Self Powered Lamp Patents (Class 362/157)
  • Patent number: 9776690
    Abstract: A vertical marker buoy and method for deployment are disclosed herein for enhanced detection of equipment on the water's surface. The equipment may have been previously submerged at a significant depth. The buoy and method provide a faster and more reliable means to locate equipment, e. g., at the sea surface or suspended by a float. The marker buoy has flotation device, a detection indicator and a bail mounted to a tube. The marker buoy is configured to be positioned in a substantially vertical position when the vertical marker buoy is in use on the surface of a body of water. The vertical marker buoy is capable of being deployed at an underwater depth.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 3, 2017
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by Secretary of the Navy
    Inventors: Theodore Albert Sledzinski, Mark Gillcrist
  • Patent number: 9692211
    Abstract: A VCSEL array includes a base substrate, VCSEL element columns arranged in a row direction (y direction) on a front-surface side of the base substrate and parallel wiring lines that connect the VCSEL element columns in parallel with each other. Each of the VCSEL element columns includes a plurality of VCSEL elements arranged in a column direction (x direction) and a plurality of series wiring lines. The plurality of series wiring lines serially connect every two VCSEL elements that are adjacent to each other in the column direction among the plurality of VCSEL elements in such an orientation that the forward directions of the two VCSEL elements match. Insulating grooves are formed on the base substrate. The insulating grooves electrically insulate the VCSEL element columns from each other. The insulating grooves electrically insulate the VCSEL elements from each other.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2017
    Assignee: Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Ippei Matsubara, Takayuki Kona, Keiji Iwata
  • Patent number: 9680316
    Abstract: A system comprising a plurality of electronic devices, each comprising a device housing and a rechargeable battery, and a charger comprising a charger housing and arranged for charging said rechargeable batteries, wherein said charger comprises at least one, preferably a plurality of wireless power transmitting coils in said housing and said electronic devices each comprise a wireless power receiving coil in said housing, wherein said power transmitting coils are arranged in an array along an axis, and wherein said charger housing and said device housings are formed such that the power receiving coils of said electronic devices can be placed and held in an array along said axis by placing said electronic devices in an array against each other, such that each power receiving coil has a corresponding power transmitting coil in its vicinity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2017
    Assignee: Almos Technologies Pty. Ltd.
    Inventors: Steve Rakoczy, Steven Thomas McGuinness
  • Patent number: 9653706
    Abstract: According to one embodiment, an organic electroluminescent element includes a first electrode, an organic layer, and a second electrode. The first electrode is light-transmissive. The organic layer is provided on the first electrode. The second electrode is provided on the organic layer. The second electrode is light-reflective and includes a first conductive portion and a second conductive portion. The first conductive portion extends in a first direction. The second conductive portion extends in a second direction intersecting the first direction. The second conductive portion intersects the first conductive portion. A length in the first direction of the first conductive portion is longer than 1 mm and not more than 47 mm. A length in the second direction of the second conductive portion is longer than 1 mm and not more than 47 mm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2017
    Assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba
    Inventors: Akio Amano, Tomoaki Sawabe, Keiji Sugi, Daimotsu Kato, Hayato Kakizoe, Tomio Ono
  • Patent number: 9655204
    Abstract: An adapter includes a detection unit configured to detect an operating state of an illumination fixture, a communication unit configured to communicate with an analysis device, and a control unit configured to cause the communication unit to transmit a detection result of the detection unit to the analysis device. A lighting system includes a plurality of illumination devices. A life support system includes the plurality of illumination devices, and the analysis device configured to analyze behavior of a person. The plurality of illumination devices each include the adapter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2017
    Assignee: Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Shigemi Fushimi
  • Patent number: 9634289
    Abstract: Embodiments of this disclosure provide a transparent display panel and a manufacturing method thereof, and a display device. The transparent display panel comprises a plurality of light-emitting regions and a plurality of transparent regions. The transparent display panel further comprises at least one light-guiding component disposed on a light-emitting side of the transparent display panel, wherein the at least one light-guiding component is configured to transmit a part of light emitted from the light-emitting regions to the transparent regions. In the transparent display panel, a light-guiding component is used to transmit the light emitted by the light-emitting subpixels in the light-emitting regions to the transparent regions, and a plurality of light-redirecting members formed on a surface of the light-guiding component are used to change the direction of light transmitted to the transparent regions and to emit the light from the light-emitting side of the transparent regions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2017
    Assignee: BOE TECHNOLOGY GROUP CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Hongfei Cheng, Yuxin Zhang, Yanli Wang, Deming Liu
  • Patent number: 9565733
    Abstract: An adjustable LED lighting system may allow for a variable lumen output, an estimation of remaining life expectancy, and/or control of lighting intensity, color temperature, and/or wavelength distribution. An LED lighting system may be capable of mimicking externally monitored, remote controlled, pre-defined, user-selected, or other lighting conditions. An LED lighting system may allow for a variable lumen output by monitoring a temperature associated with one or more LEDs and increasing or decreasing current flow to maintain the monitored temperature below a maximum temperature. The remaining life may be estimated based on historical runtime and temperature data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2017
    Assignee: Dynotron, Inc.
    Inventors: James Saffari, Angela Saffari
  • Patent number: 9562659
    Abstract: A solar powered lighting arrangement (1), comprising a solar cell (2); a light source (8) adapted to be at least partly powered by electrical power derived from the solar cell (2); and a structural member (3) having a first side (4) provided with a first reflective (5) arranged to direct sunlight (6) towards the solar cell (2) and a second side (7) onto which the light source (8) is thermally coupled for dissipating heat generated by the light source (8) when emitting light (9). With the provision of a solar powered lighting arrangement in accordance with the present invention, the structural member may consequently function not only as a reflecting surface directing sunlight towards the solar cell, but additionally as a heat sink for the light source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2017
    Assignee: PHILIPS LIGHTING HOLDING B.V.
    Inventor: Peter Visser
  • Patent number: 9512991
    Abstract: A portable lighting device with a main power circuit for electrically connecting a light source to a portable source of power, the main power circuit including an electric power switch disposed electrically in series with the light source, there also being an inertial sensor and a controller electrically coupled to the portable source of power, the controller including an output for providing a control signal for controlling the flow of power through the electronic power switch and the light source in the main power circuit, the controller also being electrically connected to the inertial sensor, wherein the controller is configured to control the flow of power through the electronic power switch based on one or more signals received from the at least one output of the inertial sensor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2016
    Assignee: MAG INSTRUMENT, INC.
    Inventors: Anthony Maglica, Stacey H. West, Scott Nathanson, Robert P Radloff
  • Patent number: 9444081
    Abstract: Battery corrosive electrolyte leak is reduced by using spacers (which can be made of a shock absorbing material) between each pair of batteries held in the series configuration so that a resilient contact provides an electrical contact between the pair of batteries and the thickness of the spacer prevents a second end of a first battery from contacting the first end of the second battery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2016
    Assignee: MAG INSTRUMENT, INC.
    Inventor: Anthony Maglica
  • Patent number: 9360168
    Abstract: An electrical interface module (EIM) is provided between an LED illumination device and a light fixture. The EIM includes an arrangement of contacts that are adapted to be coupled to an LED illumination device and a second arrangement of contacts that are adapted to be coupled to the light fixture and may include a power converter. Additionally, an LED selection module may be included to selectively turn on or off LEDs. A communication port may be included to transmit information associated with the LED illumination device, such as identification, indication of lifetime, flux, etc. The lifetime of the LED illumination device may be measured and communicated, e.g., by an RF signal, IR signal, wired signal or by controlling the light output of the LED illumination device. An optic that is replaceably mounted to the LED illumination device may include, e.g., a flux sensor that is connected to the electrical interface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2016
    Assignee: Xicato, Inc.
    Inventors: Gerard Harbers, Gregory W. Eng, Christopher R. Reed, Peter K. Tseng, John S. Yriberri
  • Patent number: 9341323
    Abstract: A light-mixing flashlight has a body, three light-emitting diodes, three first reflectors, and three second reflectors. The body has a mounting surface formed in the body, a body opening opposite to the mounting surface, and three light recesses formed in an interior of the body. The light-emitting diodes are mounted in the light recesses, and are respectively a red light, a green light, and a blue light light-emitting diode. The first reflectors are formed as parabolic mirrors and are respectively mounted in the light recesses via a working angle. An opening of each first reflector faces toward the corresponding light-emitting diode. The second reflectors are formed as spherical mirrors, are mounted on the mounting surface, and respectively correspond in position to the first reflectors. Therefore, the light-mixing flashlight has an improved emitting efficiency.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2016
    Assignee: National Chung Cheng University
    Inventors: Hsiang-Chen Wang, Chung-Yi Lin, Yuan-De Su, Zhi-Lin Hu
  • Patent number: 9332622
    Abstract: A lighting system for emulating at a first location the lighting conditions of a remote location includes a lighting control circuit that controls the brightness and color of each of a plurality of lamps at the first location. The lighting control circuit further includes a power source, a networking module that is adapted to receive lighting scene information, via a network, a non-transitory storage medium, and optionally at least one mirror. A remote command module is accessible by the networking module of the control circuit and is adapted to provide the lighting scene information to the lighting control circuit. The remote command module is preferably resident at least in part in a portable electronic device of a user. Alternately, the remote command module may be resident on the remote network server that is in communication with the networking module of the lighting control circuit through the network.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2016
    Inventor: Rajendra Dutt
  • Patent number: 9316364
    Abstract: An illumination device for mounting inside a balloon comprises a light source, such as LED, and a battery power source for the light source, both mounted in a housing. The housing is provided as an inner part of a first plastics material in which the battery power source is housed and an outer casing of a second plastics material, which at least partially surrounds the inner part and provides a cover for the light source. The second plastics material is transparent and resiliently deformable and may be a thermoplastics elastomer. In preferred embodiments the housing is provided as a one-piece unit which is a co-molding of the first plastics material and the second plastics material, and which is provided as two mating sections hingedly connected to each other.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2016
    Assignee: SEATRIEVER INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS LIMITED
    Inventors: James Halliburton, Tony Rhoades, Sean Tisdall
  • Patent number: 9285097
    Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) light assembly apparatus includes a housing, a lens stack, and a power supply assembly. The lens stack comprises an LED array of a plurality of LED light sources and a lens positioned in the housing with respect to the LED array to diffuse and focus light transmitted from the plurality of LED light sources and, thereby, provide a light beam out from the housing, the lens being operable to diffuse the transmitted light before focusing the transmitted light. The power supply assembly is operable to supply power to the lens stack and, thereby, power the plurality of LED sources. A method for making the beam of light is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2016
    Assignee: Aadyn Technology, LLC
    Inventors: Walter W. Lefler, Marc B. Kaye, David R. Sturdy, James T. Carter, Ronald L. Marsh, Christopher J. Cornett, Michael Wayne Appel, Terry Lee Schmoeger
  • Patent number: 9226555
    Abstract: A cane structure includes a handle, an electrical components set, a stick, a sleeve, a cap button, a compression spring, and a biasing post. The handle defines a receiving chamber and an inner chamber. Multiple protrusions are formed on the surrounding wall of the inner chamber. The electrical components set is removably mounted in the receiving chamber. The stick is attached to the bottom portion of the handle and conceals the inner chamber. The sleeve is fixedly disposed in the inner chamber of the handle, wherein the sleeve defines multiple through holes for being inserted with the protrusions. Also, the sleeve abuts a step in the inner chamber. The cap button and the compression spring are fitted in the sleeve. The biasing post is fitted into the sleeve and urged against the compression spring, so that the cap button can enter the receiving chamber to engage the electrical components set.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2016
    Inventor: Shing Hae Shyu
  • Patent number: 9163793
    Abstract: A combination lamp and flashlight assembly including a frame; a headlamp attachment and a charging attachment carried by the frame; a cable electrically coupling the headlamp attachment and the charging attachment; a headlamp head; and a battery pack, wherein the assembly is changeable between a headlamp configuration, where the headlamp head is mechanically and electrically coupled to the headlamp attachment and the battery pack is mechanically and electrically coupled to the charging attachment, and a handheld flashlight configuration, where the headlamp head is mechanically and electrically coupled to the battery pack to form a handheld flashlight. The assembly is also changeable to a cycle lamp configuration, where the headlamp head is mechanically and electrically coupled to a headlamp attachment of a handle bar mount to form a cycle lamp and the battery pack is mechanically and electrically coupled to a charging attachment of a cycle tube mount.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2015
    Assignee: XGlow P/T, LLC
    Inventors: Richard S. Popper, Jensen Jorgensen
  • Patent number: 9091402
    Abstract: A work light includes a housing including a first end portion, a second end portion opposite the first end portion, and a center portion extending between the first end portion and the second end portion. The work light also includes a battery receptacle located on the housing and configured to receive a battery. The work light also includes a light source supported by the housing and a heat sink thermally coupled to the light source. The heat sink includes a contact plate extending through the center portion of the housing and a first leg supported proximate the first end portion. The first leg extends from the contact plate in a direction generally perpendicular to the contact plate. The heat sink also includes a second leg supported proximate the second end portion and extending from the contact plate in a direction generally perpendicular to the contact plate. The heat sink also includes a plurality of fins. Each fin extends from one of the first leg and the second leg.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
    Inventors: Andrew J. Weber, Justin D. Dorman, Timothy Janda
  • Patent number: 9055642
    Abstract: An LED lighting device includes at least one LED light source emitting light, at least one rechargeable battery for supplying power when external power is not available, at least one electrical connector for connecting the rechargeable battery to external power source for recharging, and at least one control mechanism for switching the operation mode of the device. By setting the operation mode via the control mechanism, the LED light device can be used for more than one intended purposes such as regular lighting, emergency lighting, and flashlight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2015
    Assignee: Lightel Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Chia-Yiu Maa, Ching-Feng Lin, Pai-Sheng Shen
  • Publication number: 20150146415
    Abstract: A lighting device includes an LED light source for emitting light in a first direction about an axis, a projection lens mounted on the axis, and a gobo having a preselected design which is mountable along the axis between the LED light source and lens to intercept at least some of the emitted light. The lens is moveable along the axis, preferably positionable at least at three axial positions. The first such axial position is the distance from the LED light source corresponding to the focal point of the lens. The second axial position is the distance from the gobo corresponding to the focal point of the lens. The third axial position is a distance from the LED light source corresponding to less than the focal point of the lens. In one embodiment, the lighting device includes a recycling collar having a central opening through which the axis extends. In another embodiment, the projection lens is a TIR lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 24, 2014
    Publication date: May 28, 2015
    Inventor: Kenneth LI
  • Publication number: 20150138763
    Abstract: A portable lighting device adapted to provide an area light, said device including a body having a battery housing to hold batteries to power said device. The device includes a light panel functioning as a lens to act as an area light emitter, characterized in the said light panel is slidable into and out of said body, said light panel being constructed of a substantially flat panel portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2013
    Publication date: May 21, 2015
    Inventors: Jason Bennett, John Brown, Michael Squires, Fred Marcaly
  • Publication number: 20150131273
    Abstract: A device for illuminating bottles provides a housing with an upper casing and a lower casing that serve to enclose electrical components. The electrical components include a power source, illumination source, and a circuit which electrically connects said power source and illumination source. A three-way switch allows a user to configure the illumination source and circuit, selecting between three settings. The three-way switch is thus electrically connected between the power source and illumination source by means of the circuit. A secondary switch enables operation of a variable state, in which the illumination source turns off or on depending on if it is placed on a table or lifted from a table. The housing is coupled to a bottle by a bottle receiving portion on the upper casing, which is dome shaped in order to allow for an interference fit. The device is used to illuminate a secured bottle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventor: Rodney E. Jackson
  • Patent number: 9028932
    Abstract: The invention relates to a glass package (100) for sealing a device (120), to a system (110) comprising the glass package, a light source (210), a luminaire (200), a backlighting system (310), and to a display device (300). The glass package according to the invention comprises a first glass substrate (10), a second glass substrate (20), and a seal (30) sealing an interface between the first glass substrate and the second glass substrate. The seal comprises a frit (30) comprising glass. A CTE of the frit is chosen to be at least 10% lower compared to the CTE of the first glass substrate and/or of the second glass substrate. An effect of the glass package according to the invention is that the difference between the CTE of the frit compared to the CTE of the first glass substrate and/or the second glass substrate enables to generate a gas-tight sealed glass package while using a glass-material as the first glass substrate and/or as the second glass substrate which has a relatively high CTE.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2015
    Assignee: Koninklijkle Philips N.V.
    Inventors: Franciscus Arnoldus Gerardus Van Dijk, Renatus Hendricus Maria Sanders, Petrus Henricus Maria Timmermans
  • Publication number: 20150124437
    Abstract: Solid state light engines are disclosed that emit a bright, non-symmetrical emission pattern, with a relatively high luminous flux and from a relatively small area. The light engines can be used in many different types and sizes of light sources, with some embodiments providing a light quantity, quality and distribution similar to conventional J-type Halogen light sources. The light engines are arranged with integral power supplies and heat management features that allow for the engines to provide high emission intensities while generating significantly less heat at the light source. This can result in significantly higher efficiency and greater life space. In some embodiments, the light can perform similarly to a halogen J-type Lamp 80 mm light tube, while generating similar or greater amounts of light. The light engines according to the present invention provide the capability to be used in low profile light fixtures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2013
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Applicant: CREE HONG KONG LIMITED
    Inventors: ANTONY VAN DE VEN, WAI KWAN CHAN, CHIN WAH HO
  • Publication number: 20150116991
    Abstract: A multi-function and portable device forming separately an illuminator and a barrier and forming in combination an illuminated barrier. The multi-function and portable device includes a traffic cone and a hand-held light wand. The hand-held light wand extends replaceably from the traffic cone without a need for cone adaptors so as to allow the hand-held light wand and the traffic cone to operate separately of each other and act as the illuminator and the barrier, respectively, and to act in combination with each other so as to form the illuminated barrier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2013
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventor: Henry Miano
  • Patent number: 9010958
    Abstract: A penetrating illuminator for vein observation, including a case, a lens and a light hole in the upper case, a circuit board in the case, a power source and an LED lamp. The case includes an upper part and a lower part; the rims of the upper case and lower case are in the shape of a circular arc while the top of the upper case is made into the shape of an arc protruding from the center. The lower case is rear-connected to a handle at an obtuse angle. Configured as a child's hand, it is especially suitable for use on children. Simply place the hand, with palm down, over the illuminator emitting penetrating light. A fixing stand is provided, including a base plate and a rod in the center of the base plate, wherein a groove is provided to accept the handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2015
    Assignee: China Qingdao Medical Manufacturing, Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Dezheng Zhao
  • Patent number: 9010957
    Abstract: A control circuit device includes a lighting unit, a battery, an insulating sheet, a triggering slice, and a control module. The insulating sheet is configured on a first electrode of the battery and forms an opening. A fixed portion of the triggering slice is configured on the insulating sheet, while a contact portion of the triggering slice extends to the opening to make contact with the first electrode through the opening by pressing the triggering slice. A first control unit of the control module is connected to the first electrode and second electrode of the battery, and the light unit to receive electric power from the battery and control when the light unit emits light. A second control unit of the control module is connected to the triggering slice, the second electrode, and the first control unit to receive power when the triggering slice is made in contact with the first electrode to switch on or off the first control unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2015
    Inventor: Shen-Ko Tseng
  • Patent number: 9010959
    Abstract: A system and method for generating artificial light for interior or exterior illumination are provided to illuminate interior and exterior underground, underwater, ground level, and above ground structures and spaces by employing various combinations of solar photovoltaic-generated power and conventional power to directly power LED or other light sources to provide interior or exterior illumination of a desired optimal intensity. One embodiment of this system provides a virtual skylight that illuminates interior structures and spaces with the benefits of illumination provided by a conventional skylight but without the disadvantages. A direct connection between a solar photovoltaic cell and the LED or other light-producing source eliminates complex and costly circuitry in both interior and exterior applications. The system is configured to provide, alternatively, solar PV power and/or conventional power as required to maintain artificial illumination at a desired optimum threshold intensify.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2015
    Assignee: Borealis Technical Limited
    Inventors: Jonathan Sidney Edelson, Rodney T. Cox, Isaiah W. Cox
  • Publication number: 20150103515
    Abstract: A lighting assembly including a shell, wherein the shell includes an inner wall defining an inner lumen, an outer wall encircling the inner wall, a set of radial fins connecting the inner and outer walls, the set of fins cooperatively defining a set of cooling channels between adjacent fins, the inner wall, and the outer wall; an insert removably mounted within the inner lumen, the insert defining a power storage lumen; a power storage unit arranged within the power storage lumen; a circuit board coupled to the power storage unit, the circuit board comprising a processor and communication module; a lighting module electrically connected to the circuit board, wherein the lighting module includes a substrate and a set of light emitting elements mounted to a first broad face of the substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2014
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Inventors: Philip Anthony Bosua, Marc Alexander
  • Publication number: 20150098214
    Abstract: A LED assembly/structure and a method of manufacturing the same. The LED assembly comprises a housing body, one or more LED light emitting component hosting areas, a power unit hosting compartment, one or more light diffusing elements, and a cover. The housing body of the LED assembly serves as a thermal barrier between the power supply and the LED lighting elements, such that thermal stress is able to be reduced.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2014
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Inventors: Jordon Musser, Randall Jones, Corey Barkhurst
  • Publication number: 20150092398
    Abstract: A combination reflector and LED conversion module for a non-LED flashlight includes a cup-shaped reflector including an interior with a reflective surface, an exterior, an open end, and an end opposite the open end; and one or more LEDs carried by the cup-shaped reflector adjacent the end opposite the open end. The combination reflector and LED conversion module replaces an existing non-LED bulb and reflector of a non-LED flashlight to convert the non-LED flashlight to a LED flashlight.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2014
    Publication date: April 2, 2015
    Inventors: Richard S. Popper, Jensen Jorgensen
  • Publication number: 20150085477
    Abstract: A portable light includes an elongated housing having a first end and a second end, and an opening formed in a side of the elongated housing between the first and second ends. The portable light also includes a light source positioned within the opening of the elongated housing, and an actuator positioned within the opening of the elongated housing and electrically coupled to the light source. The actuator is operable to control operation of the light source. The portable light further includes a faceplate removably coupled to the elongated housing over the opening. The faceplate includes a lens that covers the light source and a movable member that covers the actuator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2014
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventors: Gareth Mueckl, Timothy Janda, Wade F. Burch, Kyle Harvey
  • Patent number: 8967848
    Abstract: Provided is a lightweight flexible lighting device with excellent durability and stable performance over repeated use that combines an organic electroluminescent element, an organic photoelectric conversion element, and a secondary cell. The lighting device has a control means for controlling the electrical connections of the organic electroluminescent element, the organic photoelectric conversion element, and the secondary cell. The control means controls the electrical connections such that a reverse bias voltage is applied to the organic electroluminescent element when the organic electroluminescent element receives light, generates power, and charges the secondary cell, and such that a reverse bias voltage is applied to the organic photoelectric conversion element when the organic electroluminescent element is supplied with power from the secondary cell and emits light.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc.
    Inventors: Yasushi Okubo, Takahiko Nojima, Hiroaki Itoh, Ayako Wachi
  • Publication number: 20150055365
    Abstract: The invention provides an optical device for displaying one or more images on a picture tube so as to be viewable from the anterior end of the device. The optical device can be used to display abstract or non-abstract subject matter. The optical device includes a picture tube having one or more images to be displayed by the device and an imaging assembly housed in a cavity formed by lateral sides of the picture tube, the imaging assembly having a reflecting surface that reflects the one or more images on the picture tube so as to be viewable from the anterior end of the device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2013
    Publication date: February 26, 2015
    Inventor: Donald BARNHART
  • Publication number: 20150049469
    Abstract: The invention is a method for decreasing the energy consumption of artificial lighting fixtures by reducing the amount of fixtures required for a particular task. The invention consists of the application of photovoltaic cells to the parts of a lighting fixture not directly producing artificial light. The photovoltaic cells produce an electric current that powers a secondary artificial light source. The photovoltaic cells will convert light that would otherwise have been lost or absorbed by the parts of the lighting fixture. The secondary artificial light source is attached to the lighting fixture to the parts of the lighting fixture not directly producing artificial light. This secondary light source will produce light in addition to the primary light source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2013
    Publication date: February 19, 2015
    Inventors: Leonid Ekgaus, Ilya Skuratovsky, Marina Bregman
  • Publication number: 20150049471
    Abstract: Briefly described, light generating, light emitting, and/or sound producing finials are disclosed for both utility and decorative purposes. These finials may be used for dim lighting of a room such as to replace night lamps or for romantic occasions, and can be changed based on seasonal traditions or holiday customs. In some embodiments the finials have their own batteries and LED lights and in other embodiments the finials' rechargeable batteries may be charged by the light emitting from the lamp on which the finials are mounted. In some embodiments the finials may be screwed to the finial stud of the lamp harp, and in some other embodiments the finials may merely be placed on a substantially horizontal support plate screwed or attached to the top of the lamp harp, which may also act as a charging station.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2013
    Publication date: February 19, 2015
    Inventor: Jershyang Jerry Lee
  • Publication number: 20150036328
    Abstract: A multi-spectrum emitting device is provided including one or more emitters configured to emit in a first spectrum and a second spectrum. Devices include a switching mechanism with at least two switching elements. The switching mechanism may be configured to change an emitted light from a first spectrum to a second spectrum, and to change a blink pattern of emitted light. The first spectrum may be a non-visible light spectrum and the second spectrum may be a visible light spectrum. Devices may also include a unitary housing extending substantially upward and inward from a base of the device, the housing configured to emit light therethrough and to receive a power source for the device therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2014
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Inventors: Johnny E. Swan, Michael Aaskov, Andrew C. Borland, David Rogers
  • Patent number: 8931947
    Abstract: Desk top items with LEDs also include USB-unit(s) or USB-module(s) and, optionally, additional outlet-units, to supply charging power to other electric or digital devices such as a smart phone or digital data device. The USB-unit(s) or USB-module(s) are arranged to supply power only, and do not have an additional USB data transfer function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Inventor: Tseng-Lu Chien
  • Patent number: 8931915
    Abstract: The present invention provides an anti-opening structure of a lighting device. A recess area preset at a lower portion under an external thread section formed at a lighting source main body is disposed with a restraining member. A hole preset at a lower end of an internal thread section, formed inside of a cap, combines with a nut to allow a screw to be screwed out through the nut outwards the cap. The screw is formed with a projecting circular portion. The cap screwing into the end of the lighting device main body is configured with the anti-opening structure. The screw is screwed into the restraining member by inserting an end of a tool into the screw protruding out of an outside of the cap. The screw is unable to screw in when the projecting circular portion abuts against the restraining member to provide the cap with the anti-opening structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Assignee: Day Sun Technology Ltd.
    Inventor: Shih-Hao Wang
  • Patent number: 8931914
    Abstract: A flexible solar light includes a lamp portion, a main body portion, and a goose neck portion. The goose neck portion connects the lamp portion and the main body portion, which is flexible and configured to be bent in a shape and maintains the bent shape. The lamp portion and the main body portion are configured to form a portable flashlight, a light stand, a wall lamp, or a ceiling lamp by engaging or separating each other.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Inventors: Ji Yong Kim, Man Duck Kim, Chung Han Kim
  • Publication number: 20150009656
    Abstract: The present invention provides a LED balloon which comprises a balloon, a filler, a locking device and a LED. Wherein the locking device is on the interior of the balloon, and said filler is on the exterior of the balloon. The locking device comprises two sides which define an internal a cavity within the locking device. The filler is secured within the cavity of the locking device, thereby securing the balloon to the locking device. A LED is connected to the locking device, providing illumination of the balloon from within.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2013
    Publication date: January 8, 2015
    Inventors: Yu Chen, Qingting Zhang, Miu Wong
  • Patent number: 8919988
    Abstract: A flashlight includes a battery compartment configured to alternatively receive a rechargeable battery or a non-rechargeable battery, a battery-type indicator located within the battery compartment, the indicator movable between a forward position and a rear position, wherein the indicator is biased to the rear position, and a switch that is closed by the indicator in the forward position, wherein the closed switch allows a battery inserted in the battery compartment to be recharged. With a rechargeable battery inserted in the battery compartment, the rechargeable battery engages the indicator and moves the indicator to the forward position, thereby closing the switch and allowing the rechargeable battery to be recharged while in the battery compartment. With a non-rechargeable battery inserted in the battery compartment, the indicator is in the rear position and the switch is not closed, thereby preventing the non-rechargeable battery from being recharged while in the battery compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2014
    Assignee: Fiskars Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian Matthew Unger, Mark Allen Neubauer
  • Publication number: 20140376216
    Abstract: A combination scene lighting and traffic control system includes a scene illumination apparatus for illuminating an emergency scene, and a detachable adapter for converting the illumination apparatus into a traffic light. The scene illumination apparatus includes at least two separately actuatable lighting elements within a tripod-mounted housing. A control device allows simultaneous actuation of both lighting elements when maximum illumination is desired or actuation of a single element if less illumination is desired. The adapter holds two different colored filters, each of which overlies a different one of the lighting elements when the adapter is secured to the illumination apparatus, so that one colored light will be visible to approaching motorists when a first of the lighting elements is actuated and a different colored light will be visible when a second of the lighting elements is actuated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 21, 2013
    Publication date: December 25, 2014
    Inventors: John E. McLoughlin, Neocles G. Athanasiades, Kiam Meng Toh
  • Patent number: 8915608
    Abstract: Desk top items with LEDs also include USB-unit(s) or USB-module(s) and, optionally, additional outlet-units, to supply power to other electric or digital devices such as a smart phone or digital data device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Inventor: Tseng-Lu Chien
  • Publication number: 20140369032
    Abstract: Briefly described, light generating and/or emitting finials are disclosed for both utility and decorative purposes. These finials may be used for dim lighting of a room such as to replace night lamps or for romantic occasions, and be changed based on seasonal traditions or holiday customs. In some embodiments the finials have their own batteries and LED lights and in other embodiments the finials' rechargeable batteries may be charged by the light emitting from the lamp on which the finials are mounted. In some embodiments the finials may be screwed to the finial stud of the lamp harp, and in some other embodiments the finials may merely be placed on a substantially horizontal support plate screwed or attached to the top of the lamp harp, which may also act as wireless charging pad.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2013
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventor: Jershyang Jerry Lee
  • Patent number: 8911137
    Abstract: Desk top items with LEDs also include USB-unit(s) or USB-module(s) and, optionally, additional outlet-units, to supply charging power to other electric or digital devices such as a smart phone or digital data device. The USB-unit(s) or USB-module(s) are arranged to supply power only, and do not have an additional USB data transfer function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2014
    Inventor: Tseng-Lu Chien
  • Patent number: 8899777
    Abstract: Methods and devices are described that use one or more thermally responsive current-controlling elements to regulate current flow to an electrical component, particularly a light source such as an LED. Examples of such thermally responsive current-controlling elements include thermistors, inductors, and capacitors. for treating conditions or disorders which can be alleviated by reducing food intake are disclosed which comprise administration of an effective amount of a purine analog, alone or in conjunction with other compounds or compositions that affect satiety. The methods are useful for treating conditions or disorders wherein appetite reduction would be beneficial, including obesity and binge-eating disorder. Pharmaceutical compositions for use in the methods of the invention are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2014
    Assignee: Underwater Kinetics, LLP
    Inventors: Alan K. Uke, Elmer Frederick Fischer, David M. Giuntoli, Richard H. Gunderson
  • Publication number: 20140347846
    Abstract: Disclosed is a light-emitting diode (LED) lighting apparatus having a multifunctional heat sink flange, which includes an LED board on which a transmitted light cap and a plurality of LEDs are mounted, a main heat sink formed of magnesium or an magnesium alloy, an auxiliary heat sink formed of a conductive/polymeric resin material for heat dissipation, a heat sink upper case formed of a conductive/polymeric resin material for heat dissipation, and a power supply. The main heat sink includes multiple streamlined heat sink segments that are integrally formed on an outer surface thereof so as to radially protrude to allow air to flow in all directions, and a heat sink flange formed along an outer circumference of a bottom thereof such that omega-shaped wings having enclosed holes and inverse omega-shaped open holes are alternately formed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Inventors: In-Kyu AHN, Seul-Ki Lee
  • Patent number: 8888312
    Abstract: A power generating lamp capable of effectively use electrical energy of lighting to generate high electromotive force comprising a linear or annular lamp tube that is supplied with power and emits light and one or a plurality of solar panels that have an arc shape in a cross-sectional view or a linear shape a cross-sectional view.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: Nihon Energy Institute Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Yoshiko Ono
  • Publication number: 20140334138
    Abstract: A coupling for a powered search light includes a body that has a power device that provides electrical power or access to electrical power and a head coupled to the body including an lighting device which provides light when electrically powered. An end is coupled to or included as part of the body. A receiving coupling is coupled to or included as part of the head. A plurality of tabs are defined on the end and extending radially therefrom. A corresponding plurality of flanges are defined in the receiving coupling and extending radially inward therefrom. The end is arranged and configured to engage the receiving coupling by capture of the plurality of tabs by the corresponding plurality of flanges. A lock locks the plurality of tabs with respect to the plurality of flanges.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2013
    Publication date: November 13, 2014
    Applicant: Surefire LLC
    Inventors: Gregory Z. Jigamian, David Parrott