Abstract: A chassis for an electronic device includes a main housing and a removable cover. The main housing includes a base plate and two opposite side plates integrally formed together. The removable cover includes a main portion and two opposite side portions. The side portions are latched on the side plates. A space is defined between each side portion of the cover and each side plates of the main housing. A waveguide is formed between each side portion and each side plate to attenuate electromagnetic radiation in the space.

Abstract: A field device for automation technology, wherein the field device has a metal housing for accommodating a field device electronics, an RFID chip and a first RFID antenna for wireless communication and/or energy transmission between an RFID reading device arranged outside of the field device. The first RFID antenna is spaced from a neighboring wall of the metal housing, wherein shielding is provided between the first RFID antenna and the neighboring wall of the metal housing. The separation between the first RFID antenna and the wall of the metal housing and the shielding between the first RFID antenna and the neighboring wall of the metal housing are so dimensioned, that the metal housing does not prevent wireless communication and/or energy transmission between the RFID reading device and the field device.

Abstract: An electric storage device includes a plurality of capacitor cells (electric-power storage cells) and a casing that houses the capacitor cells. The casing includes an inspection window through which a condition display unit provided inside the casing is visually checkable. The inspection window includes a through hole that penetrates the casing, a resin plate that closes the through hole from an inside of the casing, and a seal member that is interposed between the resin plate and an inner surface of the casing around the through hole.

Abstract: According to various embodiments of the invention, an LED lighting system is providing having a replaceable driver module. In some embodiments, the replaceable driver module comprises a component that is physically attachable to an LED illumination module, whereby the attached components have a combined physical profile dimensioned for installation in a pre-existing light fixture. In further embodiments, the combined system's dimensions allow it to be installed in pre-existing fluorescent fixtures without requiring rewiring of the fixtures. In some embodiments, the LED driver module may be configured to condition power received from a fluorescent light ballast to drive the LEDs such that a pre-existing fluorescent ballast does not need to be removed. In other embodiments, the LED driver may be configured to condition main power such that a pre-existing fluorescent ballast may be removed.

Abstract: In accordance with a first aspect of the present inventive subject matter, a lighting device includes light-emitting elements arranged in lines that are extended in parallel with one another, the light-emitting elements being divided into groups each including the same number of light-emitting elements, a first connecting electrode is disposed adjacent to one end portion of the lines extended, a second connecting electrode is disposed adjacent to another end portion of the lines extended, and the light-emitting elements within each group are electrically connected in series with one another by metallic wires and electrically connected in series to the first connecting electrode and to the second connecting electrode. The groups each include the same number of light-emitting elements that are electrically connected in parallel between the first connecting electrode and the second connecting electrode.

Abstract: Provided is a lamp capable of suppressing an increase in temperature of a semiconductor light-emitting device, such as LED. A lamp according to the present invention is a lamp in which gas is enclosed, the lamp includes: a globe; and a light-emitting module which is housed in the globe and includes a base board and an LED disposed on the base board. The gas in the lamp is enclosed in the globe, the gas surrounding the light-emitting module and containing one of hydrogen, helium, and nitrogen.

Abstract: A low-voltage LED lighting system, LED lighting fixtures, and a method for installation thereof in which the system includes: (a) at least one LED lighting fixture each having one or more LEDs; (b) at least one remotely-located power driver; and (c) interconnections between the at least one LED fixture and the at least one driver using communication network cabling and standard 8P8C network connectors. Preferred lighting fixtures are recessed lighting fixtures adapted for ceiling mounting.

Abstract: The present invention provides a slim bezel backlight module of liquid crystal display device, which includes: a bezel, a back panel, a connection member, and a plastic frame arranged on the back panel. The bezel includes a front plate that forms a displaying opening and a side plate extending downward from one end of the front plate. The back panel includes a bottom board that is opposite to the front plate. The front plate of the bezel forms a first through hole. The plastic frame forms a through hole corresponding to the first through hole. The bottom board of the back panel forms a second through hole corresponding to the first through hole. The connection device includes a connection member and a locking member mating the connection member. The connection member includes a base section and an extension section extending downward from the base section.

Abstract: A novel spatio-optical directional light modulator with no moving parts is introduced. This directional light modulator can be used to create 2D/3D switchable displays of various sizes for mobile to large screen TV. The inherently fast modulation capability of this new directional light modulator increases the achievable viewing angle, resolution, and realism of the 3D image created by the display.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a direct type backlight module and a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) device. A direct type backlight module comprises a diffuser plate located on the light emergent surface and a backplane opposite to the diffuser plate; a support pin is arranged between the backplane and the diffuser plate, and the support pin is rigidly fixed to the backplane. Because the support pin of the present invention is rigidly fixed on the backplane, there is no direct relationship between the present invention and the thicknesses of the backplane and the LED light plate fixed on the backplane, and no noise is produced by the loosed “mushroom head” due to infirm gripping; therefore, the support pin can be firmly fixed. The support pin can be rigidly fixed by modes facilitating the automatic operation like SMT welding and riveting, which is advantageous for promoting the productivity and the conformance rate.

Abstract: An LED package structure is disclosed, which comprises an LED chip and a frame for receiving the LED chip, and the frame comprises a bottom wall, a first sidewall and a light exiting wall. The LED chip is disposed on the bottom wall, the first sidewall is obliquely disposed in a light exiting direction of the LED chip, and light rays emitted from the LED chip are reflected by the first sidewall and then exit from the light exiting wall. An LCD device is further disclosed. According to the LCD device and the LED package structure thereof of the present disclosure, light rays emitted from the LED chip are reflected by the first sidewall and then exit from the light exiting wall. This can increase the light mixing distance for the LED chip and avoid occurrence of light emission blind areas, thus eliminating the hot spot phenomenon.

Abstract: Lighting apparatus and structures are described to space electrical drivers from a light panel. In this way, a driver box housing the driver can be spaced from the light panel to communicate with pre-existing facilities (e.g. electrical wiring) and can serve the additional advantage of keeping the driver box out of standing water that may accumulate on the structure.

Abstract: A walking stick structure with an LED light inside the stick body has a holding part, a footing, joint holding parts, LED illumination components, and reflecting devices. The stick body is a highly translucent glass fiber inner tube with combination of a hollow external tube, and the hollow external tube is configured with a plurality of translucent parts. A battery seat and a battery are provided. The LED illumination component is connected on either end of the battery seat, and the battery seat is combined with a switch to turn on/off the LED illumination component. The reflecting device is configured inside the glass fiber inner tube and opposite to the irradiation direction of the LED. The light beams from the LED can be reflected by the reflecting device and go out from the translucent parts. Thus, the intensity and scope of illumination is considerably enhanced.

Abstract: A light emitting unit for continuous production of light energy that can be utilized for a variety of light applications, including with an apparatus adapted to convert light energy to electricity when insufficient sunlight is available. The light emitting unit comprises a light emitting device electrically connected to a rechargeable battery, a vibrator motor electrically connected to the battery, a drive motor electrically connected to the vibrator motor, a shaft interconnecting the drive motor and a disc, and one or more magnets on the disc. The vibrator motor has a tip magnet that is positioned opposite the magnets on the disc to rotate the disc and shaft to produce electricity from the drive motor that is used to recharge the battery. In one configuration, a photocell electrically connects to the battery and the vibrator motor and a safety circuit is disposed between the battery and the light emitting device.

Abstract: A durable dock light for mounting into a top void on a floating dock. The light has a housing and lens cover that complement the shape of the top dock void. The housing also extends through the dock through hole into the bottom void of the dock. Spring clips are attached to the housing that extends into the bottom void of the dock thus removably mounting the dock light to the dock. The housing and lens cover define a chamber which houses a power storage device, such as a battery, a power collecting device, such as a solar panel, and a light generating device, such as a light emitting diode (LED). The dock light provides a fast solution to lighting a floating dock without costly wiring or electrical cost. The dock light provides lighting at night, making it safer for persons and watercraft operating on or around the dock.

Abstract: A light supporting system comprises a pole base and pole member. The pole member can be placed over the tubular member of the pole base. The adjustable mounting mechanism comprises a pivot bracket, an arcuate bracket, a pole mount, and a fastener. A photovoltaic array may be attached to the pivot bracket. The light supporting system and adjustable mounting mechanism can be used separately or in combination to form a system for a solar street lamp.

Abstract: A light system comprising an elongated housing; at least one LED light disposed inside of the housing. There can also be at least one lens disposed adjacent to the LED light, In addition, there can also be at least one reflector disposed in the housing, wherein the reflector has a first reflector section disposed adjacent to the LED light and a second reflector section coupled to the first section, and disposed at a distal end opposite the LED light. The first reflector section being substantially round in shape and said second reflector section being substantially round in shape.

Abstract: A light fixture including first and second raceways, and at least one support structure extending between and coupled to the raceways. A plurality of LEDs are coupled to the structure and spaced apart along at least a portion of a length of the structure between the first and second ends of the light fixture. A power pack extends between the raceways, and the power pack includes at least one driver configured to be electrically coupled to the plurality of LEDs, power input wiring that is configured to receive power for the light fixture, and a detachable cover provided substantially over the at least one driver and the power input wiring. A modular power input connector is coupled to the power pack, and is configured to allow a power cord to supply power to the light fixture without removing the cover.

Abstract: Light emitter devices with improved light extraction and related methods are disclosed. In one embodiment, the light emitter device can include a submount, at least one light emitting chip disposed over the submount, and a lens disposed over the light emitting chip. The lens can include a lens base that can have substantially the same geometry as a geometry of the submount.

Abstract: A reflective LED lighting lamp includes a lamp housing and a light source module strip mounted to the lamp housing. A reflective layer mounted to the lamp housing. The light source module strip has an independently removable one-piece structure and includes at least one LED light source and an LED light source mounting base. The LED light source mounting base is inserted into the lamp housing by a slot. The LED light source mounting base is made of thermal conductive material. The heat generated by the LED is transmitted to the lamp housing by the LED light source mounting base, and then is dissipated by the lamp housing. The present invention adopts the one-piece light source module strip. Installation and disassembly by simple insert-pullout manner between the LED light source module strip and the lamp housing can be achieved. The present invention has simple operation and strong applicability.

Abstract: There is provided a light diffusing flame-resistant composite member which has both flame resistance and flexibility and has excellent light diffusibility. The light diffusing flame-resistant composite member of the present invention includes a glass fiber sheet and a condensation-reactive silicone resin, wherein at least one surface of the glass fiber sheet is coated with the condensation-reactive silicone resin, or the glass fiber sheet is impregnated with the condensation-reactive silicone resin, and wherein the composite member has a total light transmittance of 60% or more and a haze value of 80% or more. The condensation-reactive silicone resin may be an inorganic oxide particle-containing condensation-reactive silicone resin comprising a crosslinking structure in which inorganic oxide particles dispersed in a polysiloxane resin having a condensation-reactive group is crosslinked with the polysiloxane resin by chemical bonds.

Abstract: In one general aspect, an LED-based illumination source is disclosed that includes a screw-in household base with an outer thread centered about an insertion axis. A directional-type illumination housing is mechanically connected to the base and has a round light delivery end centered around the insertion axis and has a diameter that is larger than the base. One or more LED illumination elements occupy a portion of the round light delivery end of the directional-type illumination housing and each has an optical axis at least generally parallel with the insertion axis and face away from the base. One or more at least generally coplanar lenses have at least generally parallel optical axes each being aligned with one of the elements and being positioned opposite from the base with respect to the elements.

Abstract: In various embodiments, a lens array comprises a plurality of aspheric lens elements each optically coupled to a light-emitting element and producing an out-of-focus image thereof. The images combine to generate a target luminous intensity distribution, e.g., providing constant illuminance on a plane.

Abstract: A method for assembling LEDs to a ceramic heat conductive piece comprises: mixing ceramic materials together and subjecting the mixed ceramic materials to hot pressing to form the ceramic heat conductive piece, the ceramic heat conductive piece has a cold end; subjecting the cold end of the ceramic heat conductive piece to sliver printing, drying process and silver reduction process to form the silver layer; choosing conductive binders, and applying the conductive binders to the silver layer by coating process; attaching the LEDs between paired conductive binders by welding; getting a finished product. The structure produced by the method is such that the LEDs are located between the paired conductive binders, and each of the LEDs includes a LED wafer disposed on a substrate, so that the heat generated by the LEDs can be transmitted quickly to the ceramic heat conductive piece via the conductive binders and the silver layer.

Abstract: A Light Emitting Diodes chandelier includes a base board, a ventilation unit, a case and a cover. Multiple Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) are located beneath the base board and the ventilation unit is located above the base board. The case is mounted to the base board and the cover is a transparent cover and located beneath the LEDs. The ventilation unit has multiple plates which contact the top of the ventilation unit. The plates and the case are made by heat-conductive material. The case has two openings defined in two ends thereof so as to provide better convection and brings heat away.

Abstract: Disclosed is a circuit board for display device which includes a main circuit board and a flexible circuit board. The main circuit board has a power input pad and a power receiving pad that are exposed to the outside. A power supply voltage is applied to the power input pad. The flexible circuit board is coupled on one surface of the main circuit board. The flexible circuit board is configured to electrically connect the power input pad and the power receiving pad. A display device including the circuit board has a panel input pad receiving the power supply voltage from the main circuit board.

Abstract: The printed circuit board (1) has a front face (2) which can be fitted with at least one semiconductor light source (4) and at least one mounting element (6) which is accessible via a rear face (3), wherein the at least one mounting element (6) is in the form of an electrical conduction element for at least one of the semiconductor light sources (4). The support has at least one support area (12) on which the printed circuit board (1) can be placed, wherein at least one mating mounting element (13) for respectively mounting a mounting element (6) of the printed circuit board (1) is arranged on the support area (12), and wherein at least one mating mounting element (13) is an electrically conductive mating mounting element (13) which is connected to at least one electrical power supply.

Abstract: An LED lamp includes a first light device and a second light device. The first light device includes a first cover and a first light strip received in the first cover. The second light device included a second cover and a second light strip received in the second cover. The second light device is movably mounted to the first light device. A light emitting area of the second light strip of the second light device is changeable according to movement of the second light device relative to the first light device whereby a total light emitting area of the LED lamp is adjustable.

Abstract: A lighted architectural mesh includes a plurality of interconnected wires forming a plurality of transverse openings. At least one light carrier is slidably received within at least one of said transverse openings. The at least one light carrier includes light nodes emitting light through the interstices on the front and/or rear side of the architectural mesh. The at least one light carrier further comprises a plurality of connecting elements, wherein the light emitter nodes of the at least one light element are releasably interconnected in series by the connecting elements.

Abstract: Disclosed is a high quality display device which avoids complicated element structure, and does not unnecessarily reduce portability. The display device comprises: a pair of substrates which are disposed facing each other, and on each of which electrodes are formed; and a material layer which is sandwiched between the pair of substrates. The material layer contains: a coloring material which changes color upon the application of a voltage; and a light-emitting material which emits light upon photoexcitation.

Abstract: The present invention provides an LED light device, including: a heat sink having a layered structure formed by a plurality of tubes; and a sub-mount positioned on the heat sink and mounted with an LED emitter.

Abstract: An LED based illumination module includes a thermal interface surface that is coupled to a thermal interface surface of a reflector using engaging members that generate a compressive force between the thermal interface surfaces. The engaging members may be, e.g., protrusions that interface with recesses, spring pins, formed sheet metal, magnets, mounting collar, etc. The reflector may include a vented portion that is not optically coupled to the LED based illumination module to allow air to pass through the reflector.

Abstract: A reflector lamp (1) comprising a reflector (2) having an opening (7) opposite to a light emission window (8), an electric lamp (10) comprising a closed lamp vessel (11) positioned with an end portion (16) in the lamp opening of the reflector, an electric element (13) arranged on the optical axis (5) in the lamp vessel, and a support body (20). The support body comprises reflector fastening means (22) for fastening the support body to the reflector, and lamp fastening means (21) for fastening the support body to the end portion of the lamp vessel. Viewed in a direction from the lamp opening along the optical axis towards the light emission window, the support body is fastened to the reflector solely at a mounting location beyond the lamp opening of the reflector. In between the lamp opening and said location beyond the lamp opening of the reflector, the reflector has a largest wall thickness T2, with T2<=T1.

Abstract: Light emitter devices and methods with reduced dimensions and improved light output are provided. In one embodiment, a light emitter device includes a submount having an area of approximately 6 square millimeters (mm2) or less. The device can further include a light emitting chip on the submount and a lens disposed over the light emitting chip and positioned on the submount. The device can be operable for emitting light at approximately 100 lumens or higher.

Abstract: A photoluminescent device includes a substantially cylindrical housing having an optically transparent upper surface, the housing defining an interior cavity, a phosphorescent material being disposed within the interior cavity proximate the optically transparent upper surface, whereby the housing of the device has an elongate body portion configured for insertion into a bore or hole in a substrate with the optically transparent upper surface positioned proximate to the surface of the substrate.

Abstract: A lamp capable of efficiently dissipating heat generated in a semiconductor light-emitting element is provided. A lamp which emits light includes: a mounting board on which a semiconductor light-emitting element is mounted; a first housing thermally coupled with the mounting board; and a second housing including a power receiving unit which receives power for causing the semiconductor light-emitting element to emit light. The first housing is disposed closer to an illuminated area than the second housing is, and includes a first exposed surface exposed at least to the illuminated area.

Abstract: A luminaire adapter is provided. The luminaire adapter includes a tombstone cover and a light source bracket. The tombstone cover includes a housing that defines a slot opening to accept a tombstone socket and a pair of snap connectors. The light source bracket includes a top portion and a bottom portion. The top portion and the bottom portion are configured to connect. The bottom portion includes a pair of snap receivers configured to receive the pair of snap connectors of the tombstone cover. The top portion and the bottom portion define an opening to receive a luminaire.

Abstract: A bicycle lighting fixture includes a housing defining therein an accommodation chamber, a reflector mounted in the accommodation chamber and a light source mounted in the accommodation chamber for emitting light onto the reflector. The reflector provides a curved reflecting surface facing toward the outside of the accommodation chamber and defining a plurality of reflecting surface areas at different elevations and a terrace surface connected between each two adjacent reflecting surface areas.

Abstract: A low glare overhead lighting fixture for a transit vehicle comprises a lighting fixture base assembly for mounting one or more light sources (e.g., LEDs or fluorescent tubes), and a light permeable cover adapted to reduce glare. The light permeable cover may include a light guide embodied as a grid-like structure with holes or perforations for directing the light from the light source in a manner reducing light spread. The light guide may be disposed between a front and rear lens covers. The lighting fixture may also utilize a light permeable cover having an anti-glare surface element, such as a privacy filter screen or mesh which may be formed using microlouver technology. The lighting fixture base assembly may have separate compartments, each lined with a highly reflective coating, housing one or more deeply set LEDs.

Abstract: Auxiliary lighting is added to military vehicles in response to civilian national emergencies permitting the vehicles to function as emergency vehicles. The auxiliary lights are attached to the military vehicles by employing military standard optical devices such as reflectors already mounted on the vehicles. This method of attaching the auxiliary lights avoids unacceptable modification of the military vehicles and reduces the complexity and time required to install the auxiliary lights. The attachment method also facilitates removal of the auxiliary lighting. Therefore temporary auxiliary lighting can be added to and removed from the military vehicle with a minimal use of tools or time. The auxiliary lighting is positioned on the military vehicle such that the emitted light beams are directed as required for the function the light is expected to perform. The auxiliary lights can be floodlights, warning lights, clearance or marker lights.

Abstract: A light emitting diode perimeter lamp assembly generally includes a housing a receiving pocket formed therein for receiving a circuit board with a plurality of light emitting diodes mounted thereon. In addition, a culminating lens having a plurality of light directing elements is positioned within the receiving pocket of the housing above the circuit board such that light emitted from said plurality of light emitting diodes passes through said plurality of light directing elements. An outer lens is also mounted over the receiving pocket. When the perimeter lamp is installed on a truck body, the bottom side of the lamp housing is at an acute angle to a ground surface while the back end of the perimeter lamp is adjacent and parallel to a truck wall such that light emitted by the plurality of light emitting diodes is projected onto the ground surface adjacent to the truck wall.

Abstract: A lighting and/or signaling device and method comprising an opaque element that can move between at least two positions, one of the positions interposing the opaque element between the main light source and the optical focusing device, in which the opaque element is arranged so that when it is interposed between the main light source and the optical focusing device it prevents rays originating from outside the lighting and/or signaling device from being focused, especially in a line or spot, by the optical focusing device, in order to prevent degradation of the lighting and/or signaling device.

Abstract: A vehicle headlight comprising at least one lighting module mounted on a support. The module comprises a base with a mounting surface inclined backward and toward the top of the headlight. The support comprises a corresponding mounting surface. Positioning means with sliders are provided on these surfaces so as to be able to extract the module and fit it by a translational movement in a direction contained within the plane of the mounting surfaces. The housing comprises a removable portion positioned in the extension of the module in the direction of translation of the positioning means with sliders. The wall of the housing comprises precuts on the circumference of the removable portion. This arrangement makes is possible to easily replace a bulky lighting module such as that of a headlight with style functions.

Abstract: A vehicular headlamp includes: a lamp body that has a cylindrical portion having a front opening and a rear opening; a translucent cover that covers the front opening; a metallic light source base that has a light source installation portion, which is inserted from the rear opening to the lamp body and disposed therein; an annular elastic body coupling the lamp body to the light source base and closing a clearance between the lamp body and the light source base; and an optical axis adjustment mechanism coupling the lamp body to the light source base, wherein the light source base is supported so as to be turnable with respect to the lamp body by operation of the optical axis adjustment mechanism, and the elastic body is configured to be elastically deformed as the light source base is turned with respect to the lamp body.

Abstract: An optic assembly has a reflector with a reflective surface, one or more light sources, and a mask with one or more apertures. Facets on the reflective surface direct light rays so that a substantial portion of the light rays within the optic assembly can be managed as if they were emitted from a focal point located outside the optic assembly.

Abstract: A vehicle light assembly includes an array of light sources mounted in a generally planar base. An optical element includes a first surface having a first optical design and a second surface having second optical design. The second optical design includes a wedge having a first wedge wall and a second wedge wall that converges with the first wedge wall. The second wedge wall extends at an angle to the first wedge wall. A bezel surrounds the base and the optical element, and an outer lens is positioned adjacent the outside surface of the optical element. The optical element is between the base and the outer lens, and the outer lens has an inner surface including an optical design.

Abstract: A lighting apparatus usable with a mobile vehicle, which includes first and second housings which contain the power source, the switch mechanism and the light emitting elements therein. A pivoting mechanism allows relative pivotal movement between the two housings thereby allowing the user to manipulate the desired emission angle of illumination. The pivoting mechanism also permits electrical communication between the power source (rechargeable batteries) and the light emitting elements. The lighting apparatus includes an integral charging port for recharging the batteries, such as a micro USB port. The lighting apparatus is adapted to the mobile vehicle by a universal mounting assembly which is configured to be interchangeably attached and detached to fit on different configurations on a particular vehicle. The mounting assembly comprises of a rigid assembly, which attaches the lighting apparatus to the mounting assembly with a flexible fastener to attach the mount to the vehicle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a radiation device that includes a housing, a light-emitting unit and a light-absorbing unit which is provided with an inlet opening and a reflector element. The reflector element extends across the entire distance between the light-emitting unit and the inlet opening of the light-absorbing unit.

Abstract: A backlight module includes a light guide plate, a light emergent portion, a Fresnel lens portion, and a number of light sources. The light incident portion includes an incident surface for receiving light rays, an emergent surface opposite to the incident surface having an area less than that of the incident surface; and a sloped surface connecting the emergent surface and positioned between the incident surface and the emergent surface. The light emergent portion extends from the light incident portion. The Fresnel lens portion is positioned on the sloped surface for directing the light rays projecting on the sloped surface to the light emergent portion. The light source arranged in front of the incident surface for emitting the light rays to the incident surface.

Abstract: A backlight module includes a light emitting unit for emitting light, a light guide plate disposed on a side of a display panel for guiding the light emitted by the light emitting unit to the display panel, a back cover installed outside the light emitting unit and the light guide plate, and a frame combined with the back cover for accommodating the light emitting unit and the light guide plate with the back cover. The frame includes a first side facing a surface of the light guide plate, and a second side opposite to the first side. The backlight module further includes an optical material layer disposed between the second side of the frame and the display panel for misting and focusing the light refracted from the light guide plate so as to provide uniform and bright light to the display panel.