Patents Examined by Colin J Cattanach
  • Patent number: 10801703
    Abstract: An adjustable carrier structure for a lamp is described. Said adjustable carrier structure comprises an optical component carrier on which an optical component may be fastened, a coupling device for fastening the carrier structure on the lamp, and at least one threaded spindle. The latter comprises a first threaded spindle end that is mounted in an axially-fixed and non-rotatable manner on the optical component carrier, and is connected to the coupling device via a threaded socket that cooperates with the threaded spindle. In this case, the threaded socket is connected to the coupling device in an axially-fixed and rotatable manner. The threaded spindle extends essentially parallel to an optical axis of the adjustable carrier structure. A distance may be set between the first threaded spindle end and the coupling device by means of rotating the threaded socket. Moreover, a lamp having a carrier structure of this type is proposed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2020
    Assignee: ARNOLD & RICHTER CINE TECHNIK GMBH & CO. BETRIEBS KG
    Inventor: Erwin Melzner
  • Patent number: 10772260
    Abstract: A grow light system for growing plants. The grow light system can have a carrier board assembly containing a plurality of apertures and a plurality of LED modules removably engaged with the carrier board in the apertures and forming a gap between LED module and the carrier board. The grow light system can be configured to draw air through the gap over the LEDs and along the heat sink fin to reduce the temperature of the LED module. A plurality of the LED modules can be connected in series and the carrier board can include a dedicated receptacle for a single LED module that is not connected in series with the remaining LED modules.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2020
    Assignee: Spectra Harvest Lighting, LLC
    Inventors: James Jeffery Hanson, Ricky Joe Sullivan McIntosh
  • Patent number: 10775021
    Abstract: A lighting system for illuminating an environment with a lighting that simulates natural lighting, which includes: a first light source which emits a beam of visible light; a diffused-light generator delimited by an inner surface, which receives the light beam, and an outer surface, the diffused-light generator being at least partially transparent to the light beam. The diffused-light generator transmits at least part of the light beam and emits, through the outer surface, visible diffused light, the correlated color temperature of the transmitted light being lower than the CCT of the visible diffused light. The lighting system includes a dark structure which is optically coupled to the environment via the diffused-light generator and provides a substantially uniform background to the first light source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2020
    Assignee: CoeLux S.r.l.
    Inventors: Paolo Di Trapani, Davide Magatti
  • Patent number: 10767847
    Abstract: The application relates to a lighting device, comprising a housing, a planar arrangement of lamps, which are arranged in the housing, and a plate device, which is received on the housing, wherein a housing rear wall is formed by the plate device, the plate device has a circuit board, on which an electric circuit associated with the lamps is arranged, and the plate device has a heat sink device for passive cooling, which is formed by pin-type cooling elements. The application also relates to a headlight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2020
    Assignee: DOPCHOICE GMBH
    Inventors: David Yellin, Ralf Polaczek
  • Patent number: 10760783
    Abstract: A table that includes a planar upper surface having a recess, a lamp positioned in the recess, a first sensor, and an embedded touch control. The lamp can be in a closed position or an open position, and have a first section and a second section. The first section is attached to the planar upper surface at a proximal end thereof. The first sensor detects the position of the lamp and communicates with circuitry to activate and deactivate lamp based on the position of the lamp. The embedded touch control is located beneath the planar upper surface and controls the light level of the lamp.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2020
    Inventor: Margaux Reynolds
  • Patent number: 10754189
    Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a backlight film that uses a wavelength conversion film used for a liquid crystal display or the like, has satisfactory durability, and is able to emit light without color unevenness. The object is achieved by including a wavelength conversion film having a wavelength conversion layer and a gas barrier film that sandwich the wavelength conversion layer; and at least one reflective layer provided on one main surface of the wavelength conversion film and causing a film thickness distribution of the reflective layer to be ±5% or less.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2020
    Assignee: FUJIFILM Corporation
    Inventors: Satoshi Kuniyasu, Tatsuya Oba
  • Patent number: 10749311
    Abstract: A light source device includes: a semiconductor light emitting element (laser element); an optical element that has a plurality of lens regions which are a plurality of divided regions, and that changes an intensity distribution of a light beam emitted from the semiconductor light emitting element, by the plurality of lens regions; and a phosphor element that emits light having, as excitation light, the light which has had the intensity distribution changed by the optical element. The phosphor element is disposed so that a light emitting surface of the phosphor element is inclined with respect to a plane having an optical axis of the excitation light as a normal line, the plurality of lens regions have respective first focal points different from each other, and light beams incident on the plurality of lens regions and focused on the first focal points overlap on the light emitting surface of the phosphor element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Assignee: PANASONIC INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Masaharu Fukakusa
  • Patent number: 10746359
    Abstract: A bracket for securing an accessory (e.g. a light strip) to a structure (e.g. a railing) comprises an attachment portion and a cover portion. The cover portion is removably attached to the attachment portion. When the two portions are attached together, a channel is formed for holding the accessory. The attachment portion comprises a planar portion with one or more openings adapted to receive fasteners for attaching the attachment portion to the structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Assignee: Peak Innovations Inc.
    Inventor: Craig Lawson
  • Patent number: 10738977
    Abstract: A detachable support is provided. The detachable support includes a first arm having a first connection portion, a second arm having a second connection portion, and a frame. The frame has a first end portion and a second end portion, which are respectively hinged to the first arm and the second arm. The first connection portion and the second connection portion are operable to be inserted and fixed into two grooves respectively, and the two grooves are defined in a housing to be mounted. The first arm has a hole, the housing to be mounted is provided with a spring loaded bolt, and the spring loaded bolt is operable to be inserted into the hole to lock the first arm. No tool is required throughout installation and removal processes of the detachable support according to the present disclosure, thereby improving the efficiency of the installation and removal processes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2020
    Assignee: COLOUR-LED WIRELESS LIGHTS LIMITED
    Inventor: Norbert Ernst
  • Patent number: 10738978
    Abstract: Disclosure are a light source assembly, a backlight module and a display device. The light source assembly includes a light source including a base and at least one luminous element disposed on the base; and a light slot including a plurality of fixing parts, the light source is disposed in the light slot and fixed at one of the fixing parts through the base; and the light source has different light-emitting directions upon being fixed at different ones of the plurality of fixing parts. The light source assembly can adjust the light-emitting direction of the light source, has a simple structure, and is convenient to operate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2020
    Assignee: BOE TECHNOLOGY GROUP CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Fan Yang, She Lin, Xin Wang, Xuelin Han
  • Patent number: 10724718
    Abstract: A retrofit trim lighting device is provided. In example embodiments, the retrofit trim lighting device comprises a bracket comprising an opening; at least one torsion spring secured to the bracket and configured to mount the retrofit trim lighting device within a recessed housing; a retrofit housing comprising at least one light engine; and an engagement element. The engagement element is secured to the retrofit housing through the opening of the bracket such that, when so secured, the retrofit housing and the bracket are rotatable relative to one another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2020
    Assignee: Feit Electric Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Jim Shapiro
  • Patent number: 10690326
    Abstract: A self-propelled unit for movable operation on a support structure along a first axis of movement and a second axis of movement that is transverse to the first axis of movement includes a carrier configured for movable displacement on the support structure. A first conveyor assembly is operable to move the carrier on the support structure along the first axis of movement. A second conveyor assembly is operable to move the carrier on the support structure along the second axis of movement. A light source can be attached to the carrier in an operable mode to provide illumination to an area in proximity to the carrier. At least one power contact is configured to maintain electrical contact between the carrier and the support structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2020
    Assignee: ABL IP HOLDING LLC
    Inventors: Youssef F. Baker, Sean P. White, Daniel M Megginson, Jenish S. Kastee, Nathaniel W. Hixon, Niels G. Eegholm, David P. Ramer
  • Patent number: 10690316
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus are presented for retaining a dome lens in a lighting element that provides a projection of light forming a substantially uniform bright light on a surface a known distance from the lighting element. The lighting elements includes a dome lens that is removably positioned proximal to a light source, such that the light source is retained at a location within a focal length of a projection lens and at or within a focal length of the dome lens. The dome lens magnifies the light outputted by the light source, such that the projected light is brighter than the light generated by the light source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2020
    Assignee: Designs for Vision, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard E. Feinbloom, Kenneth N. Braganca, Matthew Kenyon, David T. Wicks
  • Patent number: 10690310
    Abstract: A reflector device configured for vehicle lamps which is configured for causing light to exit along a plurality of paths using a single light source and a single reflector, may include a fluid, the position of which is changed in a response to magnetism, is provided at the reflector such that the exit path of light is changed depending on the flow of the fluid, whereby it is possible to realize a lamp having various functions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2020
    Assignees: Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Motors Corporation
    Inventor: Seung Pyo Hong
  • Patent number: 10677417
    Abstract: There are provided a light emitting device package and a method for manufacturing the same. The light emitting device includes: a plurality of barriers provided above a metal circuit board; a plurality of light emitting devices placed in a space between the barriers; and a lens unit provided at an upper side of the barrier. Accordingly, the plurality of light emitting devices can be conveniently seated as a module format, and a luminance can be increased. Also, an efficiency of heat sink can be increase.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2020
    Assignee: LG INNOTEK CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Jun Seok Park
  • Patent number: 10670240
    Abstract: A modular track light includes an electrical box and an adaptor that links the modular track light to a track. This adaptor connects to the electrical box through one or more rotating components. The electrical box has a groove with a power supply plate therein. The power supply plate is slidably removable from a power consumption plate which is attached to a fixture through one or more additional rotating components. When the power consumption plate is fastened to the power supply plate, an electrode clip on the power consumption plate engages an electrode contact point on the power supply plate, creating an electrical connection between the electrical box and the fixture. When these plates are separated, the electrode clip disengages the electrode contact point, disconnecting the electrical box and the fixture. The modular track light is easy to replace and can fulfill the demands of different applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2020
    Assignee: Dongguan Zhao He Lighting Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Ming Feng Shih
  • Patent number: 10663118
    Abstract: An LED lamp includes a mounting mechanism, and an illuminating apparatus mounted on the mounting mechanism. The illuminating apparatus includes two first lighting units mounted on the bottom of the mounting mechanism respectively, and a second lighting unit mounted on the bottom of the two first lighting unit. The second lighting unit extends through the two first lighting unit and is connected with the mounting mechanism. Thus, the two first lighting units are slidable on the bottom of the mounting mechanism, such that the LED lamp is extendable to regulate the lighting range according to requirements of the practical environment or situation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2020
    Assignee: Dong Guan Jia Sheng Lighting Technology Co., Ltd. China
    Inventor: Kevin Hsu
  • Patent number: 10655806
    Abstract: Various embodiments of flame elements and candle housings are disclosed for use in an electric lighting device or candle to help produce a realistic flickering flame effect. The flame element and/or housing can be configured to eliminate noise that occurs when the flame element contacts a wall of the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2020
    Assignee: L&L Candle Company, LLC
    Inventor: Douglas Patton
  • Patent number: 10655825
    Abstract: A friction clip includes a coupling portion having a coupling element, a middle portion adjacent the coupling portion, and an end portion adjacent the middle portion and opposite the coupling portion. The middle portion includes a bent out tab having a first interference edge configured to engage an internal wall of a first canister having a first diameter and the end portion includes a second interference edge configured to engage an internal wall of a second canister having a second diameter. Alternatively, a multi-part friction clip includes a first member that is couplable to a light module, and a second member that is removably couplable to the first member. The second member includes a coupling portion configured to removably engage with the first member, a middle portion having a bent out tab that includes a first interference edge, and an end portion that includes a second interference edge.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2020
    Assignee: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited
    Inventors: Michael Troy Winslett, Mahendra Joseph Macwan, Philip Dean Winters
  • Patent number: 10619817
    Abstract: A light assembly for use on a vehicle comprising a support mounted on the vehicle, at least one light source and a lens body having a first area for reflecting light and a second area for distributing light from the at least one light source. The lens body further comprises a top wall, a generally opposing bottom wall, a first side wall and a second side wall that generally opposes the first side wall, the lens body also has at least one detent or lock associated with the second area. The at least one detent or lock engages a surface on a support to which the lens body is mounted in order to lock or secure the lens body onto the support. The at least one detent or lock is not visible when viewing an exit surface of the lens after it is mounted on the vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2020
    Assignee: Valeo North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin Dwayne Koons, Cameron Lee Crisp