Clamp Or Hook Patents (Class 362/396)
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Publication number: 20090067160Abstract: An electric light body (10) comprises a body element (12) for location within the depth of a shelf (46) and which has a cavity (22) for receiving one light emitting element, a first clamp element (14) which has a first flange (38) for contacting a first surface (52) of the shelf (46) and a first opening (36) and which is releasably engagable with the body element (12) at or adjacent to one end thereof, a second clamp element (16) which is independent of the first clamp element (14) and which has a second flange (38) for contacting a second surface (54) of the shelf (46) opposite the first surface (52) and a second opening (36) and which is releasably engagable with the body element (12) at or adjacent to another end of the body element (12) opposite the said one end, a first cover element (18) on the first clamp element (14) for covering the said one end of the body element (12), and a second cover element (20) on the second clamp element (16) for covering the said other end of the body element (12).Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2007Publication date: March 12, 2009Inventor: Bernard Cook
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Publication number: 20090059607Abstract: A lamp support includes a clamp, a ratchet member, a lamp housing and a latch member. The clamp is capable of being attached to a human body. The clamp has a circular receiving groove. A plurality of ratchet grooves is formed at a bottom face of the receiving groove along a first rotation direction. The ratchet member is rotatably received in the receiving groove along the first rotation direction. The ratchet member has a ratchet projection selectively inserted into the ratchet grooves. The lamp housing is rotatably connected to the ratchet member along a second rotation direction substantially perpendicular to the first rotation direction. The lamp housing has an inner space for receiving a lamp. The lamp housing has a plurality of latch grooves arranged along the second rotation direction. The latch member is fixed to the ratchet member. The latch member is selectively inserted into the latch grooves.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 27, 2007Publication date: March 5, 2009Inventor: Sang-Yeon Yoon
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Patent number: 7497583Abstract: A light provider for an umbrella and stand assembly, comprising a body releasably attachable to the assembly, a source or sources of electric light carried by the body, to direct light away from the body, and incident light responsive means on the body to provide electrical energization for the light source, the means configured to receive incident light from a direction or directions spaced away from light directed from the source or sources.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2006Date of Patent: March 3, 2009Inventor: Oliver Joen-An Ma
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Patent number: 7484867Abstract: A light fixture assembly kit, distributed in a single package, providing for a versatile light fixture assembly that may be freely configured and re-configured as either a desk-mounted light fixture, a floor-mounted light fixture or a clamp-type mounted light fixture. The light fixture assembly kit provided as a premium to a customer for obtaining an article of commerce or a service, such that the various configuration pieces may be provided as upgrades or additional premiums as the customer obtains and/or purchases various articles of commerce or services.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2005Date of Patent: February 3, 2009Assignee: Verilux, Inc.Inventor: Edmund Farmer
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Patent number: 7481559Abstract: The present invention is an improved apparatus to very rapidly install a lightbulb socket assembly within the housing of a recessed lighting fixture. Through the present invention, the lightbulb socket assembly is removed from the housing fixture during shipment so that it will not be damaged and when the fixture is ready to be installed, the present invention permits the socket assembly to be very rapidly installed and affixed to the base plate of the lightbulb housing.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2007Date of Patent: January 27, 2009Inventor: Hamid Rashidi
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Publication number: 20090016071Abstract: A bracket for controlling the gap between a light housing and bumper on a vehicle, the bracket is provided that includes a first generally flat surface defined by a first bracket leg, a series of second surfaces defined by the first bracket leg and raised above the first surface. The bracket also provides one or more first dual engagement clips supported on the first surface of the first bracket leg to clip a vehicle bumper to the bracket and one or more hooks each supported on a second surface of the first bracket leg allowing engagement of the light housing and bracket. The bracket allows a small uniform gap to be provided between the light housing and bumper and allows the light housing to be removed without removal of the bumper.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2008Publication date: January 15, 2009Applicant: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.Inventors: Chris Stoffel, Nick Massaro, Patrick Shafer
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Patent number: 7473011Abstract: A heat sink assembly for mounting an LED module to a surrounding main heat sink member is disclosed. The heat sink assembly has a first plate with inner and outer faces and a peripheral edge. The assembly further includes a second plate that is movable with respect to the first plate and has inner and outer faces and an inwardly-tapered peripheral camming surface. Also included in the assembly is an expandable ring sandwiched between the first and second plates. The ring has an inward peripheral edge that engages the camming surface and an outward heat-transfer surface. The ring is expandable beyond the peripheries of the first and second plates. The heat sink assembly also has a sandwiching-device that adjustably interconnects the first and second plates such that sandwiching of the ring facilitates heat-transfer engagement of the heat-transfer surface with the main heat sink member.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2007Date of Patent: January 6, 2009Assignee: Ruud Lighting, Inc.Inventors: Kurt S. Wilcox, Wayne Guillien, Clint Knollenberg, Brian L. Kinnune, Steven R. Walczak
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Publication number: 20090003005Abstract: The invention is directed to a clamp (501) for holding a lamp (101) within a reflector housing (201) having a body with a semi-cylindrical recess (502) having an opening for accepting a cylindrical lamp (101).Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2005Publication date: January 1, 2009Applicant: E.I. DU PONT DE NEMOURS AND COMPANYInventors: Donald Burris Clary, Solomon L. Katrikh
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Publication number: 20080310174Abstract: A lamp support structure is disclosed using in a backlight module. The lamp support structure comprises a base, extending downwards, and two arms. Each arm comprises an inner curved edge and an opposite outer curved edge, both extending upwards from the base to define a receiving space. Moreover, each arm comprises a top end to define an opening such that a lamp can fit into the receiving space through the opening. The lateral dimension of the opening is smaller than that of the lamp. Each arm comprises a first section, including an upper portion and a lower portion, wherein the lower portion extends upwards from the base and the lateral cross-section dimension of the first section tapers from the base toward the upper portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 4, 2008Publication date: December 18, 2008Applicant: AU OPTRONICS CORP.Inventor: Jia-Lang Hsu
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Publication number: 20080285291Abstract: A kit and method is disclosed to convert a recessed incandescent lighting fixture to a hanging light fixture. The kit includes a lampholder adapter, an electrical plug, an electrical plug, a power cord and a cover plate for hanging light fixtures using incandescent light bulbs. There is also disclosed a kit to convert a recessed incandescent lighting fixture to a hanging light fixture that uses halogen light bulbs. The kit includes a lampholder adapter, an electrical plug, an electronic ballast, a power cord, an adjustable lamp cord, and a cover plate.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2007Publication date: November 20, 2008Inventor: Gregory L. Fornari
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Publication number: 20080278056Abstract: A compact fluorescent lamp having an arc tube is disclosed. The arc tube comprises: at least a first tube part and a second tube part connected to each other through a transverse connecting tube portion including a cold spot. The lamp further comprises an outer bulb enclosing the arc tube. A clip member is adapted to clip to the connecting tube portion. The clip member is for providing heat dissipation from the cold spot and for providing resilient positioning for the arc tube along a longitudinal axis of the lamp. The clip member is comprised of: at least one gripping section adapted to clip on said connecting tube portion diametrically around, and made of a curved resilient metallic strip; at least two resilient outward tags protruding out from the gripping section in different directions for providing flexible support on an inner surface portion of the outer bulb. The outward tags are made of metal and having contacting sections for sprung contact onto the inner surface portion of the outer bulb.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2007Publication date: November 13, 2008Inventors: Sandor Lukacs, Jozsef Tokes, Jozsef Fulop
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Patent number: 7434958Abstract: A lamp fixing member includes a first body part and a second body part. The first body part includes at least one first lamp fixing portion disposed on an upper surface of the first body part. The second body part is slidably combined with the first body part. The second body part includes a second lamp fixing portion being combined with the first lamp fixing portion and defining a space through which a lamp is inserted to be fixed.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2006Date of Patent: October 14, 2008Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Yong Seok Yang, Jung Tae Kang, Sang Hoon Park, Jin Ho Ha, Sang Duk Lee
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Patent number: 7434961Abstract: A device for enhancing the appearance of a compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) and changing the optical properties of light emitted by the CFL is provided. The device for a compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) includes a cover configured for obscuring the compact fluorescent lamp; and an attachment mechanism configured for coupling the cover to the compact fluorescent lamp by engaging an inner surface of the compact fluorescent lamp. The attachment mechanism includes at least two resilient fingers for engaging at least two spaced apart inner surfaces of the compact fluorescent lamp.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2007Date of Patent: October 14, 2008Assignee: Adaptive Lighting Solutions LLCInventors: Gary Colin Bernhardt, Wojciech Pawelko, Michael Fusco, Michael A Savona, Jonanthan Hacker
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Publication number: 20080232121Abstract: A working lamp base of a barbeque grill includes a base with two protruding portions extended in the same direction from a lateral side of the base and forming a recession between the protruding portion and the base; a rack mount disposed on the base and proximate to a lateral side of each protruding portion, and corresponding to the position of said recession; and at least one lamp, each including a lamp body and a first movable supporting portion, and an end of said first movable supporting portion is coupled to one of said protruding portions and another end of the first movable supporting portion is coupled to the lamp body.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2007Publication date: September 25, 2008Applicant: Huang-Hsi HsuInventor: Jih-Shyong Lin
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Patent number: 7427149Abstract: A clip type light is detachably attached to a cap visor so as to ensure the user's field of vision. Two clips are integrally formed with both sides of a front section of a lamp body such that the two clips can be fixedly coupled with a front section of the cap visor regardless of the curved configuration of the visor. The clip type light can be easily attached to or detached from the cap visor without causing damage to the visor, and a switch for operating an electric lamp and an ultrasonic wave generator is provided at a lower portion of the lamp body in such a manner that the user can easily activate the electric lamp and the ultrasonic wave generator while wearing the cap equipped with the clip type light. A solar cell may also be provided to power the lamp and wave generator.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2007Date of Patent: September 23, 2008Inventor: Dae Up Sohn
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Patent number: 7416311Abstract: A flashlight having a magnet incorporated into the electrical circuit of the flashlight. This flashlight may further include a flexible member which either is provided with a light or conducts light, which flexible member is also provided with a magnet for coupling with the magnet in the circuit.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2005Date of Patent: August 26, 2008Inventor: Dan L. Dietz
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Publication number: 20080198609Abstract: In an embodiment of a light fixture support assembly for securing a light fixture to a fixed surface, the assembly includes a fixture-support member and a surface-attachment member. The fixture-support member has proximal and distal ends and also includes walls defining a compartment and further defining a first opening at the proximal end of the fixture-support member for communication with the surface-attachment member. The walls further define a second opening for communication with the light fixture. The fixture-support assembly also has a neck portion extending from the proximal end and the neck portion has a flange portion extending from it. The surface-attachment member includes a proximal end attached to the fixed surface and a distal end configured to engage the neck portion, whereby the fixture-support member is supported by the surface-attachment member when the neck portion is inserted into the fixture-support member.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2007Publication date: August 21, 2008Inventors: Kurt S. Wilcox, Brian L. Kinnune, Russell S. Schultz, Steven R. Walczak
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Patent number: 7401940Abstract: A underhood work light has a light tube and a pole-type base, the light tube is installed on the said base, the base is a hollow tube; a claw is installed at each end of the base by holding the stem of the said claw into the base tube, the claw stem which can slide in the base is connected with the base through a spring, the range between the claws is matched with the width of the hood; The benefits of the present invention are as follows: by pulling outward the both claws, the work light is fixed onto or taken off from the hood conveniently, and the storage battery makes the work light independent on the out power source, so the invention is convenient and easy to use.Type: GrantFiled: January 2, 2007Date of Patent: July 22, 2008Inventor: Li Min
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Publication number: 20080151559Abstract: A magnetic mount lamp includes a supporting base, a lamp supported on the supporting base, at least one magnetic element secured to the supporting base, and a hanger attached magnetically to the supporting base through the magnetic element. The hanger includes a U-shaped mounting plate attached magnetically to the supporting base, and a hook mounted rotatably on the U-shaped mounting plate.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2007Publication date: June 26, 2008Inventor: Chi-Wen CHEN
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Patent number: 7390111Abstract: An adjustable lighting fixture has a moveable housing. A first housing has a first opening and a second opening. A second housing is adapted to movably engage the first housing. A resilient member is connected to the second housing and adapted to be received by one of the first and second openings in the first housing. The first opening corresponds to a contracted position of the lighting fixture and the second opening corresponds to an expanded position of the lighting fixture. A lamp disposed in the lighting fixture has a longitudinal axis that is substantially perpendicular to a direction of movement of the first and second housings.Type: GrantFiled: January 18, 2006Date of Patent: June 24, 2008Assignee: Hubbell IncorporatedInventor: Michael C. Lippis
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Patent number: 7384166Abstract: Under-cabinet lighting systems and methods include lighting fixtures are capable of being hidden from view by a decorative molding forming a part of the cabinetry. Such decorative molding also serves the dual purpose of a wiring raceway and a physical support for the lighting fixture. The lighting fixture includes a mounting clip which is especially adapted to be engaged removably with the wiring channel of the molding at a desired location along the length thereof. The mounting clip may be integrally provided with a component of the lighting fixture or may be provided as a separate structure which is removeably attached thereto. At the location of the lighting fixture, the wiring may be extended into engagement with knife contacts of the fixture which pierce the insulation of the wiring and establish electrical contact with the bulb. In such a manner, hidden under-cabinet lighting fixtures may be provided which are relatively easy to install as a component part of the cabinetry.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2005Date of Patent: June 10, 2008Assignee: Tresco International Ltd. Co.Inventors: Christopher M. Tress, John J. Tress, Jr.
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Publication number: 20080130300Abstract: A lamp module includes a lamp unit, a mounting seat, and a positioning unit. The lamp unit includes a lamp cup having a cup opening, and a lampwick disposed in the lamp cup. The lamp cup further has a flange that extends outwardly from a peripheral edge defining the cup opening. The mounting seat includes front and rear sides, and has a seat hole extending through the front and rear sides, and facing the cup opening. The flange is disposed to abut against the rear side. The positioning unit includes a body portion coupled to the mounting seat, and a plurality of clip portions connected to the body portion and abutting against the lamp cup. The clip portions include at least one first clip portion extending and bending from the body portion into a V shape and having a pressing end which abuts against the flange.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2007Publication date: June 5, 2008Inventors: Chun-Ping WANG, Chih-Chung YANG
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Patent number: 7377668Abstract: An accent light is provided that easily mounts directly to a linear luminaire across its light-emitting opening and in front of the luminaire's lamp(s). The accent light has one or more mounting devices that easily engage the luminaire. The accent light can be advantageously installed without disrupting a continuous row of linear luminaires.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2003Date of Patent: May 27, 2008Assignee: Sylvan R. Shemitz Designs, Inc.Inventors: Sylvan R. Shemitz, Paul R. Ford, Long Dam Quang
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Patent number: 7374318Abstract: Lighted tubing includes an elongate wall and a light source. The elongate wall defines an interior channel. A conductor may be positioned adjacent to and extending from the light source to conduct light produced by the light source along the wall. A method of securing medical tubing includes the steps of providing medical tubing, providing a light source, attaching the light source to an elongate wall of the medical tubing, and the light source indicating the location of the wall in a dark environment.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2005Date of Patent: May 20, 2008Inventors: Nancy Brooks, James J. Brooks
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Patent number: 7367697Abstract: At least some of the illustrative embodiments are decorative light support device comprising a bulb retention portion having an aperture and an affixation portion coupled to the bulb retention portion. The affixation portion comprises a first straddle member and a second straddle member. The first and second straddle members are configured to straddle an overhang portion of a roofing material and to at least partially affix the decorative light support device to the roofing material.Type: GrantFiled: March 21, 2006Date of Patent: May 6, 2008Inventor: Michael Brent George
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Patent number: 7364323Abstract: A pool light mounting system includes a circular band formed of resilient material. The band has first and second adjusting brackets at either end. The brackets have substantially planar surfaces located orthogonally to the band. The planar surfaces have first and second apertures penetrating the surfaces. The apertures are sized to fit slidably over a threaded stud. First and second nuts are threaded to fit the threaded stud and located on the stud located within the first and second apertures. First and second mounting brackets are attached to the band having third and fourth planar surfaces spaced forwardly from and parallel to a front edge of the band. The third surface has a receiving notch for a mounting hook. The fourth surface is located opposite the first mounting bracket along the band and has a threaded hole sized and shaped to accept a threaded mounting screw for a lighting fixture.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2006Date of Patent: April 29, 2008Inventor: Alain Francois
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Publication number: 20080094849Abstract: A backlight module and a supporting device thereof are provided. The supporting device includes a first housing having an engaging part, a second housing having an opening for receiving the lamp, and an elastic mechanism disposed in the seconding housing. The first housing and the second housing are foldably connected. When the first housing and the second housing are folded, the engaging part compresses the elastic mechanism to electrically clamp the lamp.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2007Publication date: April 24, 2008Applicant: DARFON ELECTRONICS CORPInventor: Shao-An Lu
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Patent number: 7360929Abstract: A luminaire including a housing and a multi-purpose mounting feature formed at an interior of the housing, where the mounting feature is configured to receive and retain a mount for mounting of the luminaire on a vertical surface, and where the mounting feature is configured to receive and retain an electrical cord, to direct the electrical cord at least partially along a length of the luminaire, and to conceal the electrical cord from view.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2006Date of Patent: April 22, 2008Assignee: Sylvan R. Shemitz Designs, Inc.Inventors: David Pfund, James A. Melling
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Patent number: 7357540Abstract: A compact flashlight is configured such that it can be coupled to a key ring, as well as various other devices, and includes a locking mechanism that inhibits accidental opening and detachment from the ring or other device. The compact flashlight is further configured to allow the flashlight to be pointed in numerous directions while resting on a surface, and further allows for ease of battery replacement. The compact flashlight additionally includes a plurality of switches that are easy to operate, and includes both a momentary switch and an on-off switch.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2006Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Inventor: Donald J. Booty, Jr.
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Patent number: 7347582Abstract: An invertible light source that may be configured in either an upright or an inverted configuration. The invertible light source may include a hanger that can be positioned at various locations on the housing of the light source to convert the invertible light source between the upright and inverted configurations.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2005Date of Patent: March 25, 2008Assignee: Dorcy International, Inc.Inventor: Kenneth Kung
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Patent number: 7347596Abstract: A bicycle light attachment assembly includes a bracket, a lamp and a clamping member. The lamp is coupled to the bracket and the clamping member is pivotally coupled to the bracket. The clamping member and the bracket are arranged to clamp onto a brake mechanism supporting member on a bicycle frame.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2005Date of Patent: March 25, 2008Assignee: Shimano Inc.Inventor: Noriyasu Ishikawa
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Patent number: 7341363Abstract: A clamping device to hang lighting fixtures includes a hinge mechanism that enables the device to be folded out of the way for storage or for floor or ground use. The clamping device may include foot pads to add stability to the support of the lighting fixture. A curved portion of the main body of the device allows the clamp to secure lighting fixtures to an overhead pipe or rail.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 2005Date of Patent: March 11, 2008Inventor: Brian Edward Richardson
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Patent number: 7325944Abstract: A portable rechargeable LED utility light is releasably retained in a charging base for recharging an internal battery. Light is provided by an array of LEDs, typically rows and columns, that can be connected to the battery in groups by a switch having at least two “on” positions. The light has at least one hook member stored in a recess in the back of the housing and a pair of handle cushions.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2005Date of Patent: February 5, 2008Assignee: Alert Safety Lite Products Co., Inc.Inventors: James D. Kovacik, Paul S. Blanch, Joseph J. Smith
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Patent number: 7318657Abstract: A compact flashlight is configured such that it can be coupled to a key ring, as well as various other devices, and includes a locking mechanism that inhibits accidental opening and detachment from the ring or other device. The compact flashlight is further configured to allow the flashlight to be pointed in numerous directions while resting on a surface, and further allows for ease of battery replacement. The compact flashlight additionally includes a plurality of switches that are easy to operate, and includes both a momentary switch and an on-off switch.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2006Date of Patent: January 15, 2008Inventor: Donald J. Booty, Jr.
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Publication number: 20080007947Abstract: A light source device includes: at least four rod-shaped lamps; an attachment plate to which the at least four lamps are attached substantially parallel to one another in a condition where the pitches between the lamps are different from one another; and a plurality of lamp clips each having two holding portions holding adjoining two lamps at middle parts thereof. The separation distance between the two holding portions of a first lamp clip holding two lamps and the separation distance between the two holding portions of a second lamp clip holding two lamps adjoining the two lamps are substantially the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 5, 2007Publication date: January 10, 2008Inventors: Masashi Yokota, Tsutomu Tsuji, Takaharu Kikuchi
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Publication number: 20070297186Abstract: The clamp light comprises an elongated body formed of a rigid material. The elongated body supports a light source that is protected by a transparent cover. A fixed jaw is formed at one end of the elongated body and has a clamp pad formed thereon. A movable jaw having a clamp pad formed thereon is supported on the elongated body such that it can be moved along the body towards and away from the fixed jaw. The movable jaw includes ratchet teeth that engage mating ratchet teeth formed on the elongated body such that the movable jaw can be selectively locked in position relative to the body to fix the distance between the movable jaw and the fixed jaw. The clamp light can be mounted to a support structure by clamping the support structure between the clamp pads of the movable and fixed jaws.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 22, 2006Publication date: December 27, 2007Inventors: Brandon C. Hoover, Matthew Shute, Robin E. Smith
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Patent number: 7311424Abstract: A combined work light and dual power cord device includes a light-emitting assembly including a protective cage with an access door. A handle is rotatably conjoined to the light-emitting assembly that has a corrugated outer surface. An axial bore is formed along an entire length thereof. A first hook is connected to a top end of the light-emitting assembly. A second hook is connected to a handle bottom end. Mechanisms are included for rotating the handle about a bottom end of the light-emitting assembly and rotating the second hook about the handle bottom end. Primary and secondary power cords are coupled to the handle. A mechanism is included for automatically and simultaneously distributing first and second currents to the primary and secondary power cords respectively so that the second current is only transmitted to the secondary power cord if the first current is passing through the primary power cord.Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2006Date of Patent: December 25, 2007Inventor: Kenneth McCarthy
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Patent number: 7309147Abstract: A flashlight includes a body, a flashlight head assembly, and a switch assembly. The body includes a first end securable to the flashlight head assembly, a second end, and a substantially cylindrical portion between the first end and the second end. The switch assembly, which is located at the substantially cylindrical portion of the body adjacent the second end, electrically connects with the flashlight head assembly to regulate the delivery of power thereto. The flashlight head assembly includes a first end and a second end securable to the body, a lens disposed in the flashlight head at the first end, a reflector disposed in the flashlight head adjacent the lens, a heat sink disposed in the flashlight head adjacent the reflector, and an LED assembly disposed within the heat sink such that the heat sink substantially completely surrounds the LED assembly.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2005Date of Patent: December 18, 2007Assignee: Lightstick Partners, LLCInventor: Richard W. Martin
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Patent number: 7300172Abstract: An illuminable attachment for a tube having a clamp movable from an open position to a closed position engaging the walls of said tube. The illuminable element is comprised of a housing having a lamp, power supply, switch and circuit means within said housing mountable by said clamp to a tube.Type: GrantFiled: September 6, 2005Date of Patent: November 27, 2007Inventor: Jo Ann Lefler
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Patent number: 7290898Abstract: A mobile illumination apparatus. A universal clamp for attaching to wide range objects such that a broad range of clamping abilities are achieved. Incorporating into the clamp a self-locking ratcheting mechanism for adjusting over a range of spans and fold-out fingers for applying force to the object; the clamp folds up against or into the apparatus for transport or storage. An extendable-and-retractable neck mounting for a transducing-element head thereon, for activating-deactivating the transducing-element, and moving the head to hold an orientation so as to illuminate a region-of-immediate-interest or a particular target. Drive and control circuitry to maintain the illumination intensity substantially constant.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2005Date of Patent: November 6, 2007Assignee: Biz Research Inc.Inventors: Roy Wallace Martin, Brian Thomas Zender, John Craig McCoy, David James Albers
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Patent number: 7290913Abstract: A lighting unit to be used for illumination includes an LED unit having a semiconductor light emitting unit, a radiating board for directly fixing the semiconductor light emitting unit to an upper surface, and a contact formed on the radiating board and serving to input a power to cause the semiconductor light emitting unit to emit a light, an attachment having a power supply portion for surrounding and holding the LED unit and supplying a power to cause the semiconductor light emitting unit to emit a light from an external power plug to the contact in a state in which at least a part of lower and side surfaces of the radiating board and an upper part of the semiconductor light emitting unit are open.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2005Date of Patent: November 6, 2007Assignee: Koito Manufacturing Co., Ltd.Inventors: Shigeyuki Watanabe, Hironori Tsukamoto, Yukio Nomura
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Patent number: 7284891Abstract: A line-illuminating device which is resistant to shrinkage problems caused by repetition of heating and cooling includes a white casing made of polycarbonate or the like, a light guide made of an acrylic resin or the like and accommodated in the casing such that the light-emitting surface thereof is exposed, and light-emitting elements (for example, light-emitting diodes) as a light source provided on both ends of the casing so as to abut against the end surfaces of the light guide without a gap. The casing is divided into two portions in the longitudinal direction, and a gap is formed between the two divided portions. With this gap, even if the light guide shrinks due to repetition of heating and cooling, the divided portions can effectively shrink together with the light guide via the gap, and the abutting state between the end surface of the light guide and the light-emitting element can be maintained.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2003Date of Patent: October 23, 2007Assignee: Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd.Inventors: Tomihisa Saito, Takashi Kishimoto, Hidemitsu Takeuchi, Yukihiro Kato
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Patent number: 7278764Abstract: A clip enables an object, such as a flashlight, to be held onto a support, such as a belt. The object body, such as a flashlight barrel, has an extended surface along which an elongated portion of the clip extends. A body-holding portion holds the clip to the body and defines an object-to-support holding site. The clip comprises a resilient wire having arcuate prongs secured within arcuate grooves in the flashlight barrel by an annular retainer.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2005Date of Patent: October 9, 2007Assignee: Surefire, LLCInventor: Paul Y. Kim
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Patent number: 7278754Abstract: A back light unit includes a plurality of lamps arranged at predetermined distances from each other, each lamp having a lamp tube provided with electrodes at both ends thereof. Common electrodes communicate with both ends of said plurality of lamps and contain a plurality of gripping members for accomodating each of said plurality of lamps. A plurality of releasable connectors fix the common electrodes to first and second lower structures formed below both ends of the plurality of lamps. Electrical connecting elements connect the common electrodes to an inverter.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2005Date of Patent: October 9, 2007Assignee: LG.Philips LCD Co., Ltd.Inventors: Jae Bum Kim, Seok Hwan Oh, Kwan Sik Moon
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Patent number: 7278765Abstract: A holding device for supporting electric or battery-operated window candles in an upright vertical position for viewing through a window. The holding device is comprised of a horizontally extending U-shaped support base, and a vertically extending clip for attaching to a window sash which connects the support base and candle to the window. The support base accommodates a design that holds the candle base in a stationary position while the opposite end abuts the clip and window sash. The clip is attached to the window sash where said sash meets the window sill and extends upwardly. The support base and candle are connected to the window by attaching the back wall of the base to the clip that abuts the window sash. The profile and design does not impede access to normal window functions leaving space between the candle and window handle for grasping.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2006Date of Patent: October 9, 2007Inventors: James Cooper, R. Matthew Minielly, Dale Hunter
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Patent number: 7273294Abstract: An outdoor solar energy lamp has at least one lighting unit and a solar energy battery unit electrically connected to the at least one lighting unit. Each lighting unit has a base, at least one light emitting diode (LED) on the base and a transparent cover mounted on the base and partially coated with luminescent material. By using the solar energy battery unit and the LED, the lamp is economical and efficient in use. Moreover, the luminescent material keeps the lamp on lighting after the solar energy battery unit is exhausted.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2006Date of Patent: September 25, 2007Inventor: Kuang-Hung Kao
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Patent number: 7264371Abstract: An illuminable storage receptacle that is mounted to a motor vehicle wheel well by suction cups disposed on the cover to cast white light from the bottom and rear portions in order to illuminate the subjacent work area. Red hazard lenses are disposed in the sidewalls and an amber hazard lens is disposed in the front wall. An interior compartment is disposed therein divided by a replaceable plate to form an illumination chamber to produce the light and a storage chamber for keeping lug nuts and the like while changing the tire. A strap having hook and loop fastener elements is provided to allow the user to selectively maintain the storage compartment on a substantially horizontal plane regardless of the angle of engagement of the cover with the vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 2005Date of Patent: September 4, 2007Inventor: Brian J Seagriff
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Patent number: 7249866Abstract: An organizing and installation device for Icicle lights has a hanging assembly. The device includes a hanging unit having a plurality of rods which are arranged vertically and approximately in parallel; wherein at a top of each rod is connected with an upper wire; and a lower end of each rod is connected with a lower wire. Each rod is installed with a plurality of clips or other fastening devices. A plurality of upper support clips are arranged on the upper wire; and a lower stabilizing clip has a connecting wire to connect the lower clip to the lower wire or rod. The upper and lower wires are made of flexible materials for easy installation around the corner and easy folding away storage. The upper support clip has two clamping tongues and a wire organizing space; and the space has a flexible notch to receive and release electrical and upper wire. The clips or other fastening devices on rod are elastic C-rings, adhesive tapes, velcro, flexible string or snap-on clips.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2006Date of Patent: July 31, 2007Inventor: Daniel Tai
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Patent number: 7246927Abstract: A portable light is provided with a hook cylinder assembly which includes a retracting hook rod connected to a rotor assembly. The hook rod and rotor assembly can be rotated and held in position with respect to a remainder of the hook cylinder assembly. A hook located at an end of the hook rod can thus be oriented in a desired direction.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2005Date of Patent: July 24, 2007Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: David L. Wikle, Nicholas E. Achterberg, William J. Robinson, Lindsay A. Dilley
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Publication number: 20070159809Abstract: A light adapted for attachment to an article of clothing such as a strap of an assault or MOLLE vest. A preferred light embodiment includes a clip for removable attachment to the strap, and a light body removably securable to a docking base pivotally secured to the clip.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2006Publication date: July 12, 2007Inventors: Paul Y. Kim, Travis S. Mitchell, Laichang Tang