Christmas Tree Patents (Class 362/249.19)
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Patent number: 11493178Abstract: Some embodiments of the present disclosure provide a tree lighting system. The tree lighting system includes a source of direct current electrical power, a power connector plug connected to the source of direct current electrical power, a strand of parallel-connected lamp elements, the strand connected to a lighting connector plug, and a body. The body includes a power connector jack configured to mate with the power connector plug to receive the electrical power, a lighting connector jack configured for providing the electrical power received at the power connector jack to the lighting connector and an electricity conductor connecting the power connector jack to the lighting connector jack.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2021Date of Patent: November 8, 2022Inventor: Nancy vonHapke
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Patent number: 10900650Abstract: A fixing frame, a light-emitting decorative assembly, and a decorative light is disclosed, wherein a fixing frame contains a mounting portion and a support portion disposed on the mounting portion; one or both of the mounting portion and the support portion is/are arranged with a wire having light-emitting components; the light-emitting decorative assembly has a decorative piece and a fixing frame, and the decorative piece is removably mounted on the fixing frame; the decorative light has a support and a plurality of light-emitting decorative assemblies fixed on the support; fixing frames are fixed on the supporting frame. The fixing frame is used to mount the decorative piece, while the wire is arranged on the fixing frame, yet the wire and the decorative piece has no direct contact that results in tangling. As such, the decorative piece can be easily mount and dismount, and can be easily replaced.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2019Date of Patent: January 26, 2021Inventor: Peijun Wang
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Patent number: 10709278Abstract: The disclosed technology includes an illumination system for a tree trunk of an artificial tree. The system may include a cylindrical shaped body, such that the outer surface of the body has a cylindrical shape. The inner surface of the body may include one or more diameters. One or more lighting modules may be positioned along the tree trunk to impart an internal lighting and/or glowing effect radiating therefrom.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2019Date of Patent: July 14, 2020Assignee: POLYGROUP MACAU LIMITED (BVI)Inventors: Victor Hugo Ocegueda Gallaga, Yifeng Zhang, Elmer Chi Hang Cheng
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Patent number: 9055835Abstract: A decorative tree comprises a base, a pole inserted in the base, and plural hoops that are pivotably connected in series prior to complete assembly of the tree. The lowest hoop is attached to the outer rim of the base, an uppermost hoop is provided to connect toward the top of the pole, and one or more intermediate hoops are interposed between the lowest and uppermost hoops. Each hoop has a pivotable connection to an adjacent hoop. The connection of a particular hoop to a lower adjacent hoop is formed on one side of the hoop and a connection of that particular hoop to an upper adjacent hoop is formed on a substantially opposite side of the hoop. Upon complete assembly of the tree, the uppermost hoop is extended toward the top of the tree and the hoops are expanded upward so as to form a decorative pattern of hoops with alternating angular orientations. The hoops may be of one or more shapes and sizes and may be wrapped with light strips to illuminate the tree.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2014Date of Patent: June 16, 2015Assignee: SIENNA, LLCInventor: Najeh Rahman
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Patent number: 8936379Abstract: A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2011Date of Patent: January 20, 2015Assignee: Willis Electric Co., Ltd.Inventor: Johnny Chen
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Publication number: 20150016111Abstract: A decorative system that provides malleable decorative rods that bend, illuminate, and extend from an electrical base to form a decorative object, such as a Christmas tree. The malleable properties of the rods provide sufficient flexibility to bend and manipulate until a desired shape and dimension is achieved. The rod comprises at least one protrusion to help enhance a desired decorative effect such as pine needles that provide the look and feel of garlands. The rod also includes at least one illumination for illuminating the system. A base portion, from which the at least one rod extends, provides power to the rod. The base portion includes a threaded metal base that joins with a matching electrical socket, similar to an Edison base screw. At least one aperture and a cover provide a foundation into which the rods may be secured.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2013Publication date: January 15, 2015Inventor: Liddo S. OBriant-Teague
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Patent number: 8905581Abstract: The present invention provides a coupling structure of a flexible core and a flexible base of a Christmas light string, which is applicable to a Christmas light string, in which a Christmas light is formed of a combination of a flexible core, a flexible base, an LED, and electrical wires and multiple Christmas lights are combined to form a Christmas light string. The features of the present invention are that a flexible core has a bottom on which two bearing seats are formed to support two terminal pins of an LED and having bottom edges in which folding notches are formed in such an arrangement that one is relatively high while the other is relatively low, whereby the two terminal pins of the LED, after being folded about the bearing seats, both provide an extended exposed portion for engagement with the conductive pad of the corresponding electrical wire.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2013Date of Patent: December 9, 2014Inventor: Kuo-Wei Pan
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Patent number: 8801227Abstract: A tree top ornament with one or an array of lights, with an attachment mechanism for releasable attachment to the top branch or trunk of artificial and natural trees. The lights are connected to a sleeve designed to fit over the top vertical branch of the tree, but which is supported by a rigid conduit that clamps to the tree branch some distance below the top, so that the top of the branch does not itself bear any of the tree top ornament's weight. The user may selectively attach a variety of clear and semi clear acrylic or glass ornamental tree toppers for illumination by the lights.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2008Date of Patent: August 12, 2014Inventors: Jason A. Loomis, Alexander Beale Loomis, Ryan Seyffert
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Patent number: 8789972Abstract: A lighted moving ball display system configured to provide a visual display, such as in a Christmas tree. The system includes a plurality of light emitting balls. The light emitting balls each include a light emitting device, a ball power module, and a housing configured to secure the light emitting device and the ball power module, therein. The system includes a passive transport medium configured to receive the balls and permit the balls to traverse the medium under gravitational force. The system includes a lifting mechanism functionally coupled to the medium and configured to lift the plurality of light emitting balls to a top portion of the medium. The system includes a power module configured to provide power to the modules and components of the system. The system includes a motivating apparatus configured to actively urge the plurality of light emitting balls to traverse the medium.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2011Date of Patent: July 29, 2014Inventors: Lloyd R. Plumb, Lola Melody Howard Plumb
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Patent number: 8678615Abstract: The present invention is a string light type Christmas tree kit for raising upon and being supported from a flagpole with rope and pulley for raising and lowering a flag. The kit includes a crown connector for connection of ends of multiple string lights and raising to at topmost position by the rope and pulley. A circular hoop structure is connected to lower ends of the string lights and is raised off the ground when the crown connector is raised to the topmost position, forming a conical, lighted structure providing the visual illusion of a lighted Christmas tree supported from a flagpole.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2011Date of Patent: March 25, 2014Inventor: Gordon Ko
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Publication number: 20130301248Abstract: The present invention is a Christmas tree ornament that includes a base ornament that is generally star-shaped, a plurality of metal rods that are disposed along a perimeter of the base ornament and an attachment string that is disposed on top of the base ornament that is tied to a stationary object or an area. The Christmas tree ornament also includes a plurality of mini lights that are disposed throughout the outer surface of the base ornament that serve as a decorative feature and a plurality of tinsel that is disposed throughout the outer surface of the base ornament that serves as an additional decorative feature.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2012Publication date: November 14, 2013Inventors: Pamela Gibbs, John Gibbs
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Patent number: 8543249Abstract: In embodiments of the present invention, a method and system is provided for designing improved intelligent, LED-based lighting systems. The LED based lighting systems may include fixtures with one or more of rotatable LED light bars, integrated sensors, onboard intelligence to receive signals from the LED light bars and control the LED light bars, and a mesh network connectivity to other fixtures.Type: GrantFiled: July 6, 2010Date of Patent: September 24, 2013Assignee: Digital Lumens IncorporatedInventors: Brian J. Chemel, Colin Piepgras, Steve T. Kondo, Scott D. Johnston
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Patent number: 8480256Abstract: A wall-mounted Christmas tree device serving as a festive holiday decoration that takes up minimal space. This pine tree-shaped invention may be temporarily removably mounted to at least one wall and/or door or other suitable vertical surface thereby making it easy for occupants of virtually any size residence to display a beautiful, realistic festive decoration. The wall-mounted Christmas tree device disclosed herein preferably comprises the following components: at least two flat tree half outlines; a spine having a plurality of sockets; a base having electrical powering means; and a plurality of insertable branches. The Styrofoam or fiberglass flat tree half outlines may include double-sided tape or a plurality of suction cups to removably attach the wall-mounted Christmas tree device on a vertical surface. A kit for the present invention and method of use is also described herein.Type: GrantFiled: October 4, 2010Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Inventor: Kathleen Hollinger
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Publication number: 20130033200Abstract: A sport Christmas kit includes an artificial Christmas tree having a trunk segment with bristled branches depending generally downwardly and radiating in different directions about the circumference of the trunk segment. A tree stand retains the trunk segment of the artificial Christmas tree in an upright position on a support surface. A sport helmet is put on the top of the tree. A plurality of lights representing a specific color and specific sport team is adorned about the bristle branches of the artificial Christmas tree. A plurality of ornaments, J-shape candies representing the specific sport are hung on the bristle branches of the artificial Christmas tree, whereby a sport fan can indicate and display their favorite sport team therefrom. The lights are flashed in 1-3 seconds programmable delay.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 4, 2011Publication date: February 7, 2013Inventor: RONALD BACHORSKI
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Patent number: 8348466Abstract: A lighted moving ball display system configured to provide a visual display, including a plurality of lighted balls; wherein the lighted balls include a light emitting device; a ball power module and a housing. The system includes a medium having a plurality of clear plastic tubes, spirals, tracks, or spouts; wherein the lighted balls moves therethrough. The system also includes a lifting mechanism configured to lift the lighted balls to a top portion of the medium; and a loading mechanism in communication with the collection chamber and configured to load the lighted balls into the lifting mechanism. The system includes a power module configured to provide power to the modules and components of the system. The system further includes a circulation mechanism configured to circulate the lighted balls through the medium; wherein the circulation mechanism includes a pressurized air system configured to project air through the medium during operation.Type: GrantFiled: July 6, 2010Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Inventors: Lloyd Plumb, Lola Plumb
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Patent number: 8272754Abstract: An outdoor Christmas tree assembly includes a cone-shaped frame (10) formed of frustum-shaped frame segments (12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24) detachably stacked one on top of the other. Each frame segment includes annular frames (30) and slanted lateral frames (40). One or more frame segments are formed of end-to-end detachably connected arc-shaped frame sections. Tree branches (50) are detachably mounted on the annular frames. Each tree branch may include at least one set of lights, an electric socket, and an electric plug. A harness cord system (78) runs from top to bottom along a lateral side of the frame, and has socket outlets for electrically coupling to the electric plugs of the tree branches. Harness cords are secured to the frame by clamps (71). The frame may be supported on a base structure (200) having therein a working platform (250). The outdoor Christmas tree assembly is also applicable for indoor use.Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2010Date of Patent: September 25, 2012Assignee: Bell Festive International Decor LimitedInventor: Siu Hung Felix Guinness Siu
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Patent number: 8240883Abstract: A lighting system includes a plurality of circular or disk-shaped lighting rings suitable for installation on a Christmas tree. The lighting rings include lights affixed to a webbing or net, and slits and trunk apertures to facilitate their placement around the Christmas tree trunk. For connection to an electrical power source, the lighting rings include electrical connectors including female electrical and male electrical connectors.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2008Date of Patent: August 14, 2012Inventor: Frank A. Barbieri
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Patent number: 8100546Abstract: A sculpted decorative object, such as a Christmas tree, is shown which has a motor driven vertical drive shaft and three rotating sections. Rotation of the vertical drive shaft and an associated drive gear causes relative rotation of a driven gear and, in turn, a respective rotating section of the object about the axis of the drive shaft. A fiber optic bundle is mounted within each rotating section of the object. Each bundle contains several fiber optic strands which terminate at a LED light source at one end and at a light emitting element at an opposite end. Each LED light source is supplied from a common electrical source by means of a series of wiper contacts and rotatable contact rings carried by respective stationary and rotating portions of the sculpted object.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2010Date of Patent: January 24, 2012Inventors: Frank Lutz, Jon Turan
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Patent number: 7914168Abstract: A pop-up Christmas tree that is formed by translucent spandex printed fabric member, printed with a graphic of a real Christmas tree, wrapped into a cone shape. An electrically motorized power antenna assembly is located within the hollow trunk of the tree display. A plurality of supporting frames and cords are mounted inside the fabric cone shape. The antenna tip is attached to the internal apex of the fabric cone shape. The base of the cone shape is attached to the perimeter of a molded plastic tree base housing. When the user activates the power antenna via a remote control switch, the tree shape rises from its base housing to instantly form a realistic Christmas tree shape. The walls of the fabric cone shape include apertures that hold standard Christmas lights and hooks for ornaments.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2008Date of Patent: March 29, 2011Assignee: BoPal LLCInventor: Barbara L. Oliva
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Publication number: 20110007510Abstract: A lighted moving ball display system configured to provide a visual display, including a plurality of lighted balls; wherein the lighted balls include a light emitting device; a ball power module and a housing. The system includes a medium having a plurality of clear plastic tubes, spirals, tracks, or spouts; wherein the lighted balls moves therethrough. The system also includes a lifting mechanism configured to lift the lighted balls to a top portion of the medium; and a loading mechanism in communication with the collection chamber and configured to load the lighted balls into the lifting mechanism. The system includes a power module configured to provide power to the modules and components of the system. The system further includes a circulation mechanism configured to circulate the lighted balls through the medium; wherein the circulation mechanism includes a pressurized air system configured to project air through the medium during operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 6, 2010Publication date: January 13, 2011Inventors: Lloyd Plumb, Lola Plumb
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Publication number: 20100284189Abstract: An outdoor Christmas tree assembly includes a cone-shaped frame (10) formed of frustum-shaped frame segments (12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24) detachably stacked one on top of the other. Each frame segment includes annular frames (30) and slanted lateral frames (40). One or more frame segments are formed of end-to-end detachably connected arc-shaped frame sections. Tree branches (50) are detachably mounted on the annular frames. Each tree branch may include at least one set of lights, an electric socket, and an electric plug. A harness cord system (78) runs from top to bottom along a lateral side of the frame, and has socket outlets for electrically coupling to the electric plugs of the tree branches. Harness cords are secured to the frame by clamps (71). The frame may be supported on a base structure (200) having therein a working platform (250). The outdoor Christmas tree assembly is also applicable for indoor use.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2010Publication date: November 11, 2010Inventor: Siu Hung Felix Guinness SIU
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Patent number: 7784961Abstract: A decorative Christmas tree lighting system with individual light strands for each tree bough or branch is herein disclosed, comprising a central bus wire located near the trunk of the tree and a series of five (5) to ten (10) single-ended lighting strands originating in an outward or radial pattern therefrom the central bus wire. Each of these lighting “branch” strands has approximately ten (10) to twenty (20) individual light bulbs, depending on the overall size, and is routed along or around an individual branch or bough of the tree. Each individual light strand is held in place with at least two (2) clip means, one (1) near the outer end of the branch, and one (1) near the tree trunk, which help hold the lights in place. The central bus wire comprises a plurality of electrical plugs on each end to allow for end-to-end connection of multiple light systems. In such a manner, any size tree can be illuminated by simply adding additional light systems.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2008Date of Patent: August 31, 2010Inventor: April Rawlings