Patents by Inventor Wai-Shing Peter Ko

Wai-Shing Peter Ko has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 8833962
    Abstract: A portable pocket light, comprising three sections; (1) a main body containing an electric circuitry board, battery compartment, and a power switch; (2) a lamp section containing a light source, a lens, and a means for rotatably attaching said lamp section to the main body and facilitating rotation of said lamp section in a 300 degree arc about the an extended axis of said main body, and (3) a sheath section comprising two prongs, and an axial means for rotating said main body an unimpaired 360 degrees within the confines of the two sheath prongs. The two prongs further facilitate a self-standing base by means of which the pocket light may rest on a surface and provide stable, adjustably aimed illumination in a plurality of directions and orientations. The pocket light is fabricated with an integral spring-loaded clip which enables temporary attachment of the pocket light to the brim of a wearer's cap, a shirt pocket, or other stable object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Inventor: Wai-Shing Peter Ko
  • Patent number: 8764253
    Abstract: A hands-free multi-positional task light having an elongated light emitting portion utilizing one or more fluorescent tubes and/or light emitting diodes, a wide retractable and fully rotatable mounting hook, a free-standing base capable of maintaining stability when positioned on surfaces up to 20 degrees from horizontal, and a mounting clamp attached via a ball and socket joint serving as a mounting method, a means to attach alternate mounting devices such as magnets or additional hooks, a makeshift base, or a stabilizing weight while providing two degrees of movement and a clamp band providing a third degree of movement for nearly unlimited aiming for hands-free use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2014
    Inventors: Wai-Shing Peter Ko, Jon Eric Gibson
  • Publication number: 20130329412
    Abstract: A portable pocket light, comprising three sections; (1) a main body containing an electric circuitry board, battery compartment, and a power switch; (2) a lamp section containing a light source, a lens, and a means for rotatably attaching said lamp section to the main body and facilitating rotation of said lamp section in a 300 degree arc about the an extended axis of said main body, and (3) a sheath section comprising two prongs, and an axial means for rotating said main body an unimpaired 360 degrees within the confines of the two sheath prongs. The two prongs further facilitate a self-standing base by means of which the pocket light may rest on a surface and provide stable, adjustably aimed illumination in a plurality of directions and orientations. The pocket light is fabricated with an integral spring-loaded clip which enables temporary attachment of the pocket light to the brim of a wearer's cap, a shirt pocket, or other stable object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2012
    Publication date: December 12, 2013
    Inventor: Wai-Shing Peter Ko
  • Patent number: 8075149
    Abstract: A nightlight including a light emitting diode (LED) is provided. The nightlight includes a switch that is operative to control the flow of power to the LED. The nightlight also includes a driver circuit that is configured to convert alternating current to direct current, where the direct current provides power to the LED. The nightlight also includes a housing coupled to the nightlight that contains the driver and is configured to fit within a single-gang junction box. The switch includes an LED that is powered by the driver circuit, where the LED is illuminated without regard to the position of the switch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2011
    Assignee: Cooper Technologies Company
    Inventors: Wai-Shing Peter Ko, James H. Bowden, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20110222274
    Abstract: A hands-free multi-positional task light having an elongated light emitting portion utilizing one or more fluorescent tubes and/or light emitting diodes, a wide retractable and fully rotatable mounting hook, a free-standing base capable of maintaining stability when positioned on surfaces up to 20 degrees from horizontal, and a mounting clamp attached via a ball and socket joint serving as a mounting method, a means to attach alternate mounting devices such as magnets or additional hooks, a makeshift base, or a stabilizing weight while providing two degrees of movement and a clamp band providing a third degree of movement for nearly unlimited aiming for hands-free use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2010
    Publication date: September 15, 2011
    Inventors: Wai-Shing Peter Ko, Jon Eric Gibson
  • Patent number: 7810967
    Abstract: An adjustable grill light having a lamp portion with light emitting diodes, a lens and a reflector, a gooseneck extension, and an adjustable clamp comprised of two members hingedly joined and locked together. After unlocking, the two members are secured in a selected position by a slidable plate, a fixed plate and a brace hingedly joined therebetween. Further, a timer controls the period during which the grill light is illuminated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2010
    Assignee: Elumx LLC
    Inventors: Wai-Shing Peter Ko, Jon Eric Gibson
  • Patent number: 7648261
    Abstract: An adjustable utility light having a body section, two independently movable hooks, a pivoting lamp section having fluorescent tubes and/or light emitting diodes, a component retention tray, at least one keyhole mounting slot, and a movable reflector, wherein the pivoting lamp section and the movable reflector pivot about the same pivot axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 19, 2010
    Inventors: Wai-Shing Peter Ko, Jon Eric Gibson
  • Patent number: 7572024
    Abstract: A variably-adjustable grill light with a lamp portion having pitch, roll and/or yaw adjustability, along with a telescopic arm, wherein the grill light can be installed and then selectively adjusted without the need for removal so that it will shine on any selected portion of the grill, or, alternately, the lamp portion can be removed without removing the clamp from the handle for portable use or to shine on other surfaces. This provides a grill user with the ability to easily see the condition of the food being cooked and provides visibility during application of spices, sauces or other condiments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2009
    Assignee: Elumx, LLC
    Inventors: Wai-Shing Peter Ko, Jon Eric Gibson
  • Publication number: 20090122563
    Abstract: An adjustable grill light having a lamp portion with light emitting diodes, a lens and a reflector, a gooseneck extension, and an adjustable clamp comprised of two members hingedly joined and locked together. After unlocking, the two members are secured in a selected position by a slidable plate, a fixed plate and a brace hingedly joined therebetween. Further, a timer controls the period during which the grill light is illuminated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2007
    Publication date: May 14, 2009
    Inventors: Wai-Shing Peter Ko, Jon Eric Gibson
  • Publication number: 20090109679
    Abstract: An adjustable utility light having a body section, two independently movable hooks, a pivoting lamp section having fluorescent tubes and/or light emitting diodes, a component retention tray, at least one keyhole mounting slot, and a movable reflector, wherein the pivoting lamp section and the movable reflector pivot about the same pivot axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2007
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Inventors: Wai-Shing Peter Ko, Jon Eric Gibson
  • Publication number: 20090097263
    Abstract: A variably-adjustable grill light with a lamp portion having pitch, roll and/or yaw adjustability, along with a telescopic arm, wherein the grill light can be installed and then selectively adjusted without the need for removal so that it will shine on any selected portion of the grill, or, alternately, the lamp portion can be removed without removing the clamp from the handle for portable use or to shine on other surfaces. This provides a grill user with the ability to easily see the condition of the food being cooked and provides visibility during application of spices, sauces or other condiments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2007
    Publication date: April 16, 2009
    Inventors: Wai-Shing Peter Ko, Jon Eric Gibson
  • Publication number: 20080297060
    Abstract: A nightlight including a light emitting diode (LED) is provided. The nightlight includes a switch that is operative to control the flow of power to the LED. The nightlight also includes a driver circuit that is configured to convert alternating current to direct current, where the direct current provides power to the LED. The nightlight also includes a housing coupled to the nightlight that contains the driver and is configured to fit within a single-gang junction box. The switch includes an LED that is powered by the driver circuit, where the LED is illuminated without regard to the position of the switch.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2008
    Publication date: December 4, 2008
    Applicant: Cooper Technologies Company
    Inventors: Wai-Shing Peter Ko, James H. Bowden, JR.
  • Patent number: D590540
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2009
    Inventor: Wai-Shing Peter Ko
  • Patent number: D604445
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2009
    Inventors: Wai-shing Peter Ko, Jon Eric Gibson
  • Patent number: D608043
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 12, 2010
    Inventor: Wai-Shing Peter Ko
  • Patent number: D641925
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2011
    Inventor: Wai-Shing Peter Ko
  • Patent number: D654608
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2012
    Inventor: Wai-Shing Peter Ko
  • Patent number: D661418
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2012
    Inventor: Wai-Shing Peter Ko
  • Patent number: D664289
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2012
    Inventor: Wai-Shing Peter Ko
  • Patent number: D684718
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2013
    Inventor: Wai-Shing Peter Ko