Abstract: A display case is provided having vertical members with internal conductors. The conductors are coupled to a source of low voltage electrical power such that adjacent vertical members are of differing electrical polarity. Shelf supports are designed to make electrical contact with the internal conductors when engaged in a vertical member. A light fixture, disposed on the underside of a shelf is electrically coupled to the shelf supports thereby completing an electrical circuit for energizing the light fixture.

Abstract: A lighting system for use in areas of low-level lighting, such as a planetarium, theater, museum, or auditorium, which improves visibility of objects without detracting from the overall desired low-level lighting. The lighting system provides a safe and low cost way to illuminate certain areas of a darkened room while maintaining an overall dimly lit environment.

Abstract: Apparatus for adjusting the biological clock of, e.g., an intercontinental or transcontinental airline traveler includes a luminaire disposed adjacent a front edge of a seat pan of a seat. The luminaire is coupled to or includes a light source; preferably the light source is disposed remotely from the luminaire and is coupled to the luminaire by a light guide. The luminaire may have a flexible reflecting element to increase light intensity on the backs of the traveler's knees. Using the luminaire to shine bright light on the backs of the knees of the traveler permits adjustment of the biological clock of the traveler in flight.

Abstract: An office furniture light structure includes a securing element adapted for mounting on a piece of office furniture in a suitable position, and a lighting device. The securing element is provided with at lest one outwardly extending movable element. The movable element has a distal end connected to the lighting device in a movable manner. In use, the lighting device can be moved to a suitable position by means of the movable element to sufficiently illuminate a place.

Abstract: A clear casing (10) for an electronic component (12) comprising an enclosure (14) made out of a transparent plastic material (16) which extends about the periphery of the electronic component (12), so as to enhance the esthetic appearance of the electronic component (12).

Abstract: A visionary replacement (substitute) back panel for a commercially available television cabinet is provided which permits a security inspection of the interior of the television cabinet without the removal of any cabinet walls or the opening of the cabinet members. The substitute back panel conforms to the shape, electrical and structural standards of the O.E.M. (original equipment manufacturer) back panel. Optically clear viewing planes are provided. Ultraviolet (U.V.) light filtering may be incorporated. Tamper resistance attachment may be included. An auxiliary light source may also be included which is selectively activated. A method of inspection of the interior of the cabinet is easily conducted from the outside thereof.

Abstract: A decorative simulated automobile hood light is disclosed. The hood light contains a light source with light passing through the front and the rear of the enclosure for the light source, which is a simulated automobile hood. The hood can be raised or lowered, permitting access to the light source and simulating the opening and closing of an automobile hood.

Abstract: A task light shelf system provide a task light having an elongated housing with a planar top wall structure that acts as a shelf surface. The housing of the task light has sufficient structural strength to carry loads on the shelf surface and is supported over a task area by means of angle brackets that attach to attachment slots formed in the top wall of the task light. Extended shelf surfaces can be provided by means of insert elements and angle brackets having extended attachment arms, which attach to the extended arms of the angle brackets. The insert elements can be optionally closed channel members to provide wire or cable channels behind the task light.

Abstract: A lamp for use in connection with an object storage system and intended for being connected to a current supply, the lamp including a lamp housing with at least one light source and a reflector member being at least partially included in a longitudinal extension of the lamp housing, the extension including a light opening. The at least one light source and the reflector member being so disposed as to illuminate, through the light opening, the exposed back sides of objects when stored in the storage system. An external width and height of the lamp housing is proportioned corresponding to the dimensions of such objects as are intended for being stored in the object storage system. Thereby a separate, removable lamp of the insertion type is objected. An illumination system including at least two such lamps, an object storage system as combined with at least one such lamp, and the use of the lamp for illuminating an object storage system is disclosed, too.

Abstract: A lighted planter includes a lighting assembly removably supported on the upper rim of a planter box. The planter box is sized to contain a flower or plant pot. The lighting assembly provides nested inner and outer frames, separated by an array of stained glass panels, defining a channel containing a wrap-around lighting element.

Abstract: Metal halide table and floor lamps and method of manufacture. A lamp base module housing a power supply, ballast, and illumination controls separate from a metal halide bulb with the metal halide bulb housed within the base or a luminaire module. Lamp modules of various size and appearance may be manufactured separately and easily assembled by those of but ordinary skill.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a quickly releasable removably engaged light source for use with a display shelf. A shortened display shelf having a top and bottom, a front and a back edge is mounted to a wall such as the back edge of the display shelf has an air-gap between it and the surface to which it is mounted. A removable light support member is releasably engaged with the back edge of the shelf. On the back of the light support member, there is a light attached thereon. The distance between the back of the removable light support and the surface to which the shelf is mounted is such that an air-gap is created between them so that the quickly releasable support member and attached light can be removed from the shelf without the light on the back of the removable light support member hitting the surface.

Abstract: A neon tubing display device for creating a free standing table or for using it as an insert in a piece of furniture is characterized as a container member divided into upper and lower chambers by means of a separator plate. A neon tubing configuration is supported in the upper chamber on the top side of the plate and the bottom side of the plate defines the top of the lower chamber which contains a neon tube power supply whose high voltage output is connected to opposite ends of the neon tubing. Another plate serves as a cover for the upper neon tubing containing chamber. In one embodiment a masking plate bearing an artistic layer is interposed between said cover plate and the upper chamber.

Abstract: A light fixture with decorative trim for mounting under a cabinet which is both functional in providing light onto a work surface and also is attractive in its appearance. The fixture has a front decorative strip and a rear decorative strip mounted to a base panel. The base panel has lights mounted in it. The front decorative strip is an attractive trim strip that faces the user. Alternatively the rear decorative trim strip on the opposite side of the base panel can be oriented to face the user thereby giving the user either of two alternatives in selecting the desired decorative trim. There are side strips that also have an identical decorative surface facing the user whereby the entire fixture extends around the bottom of the cabinet. The fixture also provides a wireway within itself to enclose wires which provide power to the lights.

Abstract: A visionary replacement (substitute) back panel for a commercially available television cabinet is provided which permits a security inspection of the interior of the television cabinet without the removal of any cabinet walls or the opening of the cabinet members. The substitute back panel conforms to the shape, electrical and structural standards of the O.E.M. (original equipment manufacturer) back panel. Optically clear viewing planes are provided. Ultraviolet (U.V.) light filtering may be incorporated. Tamper resistance attachment may be included. An auxiliary light source may also be included which is selectively activated. A method of inspection of the interior of the cabinet is easily conducted from the outside thereof.

Abstract: Many individuals in wheelchairs are struck by motor vehicles while crossing roadways. Usually motorists fail to see them. This invention provides for a warning lamp apparatus for a wheelchair comprising: a mounting base adapted to be slidingly received and removed from the upper rear portion of the wheelchair; an upright support member extending from the mounting base; a lamp mounted on the top portion of the upright member; an umbrella support arm connected to the mounting base and a power supply means to illuminate the lamp. A preferred aspect of this invention provides for an apparatus as above wherein the mounting base is a generally horizontal U shaped member having a box connected thereto and the U shaped member slidingly received in a rear upper portion of the wheelchair. The box is adapted to carry the umbrella support arm and provide accessory storage for the rider.

Abstract: A shelving system includes a power track having an electric circuit connected to a power source, and at least one shelf structure including a top panel and containing a light source beneath the top panel to radiate light to the shelf structure immediately below it, the shelf structure being removably fitted to the power track so that the light source is electrically connected to the electric circuit.

Abstract: Table provided with a light emitting plane, for the treatment of pets. The invention includes a light emitting panel formed of a box-like structure, including a light emitting source, a cover for coloring the light; reflecting and diffusing surfaces for reflecting and diffusing the light, a photoelectric device for varying the intensity of the light and a removable cover. The invention also includes a support structure and a device for adjusting a height of the panel.

Abstract: An improved task light is comprised of a housing having a center cavity portion, a light passage opening below the center cavity portion, and an edge cavity for supporting a light source that emits light from the housing's edge cavity portion into its center cavity portion. A reflector, at least a portion of which spans the center cavity portion of the housing and which portion has a proximal and distal edge in relation to the light source, lies along a path that curves inwardly of the housing such that, when the reflector is viewed through the housing's light passage opening from the level of a task surface below the task light and from any position to the front of the task light, the luminance of the spanning portion of the reflector from reflected source light is substantially uniform over substantially the entirety of the spanning portion of the reflector.

Abstract: The invention concerns an incorporated lighting system in furniture with a reflector radiating downward, and the task is established to extensively reduce the downward heat radiation. This task is essentially resolved by the fact that a cold-light reflector is used as the reflector, and this reflector has an apical opening in the region of its apex, whereby a heat distribution plate that is ventilated by air and absorbs heat radiation is arranged above the apical opening.

Abstract: A surface luminous lighting unit has a light panel comprising a plurality of light guiding plates laminated in different lengths. The longer side of the light panel is made shorter than the distance between filaments of a lamp, and longer than the distance between the portions where a luminance of the lamp is equal to 75% of the maximum luminance of the lamp. The surface luminous lighting unit comprises a light guide which comprises a plurality of light guiding plates in different length laminated in such a manner that the sides of those plates where light enters are made level with each other, where the other sides thereof are arranged in a step-like. A linear light source is affixed to the light entering side of the light guide, and a reflector is affixed to the light exiting side of the light guide in such a manner as to extend thereover.

Abstract: A retractable communications terminal center (100) for providing conveniently located voice/data terminals (202) is adapted to be mounted in a work surface (104) such as a desk top or similar article of furniture. The communications terminal center (100) is manually operable and includes a stationary upper housing (128) received within a slot (122) formed in the work surface. In addition, a manually movable and slidable carriage (170) is utilized to mount the communication terminal modules (202). In response to manually exerted forces on the carriage (170), the carriage can be extended upward into an open position. Relatively small bosses (228) extend laterally from lateral sides of the carriage (170) and provide a means to support the carriage (170) in its extended position, with the bosses (228) resting on lips (236) in the housing (128).

Abstract: An umbrella includes a hollow shank that is open at an upper end. A hollow lamp holder unit is provided on the upper end of the shank and has a closed upper end to which a plurality of ribs are connected, an open lower end formed with a central hole to permit the shank to extend into the lamp holder unit, and a positioning rod which extends from the upper end and into the shank. The positioning rod has a longitudinal groove formed on a periphery thereof. A slidable ring is sleeved on the shank. A plurality of spreaders are connected pivotally to a periphery of the ring member at one end and are connected pivotally and respectively to the ribs at the other end. A lighting element is mounted securely on the lower end of the lamp holder unit adjacent to the central hole. An electric cable unit is disposed inside the shank and extends through the groove in the positioning rod and into the lamp holder unit, thereby interconnecting the lighting element electrically with a power source.

Abstract: A quick mounting arrangement detachably mounts a light fixture or the like in an overhead cabinet of a furniture article. Front and rear mounting ledges are located in the lower portion of the cabinet and are oriented to generally face one another. Two fixed latches protrude from the rear of the light fixture and include a clip to hold a power cord and the light, and at least one reciprocating latch protrudes from the front side of the light fixture. Each reciprocating latch is a one-piece molded part including a body adapted to slidingly fit in a shaped aperture in the light fixture, a first leg adapted to abuttingly engage the front mounting ledge, and a second leg extending at an angle from the first leg free end toward the light fixture to form a ramp. During installation, the light fixture is positioned at an angle so that the fixed latch rests on the rear ledge, and the reciprocating latch is positioned ready to be rotated toward the front ledge.

Abstract: A support structure having a built-in light source aimed to project light directly upward onto an object, such as a cocktail glass, from a position directly below it, so as to allow its inherent glittering quality to be shown. The structure includes a recess in the upper portion of a support on which the object is to be placed, a light source at the bottom of the recess, a convex lens at an upper position of the recess, a transparent flat member above the convex lens, a switch at a fixed position in the support, and an electrical wire connecting the switch with the light source.

Abstract: A table with decorative aquarium, including a plurality of lighting fixtures and a base with a plurality of hollow supporters to fit a plurality of equidistant transparent legs arranged annularly to support a polygonal top, and a plurality of equidistant transparent supports arranged annularly to support a transparent aquarium located below the top within a zone surrounded by the legs so that lights of same or different colors from the lighting fixtures are refracted by the legs and supports and then projected to the top and aquarium.

Abstract: A portable light and table provides a caster-mounted work/storage table having an angularly-adjustable light panel attached to its table surface. One side of the light panel bears at least one work table light (preferably incandescent bulb-type) that can be generally directed to illuminate the table surface, and the other side of the light panel bears at least one work area light (preferably fluorescent bulb-type), which can be simultaneously adjustably directed to illuminate a work area adjacent the work/storage table.

Abstract: An improved undershelf elongated task light fixture. The fixture includes an elongated housing means having a top, a front wall depending from the top, and a back wall depending from the top and spaced rearwardly of the front wall. A tubular lamp is positioned in the housing between the front wall and the back wall. An elongated shield having a rearwardly facing, downwardly and rearwardly inclined reflector element is mounted on the housing. The shield lies beneath, and extends forwardly of, the tubular lamp. The housing and shield define an elongated opening adjacent the base of the housing between the front wall and the tubular lamp. A light diffuser, such as a batwing diffuser, covers the opening. The elongated shield substantially blocks direct radiation from the tubular lamp from impinging on the light diffuser, hence prevents veiling reflections almost entirely.

Abstract: A furnishing or other like structure having an illuminated, decorative design formed on at least open surface thereof. The decorative design is created by a sheet or rod formed of a light transparent, fluorescent substance containing material, one edge of which extends through and is generally flush with the surface of the furnishing. This sheet or rod is illuminated along a lower portion thereof which extends below the surface of the furnishing. The lower portion of the rod or sheet, and the light source are shielded by a housing so that no light is visible, except along the illuminated edge on the surface of the furnishing. A fan or other cooling device may be provided for removing heat from the light source while still preventing the escape of light. Such sheets or rods may be provided either singly, or in a plurality to form the desired decorative design.

Abstract: A table with a planar surface which is wholly or partially transparent lighted by a light remote from the surface, the light being carried from the light to the surface by optical fibers, is disclosed.

Abstract: A bed employed for use in light bathing. The bed comprises a transparent cloth stretched thereon and optical conductors arranged on the underside of the cloth. The optical conductors are arranged in such a manner that the light rays transmitted therethrough are radiated outside of the optical conductors and pass through the transparent cloth.

Abstract: A mechanism for lighting an article of furnishing, such as a bookcase with adjustable shelves, comprising a fixture laterally extending along a shelf, said shelf being adjustably positionable along a combination electrical conductor and shelf positioner, said fixture including an electrically conductive strip, a plurality of series connected electrical terminals, and a plurality of lamp means, each connecting said strip and one of said terminals.

Abstract: A task light for mounting relatively close to an underlying work area has an elongated fluorescent bulb extending across the work area, a wide, flat and elongated prismatic lens underlying and adjacent the bulb for distributing light over the entire work area and a transparent sheet overlying the prismatic lens between the lens and the bulb having areas of various degrees of translucency calibrated to diminish the intensity of light rays directed toward certain sections of the work area contingent upon the configuration of the work area and the distance the task light is positioned therefrom.

Abstract: An overhead lighting system for one or more visual display terminals includes one or more luminous elements and a baffle having a series of rails mounted at least partially below the luminous element. The baffle reduces reflections of overhead surfaces, especially the lighting equipment and the ceiling, in the screen of the visual display terminals while economically maintaining comfortable lighting. The overhead lighting system provides greater comfort and productivity of personnel who utilize visual display terminals. It is particularly, but not solely, suited to computer classrooms, stock brokerage firms, or other large areas where one or more visual display terminals are used in an open environment.

Abstract: Disclosed is a lighting fixture which is primarily adapted for removable attachment to modular office furniture and for adjustable, substantially glare-free illumination of a work surface. The lighting fixture has a substantially elongated housing for a ballast, and a pair of holders for fluorescent tubes which are pivotably attached to a lower surface of the housing. A fastening device is attached to the housing which enables removable attachment of the lighting fixture to the underside of a shelf or the like, preferably without physically altering or changing the shelf. A channel shaped member having an upwardly open face is attached to and is disposed substantially along the entire length of the housing in order to unobtrusively accommodate at least a portion of a cable which connects the lighting fixture with an electric outlet. A user may adjust the positioning of each tube holder relative to the housing in order to obtain an optimal lighting effect on the work surface.

Abstract: A light fixture having a reflector for directing light beams generally in a first direction, such as an indirect lighting reflector, which has a tab that is partially punched out and bent to reflect a restricted spot of light in an opposite direction. This permits the highlighting or illumination of an area on the back side of the reflector without extra bulbs and without ugly add-on reflectors.

Abstract: Enclosures such as drawers and glove compartments are provided with a light that automatically turns on when the enclosure is opened and turns off when closed. This light has a lightbulb in circuit with batteries and a switching mechanism, including a spring and actuator for the spring which is mounted to rotate, move linearly outwardly and inwardly relative to the light's housing, or do both simultaneously. The actuator has a portion engaging the spring and an arcuate edge portion extending beyond the housing which engages a surface of the enclosure when the enclosure is opened or closed. During relative movement between the enclosure surface and the light, the actuator moves the spring between two positions, one of which opens the circuit to the lightbulb, the other of which closes this circuit.

Abstract: A lighting fixture that is adapted to be mounted on a normally concealed, vertical surface of a large musical instrument or item of furniture such that the lamp assembly and its supporting frame may be concealed when lowered to an inoperative position behind the musical instrument or furniture item. The fixture includes a bracket mounted on the concealed side of the musical instrument or furniture item, and the longer leg of an inverted, J-shaped frame is mounted in the bracket for vertically shiftable and pivotal movement. The longer leg has a plurality of vertically spaced grooves in the outer surface thereof, which coact with a ball detent in the bracket to releasably retain the frame and lamp assembly in different, vertical positions. A swivel mounting connects the lamp assembly to the shorter leg of the frame and limits the extent of rotation of the lamp assembly relative to the shorter leg of the frame.

Abstract: A concealable lighting fixture wherein the longer, vertically extending leg of a support frame is mounted in a vertically extending bearing in a bracket so that the frame is vertically shiftable in and rotatable with respect to the bracket. A diametrically extending support pin is mounted in the lower end of the longer leg for engaging a support surface on the upper end of the bracket. When engaged with the support surface, the support pin releasably retains the frame, and a lamp assembly on the upper end of the support frame, in an elevated operative position. In one embodiment, the bearing for the longer leg of the frame is provided by concave recesses in the inner faces of a pair of vertically extending flanges on one side of the plate portion of the bracket. In another embodiment, the bearing is provided by a tube welded to the plate portion.

Abstract: A high intensity lamp system for fireman's use and similar users provides a specially shaped base with an angle-adjustment of a reflector-equipped high intensity lamp extending from a junction box on the base; the base special shape includes at one end a "J"-section channel hook for hanging the system on a door or the like free of twisting; an arcuate cutout centrally in the edge of "J"-section channel hook provides for hanging the system on a nail or the like; at the opposite end of the base a planar projection of the base beyond the junction box provides for mounting the system by clamping or by slipping into a slot. The junction box receives a twist-lock type electrical supply plug in a socket for power input and provides two output sockets, eliminating need for extra extension cords. Special provisions permit adjusting the angle of the lamp head without danger of burning the hands of the user.

Abstract: This invention provides an improved reading or viewing lamp that achieves extraordinary visual acuity when properly used. The lamp employs a quartz-halogen bulb together with a parabolic lens to provide a collimated beam. A light filter removes heat radiation and ultra violet radiation from the beam. A convex mirror reflects the filtered light beam to the reading or viewing area where because of the point source characteristic of the bulb and the remaining optics, the rays are substantially non-crossing and transversely coherent in the reading or viewing area. In one embodiment, the collimated beam is directed vertically and tubular light shield surrounding the collimated light beam and a cylindrical shield around the convex mirror reduces transverse radiation of light to other parts of the room. The shield around the collimated beam also provides a chimney effect which disperses the heat throughout the room to points remote from the reader.

Abstract: A simulated rain on a window pane panel assembly that can be used as a room divider, a head-board for a bed, a window replacement, or a door. It has a minor frame assembly having a pair of vertical side frame members interconnected adjacent their respective bottom ends by a bottom frame member. A pair of clear plastic panels cover the front and rear of the minor frame assembly to form a water tight chamber therebetween. A primary tubular member extends substantially across the width of the minor frame assembly adjacent its top and the primary tubular member is also positioned between the laterally spaced clear plastic panels. A plurality of apertures are formed in the bottom surface of the primary tubular member across its length. A major frame assembly laterally surrounds the minor frame assembly, and it contains shelves, speaker cabinets, a built in psychodelic light system, and a storage area beneath the minor frame assembly.

Abstract: A lighting system wherein a task-oriented light source is supplemented by the provision of a baffle so located in relation to the positions of the source, the task and the observer as to block out or modify, in whole or in part, the light reaching the task at angles such as would produce veiling reflections. The baffle may be plastic or glass with polarizing characteristics and may be flat or curved; it also may be fixed or adjustable.

Abstract: A bird cage heater includes a housing divided by a partition into an upper lamp compartment and a closed lower control compartment. The upper compartment has reflective internal walls and an open front. An electric light bulb is mounted in the upper compartment. Fastening devices are provided for detachably mounting the housing entirely on the exterior of bird cage with the open front wall facing the interior of the cage so that heat and light produced by the light bulb are reflected through the open front wall into the cage. A thermostat responsive to the temperature of the lower closed compartment controls energization of the light bulb. An indicator lamp is provided to provide indication of the operability of the light bulb filament. A colored light bulb may be used thereby providing a decorative effect in addition to heat.

Abstract: A work area lighting system is provided including a housing containing a linear light source therein and having an open bottom end. A refractor comprising a pair of refractor plate members closes the open bottom end. The refractor includes a first member having a plurality of spaced prisms extending parallel to the light source and a second member having a plurality of spaced prisms extending perpendicular to the light source. The second member underlies the first member and is approximately one-half its length. The second member is moveably mounted to the housing to enable it to slide with respect to the first member so that different portions of the first member may be covered as desired.

Abstract: An adjustable reading lamp that is attachable to the back of a chair or the like for supporting the lamp in a generally vertical position regardless of the angular inclination of the mounting surface while at the same time affording an extremely wide range of adjustments whereby illumination from the lamp may be conveniently and easily directed into any desired viewing region.

Abstract: The specification discloses a hard wired, free standing movable room divider panel system in which wiring is provided for both a lighting circuit and a power circuit. The wiring terminates in connectors which provide terminals for connecting into the lighting circuit, terminals for connecting into the power circuit and terminals for connecting into both circuits which facilitate electrically connecting adjacent panels through a panel power connector.

Abstract: A light fixture for horizontal or wall task surfaces for office and like interiors adapted to be used with an ambient light system which fixture utilizes a plain rectangular elongated housing for a fluorescent lamp with simplified end brackets which permit the fixture to be mounted directly or indirectly on screens or partitions at any desired elevation, and providing angular adjustment. Direct glare is avoided and veiling reflections reduced by angular selection, lens selection, and recessing the lens within the housing. The adjustment brackets provide precise angular incremental adjustment but are designed to slip if excessive force is exerted on the fixture to avoid damage to the fixture, partition, or screen.

Abstract: A patient room headwall unit consisting of an integral module for suspension on the headwall of a hospital room between two patient beds. The unit, which is prewired during assembly at the factory, includes a center section having provisions for gas, communication or nurse call and electrical services, the same being accessible at either bed through use of pendant controls and the like. It also includes a lighting section at either side of the central section for providing reading light and both high and low intensity general room illumination at each patient bed. The unit, ordinarily, will be installed in conjuction with ceiling-drop services and a telescopic shroud is provided to conceal these services once installation has been completed.

Abstract: A lamp for mounting on a music stand having a lower ledge with an upstanding support plate. The lamp has a horizontally elongated base connected to an upwardly extending front upright, having a lamp assembly mounted at its upper end. A downwardly extending rear upright is connected to and spaced rearwardly from the upper end of the front upright by an adjustable connector. The front and rear uprights together form a vertically elongated and downwardly open slot for receiving the support plate of a music stand with the base resting on the lower ledge of the stand. The connector is adjustable to vary the spacing between the front and rear uprights to bring said uprights into abutting engagement with the front and rear sides of the support plate.