Abstract: A waterproof assembly for an ornamental light string includes a cover mounted around the male connector and having an inner threading formed on an inner periphery of the cover. A sleeve is adapted to be integrally formed around the distal end of the body to enclose the at least two pins. The sleeve has two ribs oppositely formed on an inner periphery of the sleeve. An enclosure is adapted to be integrally formed around a distal end of the female connector and has an outer threading formed to correspond to the inner threading of the cover. A gap is adapted to be sandwiched between a body of the female connector and the enclosure to correspond to the sleeve. The sleeve received in the gap and threading connection between the cover and the enclosure enhance waterproof ability of the ornamental light string.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a decorative apparatus with multi-layer of lighting plates, which includes a first plate having a designed shape and being not transparent and a second plate having a reflecting surface. Several bulbs are provided between the two plates. By use of the light of the bulb, the decorative effect is novel and unique while the reflecting light showing the special figure of the first plate.

Abstract: A lamp (10, 30, 80) includes an LED module (16, 36, 86) having at least one LED (12, 32, 82) arranged on a substrate (14, 34, 84). An optical system includes at least one lens (18, 38, 88) in optical communication with the LED module (16, 36, 86). A zoom apparatus (20, 40, 90) selectively adjusts the relative axial separation of the optical system and the LED module (16, 36, 86). In one embodiment (30), the zoom apparatus (40) is slidably adjustable. In a another embodiment (80), the zoom apparatus (90) is rotatably adjustable.

Abstract: An elongated lighted system that is modular, being of discreet length having a plurality of LEDs on an elongated support. The system has LEDs connected to a pair of electrical conductors having a length equal to, or less than the discrete length of the elongated lighting system. The elongated lighting system is molded and embedded into transparent, opaque, semi-transparent, or mixed transparent and opaque plastic module connected to an electrical source.

Abstract: An illumination system with multiple lamps is provided for increasing the Lumens of projected images. In the system, light guiding means having at least two light tunnels and lamps are used for guiding light emitted from the lamps to a beam splitter so that the light beams from the different lamps are converged into one single light beam, thereby increasing the power of light.

Abstract: A lighted ornamental device, kit and associated method of using the kit to illuminate the lighted ornamental device is disclosed. The device comprises a miniature light set attached to a plurality of interconnected adjoined cups. The miniature light set includes: an electrical plug; at least two electrical wires operatively connected to the electrical plug; and a plurality of lighting elements operatively connected to the electrical wires, in which each lighting element has: a base attached to the electrical wires; and a light emitter operatively connected to the two electrical wires. The plurality of interconnected adjoined cups is attached to the miniature light set forming a geometrical figure, such as a sphere.

Abstract: In order to improve the lighting efficiency without incurring the upsizing of the system, a rise in price or the like, a lighting system for surface inspection to be suitably used in pattern inspection or the like of printed boards is provided wherein: a pair of light-emitting members are provided for lighting a given surface region of a subject for inspection obliquely from an upper forward side and an upper rearward side; and a second light-emitting member capable of lighting from just above through a half mirror is added to the pair of light-emitting members to enhance the lighting luminous intensity, each of the pair of light-emitting members including a plurality of LEDs arranged lengthwise and crosswise, and cylindrical lenses disposed correspondingly to respective columns of the LEDs.

Abstract: To provide a light source assembly that does not use a printed circuit board and can be manufactured at a low cost even when produced in small quantities, a light source assembly according to the present invention comprises a plurality of light sources and a connective conductor structure extending in a direction of arrangement of the light sources to join the light sources, wherein the connective conductor structure is formed by cutting off parts of a substantially plate-like patterned conductor as required, the patterned conductor being provided with a prescribed pattern. Thus, by changing the parts to be cut off in the patterned conductor, it is possible to manufacture light source assemblies having various light source connection patterns in a single manufacturing line, allowing efficient and low cost manufacture of the light source assemblies to be achieved even when the light sources are manufactured in small quantities.

Abstract: A light for an industrial stringlight includes a cap having wire channels receiving insulated conductors. Non-interchangeable contact elements are placed in a screw-shell adapted to hold a lamp, and the cap and screw-shell are forced together. The cap is secured to the screw-shell, and insulation-piercing points on the contact elements establish electrical continuity with their associated conductors. The assembly is then overmolded for protection and sealing. A lamp guard is assembled to the overmold and has a bottom section hinged about a horizontal axis to permit replacing the lamp from beneath.

Abstract: A light box having a first frame and a second frame. The first and second frames each have many attaching rods. At least one removable fire retardant cover is connected to edges of the first and second frames. Many expanding rods are slidably connected to the expanding rods. Many light fixture attaching brackets are suitable for attaching to the second frame. The light fixture attaching brackets are adaptable to connect to a light bar having at least one light. The light bar is supported inside the second frame.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a patterned frame of a lighting string, which includes several similar patterned frames with different dimensions. Each of the patterned frames can be independently use for connecting with the bulb of the lighting string as a decoration. Every patterned frame can be assembled as a single patterned frame for providing a various decorative display.

Abstract: An ice dispenser. The ice dispenser may include an ice hopper for holding the ice and a lighting system positioned about the ice hopper for illuminating the ice. The lighting system may include a number of light emitting diodes.

Abstract: An LED backlight system for dual mode operation with an NVIS system which utilizes non-edge lit night mode LED and a thermal conduction path from the day mode array of LEDS to a rearward disposed heat sink which cross the night mode array of LEDS. The system includes first and second LED arrays, the second array being located behind the first array. Light from the second LED array pass through a plurality of apertures located on the circuit card supporting the first array.

Abstract: A portable message sign having a housing and a front surface angled with respect to a rear surface and an array of light emitting devices (such as LEDs) being angled so that the LEDs are parallel to the horizon. The LEDs are mounted at an angle to a printed circuit board (PCB), which is mounted between the front and rear surfaces. In one embodiment, the pins of the LEDs are of different lengths so that when mounted to the PCB the lens of the LED directs light at an angle with respect to the PCB. In another embodiment, a strip of hard material is laid down next to the holes in the PCB that through mount LEDs are inserted, which cause the LED to mount at an angle.

Abstract: A lighting unit of a tent includes lamps, wires provided for connecting the lamps to power, and holding trenches formed along lower sides of upper rod portions of a supporting frame of the tent. Each of the holding trenches is made to have a slot narrower than a middle room thereof, and the lamps have a diameter bigger than width of the slot so as not to fall down when held in the trenches. Thus, the lamps are hidden in the holding trenches to not badly affect appearance of the tent. And, light emitting diodes can be used as the lamps to help make the tent attractive.

Abstract: A portable stack lamp includes a base supported by a supporting device, such as an extensible tripod and a plurality of rolling wheels, two or more lamp units stacked up to form a stack-up lamp body mounted on said base, and a cover which is adapted to cover a top opening of the housing of the lamp unit having a handle affixed thereon. The portable stack lamp is arranged to provide 360 degrees illumination so as to produce luminous beams in all directions while the user is able to selectively increase or decrease its luminous intensity by simply stacking up more or less lamp unit easily anytime. Therefore, the portable stack lamp can illuminate the surrounding that not only minimizes the number of work lamps to be used but also saves both the electrical energy and illumination cost.

Abstract: An illuminating-light controller includes a light modulator for projecting light on a corresponding area by tilting a reflecting surface. A first light source emits a first light that is projected on the corresponding area by illuminating the first light to the reflecting surface of the spatial light modulator being tilted at a first angle. A second light source for emits a second light that is projected on the corresponding area by illuminating the second light to the reflecting surface of the light modulator being tilted at a second angle. Still further, included is a control section for controlling the first light emitted from the first light source and the second light emitted from said second light source.

Abstract: Disclosed is a lighting fixture that provides easy lamp replacement and blocks the view of the back wiring.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a decorative light string with gathering bulb assemblies, each of which includes a holder and a bulb. The holder of the bulb assembly has provided with a side connector to connect with a connecting wire of the main wire easily. So a curtain number of bulb assembly can be gathered around the main wire at a nearby position to show a gathering lighting effect for increasing special decoration conveniently.

Abstract: A solid-state lighting system (10) has a carrier (12 or 12a) having at least two electrically conductive traces (14, 16) thereon; and at least one module (18) carrying at least one solid-state light source (20) mounted with the carrier. The module (18) has electrical conductors (22, 24) in contact with the electrically conductive traces (14, 16) on the carrier. The carrier (12 or 12a) is elongated and the at least one module (18) has a horizontal aperture (26) therethrough with the electrical conductors (22, 24) extending at least into the aperture. The module (18) is slidably mounted upon the carrier (12 or 12a) with the carrier penetrating the horizontal aperture (26) and the electrical conductors (22, 24) in engagement with the electrical traces (14, 16).

Abstract: A solid-state light source (10) that is compatible with the existing sockets normally reserved for filamented lamps (100). The solid-state light source (10) comprises a hollow base (12) formed to mechanically and electrically adapt to an existing socket normally reserved for lamps (100). A sub-assembly (14) is adapted to cooperate with and fit into the hollow base (12). The sub-assembly (14) comprises a circuit board (16) with a plurality of solid-state light sources (18) mechanically and electrically connected to one side (20) of the circuit board. Two electrical contacts (22, 24) are positioned on the other side (26) of the circuit board for connection to an electrical circuit. A light pipe (28) covers the plurality of light sources (18) and extends away therefrom to a terminal end (30).

Abstract: The invention relates to an optoelectronic component, having a semiconductor chip (1) which is mounted on a flexible chip support (6), in which conductor tracks (3, 5) for electrically connecting the semiconductor chip (1) are embodied on a first main face, and on which a housing frame (7) is disposed that is filled with a radiation-permeable medium, in particular a filler compound. A display device, an illumination or backlighting device, and a method for producing components of the invention are also disclosed.

Abstract: Adjacent housings of a light fixture each mount a lamp. A rigid, hollow fitting extends between adjacent housings. The fitting's outside diameter is small enough relative to openings in the housings that receive the connector that adjacent housings can pivot, rotate and move longitudinally and pivot on the connectors. Electric wiring passes through the connectors between the housings.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an LED lamp for a traffic signal. The LED lamp generally includes a threaded electrode portion, a board holder and a plurality of PCBs. The threaded electrode portions functions to mount a lamp body to a head socket of the traffic signal is an insertion manner. The board holder is mounted on the threaded electrode portion. The PCBs are multi-layered on the board holder and provided with a plurality of LEDs on their entire circumferences. The LEDs fixed on the PCB mounted on an upper portion of the lamp body are vertically mounted so as to face the head of the traffic signal, while the other LEDs fixed on another PCBs are slantingly arranged without overlapping one another so as to face a reflector.

Abstract: A tip up light bar assembly includes front and rear light bars pivotally supported above transversely opposed end assemblies joined by connector bars to form a rigid support structure. Each light bar is built on a rigid substrate having a uniform cross section. Longitudinally extending features of the rigid substrate provide locations for mounting light sources, electronic assemblies and lenses which, together with gaskets, define a weather-resistant enclosure surrounding the light sources and electronic assemblies. The light bars pivot at transversely opposed ends to a vertical position in which the light sources are elevated above traffic. Each end assembly includes a base plate, a pivotally mounted pivot plate. A gas spring reduces the dead weight of the light bar while a limit strap controls angular movement of the light bar relative to the base plate to approximately 90°. A motor-drive actuator exerts outward force on the pivot plates to move the light bars between a horizontal and vertical position.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for at least one array of light emitting diodes (LEDs) comprises at least one metal circuit board and mounting bracket. The circuit board has one or more LEDs attached to it and at least one first engaging opening and at least one second engaging opening formed through the circuit board. The first engaging opening is key shaped with a larger portion and a narrowed elongated portion so that engaging surfaces are formed adjacent opposite edges of the narrowed portion. The mounting bracket is formed of a electrically non-conducting material such as plastic with at least one first engaging tab and at least one second engaging tab formed thereon. The first engaging tab is configured to have a narrow portion and a larger portion connected to the outward end of the narrow portion so that there is a gap formed between the edges of the larger portion and the mounting surface.

Abstract: A portable message sign having a housing and a front surface angled with respect to a rear surface and an array of light emitting devices (such as LEDs) being angled so that the LEDs are parallel to the horizon. The LEDs are mounted at an angle to a printed circuit board (PCB), which is mounted between the front and rear surfaces. In one embodiment, the pins of the LEDs are of different lengths so that when mounted to the PCB the lens of the LED directs light at an angle with respect to the PCB. In another embodiment, a strip of hard material is laid down next to the holes in the PCB that through mount LEDs are inserted, which cause the LED to mount at an angle.

Abstract: A lighting unit including at least one elongated substrate having a plurality of light-emitting optoelectronic devices mounted thereon and an elongated housing supporting the elongated substrate. The housing includes integrally-formed reflectors positioned adjacent the optoelectronic devices. The lighting unit also includes a translucent output panel that transmits light from the optoelectronic devices. The light unit has a first wiring harness for connection to a power source, and a second wiring harness connectable to an adjacent lighting unit.

Abstract: A structure of twisted flexible lights mainly includes a flexible light with pearlescent or other color pigments and a connector buried vertically; wherein, a plurality of strands of flexible lights are twisted together to make a colorful flexible light and that is further formed into an arcuate shape, an arch or crisscrossed arcuate shapes to be mounted onto the vertically buried connector thereby to make the style of the flexible light variable and the features thereof colorful, gorgeous and not easy to fade so as to achieve the practical and beautiful effect.

Abstract: A display device (1) includes a multi-layered structure (10) and a plurality of light-emitting devices (31) mounted on a display surface of the multi-layered structure. The multi-layered structure includes successively stacked first, second and third insulating layers (11, 12, 13) with the first layer on the display surface side, a first conductive layer (21) sandwiched between the first and second insulating layers, and a second conductive layer (2) sandwiched between the second and third insulating layers. Each of the first, second and third insulating layers is formed of such a material that a needle or the like can be stuck into it. Also, each of the first and second conductive layers is a layer of fibers, into which a needle or the like can be stuck.

Abstract: A multi-lamp fluorescent light fixture which includes provision for mounting a linear fluorescent lamp on each of its for sides. A single ballast, contained inside the fixture reflector housing, is rated to start and supply four lamps and is wired for connection to up to four sets of bracket-mounted lamp sockets. The light fixture may be mounted in any of three orthogonal illumination directions using one to four installed lamps. A single invention light fixture can replace at least five presently available individual light fixtures, and provides new field installation options for contractors and customers.

Abstract: A lighting assembly for improving the performance of undercabinet and stream-lined lighting includes a LED module onto which is mounted a plurality of light emitting diodes (LEDs). The LEDs serve as the light source for generating a light pattern. An optical assembly focuses and disperses the LED output to a desired light contour. The lighting assembly further includes a mounting base for attaching the LED module to an associated surface, such as the underside of a cabinet. A battery source is optionally enclosed in the module for providing primary or secondary power to the lighting assembly. In a preferred embodiment, the battery source is a rechargeable battery that can be recharged by means of an AC adapter that connects to the lighting assembly.

Abstract: The present invention is a kit or a channel system useful for the removable mounting (installation and removal) of ornamental light strings onto buildings such as houses, offices, stores, and the like. The system according to the present invention has at least one, preferably a series of, display channel pieces, or tracks, that are attached to a surface of a building, such as a house, store, office, or the like. The channel pieces are coupled together with coupling tabs. Slide mounts moveably fit within, and work with, channels within the channel pieces and are used to moveably secure ornamental light strings to the system when in use. Beveled edges located on distal ends of projections on the channel pieces allow for variable positioning of light strings using the channels system of the present invention. A slide mount guide is used to urge the mounted light string from a storage channel piece to the display channel pieces.

Abstract: Cold cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFLs), associated devices and methods of use, and more specifically, exit signs, traffic signals, informational and other signage and lighting devices utilizing CCFL-type devices are provided with novel connectors, mounting brackets, housings, associated electronics and other accessories to provide new and unique lighting devices and methods of using them, all of which offer significant savings in cost, operating expense, power consumption and retrofit convenience.

Abstract: A decorative lighting structure includes a plurality of lighting tubes which are pivotally fastened end to end by a plurality of convex joints and concave joints, thereby enabling the lighting tubes to be spread out or folded so as to take various forms.

Abstract: The invention relates to a display lamp with lamp sections, which are releasably arranged one above the other and wherein each comprises a transparent housing section with an insertion unit. The insertion unit has electrical conductors, which are connected via electrical connecting structure with the conductors of the respective insertion units arranged below or on the base of the display lamp. Furthermore the insertion units provide receiving devices for the display lamps, which are connected with the conductors. The connecting structure comprise pins and sockets extending in the axial direction. One lamp section can be axially plugged into the lamp section or base respectively arranged below it in such a way that the pins and sockets connect the conductors of the insertion unit with the conductors, arranged respectively below, of the insertion unit located below, wherein the lamp sections are connected via snap-in connections with the lamp section or base respectively located below it.

Abstract: A series of different embodiments of illuminated translucent devices, each include lighting at at least one end thereof and a channel or passage therethrough or therealong for installing connecting electrical wiring therein. An opaque sleeve or the like is provided about the passage to conceal the passage and any wiring or other element(s) installed therein. The lighting elements may be any suitable type, but LEDs are preferred. The external cross sectional shape of the device may be round, or any other shape as desired for use as a free standing column or support, or as a wall mounted sconce or the like. Some embodiments include a structural member therein or opaque structural sleeve therearound, with the outer sleeve having a series of light passages formed therethrough. The devices may be used as floor lamp or ceiling fan columns, guard or bannister rails, vehicle guards and racks, etc., as desired.

Abstract: A structure of twisted flexible lights mainly includes a flexible light with pearlescent or other color pigments and a connector buried vertically; wherein, a plurality of strands of flexible lights are twisted together to make a colorful flexible light and that is further formed into an arcuation, an arch or crisscrossed arcuate shapes to be mounted onto the vertically buried connector thereby to make the style of the flexible light variable and the features thereof colorful, gorgeous and not easy to fade so as to achieve the practical and beautiful effect.

Abstract: A paint booth lighting fixture having a sealed enclosure that receives a plurality of light bulbs, each of the bulbs having an individually adjustable reflector movably secured adjacent thereto. The reflectors are movable to direct light in a desired direction. The reflectors are held in a desired position and include an elongated body defining a series of elongated reflective surfaces.

Abstract: There is proposed a spotlight, in particular a reading light in cabins of vehicles and craft, in particular aircraft, which has preferably white light-emitting light-emitting diodes (1) which are radially encased by a body, wherein a lens body (6) is fitted on the end light exit opening of the body, as the lighting source and a frame (9) which carries the lighting source and which is pivotable or rotatable about at least one horizontal and/or vertical axis and is adapted to be fixed in the respective selected position. The frame (9) can be received by a receiving body (13) and is supported therein pivotably or rotatably about at least a horizontal axis (14). The receiving body (13) is held in a fixing ring (21) and is rotatable about a vertical axis. The frame (9) with the receiving body (13) and/or the receiving body (13) with the fixing ring (21) are latchable respectively through a spring and in a resiliently latched manner.

Abstract: A circuit board indicator comprises a plurality of lamps with cut and bent terminals, an outer plastic holder and an inner plastic holder. The outer plastic holder contains an accommodating chamber, which has a plurality of rounded holes on a lateral side thereof. The inner plastic holder has a plurality of positioning recesses and each of the positioning recesses has a guiding slot on topside thereof. The terminals of the lamps are guided by the guiding slot and inserted into corresponding positioning recesses. The inner plastic holder further has a plurality of clamping dents to clamp corresponding lamps. The inner plastic holder has barbs on two lateral sides thereof and corresponding to rectangular grooves on the outer plastic holder. The barbs are engaged into corresponding rectangular grooves when the inner plastic holder is assembled to the outer plastic holder.

Abstract: The illumination body (1) according to the invention consists of a U-shaped rod profile (16) which on the open side is provided with a transparent covering (20) and in which in a tight packing behind one another there are inserted several modules (3). The modules (3) consist of a plastic housing (4) with a base plate (5) on which carrier webs (6) are formed. The carrier webs (6) define rest surfaces which are inclined to one another and on which the circuitboard strips (7) lie. On the circuitboard strips (7) there are arranged a multitude of LEDs in series behind one another. The LEDs (2) have an angle of irradiation (&bgr;). Preferably the angle of irradiation (&bgr;) and the inclination (&agr;) of two neighboring circuitboard strips to one another correspond to one another.

Abstract: There is disclosed a linear fixture layout where one or more linear fixtures extending along different longitudinal axes are offset from each other by a predetermined angle. The fixtures each have end portions, which are positioned adjacent to and spaced from each other. The fixtures each have end caps mounted to the end portions of the linear fixtures and connected to each other by an interconnecting member so as to present a continuous fixture layout. The end caps have a slot in a side portion thereof and the interconnecting member has two legs spread apart from each other at the predetermined angle. Each of the legs is adapted to be mounted in sliding relation into a corresponding end cap slot to fixedly locate the end caps together and present continuous fixture layout appearance.

Abstract: A tubular decoration light string comprising inner insulator and outer insulator, said decoration light string equipped and fixed an inner insulator, said inner insulator and decoration light string to be sealed within an outer insulator, and to form a longitudinal direction hollow in said outer insulator, increasing an effect of reflection and refraction of light.

Abstract: An apparatus for lighting a building structure. The apparatus includes a pre-fabricated lighting module that mounts to the building structure. The module includes a lighting fixture having at least one lamp. The module includes a one-piece layer having at least one hole aligned with the lamp. The lighting fixture is fixed to the one-piece layer and extends outward from the one-piece layer. A method of lighting a room from the room's ceiling or wall.

Abstract: Adjacent housings of a light fixture each mount a lamp. A rigid, hollow fitting extends between adjacent housings. The fitting's outside diameter is small enough relative to openings in the housings that receive the connector that adjacent housings can pivot, rotate and move longitudinally and pivot on the connectors. Electric wiring passes through the connectors between the housings.

Abstract: A channel letter lighting unit according to the present invention comprises a printed circuit board (PCB) having a plurality of linearly mounted light emitting elements. Input wires transmit a power signal to the PCB to illuminate the plurality of light emitting elements, and output wires transmit the power signal from the PCB. The PCB is mounted in the extrusion and the light emitting elements transmit light away from the extrusion. The extrusion promotes the dissipation of heat from the light emitting elements. A mounting mechanism is included for mounting the extrusion within a housing. A further embodiment according to the invention comprises a plurality of channel lighting units electrically connected to one another so that a power signal applied to the lighting system is transmitted to each of the plurality of lighting units. A still further embodiment according to the invention comprises an illuminated channel letter system having a housing in the shape of a letter.

Abstract: A net light set includes a first common wire means extending in a first (horizontal) direction, the first common wire means including lengths of a bypass wire and a return wire. A plurality of series-connected light strings extend physically parallel to each other and in a second (vertical) direction transverse to the first direction. Each light string includes a plurality of lamp sockets and a plurality of intermediate lengths of a single active wire connecting the lamp sockets in series. In each of the light strings intermediate the first and last light strings, the single active wire is twisted together intermediate the lamp sockets only with a first non-wire extending in the second direction for enhanced tensile strength. At least one second non-wire extends in the first direction and physically connects intermediate lengths of each light string with corresponding intermediate lengths of other light strings.

Abstract: A lamp bulb having a core column and a plurality of internally stretching miniature lamp beads therein, wherein the lamp bulb has on one end thereof a metallic cap. The core column is connected with an elastic frame by means of guide posts; the elastic frame can be elastically stretched as per its own nature and can be in any of various types. The miniature lamp beads are arranged on the elastic frame. The elastic frame can be bent to make its width reduced to be able to place into the lamp bulb via the opening thereof, the elastic frame and the miniature lamp beads can be stretched into a predetermined shape in the lamp bulb. Thereby, limitation of opening of a glass lamp bulb as before can be gotten rid off, the space in the lamp bulb can be used as far as it can be to construct a more attractive decoration effect with many light spots.

Abstract: A light tilting apparatus usable with an extendable light. In one embodiment, a mobile lighting system includes a tiltable light assembly mounted to an extendable tower on a trailer. The tiltable light assembly includes one or more lights fixedly mounted to a tilting member pivotably mounted to the extendable tower. A linkage operably connected to the tilting member at one end has a catch on a distal end. A linkage regulator attached to the extendable tower has a guide portion for the linkage to pass through as the extendable tower is extended and retracted. The linkage regulator is configured to engage the catch on the distal end of the linkage when the extendable tower reaches a preselected extension position restricting further motion of the linkage in the direction of tower extension. The linkage causes the tilting member to pivot and rotate the lights downward with continued extension of the extendable tower past the preselected extension position.