Patents by Inventor Yaote Huang

Yaote Huang 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: 10612747
    Abstract: A linear light fixture with gap filler elements. The fixture comprises two primary structural components: a base and a light engine, which may be removably attached. The base comprises a body with end panels at both ends and is mountable to an external structure. The light engine comprises the light sources, an elongated lens, and any other optical elements that tailor the outgoing light to a particular profile. A gap filler element is disposed between the light engine and the end panels at one or both ends of the base to fill the space between those elements, giving the appearance that the light engine extends continuously to the end panel and eliminating direct imaging of the light sources outside the fixture. External reflectors may also be included to further shape the output beam.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2020
    Assignee: Ideal Industries Lighting LLC
    Inventors: Elizabeth Rodgers, Benjamin Beck, James Bowden, Yaote Huang, William Laird Dungan
  • Patent number: 10309627
    Abstract: Retrofit systems and methods are disclosed for lighting installations, and in particular, to retrofit systems and methods used to retrofit troffer-style lighting installations with LED light sources. Retrofit systems can be used with different light fixtures, but those described are particularly adapted for use with troffer-style fixtures. These retrofit systems can provide the same amount of light as traditional light fixtures already do, for example 1600-4000 lumens or more. The retrofit systems can be used with many different light sources but are particularly well-suited for use with solid state light sources or light engines, such as those utilizing LEDs. Some embodiments of the present invention comprise a mechanical mounting system for installing an LED light engine within an existing lighting system housing or pan, such as a troffer pan, without penetrating the ceiling plenum.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2019
    Assignee: CREE, INC.
    Inventors: Shawn Heeter, Vasavi Mandavilli, Yaote Huang, Mark Edward Dixon, Kurt W Wilcox, Nicholas W Medendorp, Jr.
  • Patent number: 10302262
    Abstract: A light fixture includes a LED assembly and a housing. A first end cap is permanently connected to the troffer. A lens assembly comprises a lens covering the LED assembly and a second end cap, the lens having a first end connected to the second end cap and a second end releasably connected to the first end cap. The second end cap is releasably connected to the housing such that the lens and the second end cap are releasably mounted to the housing as a unit. The lens has a first longitudinal edge and a second longitudinal edge where a first magnetic strip is attached to the first longitudinal edge and a second magnetic strip is attached to the second longitudinal edge. The first and second magnetic strips are magnetically adhered to the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2019
    Assignee: Cree, Inc.
    Inventors: Yaote Huang, James Hugh Bowden, Jr., Curt Progl
  • Patent number: 10100988
    Abstract: A linear light fixture with gap filler elements. The fixture comprises two primary structural components: a base and a light engine, which may be removably attached. The base comprises a body with end panels at both ends and is mountable to an external structure. The light engine comprises the light sources, an elongated lens, and any other optical elements that tailor the outgoing light to a particular profile. External reflectors are included to further shape the output beam. The reflectors may be shaped to define louvers which direct some of the emitted light in a direction opposite the primary emission direction, e.g., as uplight. The fixtures may be connected in a serial arrangement using a joiner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2018
    Assignee: CREE, INC.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Rodgers, Benjamin Beck, James Bowden, Yaote Huang, William Laird Dungan
  • Publication number: 20180224079
    Abstract: A light fixture includes a LED assembly and a housing. A first end cap is permanently connected to the troffer. A lens assembly comprises a lens covering the LED assembly and a second end cap, the lens having a first end connected to the second end cap and a second end releasably connected to the first end cap. The second end cap is releasably connected to the housing such that the lens and the second end cap are releasably mounted to the housing as a unit. The lens has a first longitudinal edge and a second longitudinal edge where a first magnetic strip is attached to the first longitudinal edge and a second magnetic strip is attached to the second longitudinal edge. The first and second magnetic strips are magnetically adhered to the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2017
    Publication date: August 9, 2018
    Inventors: Yaote Huang, James Hugh Bowden, JR., Curt Progl
  • Patent number: 10012371
    Abstract: A solid state lighting apparatus can include an electrical connector that is configured to couple to a standardized electrical fixture, where the electrical connector provides a recess therein. A cover can be coupled to the electrical connector to cover the recess and a solid state lighting driver circuit can be located beneath the cover. A solid state lighting housing, that is separate from the electrical connector and the cover, can be configured to house a solid state light emitting device and at least one flexible wire can electrically couple the solid state lighting driver circuit to the solid state light emitting device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2018
    Assignee: Cree, Inc.
    Inventors: Praneet Athalye, Randall Levy Bernard, Yaote Huang, Kevin Gierl
  • Publication number: 20170009957
    Abstract: A linear LED lighting system, assembly and/or fixture distributes luminance efficiently in certain applications, such as for ceiling lighting used in certain retail environments. According to example embodiments of the invention, a linear LED lighting system includes at least two tilted, parabolic reflecting surfaces and a linear array of LED devices, wherein at least some of the LED devices are substantially disposed at a focus line of at least one of the tilted, parabolic reflecting surfaces. A diffuser or diffusive lens can be disposed adjacent to the parabolic reflecting surfaces where light exits the system to provide color mixing and/or eliminate potential hot spots. The tilt of the reflecting surfaces can be changed to adjust the illumination pattern. A lighting system according to example embodiments of the invention can be designed for retrofit installation or as a complete fixture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2015
    Publication date: January 12, 2017
    Inventors: Jin Hong Lim, P. Joseph DeSena, JR., Bernd R. Sieberth, Michael Hash, Kurt Wilcox, Johan Samuelsson, Yaote Huang
  • Patent number: 9534767
    Abstract: A lamp comprises a LED lamp comprising a base. A plurality of LEDs are attached to a first side of the base. A lens covers the plurality of LEDs. A power supply provides power to the LEDs. A first electrical connector provides power to the power supply. A troffer housing comprises a wire way for receiving the power supply. A second electrical conductor is adapted to be connected to a source of power. The base is secured to the troffer housing where the power supply is located in the wire way and the first electrical conductor is connected to the second electrical conductor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2017
    Assignee: Cree, Inc.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Rodgers, Heidi Dieringer Loepp, Yaote Huang, James Hugh Bowden, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20150247625
    Abstract: A lamp comprises a LED lamp comprising a base. A plurality of LEDs are attached to a first side of the base. A lens covers the plurality of LEDs. A power supply provides power to the LEDs. A first electrical connector provides power to the power supply. A troffer housing comprises a wire way for receiving the power supply. A second electrical conductor is adapted to be connected to a source of power. The base is secured to the troffer housing where the power supply is located in the wire way and the first electrical conductor is connected to the second electrical conductor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2015
    Publication date: September 3, 2015
    Inventors: Elizabeth Rodgers, Heidi Dieringer Loepp, Yaote Huang, James Hugh Bowden, JR.
  • Patent number: 9097393
    Abstract: An LED device such as a lamp or light comprises an LED for emitting light and electronics for powering the LED. An enclosure retains at least a portion of the electronics. A heat sink for dissipating heat from the LED assembly is provided where a portion of the heat sink clamps the enclosure to secure the heat sink structure to the enclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2015
    Assignee: Cree, Inc.
    Inventor: Yaote Huang
  • Patent number: 9062867
    Abstract: A lamp comprises a LED lamp comprising a base. A plurality of LEDs are attached to a first side of the base. A lens covers the plurality of LEDs. A power supply provides power to the LEDs. A first electrical connector provides power to the power supply. A troffer housing comprises a wire way for receiving the power supply. A second electrical conductor is adapted to be connected to a source of power. The base is secured to the troffer housing where the power supply is located in the wire way and the first electrical conductor is connected to the second electrical conductor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2015
    Assignee: Cree, Inc.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Rodgers, Heidi Dieringer Loepp, Yaote Huang, James Hugh Bowden, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20150167901
    Abstract: A linear light fixture with gap filler elements. The fixture comprises two primary structural components: a base and a light engine, which may be removably attached. The base comprises a body with end panels at both ends and is mountable to an external structure. The light engine comprises the light sources, an elongated lens, and any other optical elements that tailor the outgoing light to a particular profile. A gap filler element is disposed between the light engine and the end panels at one or both ends of the base to fill the space between those elements, giving the appearance that the light engine extends continuously to the end panel and eliminating direct imaging of the light sources outside the fixture. External reflectors may also be included to further shape the output beam.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Publication date: June 18, 2015
    Applicant: CREE, INC.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Rodgers, Benjamin Beck, James Bowden, Yaote Huang, William Laird Dungan
  • Publication number: 20150167902
    Abstract: A linear light fixture with gap filler elements. The fixture comprises two primary structural components: a base and a light engine, which may be removably attached. The base comprises a body with end panels at both ends and is mountable to an external structure. The light engine comprises the light sources, an elongated lens, and any other optical elements that tailor the outgoing light to a particular profile. External reflectors are included to further shape the output beam. The reflectors may be shaped to define louvers which direct some of the emitted light in a direction opposite the primary emission direction, e.g., as uplight. The fixtures may be connected in a serial arrangement using a joiner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2014
    Publication date: June 18, 2015
    Applicant: CREE, INC.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Rodgers, Benjamin Beck, James Bowden, Yaote Huang, William Laird Dungan
  • Publication number: 20140254199
    Abstract: A solid state lighting apparatus can include an electrical connector that is configured to couple to a standardized electrical fixture, where the electrical connector provides a recess therein. A cover can be coupled to the electrical connector to cover the recess and a solid state lighting driver circuit can be located beneath the cover. A solid state lighting housing, that is separate from the electrical connector and the cover, can be configured to house a solid state light emitting device and at least one flexible wire can electrically couple the solid state lighting driver circuit to the solid state light emitting device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2014
    Publication date: September 11, 2014
    Applicant: Cree, Inc.
    Inventors: Praneet Athalye, Randall Levy Bernard, Yaote Huang, Kevin Gierl
  • Publication number: 20140160742
    Abstract: A lamp comprises a LED lamp comprising a base. A plurality of LEDs are attached to a first side of the base. A lens covers the plurality of LEDs. A power supply provides power to the LEDs. A first electrical connector provides power to the power supply. A troffer housing comprises a wire way for receiving the power supply. A second electrical conductor is adapted to be connected to a source of power. The base is secured to the troffer housing where the power supply is located in the wire way and the first electrical conductor is connected to the second electrical conductor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2013
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Applicant: CREE, INC.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Rodgers, Heidi Dieringer Loepp, Yaote Huang, James Hugh Bowden, JR.
  • Patent number: D701989
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2014
    Assignee: Cree, Inc.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Rodgers, Heidi Dieringer Loepp, Yaote Huang
  • Patent number: D731689
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2015
    Assignee: Cree, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall Levy Bernard, Nathan Snell, Yaote Huang, Kevin Gierl
  • Patent number: D750308
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2016
    Assignee: CREE, INC.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Rodgers, Benjamin Beck, James Bowden, Yaote Huang
  • Patent number: D754887
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2016
    Assignee: Cree, Inc.
    Inventors: Yaote Huang, Michael Hash
  • Patent number: D757324
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2016
    Assignee: CREE, INC.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Rodgers, Benjamin Beck, James Bowden, Yaote Huang, William Laird Dungan