollow interior of the flame element when the arm is inserted into the flame element claim 1 , and the flame element has a projection that extends downward into the hollow interior claim 1 , and further wherein the projection rests on the recess to allow the flame element to move while the projection rests on the recess.4. The electronic lighting device of claim 3 , further comprising a pin having a recess claim 3 , wherein the arm has a downward projection that rests within the recess of the pin.5. The electronic lighting device of claim 1 , ...

LED And/Or Laser Light Device Has Projection

The (LED or-and Laser) light source for bulb or light device such as garden light that has at least one of or more than one optics-lens, and light device has one top cover having shape of flat or ½ ball, ⅔ ball, sphere, dome shape for top cover. Foe laser light source incorporate with flat top protective lens and laser film or grating film to enlarge or created plurality of image, lighted patterns. For LED light source can has project assembly which is a built-in or add-on or assembled inside of said light device. Further can incorporated flexible bendable arms to change position, direction, orientation of (LED or-and Laser) light beam. The said Light device also can offer near-by and far-away illumination, or-and lighted image, pattern projection with desired light effects by rotating optic-lens or LED(s). It also can get desired effects while LED(s) controlled by IC or circuitry making LED(s) for color changing or on-off on desired time, duration, cycles. The light device further can have more than one function selected from USB charger, power failure, RF remote control, Infra-red controller, blue-tooth, wifi, internet, App software, motion sensor and wireless with multiple-way communication. Also, light device may have rechargeable circuit, batteries or rechargeable battery, USB ports for the (LED or-and Laser)-bulb be charged or supply other device current. 155-. (canceled)57. An LED and/or Laser light device , comprising:at least one LED and/or laser light source.wherein the LED and/or laser light device has at least one movable construction for changing the said feet away surface shown the desired lighted image and/or patterns to get moving or motion or changeable or steady image and/or lighted patterns and/or combination light effects,wherein the device has at least one lighting function, at least one lighting control function, at least one remote control function, or at least one sensor control function,Wherein said LED and/or Laser light device has project ...

LED Lighting Fixture

An LED lighting fixture including a housing and an LED assembly secured with respect to the housing to permit air/water-flow over the LED assembly. The LED assembly includes a plurality of LED-array modules on an equal plurality of individual heat sinks. The housing defines an air gap permitting air/water-flow to and from the heat sinks.

Electric Lighting Devices

Various embodiments of electric lighting devices and, in particular, electric candles are described. The devices can include a flame element onto which light can be projected from a light source. Preferably, the light is projected within a focal area on the flame element. The housing of the devices can include projections that help maintain a vertical position of a circuit board within the housing. 1. An electric light that simulates a flickering flame , comprising:a housing;a circuit board having first and second opposing sides, with a projection at the first side extending outwardly away from the circuit board, wherein the circuit board is disposed within the housing;an electromagnet configured to generate an electromagnetic field, wherein the electromagnet is disposed about the projection, such that the projection maintains a position of the electromagnet relative to the circuit board;a pendulum supported within the housing above the elongated circuit board and having (i) a flame-shaped element on a first end, and (ii) a magnet on a second end that interacts with the electromagnetic field to thereby cause movement of the pendulum with respect to the housing; anda light source disposed outside of the pendulum and oriented such that light from the light source is emitted onto the flame-shaped element.2. The electric light of claim 1 , wherein the housing includes first and second internal projections that couple to first and second sides of the circuit board to maintain a position of the circuit board relative to the housing.3. The electric light of claim 2 , wherein the circuit board comprises first and second indentations on opposite sides of the circuit board claim 2 , each of the indentations has a width sufficient to fit about a portion of one of the first and second internal projections.4. The electric light of claim 2 , wherein the first and second internal projections each comprises a V-shaped indentation claim 2 , and wherein a portion of the first side of ...

Electronic lighting device and method for manufacturing same

An electronic lighting device and a method for manufacturing the same are disclosed. The electronic lighting device includes an outer shell with a first opening at a top surface and a core contained within the outer shell. The core includes a left semicircular structure and a right semicircular structure arranged to form a circular shape that is aligned with the first opening at the top surface of the outer shell. The device includes a flame component positioned partially in the internal cavity. The device also includes a light emitting element disposed at least partially in a lighting element installation cradle on a sidewall of the core to hold the light emitting element at a non-zero angle with respect to a longitudinal axis of the electronic lighting device to allow illumination of the flame component. The device further includes a control circuit to control an operation of the lighting emitting element.

ELECTRIC LIGHTING DEVICES

Various embodiments of electric lighting devices and, in particular, electric candles are described. The devices can include a flame element onto which light can be projected from a light source. Preferably, the light is projected within a focal area on the flame element. The housing of the devices can include projections that help maintain a vertical position of a circuit board within the housing. 120.-. (canceled)21. An electric lighting device , comprising:an elongated casing comprising an opening,{'claim-text': ['wherein the pendulum comprises an upper portion having a flame shape extruding from the opening of the elongated casing, and', 'wherein the pendulum further comprises a lower portion that is pivotally suspended within the elongated casing, the lower portion comprising a magnet;'], '#text': 'a pendulum positioned at a distance from a central axis of the elongated casing,'}{'claim-text': 'wherein the electromagnet is configured to generate an electromagnetic field that interacts with the magnet to cause movement of the pendulum;', '#text': 'an electromagnet positioned below the magnet of the pendulum,'}{'claim-text': ['wherein the circuit board has an elongated shape that fits within the elongated casing, and', 'wherein the circuit board coupled to one or more indentations of the elongated casing to maintain a vertical position relative to the elongated casing;'], '#text': 'a circuit board positioned below the electromagnet configured to control an operation of the electromagnet to drive the movement of the pendulum,'}a light source positioned at an angle with respect to the pendulum within the elongated casing, wherein the light source is configured to emit light towards the upper portion of the pendulum,{'claim-text': 'wherein the lens is configured to direct the light from the light source to an area that is smaller than a surface area of the upper portion of the pendulum.', '#text': 'a lens positioned between the light source and the upper portion of ...

Electric Lighting Devices

Various components for artificial candles and other lighting devices are described that can be used to create a realistic flame effect in the devices. The devices include a flame element that extends upwardly from a housing. A light source can be disposed with respect to the flame element such that the flame element is illuminated. A variety of drive mechanisms could be disposed within the body of the device that can cause movement of the flame element with respect to the housing. The flame element can be coupled to a housing or mounting bracket of the device using various components to suspend the flame element within the housing.

Electric Lighting Devices

Various embodiments of electric lighting devices, and in particular, electric candles are described. The devices can include a flame element onto which light can be projected from a light source. Preferably, the light is projected within a focal area on the flame element. The housing of the devices can include projections that help maintain a vertical position of a circuit board within the housing.

Lamp

A lamp including the following elements is provided. A housing has an assembling opening and an electrical base on two ends thereof, wherein the housing has an inner wall and a portion of the inner wall adjacent to the assembling opening is an air-guiding wall. A cooling fan has a casing disposed at the assembling opening and forming an air channel, a fan wheel rotatably arranged in the air channel, and two partitioning boards between the air-guiding wall and the air channel so as to define two first air-guiding openings and a second air-guiding opening. A light-emitting module is arranged in the housing and opposite to the fan wheel. Accordingly, the present lamp does not require forming any air inlet or air outlet on the housing, and thus provides a simplifier structure.

Solar power generation assembly and method for providing same

The present invention relates to a solar power generation assembly and method for providing same involving an array of solar generating modules on a dual-incline structure, which can achieve high energy yields over a wide range of azimuths/orientations. The assembly consists of canopy wings providing for the dual-incline structure, where, depending on specifications, the canopy wings can differ in length, width, angle of inclination, structural material and solar module or other material mounted on the surface. The canopy wings may be pivoted or hinged to enhance the energy generation and/or other functional benefits of the assembly or system, including display elements, advertising, rainwater/precipitation and snow drainage and collection and energy transmission. The assembly or system is modular and may be assembled in a long continuous configuration in which the inclination, width and tilt of the canopy wings may vary of a long distance to maintain substantially consistent energy yields as the assembly or system orientation changes.

LED LIGHTING SYSTEM

An LED lighting system is provided for connection to a variable power source providing input power, the LED lighting system having at least one power analyzing and processing circuitry connecting to the variable power source, and being configured to identify one or more characteristics of the input power, where the characteristics are selected from amplitude, frequency and pulse width of the input power, compare one or more of the characteristics of the input power to preset control criteria either in hardware or software or both to yield a comparison result, and then control the current control circuitry according to the comparison result. 1provide an output to the LED lighting system;control one or more characteristics of the output, the characteristics being selected from the group comprising voltage amplitude, power frequency, and pulse width; anddetect a change of the one or more characteristics of the output to identify a working status of the LED lighting system to synchronize a control status of the plural controllers in the LED lighting system.. Plural controllers connected to an LED lighting system, each controller of the plural controllers being configured to: This application is a continuation of application Ser. No. 15/341,825, filed Nov. 2, 2016, which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 14/445,002, filed Jul. 28, 2014, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,516,706, which is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 14/113,208, filed Jan. 8, 2014, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,179,513, which is the National Stage of International Application No. PCT/CA2012/050251, filed Apr. 19, 2012, which claims the benefit of Provisional Application No. 61/476,962, filed Apr. 19, 2011, and is a continuation of application Ser. No. 13/316,499, filed Dec. 10, 2011, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,791,650, which also claims the benefit of Provisional Application No. 61/476,962, filed Apr. 19, 2011, and which is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 12/278,393, filed Dec. 1, 2008, now U.S. ...

Method for low temperature bonding of electronic components

A method for bonding an LED assembly 71 or other electronic package 31 to a substrate PCB containing a heat-sink 52 , which utilizes layers of reactive multilayer foil 51 disposed between contacts 32, 34 of the electronic package 31 and the associated contact pads 55 on the supporting substrate PCB. By initiating an exothermic reaction in the reactive multilayer foil 51 , together with an application of pressure, sufficient heat is generated between the contacts 32, 34 and the associated contact pads 55 to melt adjacent bonding material 54 to obtain good electrically and thermally conductive bonds between the contacts 32, 34 and contact pads 55 without thermally damaging the electronic package 31 , heat-sensitive components 35 associated with the electronic package 31 , or other the supporting substrate PCB.

Light emitting diode module with three part color matching

A light emitting diode module is produced using at least one LED and at least two selectable components that form a light mixing chamber. First and second selectable components have first and second types of wavelength converting materials with different wavelength converting characteristics. The first and second wavelength converting characteristics alter the spectral power distribution of the light produced by the LED to produce light with a color point that is a predetermined tolerance from a predetermined color point. Moreover, a set of LED modules may be produced such that each LED module has the same color point within a predetermined tolerance. The LED module may be produced by pre-measuring the wavelength converting characteristics of the different components selecting components with wavelength converting characteristics that convert the spectral power distribution of the LED to a color point that is a predetermined tolerance from a predetermined color point.

Lighting apparatus with adjustable lenses or filters

A lighting apparatus comprises a light panel having a panel frame, and a plurality of LEDs or other light elements secured to the panel frame. Lenses and/or filters are adjusted in distance from the light elements, by for example moving the lenses/filters into different slot positions of the frame, to alter characteristics of the emitted light. Focal lenses, diffusion lenses, and color filters may be used individually or in combination. A compound lens includes lens elements having different characteristics arranged in a pattern. Through groupwise control of the intensity of the light elements, the different characteristics are emphasized or de-emphasized. The light panel may have an integrated battery, and may be mounted on a stand. The panel may be modular, allowing larger panels to be constructed from smaller panels.

LED Night Light Has Projection or Image Feature

An LED night light for night time or dark area use, such as a plug-in wall outlet night light or direct current (DC) operated night light, includes projection or image features to project or present an image, message, data, logo, or time on a ceiling, walls, floor, or other desired surface, or an optics element surface. The optics means may include an magnify optics-lens, Tube or tube assembly, slide, convex lens, concave lens, openings, cut-outs, film, grating, or holographic element to create an image at a desired location. The night light upgrade model has an adjustable angle, adjustable orientation, of said bigger image position and change image by moving the said night. The said up grade model can adjustable Light function(s) or distance between light source and magnetic optics-means and slide, as well as other adjustable position, location, or orientation features.

ELECTRIC LIGHTING DEVICES

Various embodiments of electric lighting devices and, in particular, electric candles are described. The devices can include a flame element onto which light can be projected from a light source. Preferably, the light is projected within a focal area on the flame element. The housing of the devices can include projections that help maintain a vertical position of a circuit board within the housing. 126.-. (canceled)27. An electric candle device , comprising:a housing having an elongated shape;a pendulum supported within the housing and positioned at an offset distance from a central axis of the housing, wherein a first end of the pendulum comprises a flame-shaped structure and a second end of the pendulum comprises a magnet;a circuit board disposed within the housing, wherein the circuit board comprises an electromagnet positioned below the pendulum configured to generate an electromagnetic field that interacts with the magnet to cause movement of the pendulum;a light source positioned at an angle with respect to the pendulum within the housing, the light source configured to illuminate the flame-shaped structure to simulate a flickering flame;a lens positioned to focus the light from the light source to a central portion of the flame-shaped structure; anda switch removably coupled to a bottom section of the housing, wherein the switch comprises one or more projections configured to be inserted into a channel of the housing to secure the switch to the bottom section of the housing, wherein the switch has a trapezoidal side profile with a bottom surface being smaller than a top surface that is in contact with the bottom section of the housing, and wherein the switch comprises a button positioned on a bottom surface of the switch configured to turn the candle device on and/or off.28. The device of claim 27 , wherein the housing is co-injection molded with a wax substitute.29. The device of claim 27 , wherein the circuit board has a length measured from a first side to ...

AC Power Source LED Light Has Moving Image Or-And Patterns Projection

The AC power source LED light device has moving image including LED light or LED Bulb has the moving project image by (1) LEDs on time difference period, or (2) magnetic field force to making moving, or (3) motor or movement to make move or changing of (A) the image-carrier which has preferred film/opening/printed piece/textures lens/treated lens/variable thickness lens/marked lens/sild/film/window with arts, or (B) project-lens, or (C) LED(s); to move or change position, or location. All big images or lighted patterns or lighted arts created from LED(s) emit light beam through image-carrier then through the project lens which at least has refractive function to make the lighted tiny image or patterns on image-carrier to passing though refraction properties project-len(s) to get the bigger size or colorful or steady or moving bigger size image or-and patterns for wider viewing angle to viewer on building, house, fence, wall outdoor or ceiling, walls, floor for indoors application. The said moving image effect created by make the said any combination of 3 basic of project-assembly fit into or built-into or install to all kind of different LED light housing for outdoor application said LED light image or lighted patterns has moving, shaking, spin, rotating, vibration to get the desired moving or-and changing effect(s). 1. An AC power source LED light has moving image or-and patterns projection project-assembly , comprising:at least one LED;at least one image-carrier;at least one projection-lens has at least refractive function for projecting an image or-and lighted-patterns when light beams emit from the at least one LED pass through the image carrier, andthe at least one projection-lens increasing a viewing angle of the image or-and lighted-patterns while light device projects an enlarged image or-and lighted-patterns to a surface situated at least on arm's length away from the moving projection-image assembly of LED light device,wherein the at least one LED, image- ...

Lighting unit with reflector

A lamp is provided including a first module ( 1 ) and at least one second module ( 1 ), each having a plurality of LEDs ( 3 ) distributed over a module surface. The modules ( 1 ) are arranged on at least one cooling element ( 2 ) for dissipation of lost heat. A reflector ( 5, 5 a, 5 b ) deflects light emitted by one of the modules ( 1 ) into an exit opening ( 6 ) of the lamp. An optical system ( 8, 9, 11, 12 ) located between at least some of the LEDs ( 3 ) and the exit opening ( 6 ) bundles the light of the LEDs ( 3 ) into a defined structure on a target surface ( 10 ).

Ultrathin led light engine

An ultrathin LED light engine ( 100 ) comprises a protective cover ( 106 ), a driving circuit board ( 101 ), an aluminum substrate ( 103 ) and at least one LED module ( 104 ). A double-sided high-viscosity heat conducting plate ( 102 ) covers the first surface of the aluminum substrate ( 103 ) to fix the driving circuit board ( 101 ); the at least one LED module ( 104 ) is fixed on the first surface and insulated from the aluminum substrate ( 103 ) by means of an insulating layer ( 200 ) on the first surface; a conductive circuit for electrically connecting the at least one LED module ( 104 ) and the driving circuit board ( 101 ) is arranged on the insulating layer ( 200 ); and the size of the aluminum substrate ( 103 ) at least at the local peripheral outer area is greater than that of the driving circuit board ( 101 ), so that the double-sided high-viscosity heat conducting plate ( 102 ) on the first surface at least locally fixes the protective cover ( 106 ). The LED light engine ( 100 ) realizes ultrathin design and built-in integration of drive and control devices, and realizes heat conduction and fixation of the PCB and the protective cover by using a double-sided high-viscosity film.

Wired pocket with lighting

The window shade pocket system may comprise a pocket having an inside surface, a first wall and a second wall, wherein a roller shade is mounted within the pocket; and a first bracket removably affixed to the inside surface of the first wall of the pocket, wherein the first bracket retains a light source. The light source may include at least one of a light bulb, light bar, light strip, LED lighting or reflective device. The light source may be LED lighting that is modular or provides different colors over the window shade fabric. The light source may include a lens. The light source may be at least one of removeable from the first bracket or rotatable within the first bracket. The light source may be at least one of between the window shade and the window, or between the room and the window shade.

Led nightlight system having an image projection feature

A light emitting diode night light system can include: a tube housing; a light emitting diode positioned at one end of the tube housing, the light emitting diode for providing a visible light beam; a lens positioned at a different end of the tube housing from the light emitting diode; and an optical component positioned within the tube housing, the optical component positioned between the light emitting diode and the lens, and the optical component arranged perpendicularly to the visible light beam and configured to create an image from the visible light beam.

Light Device has Built-in Digital Data System for Record Image, Sound

A Light device having built-in digital data means is powered by an unlimited power source for a lamp-holder, LED bulb, or light device connected to unlimited power source by prongs or a base that or conductive wires can be inserted into a socket that would otherwise receiving a bulb or light source. The device may take the form of a webcam having auto tracking added one of plurality functions to make different products and functions and retractable prongs that plug directly into a wall outlet or insert into existing lamp base or incorporate conductive wire to make electric connection at least one of built-in camera, storage unit, wireless kits, Bluetooth kits, motion sensor, light device. The said motion sensor and digital data related device(s) may in separated housing with light source assembly so people can upgrade the non-camera device to has built-in camera and digital device for their old non-camera security light.

Multi-Mode Portable Illumination Device

A multi-mode portable illumination device includes a switch structure featuring a substantially planar member and a mechanical switch which requires a relatively small amount of force and a short stroke distance to actuate. The mechanical switch is attached to a member which contains circuit(s) adding additional functionality to the multi-mode portable illumination device. The member has conductive springs attached to either end that are used to complete the electrical circuit with the battery and the lamp, while their compressive force is absorbed by a housing protecting the switch structure. A conductive strip is used to improve the conductivity of the circuit in a metal multi-mode portable illumination device which has been provided with an electrically resistive protective coating.

ELECTRONIC LIGHTING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME

An electronic lighting device and a method for manufacturing the same are disclosed. The electronic lighting device may comprise a core, which may comprises an enclosure, a light-emitting element, a flame sheet and a swing mechanism. The flame sheet is movably supported or suspended on the enclosure, and may comprise an upper sheet which is of a flame-like shape. The upper sheet is configured to expose above the top of the enclosure. The light-emitting element may be installed on the enclosure. A light outgoing direction of the light-emitting element may be intersected with the surface of the upper sheet so that the light of the light-emitting element is projected on the surface of the upper sheet. The swing mechanism is disposed beneath the flame sheet and can apply a force on the flame sheet to actuate the flame sheet to sway or swing. By the present application, a visual experience of true fire can be achieved and an interestedness and appreciation can be improved. 1. An electronic lighting device for simulating a candle , comprising:an outer shell having a shape to resemble a candle;a flame sheet including an upper section that is shaped to resemble a flame;a core positioned inside the outer shell, the core including a top section that comprises a top collar having a through hole, the upper section of the flame sheet protruding above the top section of the core, the top collar formed as a step-like structure including a plurality of steps, each step forming a substantially concentric structure with respect to other step or steps positioned around the through hole, wherein a first radial extent of a first step that is positioned closer to the through hole is smaller than a second radial extent of a second step that is positioned further away from the through hole compared to the first step;one or more light-emitting elements oriented at inclined angles with respect to the flame sheet and positioned to project light onto the upper portion of the flame sheet to ...

LIGHT EMITTING DIODE (LED) BASED LIGHTING SYSTEMS

A lighting system comprises at least one excitation source (), preferably an LED, operable to generate and radiate excitation radiation of a first wavelength (λ); a shade () configured to at least in part surround the at least one source () and remotely located thereto; and at least one phosphor () provided in or on at least a part of the shade (), wherein the phosphor () emits radiation of a different wavelength in response to incident excitation radiation. The phosphor can be provided on a part of an outer or inner surface of the shade. Alternatively, or in addition, the phosphor is incorporated within the shade. The lighting system finds particular application as a hanging, a desk, a floor standing, a wall mountable, a spot, an outdoor or an accent lighting fixture. 1. A lighting system comprising:at least one blue emitting LED configured to emit blue excitation light having a wavelength ranging from 420 nm to 470 nm;a shade located remotely to the at least one LED and configured to at least in part surround the LED to thereby prevent at least in part direct viewing of the at least one LED, wherein the shade is configured such that blue excitation light travels in free-space a distance of at least one centimeter from the at least one LED to the shade; anda first phosphor provided as a layer on at least a part of an inner and/or outer surface of the shade;wherein the phosphor emits light of a different wavelength in response to incident excitation light, and wherein the combined light from the LED and the phosphor generate a desired color of light.223-. (canceled) This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/714,464, filed Mar. 5, 2007, entitled LIGHT EMITTING DIODE (LED) BASED LIGHTING SYSTEMS by Yi-Qun Li, which application is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.The invention relates to light emitting diode based lighting systems and in particular to systems in which a phosphor (photo luminescent) material is utilized to ...

Usb device has separated distance away usb-unit(s) by branch-wire(s)

A desktop USB device has power-wire(s) or storage-wire arrangement. The device has more than one separated distance away USB-Unit(s) by branch-wire(s) and have wire storage arrangement for at least one of an USB jump-wire, an AC power-wire, USB-charger wire or another charging related wire(s). The USB device and separated USB-Unit(s) to be installed on a desktop or floor at a hand-reachable distance from people, and install or attach anywhere by attachment so that there is no need for people to bend body or knee to get the USB-port(s) to charge i-phone or Tablet(s). The current invention use shortest #14 gauge AC wire for power strips and use long length of #18 gauge to supply DC power to USB ports built-in separated USB-unit(s) the charger. The USB-charger power-wire arrangement has by at least one main-wire and plurality of branch-wire(s) to connect with at least one of separated and distance away USB-Unit(s) incorporated with external USB-wire has at least 2 ends with male USB-plug to connect with each unit has at least one of female receiving USB-port(s) inside USB Unit(s), that can supply a desired output-current in the range of from 1.0 A to 50 A and at USB needed VDC by converting input AC power ranging from 110 VAC to 250 VAC. The USB device or power station may also optional to incorporate with at least one additional device such as at least one of (i) AC outlet, (2) sensor(s), (3) motion sensor, (4) remote controller, (5) time display, (6) LEDs, (7) IC, (8) 2nd LED(s) (9) Detector for charging status and system, (10) power fail device, (11) diffusor equipment, (12) color changing, color selection, function selection for LED(s) light illumination. (13) other lights, (14) a power fail device, (15) a smell device, an (16) audio device, a video device.

LED Lighting System

An LED control system is provided for connection to an LED lighting system via a power line to control the LED lighting system using commands formed by manipulation of frequency and amplitude of a signal transmitted over the power line. The signal may be for example a wave or a sequence of pulses. The signal may be provided in superposition with line power or the line power may be formed as the signal. The signal can be provided intermittently and a carrier wave also provided and modulated at the same time as the signal. When the signal is not being produced, the power on the power line may be power that is allowed to flow without manipulation from an external portion of the power line.

Light emitting diode rail and light curing apparatus comprising same

A light emitting diode (LED) rail includes a rail body, a first electrode and a second electrode within the rail body, and a plurality of LEDs in the rail body and electrically connected to the first electrode and the second electrode. The LEDs include a first lead frame and a second lead frame. The first lead frame and the second lead frame slidably contact the first electrode and the second electrode, respectively.

Lighted mounting apparatus

A lighted mounting apparatus for a promotional glass holder including a channel which is lined on the bottom by a LED strip, a pair of extrusions to receive and hold a promotional glass, and a low voltage power supply.

Electrically Illuminated Flame Simulator

An electrically powered flame simulator comprises at least two light sources, an integrated circuit electrically connected to the light sources for intermittently illuminating at least one of the light sources independently of other light sources such that the light sources together provide the effect of a flickering movement, and a power source for providing power to the integrated circuit. The flame simulator may be mounted in a decorative or ornamental device such as a candle or fire log, or used on decorative clothing, or may be part of a hazard or warning system. One or more solid state light sources may also be used. 1. An artificial candle comprising:an upper portion including a surface defining a recess;a lower portiona hollow interior region;at least one light source within the hollow interior region, wherein the at least one light source is arranged to project light primarily downwardly; andan electrically powered flame simulator including a circuit electrically connected to the at least one light source and configured to control illumination of the at least one light source so as to provide an effect of flickering.2. The artificial candle of claim 1 , further comprising a microphone associated with the circuit through which predetermined audio sounds can be processed to control the at least one light source.3. The artificial candle of claim 2 , wherein the predetermined audio sounds comprise at least one of a hand-clap claim 2 , a finger-snap claim 2 , or a thud.4. The artificial candle of claim 2 , wherein the predetermined audio sounds comprise a blowing sound.5. The artificial candle of claim 1 , further comprising an ON/OFF switch configured to:prevent the at least one light source from emitting light when the ON/OFF switch is in an OFF position; andallow the at least one light source to emit light when the ON/OFF switch is in an ON position.6. The artificial candle of claim 5 , wherein the ON/OFF switch comprises an ON/OFF/TIMER switch claim 5 , ...

LED Light Has Image And/Or Patterns Projection

The AC power source LED light device has moving image has the moving projected image or-and lighted patterns by (1) circuitry control LEDs on-off time for desired time or period, or (2) magnetic field force to making moving, or (3) motor or movement to make move or changing of (A) the image-carrier which has preferred film/piece has opening/printed piece/textures lens/treated lens/prism-lens/variable thickness lens/marked lens/sild/film/window/craving treated lens/laser craving/or marked piece of different material/or printed piece with arts, or (B) at least one of plurality of project refractive-lens in disc or holder, or (C) LED(s); to move or change position, or location. All big images or lighted patterns or lighted arts created from LED(s) emit light beam through image-carrier as 1optics-lens then through the 2optics-lens as (i) project-cover or (ii) refractive-lens; those at least has refractive or-and protective function to make the tiny lighted image or patterns created by image-carrier or texture-lens to passing though refraction properties project-cover or refractive-lens or protective-lens to get the bigger size or colorful or steady or moving bigger size image or-and patterns with predetermined view angle and size to shown on (a) building, house, fence, wall for outdoor, or (b) ceiling, walls, floor for indoors application. The said moving image effect created by having at least one of the said 3 basic-parts project-assembly fit into or built-into or install to all kind of different light's housing construction of LED projection light for outdoor or-and indoor application(s) said LED light image or lighted patterns has moving, shaking, spin, rotating, vibration to get the desired moving or-and changing effect(s) and other unique features. 1. An AC power source LED light has moving image or-and patterns projection project-assembly; comprising:at least one LED;At least one image-carrier create image or-and patterns;At least one projection-lens has at least ...

LED NIGHT LIGHT HAS PROJECTION OR PINHOLE IMAGE FEATURE

An LED and/or laser light for night time or dark area use, such as a plug-in wall outlet night light or direct current (DC) operated desktop light, includes projection or pin-hole image features to project or present an image, message, data, logo, or time on a ceiling, walls, floor, or other desired surface, or an cover surface, inner housing wall. The optics piece surround light source including an optics-lens, slide, openings, cut-outs, film, grating, or holographic element to create an image at a desired location. The night light may have an adjustable angle or distance between light source and optics piece, as well as other adjustable position, location, or orientation features. 1. A DC powered LED and/or laser light creating lighted image or patterns to surrounding areas , comprising;at one LED and/or laser within a lower base or inner housing serves as a light source to supply visible light beams,at least one optics piece is or has slide, film, printing, painting, art, design arranged in at least one of (1) a circular and (2) a flat structure; surrounded or positioned on top of the at least one LED and/or laser; to create a desired image, pattern(s),andwherein, the light has(1) battery or rechargeable battery recharged by outside DC power through light built-in female receiving port(s),(2) at least one of trigger, pressure sensor, and switch;arranged to work with circuit for the at least one light source to obtain, change, set, or adjustat least one of a light function, timer, colors, brightness, illumination, and light effects; shown on at least one of(a) surrounding area that is at least one of a ceiling, wall, floor, desired surface; outside of light, and(b) inner housing surface or cover of the light,3. A DC powered An LED and/or laser light that emits an image or light patterns to surrounding areas as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the top cover is or has at least one of (1) a dome claim 1 , sphere claim 1 , or half-ball shape claim 1 , (2) a cartoon body ...

Light-emitting module and lighting apparatus provided with same

A lighting apparatus disclosed in an embodiment comprises: a circuit board; a light-emitting module arranged on the circuit board and comprising a light source part having first to third light source parts emitting red, green and blue light; a control unit for providing current control signals to the first to third light source parts; a driver for controlling the current in the first to third light source parts by means of the control unit; and a memory unit having compensation data storing input current strength values for the first to third light source parts so that same emit white light having a previously configured correlated color temperature (CCT). The first, second and third light source parts comprise a plurality of first, second and third light-emitting elements for emitting red, green and blue light. The control unit controls the current in the first to third light source parts by means of the input current strength value corresponding to the compensation data so as to control the white light discharged from the light-emitting module is emitted as white light meeting the CCT criterion.

GRID CONNECTED COORDINATED LIGHTING ADAPTER

In embodiments of the present invention improved capabilities are described for systems and methods that employ a control component and/or power source integrated in an LED based light source to control and/or power the LED light source wirelessly. In embodiments, the LED based light source may take the form of a standard light bulb that plugs into a standard lighting socket or fixture. 120-. (canceled)21. A power device for providing power to a first lighting device , the power device comprising:a power input module configured to receive alternating current (AC) power from an AC power source;a power output module configured to provide power to a light source of the first lighting device;a communication module configured to receive a command signal from a second lighting device; anda controller module configured to cause the power output module to provide the power to the light source and turn on the light source in response to the communication module receiving the command signal from the second lighting module.22. The power device of claim 21 , wherein the power provided to the light source comprises one of the AC power and direct current (DC) power.23. The power device of claim 21 , wherein the communication module is configured to receive the command signal in response to the second lighting device detecting motion using a motion detector of the second lighting device.24. The power device of claim 23 , wherein the command signal is a first command signal and the motion is first motion claim 23 , and wherein the communication module is further configured to receive a second command signal from the second lighting device in response to the second lighting device not detecting second motion within a predefined time period after the first motion is detected.25. The power device of claim 24 , wherein the controller module is further configured to cause the power output module cease providing the power to the light source and to turn off the light source in response ...

LED Light Has Built-In Camera-Assembly to Capture Colorful Digital-Data Under Dark Environment

A LED Light device for house or stores or business application having built-in camera unit is powered by AC or-and DC power source for a lamp-holder, LED bulb, security light, flashlight, car torch light, garden, entrance door light or other indoor or outdoor LED light device connected to power source by (1) prongs or (2) male-base has conductive piece can be inserted into a female receiving-piece which connect with power source or (3) wired or AC-plug wires. The device has built-in camera-system has plurality functions to make different products and functions. The LED light device has at least one of (a) camera or DV (digital video) to take minimum MP4 or 4K image or photos, (b) digital data memory kits or cloud storage station, (c) wireless connection kits, Bluetooth or USB set for download function, (d) MCU or CPU or IC with circuit with desired motion sensor/moving detector(s)/other sensor, (e) camera-assembly for connecting Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi extend, or-and 3G/4G/5G network or even settle-lite channel, (f) system to transmit or-and receiving wireless signal, (g) APP or other platform incorporated with pre-programed or even AI (artificial intelligence) software has optional area-selections function to make screen-comparison or image comparison to operation pre-program or related device including but not limited to detect moving object(s), face recognition or personal identification or-and habit or-and crime comparison, purchase, (h) LED light source to offer sufficient brightness under dark environment for camera-assembly take color data, (i) other electric or mechanical parts & accessories, (j) has moving detector and software built-in to make comparison to judge the movement object of the preferred screen selected-areas; to get desired function(s) for the said LED light device. The said motion sensor/moving detector or other sensor unit has desired camera and Wi-Fi system and part or all of digital data related module or circuit(s) or backup power, and (k) ...

Systems and Methods for Generating a Realistic Flame Effect

Various embodiments of flame elements and candle housings are disclosed for use in an electric lighting device or candle to help produce a realistic flickering flame effect. The flame element and/or housing can be configured to eliminate noise that occurs when the flame element contacts a wall of the housing. 1. An electric lighting device , comprising:a housing having an outer wall having an aperture along part of its length;a flame element that is coupled to the housing, such that the flame element can move with respect to the housing; anda light source disposed within the housing, and configured to emit light onto the flame element.2. The electric lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the aperture is disposed on the housing such that at least a portion of the lower surface of the flame element is periodically disposed in the aperture as the flame element moves with respect to the housing.3. The electric lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the housing further comprises a foam or elastomeric material disposed within the aperture.4. The electric lighting device of claim 3 , wherein the aperture is disposed on the housing such that at least a portion of the lower surface of the flame element periodically contacts the foam or elastomeric material as the flame element moves with respect to the housing.5. The electric lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the flame element comprises an upper and lower portion claim 1 , and wherein the lower portion has a cylindrical horizontal cross-section.6. The electric lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the flame element comprises an upper and lower portion claim 1 , and wherein the lower portion has a conical vertical cross-section.7. The electric lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the flame element comprises an upper and lower portion claim 1 , and wherein the lower portion has a tear-drop shape.8. The electric lighting device of claim 1 , wherein the flame element comprises an upper and lower portion claim 1 , and wherein the ...

Transparent electronic display board capable of uniform optical output

The present invention relates to a transparent electronic display board that is capable of uniform optical output and, more particularly, to a transparent electronic display board that is capable of uniform optical output wherein the pattern width and length are adjusted according to the sheet resistance of a transparent electrode of the transparent electronic display board, wherein a driving voltage applied to a light-emitting device can be uniformly supplied within a constant range, and wherein multiple light sources disposed in the transparent electronic display board can emit light at uniform intensity.

LED Plug-in Outlet or DC Power Light has LED-unit(s)

The LED plug-in outlet or DC power light has LED-unit(s) to offer one or more than one near-by lighted-location(s) with preferred adjustable angle constriction and each of said LED-unit(s) has built-in plurality of the said dip or chip or dice or COB LED(s) to emit directly or in-directly LED light-beam from big surface of the said each of LED-unit(s) to supply consumer for one LED light offer one or more than one near-by lighted locations for desired or selected-functions, light color(s), brightness(s), light performance(s) while incorporate with circuitry, AC-to-DC circuit, IC, and control device select from sensor, motion sensor, photo sensor, sound sensor, power fail circuit, switch, wireless controller with APP software to make setting or adjustment or selection to make the LED light to turn-on/off, fade-in and fade-out, high-low brightness, motion or non-motion selection, change functions from variety pre-programed functions to offer near-by locations which is less than 30 feet and brightness is less than 100 CD from each of the said LED unit(s). 1. The plug-in outlet LED night light has COB light source LED-unit(s) , consist;At least one main LED-unit arrange within the LED light housing to emit the light beam to near-by location.The said main LED-unit has at least one of COB LED(s) as light source without focus optic-lens for illumination of near-by location(s)The said LED light is one of plug-in outlet night light to get AC power source from prong and through housing inner AC-to-DC circuit or-and circuitry and controller to trigger the said at least one of COB LED(s) for desired light functions for indoor or outdoor application(s).2. The plug-in outlet LED night light has COB light source LED-unit(s) as claim 1 , the said LED light has more than one of LED-unit(s) including side or top or bottom light-unit(s) to assembly with LED light main-housing to form a LED light has more than one LED-unit(s) to offer the more than one near-by locations for ...

LED Lighting System

An LED control system is provided for connection to an LED lighting system via a power line to control the LED lighting system using commands formed by manipulation of frequency and amplitude of a signal transmitted over the power line. The signal may be for example a wave or a sequence of pulses. The signal may be provided in superposition with line power or the line power may be formed as the signal. 1. A command generator for controlling an LED lighting system , the command generator being configured to manipulate multiple characteristics of power transmitted to the LED lighting system , the multiple characteristics including a frequency of the power and a voltage amplitude of the power , to form commands , each command formed of changes in one or a combination of the multiple characteristics.2. The command generator of in which the power comprises a wave claim 1 , the frequency being a wave frequency.3. The command generator of in which the wave is an AC power wave.4. The command generator of in which the wave is a carrier wave superimposed with the power transmitted to the LED lighting system.5. The command generator of in which the power comprises DC pulses claim 1 , the frequency being a pulse frequency.6. The command generator of in which the command generator is configured to form multiple commands simultaneously.7. The command generator of in which the command generator is configured to receive wired or wireless signals from one or more external interface modules and generate commands corresponding to the wired or wireless signals.8. The command generator of in which the LED lighting system comprises a functional distribution system connected to a power line to receive the transmitted power and configured to receive one or more commands from the command generator over the power line and control one or more LED drivers in response to the one or more commands.9. The command generator of in which the functional distribution system is configured to control the ...

Display panels and multivision apparatuses

A multivision apparatus may include a display panel that includes a display screen including a first region and an adjacent second region. The first region may include first pixels, and the second region may include second pixels. The first pixels and the second pixels have different structures. The display panel may display a single image across the first region and the second region of the display screen. The multivision apparatus may include an array of interconnected display panels configured to collectively display an image, based on each given display panel displaying a separate sub-image in the first and second regions of the given display panel.

Light-unit(s) of LED or-and Laser light-string's has more one sections has different light performance(s)

The LED or-and Laser light string has more than one light performance functions has LED or-and Laser light bulb which has built-in LED or Laser or both to offer one or more LED or-and Laser light performance or functions select from (I) illumination, (2) projection, (3) party light, (4) lighted patterns, (5) light beams, (6) lighted image, (7) flood light, (8) color changing light (9) garden torch light, (10) garden landscape light string or other light string and all these functions has circuitry and controller built-in only light string or each of light-unit to make LED or-and laser light source(s) to turn on and turn-off or fade-in and fade-in or sequential or flashing or market available light performance which controller is one or more of the following parts including all parts & accessories selected from (i) sensor or photo sensor, motion sensor, (ii) detector or moving detectors, (iii) wireless or remote or IR or RF controller, (iv) switch, manual switch, automatically or timer switch (v) each light source or only light-string has built-in wireless receiver to match the wireless transmitter electric signals; those circuitry and controller is one of (a) built-in the light strings, or (b) built-in one master-control light-unit or each of light-unit, or (c) outside of the light string, or (d) outside the LED or-and laser light-unit housing, or (d) built-in power source, or (e) built-in the said light string or light-unit or LED or-and laser bulb circuity or controller. 1. Light-unit(s) of LED or-and Laser light-string's has more one sections has different light performance(s) , comprising;At least or more than one injected or assembled or add-on light-unit(s) to form a light string.{'sup': st', 'nd, 'At least one of 1or 2or both light sources in one light-unit of said light string.'}{'sup': st', 'nd, 'The said light string has more than one function(s) with function selected switch or controller to change functions from 1light source(s) to 2light sources.'}2. ...

Led projection light has features

The AC or DC powered LED projection light to project Bigger-size image desire location, It may has more than one function to get certain purpose which selected from desire group combination including conventional all kind of light device, 2 nd or more other projection light with different light source(s) to project light beam or image or digital data from digital data storage means, desk top light, floor light, garden light, emergency light, safety light, anti/burglar light, under water light, street light, reading light, night light, light fixture, motion sensor light, power fail light, photo sensing light, dimmable light, spot light, seasonal light, Christmas all kind of light and ornament, licensee products, cartoon character related products, promotion light, commercial light, sign, motion sensor light, blue tooth light, moving device, car light, vehicle light, boat light, aircraft light, all different purpose LED light for all purpose with rechargeable or non-rechargeable energy storage kits with preferred circuit means, switch means, sensor means, timer means, IC means, electric parts and accessories to has perfect function as requirement and which all are available device or parts or accessories from conventional market place.

Wire Arrangement for Hand-Reachable USB Charger Related Devices

A desktop USB-charger related product has space to receive an AC power-wire, USB-charger wire, or another charging related wire(s). The USB-charger related product is arranged to be installed on a desk top at a hand-reachable distance from a user by attachment so that there is no need for the user to bend body or knee in order to charge a device using the charger. The USB-charger related product has at least one USB-port that can supply a desired output-current in the range of from 1.0 A to 12 A and 3.5 VDC to 8.5 VDC by converting input AC power ranging from 110 VAC to 250 VAC. The USB-charger product may also optional to incorporate at least one additional device such as an AC outlet, sensor, motion sensor, remote control, time display, LEDs, other lights, a power fail device, a smell device, an audio device, a video device. 1. A hand-reachable desk top USB power station has wire arrangement , comprising:a USB power station including at least one of USB-port for receiving a male USB-Plug of a USB wire and build the electric delivery between power station and external electric or digital device(s).the USB-Plug of the USB wire that is inserted into both power station and external electric device the USB-ports to delivery current.At least one current deliver from Power station to the said external device, or-and to supply current and charge the internal energy storage unit of the external electric or digital device;a wire arrangement construction for arranging wires including (1) a USB-wire connected between the power station and other electric or digital device female USB-port, or (2) an AC input wire which connected between USB power station and AC power source,The wire arrangement by (a) coiling or (b) wrapping or (c) rolling or (d) pulling the USB wire or-and AC input wire by manual or by spring-assembly to a pole, or groove, or gap, or housing, or bars, or space, or holder within a space of USB power station.The wire arrangement construction including a cover or ...

LIGHTING APPARATUS

Provided is a lighting apparatus. The lighting apparatus includes: a light source configured to emit light; a reflective member included an output region of the light and surrounded the output region; and a fluorescent layer formed on a part of a region of the reflective member. 1. A lighting apparatus comprising:a light source configured to emit light;a reflective member included an output region of the light and surrounded the output region; anda fluorescent layer formed on a part of a region of the reflective member.2. The lighting apparatus of claim 1 ,wherein the fluorescent layer is formed on a part of a region of the reflective member adjacent to the light source.3. The lighting apparatus of further comprising:a support member disposed at one end of the reflective member and supporting the light source,wherein the fluorescent layer is formed on a part of a region of the reflective member adjacent to the support member.4. The lighting apparatus of claim 1 ,wherein the fluorescent layer has a predetermined height.5. The lighting apparatus of claim 4 ,wherein the height of the fluorescent layer is in a range of 8 mm to 16 mm.6. The lighting apparatus of claim 1 ,wherein the fluorescent layer comprises a plurality of fluorescent bands spaced a predetermined distance apart from each other.7. The lighting apparatus of claim 6 ,wherein each of the plurality of fluorescent bands has a predetermined separation distance.8. The lighting apparatus of claim 6 ,wherein a width of each of the fluorescent bands is in a range of 5 mm to 50 mm.9. The lighting apparatus of claim 7 ,wherein the predetermined separation distance is in a range of 10 mm to 15 mm.10. The lighting apparatus of claim 7 ,wherein a ratio of a width to the predetermined separation distance of each of the fluorescent bands is in a range of 1:3 to 5:1.11. The lighting apparatus of claim 3 , further comprising:an auxiliary fluorescent layer facing the fluorescent layer in which the light source is disposed ...

Electrically Illuminated Flame Simulator

An electrically powered flame simulator comprises at least two light sources, an integrated circuit electrically connected to the light sources for intermittently illuminating at least one of the light sources independently of other light sources such that the light sources together provide the effect of a flickering movement, and a power source for providing power to the integrated circuit. The flame simulator may be mounted in a decorative or ornamental device such as a candle or fire log, or used on decorative clothing, or may be part of a hazard or warning system. One or more solid state light sources may also be used. 1. A flameless candle having an electrically powered flame simulator , the flameless candle comprising:a substantially cylindrical body having permanent exterior surfaces comprising an upper portion having a rim on an upper surface that circumscribes a recess, a lower portion with a lower surface, and at least one chamber within the cylindrical body below the recess, wherein the substantially cylindrical body is self-supporting on the lower surface;a flame simulator comprising at least one light source, wherein the at least one light source is located within the at least one chamber and in an upper region of the candle;a circuit electrically connected to the flame simulator configured to illuminate the flame simulator;a power source housed in the at least one chamber and configured to provide power to the circuit; anda protruding component extending upwardly from the recess, wherein light emanating from the at least one light source projects onto the protruding component.2. The flameless candle of claim 1 , wherein the at least one light source is pointed upwardly.3. The flameless candle of claim 1 , further comprising an ON/OFF/TIMER switch claim 1 , wherein the circuit controls the at least one light source for a pre-determined period of time when the switch is set to the TIMER position.4. The flameless candle of claim 1 , wherein the at least ...

LIGHT EMITTING PANEL ASSEMBLIES

An optical assembly includes a light emitting panel member having opposite sides and at least one input edge for receiving light from at least one light source, and a pattern of individual optical deformities on or in at least one of the sides for producing a light output distribution from a light emitting surface area of the panel member. Different sets of the optical deformities within the pattern each having at least one surface that is shaped or oriented to extract light propagating through the panel member in respective different directions from multiple regions of the light emitting surface area of the panel member. 1. (canceled)2. A light emitting panel member , comprising:opposite sides and at least one input edge through which light is input to the light emitting panel member; and a first set of optical deformities configured to extract light propagating through the panel member from a region of the light emitting surface area, the optical deformities of the first set having at least one surface that is shaped or oriented to extract the light in an output ray angle distribution; and', 'a second set of optical deformities configured to extract light propagating through the panel member from another region of the light emitting surface area, the optical deformities of the second set having at least one surface that is shaped or oriented to extract the light in an output ray angle distribution different than the output ray angle distribution of the first set., 'optical deformities on or in at least one of the sides for extracting light from a light emitting surface area of the panel member, the optical deformities comprising3. The light emitting panel member of claim 2 , wherein the light output distributions from the respective regions of the light emitting surface area vary in intensity from one another.4. The light emitting panel member of claim 2 , wherein the respective regions vary in surface area.5. The light emitting panel member of claim 2 , wherein ...

Jacketed led assemblies and light strings containing same

A jacketed light emitting diode assembly is provided, which includes a light emitting diode including a set of positive and negative contacts, and a lens body containing a semiconductor chip and end portions of the contacts. An electrical wire set of first and second electrical wires are connected to the positive contact and the negative contact, respectively. A light transmissive cover receives the lens body, and has an opening through which at least one of the contact set and the electrical wire set passes. An integrally molded plastic jacket at the opening of the light transmissive cover provides a seal at the opening against moisture and airborne contaminants. A waterproof light string including one or more of the jacketed light emitting diode assemblies is also provided, as are related methods.

Multi-Mode Portable Illumination Device

A multi-mode portable illumination device includes a switch structure featuring a substantially planar member and a mechanical switch which requires a relatively small amount of force and a short stroke distance to actuate. The mechanical switch is attached to a member which contains circuit(s) adding additional functionality to the multi-mode portable illumination device. The member has conductive springs attached to either end that are used to complete the electrical circuit with the battery and the lamp, while their compressive force is absorbed by a housing protecting the switch structure. A conductive strip is used to improve the conductivity of the circuit in a metal multi-mode portable illumination device which has been provided with an electrically resistive protective coating. 1. A flashlight , comprising:a barrel having a head end and a tail cap end;a power source held within the barrel;an LED light source for emitting light from the head;a mechanical switch;a circuit that electrically connects the power source, the LED light source, and the mechanical switch; andelectronics which produce a plurality of functions of operation for the LED light source in response to a plurality of different actuation actions of the mechanical switch by a user of the flashlight.2. A flashlight , comprising:a barrel having a head end and a tail cap end;a power source held within the barrel;an LED light source for emitting light from the head;a switch;a circuit that electrically connects the power source, the LED light source, and the switch; andelectronics which produce a plurality of functions of operation for the LED light source in response to a plurality of different actuation actions of the switch by a user of the flashlight. This is a continuation of application Ser. No. 15/058,124, filed Mar. 1, 2016, which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 14/629,093, filed Feb. 23, 2015, which is a continuation of Ser. No. 13/547,573, filed Jul. 12, 2012, now U.S. Pat. No. 8, ...

Light Device has Built-in Digital Data System for Record Image, Sound

A Light device having built-in digital data means is powered by an unlimited power source for a lamp-holder, LED bulb, or light device connected to unlimited power source by prongs or a base that or conductive wires can be inserted into a socket that would otherwise receiving a bulb. The device may take the form of a web cam having auto tracking added one of plurality functions to make different products and functions and retractable prongs that plug directly into a wall outlet or insert into existing lamp base or incorporate conductive wire to make electric connection at least one of built-in camera, storage unit, wireless kits, Bluetooth kits, motion sensor, light device.

Surface lighting module and surface lighting source device for a vehicle using the same

A surface lighting module may include: a light source configured to emit light; a main reflection part configured to reflect light emitted from the light source; a light guiding part that is provided at an upper portion of the main reflection part and spreads light reflected from the main reflection part to have a surface shape; and a lateral reflection part that is attached to a lateral surface of the light guiding part and reflects light leaking to the lateral surface of the light guiding part.

LED Lighting System

An LED control system is provided for connection to an LED lighting system via a power line to control the LED lighting system using commands formed by manipulation of frequency and amplitude of a signal transmitted over the power line. The signal may be for example a wave or a sequence of pulses. The signal may be provided in superposition with line power or the line power may be formed as the signal. The signal can be provided intermittently and a carrier wave also provided and modulated at the same time as the signal. When the signal is not being produced, the power on the power line may be power that is allowed to flow without manipulation from an external portion of the power line.

Sun visor for automotive vehicle

To maximize the area of a vanity mirror and improve external appearance of a sun visor under consideration of safety, the sun visor comprises an upper sun visor element, a mirror unit whose upper end is supported by the upper sun visor element, and a lower sun visor element slidably fitted to the mirror unit. In out of use of the mirror, the lower sun visor element is vertically slid to its uppermost position into contact with the upper sun visor element to cover the mirror. In use, the lower sun visor element is vertically slid to its lowermost position with a click feeling to expose the mirror. Further, a lamp unit and a lamp switch are housed within the upper sun visor element for illumination. Further, it is preferable to automatically turn on the lamp whenever the mirror is exposed with the lamp switch set to "AUTO" position.

Mail indicator

A mail indicator including a weight reactive mechanism that is positionable within a conventional rural mail box and that includes a weight receiving plate that is mechanically linked to a pair of electrical contacts in a manner such that the electrical contacts change contact state when a weight of greater than one-quarter (1/4 Oz.) ounce is supported by the weight receiving plate; an electrically powered light emitting device wired in series with the pair of electrical contacts; and a power source connection bracket having a first and second terminal, the first and second terminals being connected in series with the pair of electrical contacts.

Light-emitting diode lighting device

A lighting device having one or more pair of side-emitting light-emitting diodes arranged end-to-end, one “flipped” relative to the other, such that the beam spreads of the LEDs complement one another and increase the overall beam spread of the device, or instead the intensity of the beam about a narrow angle.

Lantern and a lens for the same

A beacon lantern and a lens for the same with improved light transmission factor, which is easy to manufacture and uses LEDs as a light source. A lantern comprising light source of many LEDs radially distributed on a horizontal circumference and a cylindrical fresnel lens converging beams of light in all horizontal directions, in which the lens is made by rolling a sheet-like, fine prism-shaped linear fresnel lens into a shape of a cylinder. The lantern maintains a top lid and a lower lantern body with a prescribed distance therebetween by way of a center bolt, between said lid and lower lantern body a transparent cylindrical cover is maintained, on the inner surface thereof is the rolled sheet-like linear fresnel lens joined therewith.

Light emitting diode (LED) based lighting systems

A lighting system comprises at least one excitation source ( 5 ), preferably an LED, operable to generate and radiate excitation radiation of a first wavelength (λ 1 ); a shade ( 4 ) configured to at least in part surround the at least one source ( 5 ) and remotely located thereto; and at least one phosphor ( 16 ) provided in or on at least a part of the shade ( 4 ), wherein the phosphor ( 16 ) emits radiation of a different wavelength in response to incident excitation radiation. The phosphor can be provided on a part of an outer or inner surface of the shade. Alternatively, or in addition, the phosphor is incorporated within the shade. The lighting system finds particular application as a hanging, a desk, a floor standing, a wall mountable, a spot, an outdoor or an accent lighting fixture.

Led lamp

The invention relates to a LED lamp comprising a gear column which is connected, at its first end, to a lamp cap and, at its other end, to a substrate. Said substrate comprises a number of LEDs. According to the invention, said substrate is provided with a regular polyhedron of at least four planes, said planes comprising at least one LED having a luminous flux of at least 5 lm. The gear column also comprises heat-dissipating means which interconnect the substrate and the lamp cap. A continuous and regular illumination with a high luminous flux can be obtained using a LED lamp of this type.

Waterproof led display

A waterproof LED display has a housing and a circuit board with a plurality of LEDs provided in the housing. A back seat is formed at a rear portion and a back cover is mounted on the back seat. The back seat forms a first rim defining an opening and has a channel defined around the opening. A gasket is provided in the channel. The back seat and the back cover respectively have complementary teeth to engage with each other to form a zigzag path between them. The back cover further has a plurality of vertical slots defined in a bottom portion thereof and a plurality of flexible conduits respectively received in the vertical slots and extended out from the slots. Wires of the circuit board are extended out along the flexible conduits.

Light emitter assembly

An improved light emitter assembly for use in biomechanical electro-optical systems is disclosed. The device comprises a curved rigid or semi-rigid body to which at least three spaced light emitting diodes are affixed. The body is preferably cylindrical or hemispherical.

Luminous advertising sign

Vehicle lighting having remote light source

Apparatus for providing illumination on a vehicle utilizing light conducting, fluorescent substance containing sheets of material. In each embodiment, an exposed edge of the sheet of material is used to provide the intense, illuminated strip of light desired. Either natural light or a dedicated source of electric light is used to illuminate a light gathering portion of a sheet of this material which conducts the light to the edge to produce a brilliant strip of light. The strips can be disposed adjacent an automobile light, along seams in the body or along a spoiler disposed on the automobile. These sheets of material can also be positioned such that the edges thereof illuminate the location of lock cylinder, or the location of a door handle, or a vehicle logo. Retrofittable strips are also described.

Led lamp

An LED lamp includes blue and red LEDs and a phosphor. The blue LED produces an emission at a wavelength falling within a blue wavelength range. The red LED produces an emission at a wavelength falling within a red wavelength range. The phosphor is photoexcited by the emission of the blue LED to exhibit a luminescence having an emission spectrum in an intermediate wavelength range between the blue and red wavelength ranges.

Integration of light emitting devices and printed electronics into vehicle trim components

A relatively thin printed LED backlight device with an integral diffuser may be integrated into an interior trim component using a molding process, such as injection molding, compression molding and reaction injection molding. The display portion may be placed behind a textile surface or molded grille or may form a portion of the outer surface of the trim component to provide light to low light areas of the vehicle. Electronic circuitry and components may be printed on to the substrate of the device as part of an in-line continuous process at the molding station to allow low inventory and customization of each backlight device.

Automobile compartment light

Automatic ice chest light

A battery operated lighting device is provided for removable attachment to the underside of the pivoted lid of a top-loading ice chest. When the lid is raised, the light is automatically activated by a position-sensing switch. The device is comprised of a holding bracket and a housing rotatively and removably held by the bracket. When removed from the holding bracket, the housing can function as an ordinary flash light.

Automatic interior lighting device for drawers, cabinets and the like

A self-contained automatic lighting device for universal use in furniture, drawers, cabinets, boxes and other enclosures without the need of additional elements comprising a backing plate, cover means, light sources and pivoting switch means wherein said switch means has a contacting face terminating in an extension. The lighting device further includes a photosensor to prohibit activation when light is sensed in the area of the device and timer means to deactivate the light sources after the switch means has been opened for a predetermined period of time.

Interior mailbox light

In a mailbox having walls that define an interior space and a door which allows access to the interior space, an apparatus for illuminating the interior of the mailbox comprises a housing adapted to be affixed to the interior of the mailbox, the housing including an illumination source; a mount to affix the housing to the interior of the mailbox; a magnetic switch in operative engagement with the illumination source to light the illumination source, the switch operating in an off state and an on state; and, a magnet, affixed to the door, which moves between a first position and a second position so as to determine the state of the magnetic switch.

Lighting system for mailbox

A system for illuminating the interior of a mailbox having a bottom wall, a side and arcuate top wall, a closed rear wall, an open front, and a door pivotally attached to the bottom wall for selectively closing the open front. The lighting system includes a light source positioned within the interior of the mailbox. The lighting system further includes a battery power source mounted within the mailbox. A light sensor is positioned within the mailbox for sensing the level of ambient light within the interior thereof. The lighting system includes an electromagnetic sensor that permits current from the power source to be transmitted to the light sensor upon an opening of the mailbox door. If the level of ambient light sensed by the light sensor is below a predetermined level, the light source is energized to illuminate the interior of the mailbox. Current to the light sensor and light source is interrupted upon a closing of the mailbox door.

Retractable keyboard illumination device

A computer system may include a retractable illumination device to illuminate a keyboard in a dimly lit environment. The illumination device may be located proximal to the keyboard or on a display. The illumination device may be activated by raising it to a position above the keyboard or by exposing the device via a slideable cover. The illumination device may be deactivated by retracting it into the computer system or covering it with the slideable cover.

Drawer light fixture for those having vision difficulties

Our invention has to do with an electrical light fixture for brightening the usually dimmer portion of a drawer storage area. Also, this electrical light fixture is small enough to be attached to an inside surface of a desk. When attached, it is preferably located immediately above the storage area of a desk drawer. This invention does not take away the drawer space available for storage. Also, this electrical light fixture uses battery power for providing automatic lighting turn-on when the drawer is opened and for providing automatic turn-off when the drawer is closed. Alternatively, the automatic turn-off occurs after a pre-determined amount of time. This light fixture is especially convenient for those people who have vision difficulties either because of an illness, a surgical operation or just because of age such as being young children or elderly people.

Lighted clothing accessories

A clothing accessory article such as a handbag or a high heeled shoe, etc. has an exterior surface provided with a plurality of lights dispersed among gem like members which are illuminated by the lights. The article includes a switch for on/off control of the lights and that switch is disguised as a decorative finishing member on the article.