Abstract: A wax candle simulation device with random flicker electric circuitry, comprising at least two miniature light bulbs mechanically vertically closely arranged with the filaments therein arranged at an angle. The bulbs are contained within a flame shaped translucent housing and are connected to an electrical circuitry comprising two transistors, with one driving the other (inverter) with an external control and a switch between them set by resistor values. Additional resistors slow down light bulb shut down and the filaments are constantly pre-heated with a slow cool down, whereby the transition between the lighting of the light bulbs is very gradual. A single counter IC, creates the external driver circuitry with a portion of the IC providing a low stability oscillator and another portion operating as a counter with outputs connected to resistors. The other ends of the resistors are parallel and connected to the inverter.

Abstract: An electronic candle having a configuration to emulate that of a wax candle such as a wide cylinder votive candle. The electronic candle contains circuitry to cause emission of random light flickers when activated and a spring loaded two piece switch/timer element and candle housing to effect the activation for a predetermined period of time. Switching is adapted to be effected with position placement of the candle and relative movement between the switch timer element and the housing.

Abstract: An electronic votive light suitable for outdoor applications. The electronic votive light may be formed from a standard votive light assembly and an illumination cell with the same form factor as a candle used in a standard votive light in order to enable the illumination cell to be disposed within a standard votive light. The illumination cell in accordance with the present invention includes an LED, powered by a battery pack. The battery pack may consist of 6 standard D-cell battery, which, based on the relatively low power consumption of the LED, are able to keep the LED illuminated for a substantial amount of time, for example one year or more. The illumination cell in accordance with the present invention is formed from corrosion proof and corrosion resistant materials which make the device particularly suitable for outdoor applications.

Abstract: A replica flame (10) for a candle (12) having a wick (14) in a candlestick (16) comprising a simulated three-dimensional flame body (18). A structure (20) is for connecting the simulated three-dimensional flame body (18) to a top end (22) of the candle (12) at the wick (14). It will produce a uniquely realistic appearance for the candle (12) which seems lighted, but is not lighted, thereby making a safe product that will enhance realism to the candle (12).

Abstract: A combined plate and candle display is provided having a base, a candle and a decorative plate. The base includes a top and bottom surface, as well as a front end and a back end. A recess is located on the top surface of the base adjacent to the front end and has a depth less than the thickness of the base. A support cavity is located on the top surface of the base adjacent to the back end and has a depth less than the thickness of the base. A support post is secured in a support cavity and rises from the top surface. A groove is located on the top surface of the base and has a depth less than the thickness of the base. The plate is situated on the base so that its back face rests against the support post and the edge of the plate is positioned in the groove. The candle is situated in the recess, in front of the plate.

Abstract: A self-illuminated, decorative ornamental device intended for indoor or outdoor residential use is suitable for day and night viewing. The device includes a planer surface having a two-dimensional color graphic image, and a multiplicity of electric lamps which are arranged on the surface to define a pattern which corresponds to the color graphic image. The color graphic image may include reflective elements to reflect light from the electric lamps.

Abstract: A candlestick with lightening device generally comprises a candlestick body, a base, a connecting sleeve, a shade, a primary bulb, a plurality of inner bulbs, and a plurality of connecting sockets. The bulb is disposed atop of the candlestick while those plurality of inner bulbs are disposed within the candlestick body. Accordingly, both primary bulb and inner bulbs are lightening when it is powered. By this arrangement, impressive and amiable atmosphere can be therefore attained.

Abstract: Disclosed is a supporting structure associated with a base of a candle lamp for internally reenforcing a plastic figure-form shell of the candle lamp. The supporting structure includes a long hollow tubular member and a sleeve member. The tubular member has an enlarged top portion for receiving a lamp socket therein and a lower end for inserting into an upper portion of the sleeve member. The sleeve member has a lower connecting portion for associating with a lamp base. Thereby, a plastic figure-form shell of the candle lamp can be put over the supporting structure without easily becoming deformed or bent after assembly.

Abstract: In combination with a low-voltage socket installed in a window sill, an electric candle has a low-voltage bulb at the top and a pair of prongs at the bottom. These prongs engage the contacts provided in the socket when the candle is slipped therein. The socket thus also stabilizes the candle light, mechanically, and prevents the candle light from tipping over. A decorative base may be slipped over the candle (above the socket). When the candle light is not being used, it may be lifted out of the receptacle; and thereafter, a protective cap may be pressed over the receptacle for closure purposes.

Abstract: Apparatus for simulating a candle flame in which the current through the filament of a bulb is varied from a first value to a second value and back to the first value during spaced periods that vary from a period of maximum duration to a period of minimum duration that produces no observable flicker in an apparently random manner.

Abstract: A food covering system resembling a decorated cake includes a cover with receptacles for holding and providing power to illuminating decorations and/or moving decorations, including electronic candles. In response to a breath sensor sensing a predetermined level of air movement, power to the electronic candles is turned off and secondary illuminating decorations, such as letters arranged in a birthday message, are turned on. In addition to the secondary decorations, music or other sounds may be issued from a speaker embedded in the food cover. The secondary decorations and/or music may be turned on for a predetermined time. Alternatively, the secondary decorations and/or music are on with the electronic candles and remain on, after the candles are "blown out", for a predetermined time.

Abstract: A candolier holder, preferably made of molded plastic, having cooperatively engageable frame, lateral support and suction cup members, the frame member desirably having a hinged, outwardly foldable, unitarily molded base support member, and bosses adapted to retain the base support member in its outwardly folded position.

Abstract: Embodiments of a retractable electric candle system are shown and described, each for installation into a window sill so that the candle rises out of the sill for use and retracts down into the space under the sill for storage. The candle system includes a base for attachment over an aperture drilled in the sill, a candle that slides up and down through the base and the sill, and a tube member into which the candle retracts. When a cover is removed from the base, a spring pops up the candle enough to allow the user to grasp it for lifting. A slot and pin mechanism cooperate to reversibly lock the candle into a raised position when the candle is lifted and rotated about 1/4 turn. Electrical contacts, wiring, and electrical tape are positioned to electrify the bulb or other display unit on top of the candle when the candle system is connected to a power source and when the candle is in the raised position.

Abstract: An extension for installation in an existing incandescent electric light socket has an appearance resembling that of a candlestick, and is particularly adaptable to use with incandescent bulbs having a flame-like appearance. The extension includes a base portion formed to cooperate with a light bulb socket, and an electrical socket in the upper end formed to cooperate with a light bulb having a base of the same size and configuration as that of the base of the extension. Thus, a light bulb may be removed from a socket and installed in the socket of the extension, and the extension installed directly into the socket from which the bulb was removed. The wider outside dimension of the upper socket relative to the lower base is camouflaged by a wider upper portion of the body of the extension, having an appearance resembling that of melted wax from a partially burned candle.

Abstract: A holding device for supporting an electric candle for viewing through a window. The holding device is comprised of a horizontally extending support base, having retaining hooks for securing an electric candle, a vertically extending wall attached to the support base, and a handle for attaching to a window sash which interacts with the wall and connects the support base and candle to the window. The candle end of the support base accommodates force fitting hooks for holding the candle while the opposite end abuts the window sash. The handle is attached to the window sash and extends upwardly and outwardly at an angle leaving a space between the window and handle for grasping. The wall is located on the support base at a distance from the end of the base which abuts the window equal to the horizontal measurement of the space between the window and the handle.

Abstract: An electric candle comprised of an electric lamp supported on a cylindrical casing above a base, said cylindrical casing having conductive strips connected to a power supply in said base and controlled by a switch means consisted of a spring coil around a conductor, said base having a sound pick up, a sound producing means at the inside, wherein making a sound causes said sound pick up to connect the electric circuit permitting said lamp bulb and said sound producing means to give light and sound respectively; blowing a stream of current through vent holes on said lamp cap causes said switch means to cut off the electric circuit permitting said lamp bulb and said sound producing means to stop giving light or sound.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an electric candle having an ornamental base and a faux candlestick, the latter being made from a translucent material. The invention also has an electrical circuit for sensing ambient light conditions and automatically turning on and off the electric candle. The sensor for the electrical circuit is located within the translucent candlestick.

Abstract: A neon light is disclosed which consists of a neon tube having an electrode at either end and a conductive thread extending from each electrode. The tube is retained within a plastic outer shell and a cap is placed on one end covering the electrode. The opposite end is received within a light shade which covers the electrode and which mounts opposed copper electrodes on opposite sides thereof. The conductive threads extend through the plastic surrounding shell into the light shade and are coupled to the copper electrodes. The light at the shade end is then received within a socket of a pedestal wherein the side electrodes are received within internal tracks and when seeded engage electrodes within the socket. The socket then has an external threaded portion which may be mounted on a pedestal by a ring nut and has tenon members on opposite sides thereof which retain the shade received therein by engaging a surrounding flange thereon.

Abstract: A decorative light display unit for displaying one or more lights for a window display, table centerpiece, or the like, wherein a substantially rectangular hollow housing is provided with a top surface having at least one transverse opening therethrough to maintain a display candle extending from each opening. A glass or plastic sconce is disposed around each candle and supported by a groove formed around the transverse opening. The sconce includes a first tubular end supported by the hollow housing and a flared bulbous open portion disposed around the bulb of the candle. The flared bulbous portion is provided with a scalloped tip end and a ribbon secured around a reduced diameter portion thereof. A hinged closure door is provided for one end of the hollow housing to permit the insertion/removal of a suitable candelabrum therein. A notch is provided in the closure door to accommodate an electric cord supplying electric current to the candelabrum.

Abstract: A self contained battery operated table lamp for use in restaurants, and the like. The lamp includes an electric light which is energized on an intermittent basis by a switching circuit to assure long battery life. A feed back loop is included in the switching circuit for establishing the duty cycle of the energizing power intermittingly applied to the lamp. A flicker signal generator is connected to the energizing circuit of the light to introduce a flicker into the output of the light. The flicker signal generator incorporates a plurality of independent oscillators, each operating at a slightly different frequency. The outputs of the various oscillators are summed in a summing network with each being given a slightly different weighting factor, and the resulting signal is injected into a feedback loop to modify the average voltage of the light. The lamp is caused to provide a pseudo-random candle simulating effect.

Abstract: A gas candle, comprising a cylindrical casing divided by a division plate into a first chamber at the bottom for containing illuminating gas and a second chamber at the top for holding a gas flow rate control device. The division plate has a gas outlet hole at the center through which illuminating gas is permitted to discharge into the second chamber. The gas flow rate control device has an outer thread screwed up with the inner thread on the second chamber, a nozzle tip defining a gas passage way longitudinally piercing through the body of the gas flow rate control device, an annular groove on the periphery thereof at a lower end with an O-ring mounted thereon to seal the gap between the gas flow rate control device and the cylindrical casing. A sealing cover is mounted on the division plate at the top to seal the gas outlet hole. A pressure cushion is mounted on the seal cover at the top, having a pin at the top for inserting in the gas passage way of the gas flow rate regulating device from the bottom.

Abstract: An illuminating system is provided for objects such as Christmas trees, decorations, works of art and ornaments. Electrically operated, light-emitting elements are hung on or fastened to or within these objects. The light-emitting elements include an electrical oscillatory circuit which can include, for example, inductive and capacitive elements. An energy source powers the elements with direct connection by way of electromagnetic waves or infrared light. The energy source can take the form of, for example, a high-frequency transmitter or an infrared radiation source.

Abstract: A holographic decorative lamp includes a holographic film pre-recorded with many interference patterns of a torch formed on a shade of the lamp, whereby upon an illumination of the lamp, plural three-dimensional to superimposed images of the torch can be observed through the holographic film for decorative purpose and the lamp itself may also provide illuminating effect.

Abstract: A self-powered ornamental lighting device includes a housing wall defining a chamber therein and a power source disposed in the housing chamber. One or more LEDS are mounted in the housing wall whereby light emitted by the LED is transmitted to the ambience. Circuit means are disposed in the housing chamber for connecting the power supply and the LEDS for causing the LEDS to emit light. A removable cover member provides access to the housing chamber. In one embodiment of the invention the LEDS are provided with light enhancing members which serve to disburse, direct, reflect or otherwise modify the light emitted from the LEDS. In another embodiment of the invention a remote control system is provided for control of the on/off function of the lighting device.

Abstract: A simulative candle includes a housing receiving therein a battery, an oscillator converting the battery power into an a.c. power, a half-wave-rectifying filtering network changing the a.c. power into an astable high-voltage d.c. electric power, and a neon lamp energized by the astable d.c. power to sparkle like a real candle flame.

Abstract: The present disclosure is concerned with an electrically powered candle-like lighting device having a candle body with a bulb disposed at the top thereof, which is mounted on a candle holder pivotably adjusted in a plane within 180 degrees, and the candle holder is further secured to a candle base provided with a sucker received at the concaved bottom thereof in such a manner that the base can be spinned freely with respect to the fixed sucker, thereby the whole light assembly can be fixed on any surface, horizontal, vertical or inclined with the candle body adjustably posed within a half-sphere range.

Abstract: A melody producing candle in which an Integrated Circuit (IC) placed within the candle is activated upon kindling of the wick to produce music. The candle stops playing music once the flame is put out. The invention is provided with a light reflector which allows adjustment of sensitivity of the candle to light.

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved Christmas lamp comprising a candlelike cylinder, a stand and several electric wires. The bulb socket is made into an integrated part of the candlelike cylinder. With a double-slope flange on the lower end of the candlelike cylinder and several projections on the internal surface of the stand, the candlelike cylinder will not turn after it is fitted in the stand and broken cord and short circuit can be avoided. The electric wires equipped with metal strips are connected in such way that the circuit will be open when the cylinder is removed from the stand and it is very easy to assemble and repair.

Abstract: A candle apparatus for providing a candle-like flame and candle effect and employing a liquid that may be of petroleum product type or non-petroleum product type functioning as a source for the flame in combination with a wick that is soaked in the liquid. The apparatus comprises a base member having a base opening and a canister for the liquid. A shell extends over the base and canister. The shell is easily removable and also interacts with the canister to support the canister in its proper position.

Abstract: A tubular conversion cartridge is provided for the outer tubular member of a self-feeding consumable candle holder and may be utilized to replace the consumable candle follower and guide sleeve within the outer tubular member of the holder in order to convert the holder into an electrically actuated simulated candle.

Abstract: A microprocessor based controller for electric liturgical lights similar to an array of votive candles including controllable duration of "burn" as well as selective actuation by the user in a variety of modes. The duration of burn for all lights is controlled by a singular timer which is located within the stand supporting the array. Data indicative of the operational state of a light array may also be transferred to a remote light array for continuation of operation at the remote site.

Abstract: An electric light fixture and a programmable electronic circuit combined into a unitary structure to thus enable the operational modes of the electric light fixture to be preset. It is also so constructed that single fastening means removably secures the unitary structure to a supporting structure.

Abstract: A candle apparatus for providing a candle-like flame and candle effect and employing a liquid that may be of petroleum product type or non-petroleum product type functioning as a source for the flame in combination with a wick that is soaked in the liquid. The apparatus comprises a base member having a base opening and a canister for the liquid. A shell extends over the base and canister. The shell is easily removable and also interacts with the canister to support the canister in its proper position.

Abstract: The light-emitting electronic jewelry of the invention includes a base item of jewelry having a light emitter and at least one light sensor mounted thereon and connected in an electrical circuit with other circuit elements which coact to intermittently interrupt the emission of light from the light emitter in response to changes in ambient light intensity sensed by the light sensor. Preferably a pair of light sensors are connected in series with the output to the light producing circuit taken between them.

Abstract: An electric light fixture of a type simulating a candle holder has a bobeche and candle cup which may be affixed or removed over an electrical socket without removing the socket and without risk of damage to electric wires. The structure facilitates assembly and storage and allows interchangeable choice of bobeche and candle cup designs. A connecting flange mounted immediately adjacent the electric socket support has an external threaded portion of a diameter larger than the bulb socket. At least one of the bobeche and candle cup has a split flange forming the female thread for engaging connecting flange.

Abstract: The invention relates to a candle-shaped luminary, primarily intended for use in churches, chapels and other places of worship, which includes a cylindrical pipe, preferably made of a plastic material, with an outer jacket that is provided with a wax, stearin or imitation wax coating. A container of liquid fuel, preferably liquid wax or liquid paraffin, with a wick that extends from the upper side of the container through a wick-guiding tube, is mounted exchangeably inside the pipe. The exchangeable container is provided with an upper cover which corresponds to the width of the pipe, which abuts seamlessly against or on the upper edge of the pipe after the fuel is inserted, resulting in the exact image of the upper front area of a natural candle.

Abstract: An imitation candle includes an elongated outer candle-casing (43), having located at one end thereof an electric light bulb (1) carried on one end of a pendulum. The other end of the pendulum carries a counterweight (18) comprising, at least in part, a permanent magnet (21). The pendulum is mounted on two wire-like elements (15) extending in a common plane from a common connector (11) on the pendulum. The ends of the wire-like elements remote from one another are anchored in a holder (23) located around the pendulum. The poles of the permanent magnet (21) lie on a line extending at right angles to the longitudinal axis of the pendulum. The two wire-like elements (15) extending from the common connector (11) in diametrically opposite directions preferably form conductors (3,4) leading to the electric light bulb.

Abstract: A fluid lamp assembly (10) converts a candlestick (24) to a fluid lamp. A rubber stopper (20) fits into cup (22) of the candlestick (24). The assembly (10) has a hollow glass container (12) with a bottom (14) having a pointed tip (16) which fits into hole (18) in the rubber stopper (20). A fiberglass wick (34) extends into oil reservoir (40) and has a tip extending from opening (26) in container (12).

Abstract: An electronic lighting device for simulating a flame, particularly a candle flame. In the preferred embodiment a set of three vertically spaced lamps are enclosed in a translucent bulb and are controlled by a signal generator circuit which independently turns three lamps on and off in a manner which simulates both the illumination distribution and the gas turbulence in a natural flame. The circuit includes a multistage static shift register which is used in a feedback mode to produce three mutually delayed pseudo-random pulse trains. One pulse train is used directly to control the uppermost lamp. The other pulse trains are combined with assymetric long-duty-cycle and short-duty-cycle clock signals. The resulting combined signals are used to drive the lower and middle lamps, respectively.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an array of simulated candles, utilizing light bulbs, which allows the user to turn on any selected light bulb merely by pointing a wand close to the light bulb to be turned on. Once turned on the light bulbs are caused to flicker in a manner which simulates very realistically the flickering of candle flames, including the increase and decrease of the illumination of all of the light bulbs (or selected groups of light bulbs if desired) which are observable in an array of candles during random breezes encountered by the candles in a room.

Abstract: A unitary candle retainer leash for use with electric candles and the like to secure them on window sills of double hung windows has an elongated, thin flexible stem dimensioned to extend from the candle and under the window. At one end the leash has means thereon for engagement with the candle and at its other end it has tab means for locking against the outer surface of the window. The leash may be formed as a separate element for engagement with separately purchased candles, or it may be provided as a part of a candle assembly, in one embodiment of which the leash may be substantially retracted into the cavity of a hollow shank of the candle.

Abstract: An electrical lighting circuit for doll houses or other miniature installations includes, for actual connection in operating relation to a power source, a miniaturized master breaker switch, and a miniaturized master panel, together with a distribution circuit. In addition, for aesthetic appeal, a miniature power line input, including a weather head and a miniature current meter box, is simulated. Each of the separate outputs in the distribution circuit from the master panel leads to an individual doll house room or circuit group. One unique circuit group comprises a series circuit of subminiature bulbs mounted in shrink tubes to simulate candles, which are constructed to serve as miniature christmas tree lights, miniature chandeliers, or in like installations.

Abstract: A candle assembly (10) of a type including an elongated candle (14) mounted on a base (12) also includes a window-sill stabilizer (16) having a thin flat portion for insertion into a space (38) at the interface of the rear edge (40) of a windowsill and the front lower face (42) of a sash-type window (44). In one embodiment, the windowsill stabilizer (46) is integral with the base (48) of the candle assembly and in another embodiment the stabilizer (16) is a separate part from the candle and the base. In the separate embodiment, the stabilizer includes an opening (32) therein through which the candle passes.

Abstract: Light mounting tapes receiving electric light sockets of the type commonly used for Christmas decorations are provided in elastic form so that they may be stretched as desired between mounting fasteners, as for example around a door or window frame. The tapes provide a plurality of receptacles along their lengths. The tapes can be furnished in segmented lengths and easily secured together in series to provide a desired overall length. The elastic properties of the tapes facilitate stretching them into taut condition for fixedly positioning the electric lights mounted in the receptacles thereof.

Abstract: A lamp body is internally provided with an electromagnet and an electric circuit for exciting the electromagnet intermittently at given time intervals. A movable member having a wick type bulb mounted above the electromagnet is supported by means of a relatively weak spring, the movable member being provided with a magnetic piece attracted by the electromagnet. When the electromagnet is intermittently excited by the electric circuit, the movable member provided with the wick type bulb may be attracted and released whereby the wick type bulb moves and appear to flare.

Abstract: A candle holder for candles formed from glass containers having wax and a wick therein. The candle is placed on a base which is relatively wide to provide stability. A cover is placed over the candle which partially covers the top opening of the candle. The cover is formed from a ring having a chimney extending upward from the inner diameter of the ring and a conical flange extending downward and outward from the outer diameter of the ring. The chimney has a plurality of holes spaced around its base. A pair of holding rods connect the cover to the base so that the candle is held between the cover and base to form a semi-rigid stable assembly.The cover, which may be used separately from the base, functions to prevent air currents over the top of the candle from causing the flame to flicker and smoke the inside of the glass container. The cover also keeps heat contained in the candle to melt the wax evenly across its surface.

Abstract: This invention relates to a circuit for lighting like a candlelight. The circuit has a lighting means having at least one incandescent lamp, and a control means which has a plurality of oscillators which can be oscillated with substantial equal frequencies. The control means controls an electric current flowing through the lighting means by a composite output of the oscillators. The each oscillator may be a relaxation oscillator which has a neon tube, and the control means may have a photo dependent resistor adapted to receive a composite light of lights emitted by the neon tubes, whereby the resistance of the photo dependent resistor being varied so as to control the electric current flowing through the lighting means.

Abstract: An illuminating device used for decorating purposes comprises a base for electrical and mechanical connection to a socket, a discharge tube or bulb, a discharge control element for the discharge tube or bulb, supporting wires to support the discharge tube or bulb and the discharge control element, and a light transmitting envelope to be received in the base covering the discharge tube or bulb, the discharge control element and the supporting wires therewithin.