Abstract: A decorative display device comprising an electrically energized lamp, a pair of concentric lampshades surrounding the light bulb. The pair of concentric lampshades are configured so as to create a continuous airspace between the inner and outer lampshades. The outer lampshade has one or more apertures at predetermined locations, the apertures being shaped for a desired design. The outer lampshade has pictorial representation representing a predetermined theme. Inner lampshade pictorial representations are located so as to be viewable through the apertures in the outer lampshade. The inner or outer lampshades are configured with support arms to rotate relative to each other. Caricatures can be supported on arms and located in between the inner and outer lampshades for rotation therebetween to enhance the desired theme. The caricatures can also be made to oscillate up and down.

Abstract: Releasable structure for luminaire is composed of a fixture frame having a conjoining collar at its top portion; and a foldable and releasable shade covering over the fixture frame and fixing its one end on the conjoining collar thereby forming a luminaire contour. The upper part of the shade above the foldable crease is formed into a supporting slant side surface of frustum of a cone, this slant surface can be flexed downward along the foldable crease so as to form the shade into an opened conical contour.

Abstract: A folding lampshade includes a lower wire frame, an upper wire frame, and a number of shade assemblies each having a number of flexible tabs adapted to be bent securely around the wire frames to connect the shade assemblies to the wire frames. Thus, the space taken by the folding lampshade may be reduced when necessary such as in storage or during transportation.

Abstract: A selectively collapsible lamp shade in which the shade is extended between upper and lower rings, the rings being held apart by a series of struts which are transverse to and engage the rings in a series of equidistant supports about the perimeter of the shade. The struts are pre formed to define the shape of the shade and inhibit improper installation of the struts.

Abstract: There is provided a headlamp for a vehicle, comprising a light source; a first reflector formed of a parabolic reflector and having a focal point at which the light source is positioned; a light guide passage to the backside of the first reflector; a second reflector formed of a parabolic reflector and provided outside thereof corresponding to the light guide passage of the first reflector; a third reflector provided in the vicinity of an optical axis of the first It reflector for converging and transmitting a light from the light source to the vicinity of the light guide passage; and a lens provided in front of the first and second reflectors. The headlamp for a vehicle has an improved luminous flux efficiency to the light source and also has a height of about 30 mm in vertical direction, which is an original design which has not conventionally been implemented.

Abstract: A novel lampshade, a kit for assembling lampshades, and a novel method of manufacturing lampshades are disclosed. The lampshade is composed of a plurality of semi-rigid or rigid elongate slotted bars, cords linking all the bars and resilient panels snugly fitting between the bars. The bars are arranged in a truncated conical, cylindrical, or possibly in pyramidal configuration, or can have rectangular horizontal cross-section. The bars are secured in specific positions on each cord by using adhesives or mechanical means such as crimped tubes. Resilient panels, typically of trapezoidal or rectangular shape, are inserted into the slots in the bars and fit tightly between the bars. The panels may be made of synthetic paper such as YUPO™ or of thin plastic sheets.

Abstract: The invention has a top ring, a bottom ring, of which the perimeter is greater than that of the top ring, and a support frame connecting the top ring and the bottom ring. Near the support portion of a support frame, there are support bars extending radiantly from the top ring and the end of the bars are bent upward to fasten the clip hooks on the ring rim. After the assembly of the support frame, the upper transversal arch bars exactly hit the bottom rim of the clip hook on the top ring to firmly fix the support frame. Also, near the support portion on a support frame, there are fixture bases located accordingly on the bottom ring for the insert and positioning of bottom bars on the support frame. The lamp cover can thus be assembled with minimum volume to achieve the objectives of easy assembly and to reduce storage volume and delivery cost.

Abstract: A sideless collapsible frame lampshade wherein two upper and lower circular frames are utilized as the top and bottom structural elements on which a pliant material is installed and held taut by means of a middle frame that allows for convenient assembly and disassembly, while reinforcing the separation of the upper and lower circular frames to thereby form a collapsible lampshade structure that does not require lateral frame members.

Abstract: A shade for a lamp consists of a shade part and a frame. The shade part has radial flips with a central hole. Each flip comprises an arc folding lines and two radial partition folding lines around the central hole, two face folding lines at two lateral edges thereof, and an end folding lines at the outer end thereof. The outer end is provided with an engaging hole. The frame comprises an outer skeleton with skeleton sections, a central ring and radial liking ribs. Each of the skeleton sections at the middle portion thereof has an inward engaging tab with a through hole to engage with the engaging hole on the flip. A shade is formed by way of all the folding lines on the shade part being folded and the folded shade part being fitted with the frame.

Abstract: A one-piece, collapsible lampshade is disclosed. The invention comprises an upper and lower ring, between which a shade is attached. Supports are permanently attached to one ring, with each support having a hinge part-way along its length. Receptacles are mounted on the opposite ring to receive the unattached end of the supports. The shade may be shipped and stored in the collapsed state by removing the unattached end of the supports from the receptacles and folding the supports flat. Because the shade is shipped and stored in one piece, it is easily and quickly assembled by the purchaser, without the risk of losing parts or of damage during shipment due to the movement of loose parts against one another.

Abstract: A glass dome holder having an upper and a lower ring assembly for placing on the top and bottom of a glass dome. A plurality of spoke members connect the upper and lower ring assembly surrounding the glass dome and forming a unified structure. The upper ring assembly includes a J-bracket assembly including a J-bracket. A pair of connecting brackets are provided for connecting to a customer supplied U-bracket attached to a high bay unit. A socket and bracket assembly can be adjustably fixed to the connecting brackets. The hook portion of the J-bracket can be releasably fixed to the connecting bracket.

Abstract: An institutional lamp includes several features to enhance lamp longevity and safety in an institutional setting. A diffuser/guard assembly fully surrounds the lamp bulbs to prevent casual disassembly or inadvertent contact with the bulbs. An auxiliary socket is provided that can be conveniently used to power other devices. A night light bulb is included and is also located within the diffuser/guard assembly. When so located, the lamp continues to provide a natural appearing illumination when the night light feature is used. An easy to use rocker switch is provided to enhance user operating convenience, and a durable, plastic lampshade avoids the types of damages frequently suffered by cloth shades. Preferably, the lamp is constructed of heavy, durable materials to improve durability. However, the lamp is styled and decorated to have the type of inviting appearance commonly associated with lamps intended for use in the home.

Abstract: A hollow carrier having a handle in the shape of a jack-o-lantern or the like is provided with a light and diffuser assembly. When the light is activated, a portion of the light is reflected onto a path external to the carrier while another portion is reflected back into the carrier illuminating the carriers interior allowing the person holding the carrier to be visible from all directions.

Abstract: A method for making a lampshade (1, 30) of the type which comprises at least one support ring (3, 4) and a side wall (5) secured to the support ring (3, 4) by a ligature (7), wherein the support ring (3, 4) comprises a plurality of ligature receiving means (16, 40, 44) at spaced apart locations along the support ring (3, 4), and a plurality of spaced apart apertures (15) are formed in the side wall (5) adjacent the support ring method comprising the steps of inserting respective portions of the ligature (7) sequentially into the wall apertures (15), and securing the respective portions of the ligature (7) to the ligature receiving means (16, 40, 44) on the support ring (3, 4).

Abstract: A specially constructed lampshade contains a simple projection system mounted in operative association with the light bulb of a lamp on which the shade is mounted.

Abstract: A decorative system for lamp shades and related articles relies upon a plurality of clips having spring tension between their parts. The clips are easily added or removed from a lamp shade or similar article without destroying or otherwise compromising the fabric of the lamp shade. Virtually every style, size and shape of lamp shade can be decorated by the present system.

Abstract: A device is provided to diffuse a beam of light, the device consisting of a plurality of truncated cells nested together along their respective sidewalls for collecting and diffusing the light rays as they extend along the plurality of cells having an expansive, tapered interior volume. The device diffuses the main light beam in a headlamp, for example, thereby substantially reducing the glare experienced by oncoming drivers and permitting high beams of the headlamp to be used in the presence of the oncoming drivers. The device of the present invention is retrofitable to existing headlamps. In another embodiment of the present invention, a concave lens is disposed in the headlamp assembly to diffuse the main light beam prior to it entering the truncated cells, while each one of the cells of the dispersion device is also provided with its own respective concave lens to augment the diffusing effect.

Abstract: A modular panel and method for constructing light fixtures. The modular panel includes an elongated main panel with a curved cross section. The panel is preferably manufactured using an extrusion process. The side edges of the panel feature a pair of spaced-apart lips defining an elongated slot or receiving area for mateably accommodating a cooperating side edge of an adjacent part or panel for a tongue-in-groove connection. The panel has evenly spaced fins along the surface to provide structural integrity as well as to scatter light passing through the panel. Multiple panels being assembled with adjacent intermediate adjoining panels forming a housing having a closed cross section.

Abstract: A lamp device includes a socket secured in a housing for securing a light bulb. A lamp shade includes an upper portion secured in the housing. A spring member includes a spring leg for biasing against the upper portion of the lamp shade and for securing the lamp shade to the housing. The lamp shade is preferably made of paper material for allowing the lamp shade to have a light weight and for allowing the lamp shade to be easily secured to the housing by the spring member.

Abstract: A reflective shade for an electric table lamp includes a conventional frustrum shape but with removeable translucent plastic disks spanning the top opening for reflecting the light back down toward the table top and for transmitting colored light for creating an ambiance in the environment. The disks attached to the shade are supported on a cylindrical chimney and the lower disk may fit within the chimney to center the shade on the lamp.

Abstract: A lampshade includes a self-supporting backing member constituted of an extruded oriented polystyrene and an additive including a light-reflecting powdered filler, especially titanium dioxide, co-extruded with the oriented polystyrene and weighing in the range of 1%-10% of the total weight of the polystyrene. A fire-retarding filler, for example, antimony oxide, is also coextruded.

Abstract: Adaptors and devices for displaying decorative finials. The adaptors and devices of the invention include devices for engaging various table lamps and other utilitarian objects, including table lamps having clip-on lamp shades and European standard table lamps, to extend the visual benefits of decorative finials beyond the application of a single finial atop an American standard table lamp.

Abstract: A finial adapter is selectively fixable to the wire of a clip-on lamp shade to allow use of a finial on clip-on lamp shades. Centrally of the plate, feet automatically center the adapter into the appropriate position to attach to the wire. The adapter has a plate having an upwardly extending stud to receive the finial, and downwardly extending tabs to engage the wires on the shade. Wire spreaders separate the wires of the shade and urge the wires into locking contact with the tabs. Centrally of the plate, feet extending down to surround the washer of the clip for the shade to center the finial adapter on the shade.

Abstract: A spinning ornamental incandescent bulb cover has a shade portion and a spinning turbine vane portion formed from a single flat sheet of flexible material. Convective air currents, generated by the heat of the bulb, are passed over the turbine vanes to rotate the entire shade. No internal or external support frame structure is required for the shade or the turbine vanes. The turbine vanes meet at a common central point at which there is located a downwardly directed needle which rides in a bearing to allow rotation. The bearing is provided by a small cup held by a spring which engages the bulb. The needle point support also provides for automatic vertical alignment of the shade regardless of the orientation of the needle. The overall shape of the shade is frustoconical so as to converge the convective air currents and increase their velocity relative to the turbine vanes. The turbine vanes have a varying angle of attack in the radial direction for increased efficiency.

Abstract: A do-it-yourself lamp shade kit is disclosed. The kit includes a lamp shade base and pattern sized to approximate a size and shape of a fabric to cover the base. In addition to acting as a pattern for cutting out a fabric, the stiff paper of the pattern provides protection to the styrene base during shipping. Namely, the paper is selected to have a thickness which can withstand, at least partially, impact during handling and shipping.

Abstract: Method for the sealing of the openings in the end surfaces of a sheet-shaped synthetic material that consists of two or more outer plates which are mainly flat and which are mounted on partitions. The partitions are spaced roughly even distance from one another and run along the total length of the material. Over every end opening a dust-proof, water-vapor permeable and ventilating non-woven first foil, e.g., of polyester fabric, is put, and on top of or under that one or more strips of a second foil, e.g. of aluminum, are put, of which the edges are beaten around and secured to the outer plates. This is done in such a way that every end opening discharges, at least partially, through a part of the first foil which is not covered by the second foil. The invention also comprises the foil material to be used, preferably consisting of two strips of foils as described, fixed against each other, before being put over the openings. An intended use is as a transparent covering for light streets.

Abstract: This invention relates to a lamp shade and in particular to one which includes a plurality of leaves each having a smooth flange around its circumference and a plurality of aligned protuberances along a center line of an inner side thereof, a rod fixedly mounted on a center line of the inner side of each leave, a retainer having a recess at one side and two grooves at the other, and a fixing support having a plurality of teeth each engaged with the groove of the retainer, whereby the lamp shade is easily assembled when in use and easily dismantled for stowage and transportation.

Abstract: A lamp shade is provided in the form of a translucent material in a generally tubular shape disposed about the vertical axis of a light source. The shade has an optical transmittance in the horizontal plane passing through the centroid of the light source, and a greater optical transmittance through the portion of the shade extending below the horizontal plane. A preferred embodiment controls the optical transmittance providing variable reflectance on the inner surface of the shade, and includes a generally reflective upper end closure having a means for supporting the shade, and a generally reflective convex cone below the light source.

Abstract: A device for supporting a decorative finial on a table lamp having a lampshade of the metal hoop-type. The lampshade is generally releasably secured to the lamp by a pair of opposed spring clips which slip over and grip the light bulb held in the socket of the lamp. The spring clips are connected by a pair of parallel wires to the circular hoop supporting the fabric of the lampshade. The device for the finial clips over the parallel wires of the spring clips and supports a finial on a less expensive hoop-type lampshade. This is in contrast to the more expensive harp and finial support provided on lampshades of higher quality lamps. The finial support comprises a plate member which is releasably secured to the parallel wires connecting between the spring clips and the circular top hoop of the lampshade. A pair of tabs releasably secure the device to the wire spokes of the lampshade.

Abstract: A covering for a lamp shade diffuser is disclosed. A conformable covering is prepared from a rectangular swatch of cloth. The top and bottom side edges of the swatch are hemmed to provide casing pockets which extend along the length of the swatch. A draw string is received in the upper casing pocket, and an elastic band is received in the lower casing pocket. The hemmed portion forming the lower casing pocket is gathered and stitched so that the relaxed length of the elastic band substantially exceeds the stitched length of the gathered hem. The ends of the rectangular swatch of cloth are sewn together to produce a tubular covering. The draw string is tensioned until the top of the covering is slightly smaller in diameter than the top of the lamp shade. The lamp shade is inserted into the tubular covering and the elasticized hem is positioned around and under the lower edge of the shade, thereby defining an underlap.

Abstract: When examing visually uneven surfaces the problem is the disappearing of the areas remaining in the shade from the picture. To the lighting device in accordance wiht the invention for illumination of and elimination of shades from uneven surface (1) belong a source of light (2), a mainly globular reflecting contrivance (3), the interior surface of which is equipped with reflecting material, and to which openings (4, 5) for the examining of the surface and holes (6) for conducting of the light into the reflecting contrivance are formed, as well as a reflector element (7) for reflecting of light through the opening (4) into the reflecting contrivance.

Abstract: A lamp shade comprising a hollow seamless shell or foundation molded from thermoplastic material and to which a lamp spider is secured for supporting the shade with respect to a light bulb or lamp fixture. An inwardly projecting collar is molded integrally with the shell around an opening in the shell and holes are provided in the collar to receive the ends of arms of a lamp spider which are secured therein by fasteners. A method of covering a shade wherein yarn or thread is helically wound around the shade is also disclosed.

Abstract: A lighting device of the free-standing type, capable of diffusing beams of light rays propagating through and emitting from the optical wave guides. A reflecting member is placed opposite the exit end of the optical wave guides to diffusingly reflect and diverge the light rays issuing from the optical wave guides thereby to light up a wide area with soft light rays.

Abstract: A lamp includes a cup for being affixed to a support and for enclosing a lamp socket. An arm is affixed to the cup and has an initial portion extending upwardly and outwardly and an upper portion extending inwardly to a terminal end located vertically above the cup. A lamp shade is fixed to the terminal end of said arm which is the sole support for said lamp shade. The arm is preferably formed of a relatively heavy gauge tubular material.

Abstract: A motor vehicle light system provides constant lighting or directional indication in a simple and effective manner, and keeps the lens clean so that it can be seen even under inclement weather conditions or the like. A hollow cylinder of transparent material, which may have alternating axially extending strips of different color, is mounted in a motor vehicle for rotation about a horizontal or vertical axis, with one or more light bulbs disposed in its hollow interior. A brush is stationarily mounted with respect to the motor vehicle, the brush bristles engaging the external periphery of the cylinder to keep it clean as the cylinder is rotated with respect to the brush, and the motor vehicle. A motor for rotating the cylinder may be series connected with the light bulb(s) within the cylinder.

Abstract: Apparatus for front lighting a display includes a light distributing wedge, spaced from the front of the display to be lighted, through which the display can be viewed. A light source is provided aside the wedge to direct light to an inter space between the wedge and the display. A reflective surface is provided at the wide end of the wedge to reflect light incident upon it. Thus, light from the light source is directed onto the display through various reflecting and refracting paths, including directly onto the display from the light source, reflected from the interior surface of the wedge onto the display, and refracted and reflected within the wedge to be emitted in the direction of the display.

Abstract: A lamp shade assembly kit includes an assembly ring formed of flexible material into a closed loop, a hoop formed of rigid material and a cover member formed of flexible material into a continuous, open-ended configuration. The assembly ring has an enlarged hoop-receiving channel opening inwardly about the periphery thereof. The cover member is adapted to be secured to the assembly ring. The hoop can then be inserted into the enlarged channel in the assembly ring to give a selected shape to the assembly ring and cover member. With these features, the lamp shade assembly kit may be shipped and stored in knockdown condition and quickly assembled without tools in any of a wide variety of shapes and sizes with optional decorative trim selections.

Abstract: A light diffusing means for a photographic enlarger adapted to be positioned between a light mixing module and a film negative carrying module, the diffusing means including a diffuser body member having a light inlet opening, an internal light reflecting and diffusing chamber of frustoconical form, and an enlarged light outlet opening. Light transmitting and diffusing disks are provided at the inlet and outlet light openings. A conical member with a conical light reflecting surface is positioned coaxially in said chamber and in spaced relation to said openings for regulating the amount of light intensity distributed in a radial direction towards the periphery of the enlarged light outlet opening, particularly to enhance the intensity of light at the peripheral margins of the outlet opening.

Abstract: A flexible strip with a series of electric bulbs contained in a cylindrical cavity of a portion of the length of the strip. A permanent magnet at one end of the strip facilitates picking up and retrieving metal parts from hard to reach areas. A pair of longitudinal conductors extend essentially the length of the strip, one of the conductors being sufficiently rigid to enable maintaining the strip in a configuration to which it is bent manually. A handle can be formed at the end of the strip opposite the magnet by inserting a rigid tube into a continuation of the cylindrical cavity.

Abstract: A one-piece lamp shade construction that is capable of being manufactured in a wide variety of styles. The lamp shade has a circumferential framework of wire mesh or perforated sheet stock and a layer of plastic forming the body of the shade. The plastic is molded from the inside of the pre-formed framework and extends through the openings in the framework thereby joining the framework to the plastic body. The invention is concerned with the lamp shade construction and method.