Abstract: A touch sensor for a cursor control device includes a support layer, a first printed layer, and a second printed layer. The support layer includes a first surface and a second surface opposite from the first surface. The first printed layer includes a first conductive ink and is printed on the first surface of the support layer. The first printed layer includes a printed surface opposite from the support layer, and the printed surface of the first printed layer defines a touch area of the touch sensor. The second printed layer includes a second conductive ink and is printed on the printed surface of the first printed layer. The second printed layer is electrically connected to the first printed layer and forms a border around the touch area.

Abstract: Aircraft lighting systems that are adjustable based on a location of a movable object are described. The lighting systems can include one or more sensors and a processing device. The one or more sensors can be positioned in an aircraft for determining location data of a movable object relative to the aircraft. The processing device can be communicatively coupled to at least one of the one or more sensors for receiving the location data from the at least one sensor and the processing device can adjust lighting in one or more sections of the aircraft based on the location data.

Abstract: The invention relates to a LED strip lighting device for a cabin of a passenger aircraft, the device comprising at least one LED strip, comprising a plurality of N independently controllable LED segments (S), wherein each LED segment (S) comprises at least four LED selected from red, green, blue, ice blue, warm white and cold white or another type of LED; a plurality of M driver units, wherein each LED section (S) is connected to a driver unit for providing a control signal to the respective LED section (S); and a bus system connecting all M driver units. The device further comprises a micro controller connected to the bus system for providing control signals for each driver unit, such that each LED segment (S) emits light in intensity and color according to a predetermined illumination pattern.

Abstract: Side emitting optical apparatuses and methods having an optical grade silicone component. Optionally, the optical grade silicone includes a plurality of diffusive side areas that are configured to disrupt the travel path of a light ray traversing along a longitudinal axis of the optical element to re-direct the light ray out of the side of the optical element. The optical apparatus is configured such that the light is emitted more uniformly along a length of the optical apparatus.

Abstract: Side emitting optical apparatuses and methods. In some embodiments, a transparent optical element includes a plurality of diffusive side areas that are configured to disrupt the travel path of a light ray traversing along a longitudinal axis of the optical element to re-direct the light ray out of the side of the optical element. In some embodiments, the diffusive side areas are configured such that the light is emitted more uniformly along a length of the optical element.

Abstract: A rubstrip for protecting an exposed surface, such as a surface in the interior of an aircraft. The rubstrip is configured to house a light source within its interior. In some embodiments, an exterior of the rubstrip is formed with at least one passageway configured to emit light from the light source. The rubstrip is configured both to protect the surface from damage and to protect the housed light source from damage.

Abstract: Assemblies compliant with night vision imaging system (NVIS) standards are described. Versions of the assemblies incorporate filtering material into an encapsulant for a light-emitting diode (LED) die, avoiding any necessity of using external filtering agents. Alternatively or additionally, filtering material may be incorporated into a housing of an encapsulated LED.