Patents by Inventor Benny Irwin

Benny Irwin has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Method of illuminating flat panel displays to provide CRT appearing displays
    Patent number: 4842378
    Abstract: LCD screen illumination is provided by a neon tube formed to fit closely adjacent the screen. A tube formed to fit around the periphery of the screen shielded from the viewer's eyes can be utilized to front light the screen. A serpentine shaped tube can be placed adjacent the back of the screen to back light the screen. The tube can be formed to have a size coextensive with the screen configuration and can have a light diffuser between the tube and the screen to provide uniform illumination. The tube can provide any desired color, an adjustable high maximum surface brightness, high electrical efficiency and a narrow profile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 1987
    Date of Patent: June 27, 1989
    Assignee: Alphasil, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard A. Flasck, Benny Irwin, Scott H. Holmberg