Patents Assigned to Brightz, ltd.
  • Publication number: 20240142081
    Abstract: An illumination device including a housing having a cylindrical bowl shape enclosed on a first end and open on an second end, a light emitting portion coupled to the housing on the second end, the light emitting portion comprising a first portion configured to diffuse light emitted through the first portion and a second portion configured to project light in a beam from the illumination device, the first portion encircles a perimeter of the second portion, a first light source comprising one or more light emitting devices that when activated provide light to the first portion, and a second light source distinct from the first light source that when activated provides light to the second portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2024
    Publication date: May 2, 2024
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brian FINCH, Samantha DICKIE
  • Patent number: 11959628
    Abstract: An illuminated cornhole platform comprising a top portion, at least two side portions, a front portion, a hole portion, at least one leg portion, and a back portion. The cornhole platform is illuminated by illumination sources arranged along a majority of an outer perimeter of the rectangular platform, with the plurality of illumination sources outlining the outer perimeter of the rectangular platform.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2023
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Ronald Finch, Michael Sauppe
  • Patent number: 11906147
    Abstract: An illumination device including a housing having a flared cylindrical bowl shape enclosed on a first end and open on an second end, a light emitting portion coupled to the housing on the second end, the light emitting portion comprising a first portion configured to diffuse light emitted through the first portion and a second portion configured to project light in a beam from the illumination device, the first portion encircles a perimeter of the second portion, a first light source comprising one or more light emitting devices that when activated provide light to the first portion, and a second light source distinct from the first light source that when activated provides light to the second portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brian Finch, Samantha Dickie
  • Publication number: 20240027043
    Abstract: An illumination device includes one or more illumination sources each comprising a length of material and one or more lights configured to illuminated the length of the material, one or more mounting brackets configured to receive a portion of the length of the one or more illumination sources and couple the received portion of the one or more illumination sources to a surface of an object, a control module comprising a power source and an electrical circuit, wherein the electrical circuit is configured to electrically couple the power source to the one or more illumination sources based on operation of a switch in the electrical circuit, and a control module mounting bracket configured to selectively secure the control module to the surface of the object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2023
    Publication date: January 25, 2024
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: James McAllister
  • Publication number: 20230398420
    Abstract: An illuminated toss bag includes an outer shell configured to form a toss bag defining an internal portion for receiving and retaining filling material; one or more illuminating portions disposed within the internal portion; and a hidden enclosing feature disposed along a seam of outer shell of the toss bag selectively providing access to the internal portion of the toss bag, wherein the filling material comprises a semi-transparent pellet shaped material, the one or more illuminating portions comprise a housing enclosing a power source, one or more illumination sources, and at least one switch, and the at least one switch controls operation of the one or more illumination sources, when the at least one switch is depressed for at least one second.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2023
    Publication date: December 14, 2023
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: James McAllister
  • Publication number: 20230392781
    Abstract: An illumination device having comprising a first housing portion connected a second housing portion by a hinge at a first end, when folded about the hinge the first housing portion and the second housing portion mate and form an enclosure therein; a tongue formed on an end of the first housing portion opposite the hinge; a groove formed on an end of the second housing portion opposing the hinge, a first hole extending through the tongue, a second hole extending through a first portion of the two portions of the groove and a third hole extending through a second portion of the two portions of the groove, wherein the holes are axially aligned; a coupling portion comprising a flexible string-like material extends through each of the first hole, the second hole, and the third hole; and an illumination source powered by a power source and controlled by a switch.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2023
    Publication date: December 7, 2023
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: Samantha Dickie
  • Publication number: 20230332761
    Abstract: An illumination device includes an elongated flexible body having a first end connected to a second end via a flexible connecting body and an illumination portion coupled to the first end and a coupling portion coupled to the second end, wherein the illumination portion includes one or more illuminating sources and a first magnetic component housed within the illumination portion, the coupling portion includes a second magnetic component housed within the coupling portion, and the flexible connecting body is capable of folding such that the illumination portion and the coupling portion axially align and the first magnetic component magnetically couples to the second magnetic component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2023
    Publication date: October 19, 2023
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: James McAllister
  • Publication number: 20230332765
    Abstract: An illumination device includes a spool body, a rope light selectively wrapped around the spool body, and a power source disposed with the spool body and electrically coupled to the rope light such that the power source causes the rope light to emit light.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2023
    Publication date: October 19, 2023
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: Samantha Dickie
  • Publication number: 20230321506
    Abstract: An illuminated paddle includes a frame comprising a paddle portion, a handle portion extending from the paddle portion, a perimeter that extends around the paddle portion and the handle portion, and a channel positioned along at least a portion of the perimeter, the paddle portion comprising a plurality of internal strength members that define a plurality of cavities, a light source assembly disposed at an end of the handle portion, the light source assembly comprising at least one light source, and a light pipe disposed within at least a portion of the channel of the frame, the light pipe is optically coupled to the at least one light source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2023
    Publication date: October 12, 2023
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brian Finch, James McAllister
  • Publication number: 20230265987
    Abstract: An illumination device including a housing having a flared cylindrical bowl shape enclosed on a first end and open on an second end, a light emitting portion coupled to the housing on the second end, the light emitting portion comprising a first portion configured to diffuse light emitted through the first portion and a second portion configured to project light in a beam from the illumination device, the first portion encircles a perimeter of the second portion, a first light source comprising one or more light emitting devices that when activated provide light to the first portion, and a second light source distinct from the first light source that when activated provides light to the second portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2023
    Publication date: August 24, 2023
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brian FINCH, Samantha DICKIE
  • Publication number: 20230243478
    Abstract: A sound and illumination device including a sound-making portion, an illumination portion, and an attachment portion for mounting on a bicycle. The sound-making portion including a lever, a spring, a striking portion, and a metal portion, wherein the metal portion covers the lever, the spring, and the striking portion. The lever may include a magnet. The illumination portion including a cover portion, an electrical circuit, a switch, a light emitting source and a power source. Actuation of the lever of the sound-making portion results in the activation of the light emitting source of the illumination portion resulting in the concurrent emission of light and sound.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2022
    Publication date: August 3, 2023
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: Brent ANDERSON
  • Patent number: 11635201
    Abstract: An illuminated cornhole platform comprising a top portion, at least two side portions, a front portion, a hole portion, at least one leg portion, and a back portion. The cornhole platform is illuminated by an inner illuminating string outlining the hole portion of the cornhole platform. The cornhole platform is further illuminated by an outer illuminating string outlining the outer perimeter of the cornhole platform.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2023
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Ronald Finch, Michael Sauppe
  • Publication number: 20230071016
    Abstract: Currently disclosed is a device for increasing visibility of a guy line at night. The device includes a housing, a light emitting source, a power source, and an on/off switch. The housing having an internal portion, external portion, and an attachment mechanism located on the external portion of the housing locking in place the housing to the guy line. The light emitting source is located within the housing and powered by the power source. The on/off switch is in contact with the power source providing readily activation of the light emitting source. The attachment mechanism may comprise at least one hook portion and a tensioning mechanism. The tensioning mechanism may comprise at least one offset portion. The tensioning mechanism prevents the device from sliding down the guy line.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2022
    Publication date: March 9, 2023
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brent ANDERSON, Ronald FINCH
  • Patent number: 11530801
    Abstract: Currently disclosed is a device for increasing visibility of a guy line at night. The device includes a housing, a light emitting source, a power source, and an on/off switch. The housing having an internal portion, external portion, and an attachment mechanism located on the external portion of the housing locking in place the housing to the guy line. The light emitting source is located within the housing and powered by the power source. The on/off switch is in contact with the power source providing readily activation of the light emitting source. The attachment mechanism may comprise at least one hook portion and a tensioning mechanism. The tensioning mechanism may comprise at least one offset portion. The tensioning mechanism prevents the device from sliding down the guy line.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2022
    Assignee: BRIGHTZ, LTD.
    Inventors: Brent Anderson, Ronald Finch
  • Patent number: 11530788
    Abstract: A sound and illumination device including a sound-making portion, an illumination portion, and an attachment portion for mounting on a bicycle. The sound-making portion including a lever, a spring, a striking portion, and a metal portion, wherein the metal portion covers the lever, the spring, and the striking portion. The lever may include a magnet. The illumination portion including a cover portion, an electrical circuit, a switch, a light emitting source and a power source. Actuation of the lever of the sound-making portion results in the activation of the light emitting source of the illumination portion resulting in the concurrent emission of light and sound.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2022
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: Brent Anderson
  • Publication number: 20220390098
    Abstract: An illuminated cornhole platform comprising a top portion, at least two side portions, a front portion, a hole portion, at least one leg portion, and a back portion. The cornhole platform is illuminated by an inner illuminating string outlining the hole portion of the cornhole platform. The cornhole platform is further illuminated by an outer illuminating string outlining the outer perimeter of the cornhole platform.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2022
    Publication date: December 8, 2022
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Ronald FINCH, Michael SAUPPE
  • Publication number: 20220315148
    Abstract: Disclosed is an illumination device for use with spoked wheels, such as bicycle wheels, wherein the wheel includes a hub portion, a plurality of spokes, and a rim portion. The illumination device includes a power pack, at least one adaptor body, and at least one attachment portion. The power pack having at least one wire, a flexible button cap, a body housing, and circuit board with a switch. The at least one wire including a plurality of light sources. The at least one attachment portion including a clip portion providing for the installation of the at least one adaptor body to the bicycle spokes. The illumination device also includes a holder for the installation of the power pack to the bicycle wheel. Further, the illumination device may include a tubular body located in the internal cavity of the at least one adaptor body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2022
    Publication date: October 6, 2022
    Applicant: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Brent ANDERSON, Brian V. FINCH
  • Patent number: 11460186
    Abstract: Presently disclosed is an illuminated cornhole platform comprising a top portion, at least two side portions, a front portion, a hole portion, at least one leg portion, and a back portion. The cornhole platform is illuminated by an outer illuminating string outlining the outer perimeter for the cornhole platform.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2022
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventors: Ronald Finch, Michael Sauppe
  • Patent number: D982789
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2023
    Assignee: BRIGHTZ LTD.
    Inventor: Ronald Finch
  • Patent number: D1023372
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2023
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2024
    Assignee: Brightz, Ltd.
    Inventor: Ronald Finch