Abstract: A programmable timer for controlling two outlets that may be switched on and off in response to a programmed schedule where said programmable timer comprises an input device, a microprocessor, two switches and two outlets.

Abstract: A compact, long-life illuminator for an optical fiber or bundle of fibers uses an array of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to selectively illuminate and color such fibers from within an enclosure which may be a compact, multipurpose, sealed housing. The illuminator is composed of solid-state components with no moving parts. It performs in several lighting and signage applications and has a surprisingly long life. The brightness and color of the light output from the LEDs, and changes in same over time in pre-set or variable cycles, can be set, changed, and carried out through an internal or external control board. That control board can be used in combination with an external digital multiplex (DMX) device, either hard wired or wirelessly controlled, and may be programmed by a computer system operating through a data bus management system.

Abstract: A stove (1) for the combustion of solid fuel (4), such as wood, a fire box within the stove forming the combustion chamber (2) for the fuel is provided with a hollow hood (20) extending over the combustion chamber. A primary air inlet (7) and channel provide a supply of air to the combustion chamber for primary combustion and a secondary air inlet (9) and channel provide a supply of air to the hollow hood (20). The hollow hood has a multiplicity of air exit apertures (32) distributed across the lower surface (25) of the hood to provide air for secondary combustion in the upper region of the fire box. A flue gas exit orifice (36) is provided in the hood, the orifice being defined by a hole in both the lower surface (25) and upper surface of the hood, the holes being connected by a wall or walls (37) with a plurality of apertures (39) therein. Air is thereby supplied to the flue gases (10) exiting through the orifice (36) enabling secondary combustion to occur in the orifice.