Abstract: Disclosed herein is an illuminating apparatus for rendering lighted images of different shapes in different directions. The illuminating apparatus comprises a lamp fixture, a perforated dish affixed to the lamp pipe, a lamp shade affixed over the perforated dish, and a dome cover affixed on top of the lamp shade. The lamp fixture comprises a light bulb socket, a lamp pipe, and a lamp base. A light bulb is affixed to the light bulb socket and enclosed within the lamp shade. The dome cover comprises multiple inscriptions. The lamp shade comprises a layered mesh. The layered mesh may comprise wires crossing at right angles. On lighting the light bulb, the light passes through the perforations of the perforated dish, the inscriptions of the dome cover, and between the wires of the layered mesh, thereby rendering the lighted images of the different shapes in different directions.

Abstract: An illuminated, shallow weatherproof signage character has individual three dimensional back-lighted/front/side and/or silhouette-lighting, with frosted areas of plastic, with virtually no limitation on the size or number of individual characters, which may be moulded or machined from solid plastic, which is U/V protected. Miniature, preferably LED lamps are concealed in the character. The life of the LED lamps is extended by limiting the applied voltage and the “on” time. The signage characters are usually elevated from their supporting surface, to effect back-lighting. Colored LED's or a RBG LED, can be used selectively to color the plastic signage.

Abstract: An improved formed lighting fixture having a frame, a light source, a cover layer coupled to the frame, and a fibrous layer coupled to the cover layer, in which the frame is formed by gathering a plurality of rods and profiled in a specific contour, the light source is configured to provide light from inside the frame and out through the cover layer onto the fibrous layer. The fibrous layer is configured to provide decorative and functional aspects to the lighting fixture, including, in some embodiments, a contoured or fur-like appearance, or where the fibrous layer has light-diffusive properties, a dazzling glow effect when light from the light source is diffused.

Abstract: A floor mat system that includes a mat having a decoratively shaped first portion that allows light to transmit therethrough and is surrounded by a second portion that does not allow light to transmit therethrough. A light source is positioned beneath at least the first portion of the mat. When activated, the light source shines through the first portion and thereby illuminates and draws attention to the decorative image. The light source is coated in a polycarbonate resin film to protect and strengthen the same against damage as people walk over the mat. A non-transparent coating may be applied to selective regions of the protective film to create the same decorative transparent image therein and to thereby allow light to only be emitted from a particular region of the light source. The mat may be made from a flow-through material, a non-flow-through material with a gripping upper surface and wells; or a combination of flow-through and non-flow-through material.

Abstract: An artificial palm tree assembly for insertion into a table, preferably a patio table, is provided. The artificial palm tree assembly comprises a palm head comprising a crown element and a plurality of tree elements attached to the crown element of the palm head. Each of the tree elements comprises a branch having a plurality of artificial palm tree leaves thereon. In addition, the artificial palm assembly further comprises a trunk element adapted for installation through an opening in the top of the table. The palm head connects to the trunk element via an attachment formed between a bottom area of the crown element and the top end of the trunk element. Moreover, artificial palm assembly preferably further comprises a base portion for providing support for the palm head and the trunk element of the palm tree assembly installed within the patio table.

Abstract: An image projecting candle apparatus which is constructed of a generally elongated cylindrical body with a candle positioned therein and an annular display unit mounted on a top rim of the cylindrical body with colored transparent film mounted in the display unit and for turning by heated air rising out of the cylindrical body such that a team color of a person's favorite sports team can be projected either on the ceiling or on a wall.

Abstract: A decorative light cover for an outdoor light source includes a substantially rigid skin with a shape that defines a void within an interior of the skin, an opening in a first portion of the skin, and an ornamental design on a second portion of the skin, wherein the opening is able to accept into the void a light source affixed to a structure, the skin is able to adhere to at least a portion of the light source, and the ornamental design is able to receive light from a light-radiating portion of the light source and allow the light to project through and away from the skin.

Abstract: A limited flicker decorative light-emitting diode (LED) string includes a power plug adapted to connect to an alternating current (AC) power source and supply AC power to the LED string, a first pair of LEDs and a second pair of LEDs, a plurality of LEDs electrically connected in series to form an LED series, and a plurality of rectifying diodes. The plurality of rectifying diodes provides full-wave rectification of the AC power to the LED series and half-wave rectification of the AC power to the first and second pair of LEDs.

Abstract: A control system for a liquid motion lamp maintains the proper temperature of liquids within the lamp to provide desired motion within the lamp, and reduces sensitivity to ambient temperature. The lamp preferably includes two heating elements, a first element for initial heating, such as a heat blanket, resistive glass coating, or a submerged ring, and a second heating element generally providing both heat and lighting. A sensor measures the temperature of the liquid inside the lamp and the control system controls the heat sources to maintain the temperature within operating limits.

Abstract: The decorative light device has a stylized shape of a Christmas tree, or a snow flake. It comprises a transparent or translucent solid plastic member having an elongated solid plastic main body and a plurality of side branches extending outward therefrom at an angle at a plurality of junctions. A light refraction opening is formed at the main body and located adjacent to each one of those junctions. An LED light source is located at a bottom end of the main body and is operative to provide a single or a series of flashing lights of various sequential colors for illuminating the main body and the side branches. A stylized snow flake can be made with a plurality of these solid plastic members mounted in an evenly spaced manner around the periphery of a center mounting member.

Abstract: A multi-purpose holiday display light box that is equipped with an interchangeable holiday indicia for use as a lawn ornament or decoration.

Abstract: Various new designs for a power strip. Each design includes some structure that enables the mounting or attachment of the power strip to an object or portion of the object. The object may include, for example, a Christmas tree, such as the trunk or a branch thereof. Another object may includes, for example: a portion of a stud in the frame of a building that is under construction, in which case the power strip may be plugged into a generator at the construction site; and a portion of a work bench or work table.

Abstract: A decorative picture mirror is provided. The picture mirror includes a smooth mirror surface. A coating layer is provided on a back portion of the mirror surface, wherein the coating layer covers a select local part of the backside of the mirror surface leaving an uncovered portion of the backside of the mirror surface. A medium including a graphic pattern is connected to the backside of the mirror surface, wherein the graphic pattern substantially fully covers the uncovered portion of the backside of the mirror surface, whereby the coating layer and the graphic pattern form substantially continuous coverage on the select local part of the backside of the mirror surface.

Abstract: A decoration device may include a backlit panel inside an interior space of an ornament structure. The panel may include a decorative scene that is viewable from outside the ornament structure, and one or more light sources may be substantially aligned with certain elements of the scene (e.g., candles, a fireplace, stars, or the like) so that those elements have the appearance of emitting light that illuminates other portions of the decorative scene.

Abstract: An inflatable tree that may be used as an indoor or outdoor decoration, particularly during the Christmas holiday season. In one embodiment, the inflatable tree comprises an inflatable bladder having a substantially conical or cylindrical prism shape, wherein the axial direction of the bladder is oriented along a vertical axis, and a plurality of conical skirts attached to the bladder, wherein the plurality of conical skirts are attached at different points along the vertical axis.

Abstract: A digital picture display ornament comprising a transparent exterior housing and an opaque internal casing. The exterior housing includes a front circular face with an annular sidewall extending rearward from the periphery of the front circular face. The internal casing slips within the exterior housing. Multiple user interface controls are provided on the ornament to control the microprocessor of the ornament and for downloading digital pictures to the ornament. LEDs are disposed on a rear surface of the transparent front face of the exterior housing to illuminate graphic elements of a decorative sheet secured to the front face of the exterior housing. The internal casing has a multiple LED notches disposed in an outer sidewall adapted for receiving a LED. The secondary LEDs illuminate outwards from the internal casing through the transparent sidewall of the exterior housing to produce a glow to the periphery of the ornament.

Abstract: Lampholders formed from materials comprising scented compounds that are more volatile when warm than when at ambient temperature to generate a desired scent during use, along with lighted displays incorporating such lampholders and methods for making such lampholders, are shown and described.

Abstract: A self illuminated belt buckle comprising a housing with a symbol shaped opening in the front and an opening in the bottom of the housing. The housing containing at least one power source, and at least one light source such as an LED which may be connected to a switch. The at least one power source providing power to the light source which provides background lighting through the symbol shaped opening and through the opening in the bottom of the housing. The light source and power source not being visible from outside of the housing. The housing further being connected to an attachment device such as a belt buckle or brooch pin. The housing also being formed from diamond plate.

Abstract: An assembly including a mast dressing device that can be fastened to the mast, and a peripheral element or a series of mutually connected peripheral elements suspended from a top part of the mast. The dressing device is adapted to be hoisted by the mast, such that one peripheral element of the dressing device extends spirally around the mast, and/or a series of peripheral elements which are mutually connected by connecting elements are positioned in the vertical direction at a distance from each other.

Abstract: A mountable power strip includes: first and second arm sections each including a plurality of electrical receptacles; a coupling assembly configured to couple the arm sections together for rotational movement relative to each other about a rotational axis; and a ratcheting assembly configured to define degrees of relative rotational movement about the rotational axis between the arm sections. The coupling assembly includes a connecting member secured in fixed disposition to the first arm section that retains the arm sections together. The ratcheting assembly includes a release member retained on the connecting member that is axially slidable relative thereto. The release member includes teeth that engage teeth of the second arm section. A biasing element retained between the connecting member and the release member is configured to bias the release member toward the rim cap such that the teeth of the release member engage the teeth of the rim cap.

Abstract: A lighting system, apparatus and method that can be integrated into an office or household item. The lighting system has one or more light modules, each comprising three lights of a different color. The light modules further have a cover component having a hole positioned above the lights. The lighting system may further have a cushioned layer coupled to the light modules. The light modules are coupled to a power source and an integrated circuit, wherein the integrated circuit is configured to operate the light modules.

Abstract: A novelty flashlight in the form of a sparkplug, with a set of LEDs (or other appropriate light emitting devices) included in the conventional “spark” emitting end of the plug. A battery source and micro-controller are included within the sparkplug housing and used to turn the LEDs “on” and “off”. In particular, the LEDs may be controlled to strobe at a rate that simulates the actual sparking of an automotive sparkplug. Alternatively, the pulsing of the LEDs may be fast enough such that the LEDs appear to be always “on”. An activation button is included on the outer housing the sparkplug for a user to control the operation of the flashlight.

Abstract: A conical helix decorative Christmas tree with lights attached is supported either on a pole or a bracket extending from a wall. If a pole is used, the base may be in a tree stand or a bracket attached to a wall. In both embodiments the base of the helix has a circle aligned by a plurality of strings attaching the circumference of the circle to a washer at the radial center of the helix. More than one helix may be used in this manner to form the tree. A shroud may be used to add a translucent decorative effect. A topper of a star, angel or continuation of the conical tree to a point may be added at the top of the conical helix tree. The tree can be attached to horizontal or vertical surfaces.

Abstract: A system and method for creating a trompe l'oeil skylight in a T-bar type hung ceiling system where a translucent panel with an image of a sky scene is elevated above a T-bar grid, by a frame, so as to eliminate shadows of the T-bar on the image panel and so as to simulate a casement-type skylight.

Abstract: An apparatus for lighting includes a fixture having a center axis. The apparatus includes a first light source disposed in the fixture which produces light along the center axis. The apparatus includes a grid having slots which reflect the light radially outward from the center axis extending from the fixture along the center axis and illuminated by the first light source. The apparatus includes a translucent element extending from the fixture along the center axis and disposed about and in spaced relationship with the grid. The apparatus includes a second light source disposed between the element and the grid. A method for lighting includes the steps of producing light along a center axis of a fixture with a first light source disposed in the fixture. There is the step of reflecting the light radially outward from the center axis with a grid having slots extending from the fixture along the center axis and illuminated by the first light source.

Abstract: There is provided a liquid droplet illumination device, which includes at least one liquid droplet traveling on a first surface. The liquid droplet can be distilled water and the first surface can be a ribbon of translucent material. The liquid droplet illumination device further includes at least one light beam that is offset from the first surface. For example, the at least one light beam can be a coherent beam of light, such as a laser beam. The at least one light beam interacts with the at least one liquid droplet as it travels on the first surface, thereby illuminating the at least one liquid droplet.

Abstract: An elongated perimeter light comprising a linear array of light sources (LEDs) that are electrically illuminated. The array of light sources is disposed within an elongated transparent tube, with the tube transmitting and dispersing the light from the array giving the appearance that said array of light sources is a continuous light source. The array of light sources is capable of being cut at intervals down its length to shorten it. The light sources that remain in the array continue to emit light and the tube can be cut to match the length of said array. Systems for lighting structural features comprising a plurality of elongated perimeter lights electrically coupled in a daisy chain with the electrical power at each of the perimeter lights being transmitted to the successive light. Each of the perimeter lights can be cut at intervals down its length.

Abstract: An artificial tree according to the present invention includes a tubular trunk with a stand for holding the trunk in an upright position. The artificial tree includes a plurality of branches coupled to the tree, each branch having a hook at an end displaced from the trunk. Each branch presents a length with branches at lower trunk levels having longer lengths than more upwardly positioned branches. The branches may be removably coupled to the trunk and storable within a trunk interior space. The artificial tree may also include ornamentation such as garland or lights and may include an audio device that plays sound in predetermined conditions.

Abstract: A fiber optic lighting device is formed by adhering fiber optic strands onto a backing material in a radial pattern. The radial pattern projects from a centralized illumination receiving port within a perimeter of the backing material. The centralized illumination receiving port transfers light from the illuminating source into the fiber optic strands. The fiber optic strands can include a surface finish, which enhances the intensity of the light emitting from the fiber optic strands. The fiber optic lighting device provides a non-linear sheared edge along the entire perimeter of the backing material. The fiber optic lighting device includes multiple arrangements of the fiber optic strands, each grouping illuminated in a manner to distinguish one arrangement from another. This provides the ability to sequence through the illumination process with the result being an animated presentation. Colors can be utilized in the illumination process to further accentuate the animation.

Abstract: A first LED array including a first capacitor, LED blocks, and a second capacitor that are connected in series with each other, a second LED array having a similar configuration to the first LED array, and a third LED array having a similar configuration to the first LED array are connected in parallel with each other and are connected to an AC power supply AC. Each of the LED blocks includes a first series circuit and a second series circuit that are connected in parallel with each other. The first series circuit includes two LEDs that are connected in series with each other in the same direction. The second series circuit includes two LEDs that are connected in series with each other in an identical direction opposite to the direction of the LEDs in the first series circuit. A connection point between the two LEDs in the second series circuit in one of the adjacent LED blocks is coupled to a connection point between the two LEDs in the first series circuit in the other one of the adjacent LED blocks.

Abstract: A combined glowing decorative structure includes a receiving body, having a receiving room inside, connecting with a controlling device and including at least one fixing portion mounted on at least one side; at least one extension, received in the receiving room of the receiving body and having a connecting portion for connecting with the corresponding fixing portion; and a glowing assembly, electrically connecting to the controlling device on one end and spreading along the receiving body and the at least one extension. Accordingly, the receiving room of the receiving body can receive the extension and the fixing portion of the receiving body can connect with the connecting portion of the extension. Thereby, the receiving body and the at least one extension form a glowing decorative shape.

Abstract: An illuminated pop-up candy comprising a housing, cap, moveable candy, moveable illumination system, and switching mechanism. The candy is able to translate and rotate along the length of the housing by the application of pressure to either the candy or the illumination system. The illumination system is switched on and off by touch or translation of the illumination along said housing.

Abstract: In order to improve visibility and hence to reduce the risk of accidents, a load-carrying rope, for example a wire rope, is equipped with a number of luminous elements. A luminous element may in this case assume the position of a wire or of a braid, may be integrated in an insert, or may be guided in the spaces between wires or braids and preferably within the theoretical rope circumference. The luminous element may also itself be composed of luminous elements which are twisted together, spiralled, or laid in so as to form braids. For strain relief, the luminous elements may be equipped with a reinforcement in the form of a strand, or with a mesh.

Abstract: The invention relates to a rotatable power supply apparatus, which includes a shell and a cap for receiving an inner power supply. The apparatus also includes a connector and a cover for connecting any ornament with light string. The apparatus can provide power for the lighting ornament and rotates the ornament at the same time easily that obtains a utilized beautiful rotating decoration.

Abstract: A bulb assembly includes a shell, a holder, and a bulb, wherein the bulb and the holder are received in the shell, wherein the bulb has two conductive wires passing through the holder and being folded upward outsides. The shell is provided with a central plate extending to the bottom of the holder and separating two conductive wires from each other. Hence, there are two connecting types for electrical wires with conductive pins to insert into shell and contact with various position of the conductive wires that facilitates the utilization of the products.

Abstract: A portable lamp for demonstration of a sports theme comprises: a) a base; b) a supporting member projecting from the base having an upper end portion; and, c) a generally spherical light source carrying lamp head, carried by the upper end portion of the upright shaft, having an outer segment and a diametrically smaller inner segment, said segments generally semi-spherical and having opposite end portions pivotally attached. Then the segments can be rotated closed to generally form a sphere, or alternatively rotated so that the sphere then has an open segment and the light source therein can radiate light therethrough. Light emitted through the open segment can be controlled by varying a width of said open segment. Most preferably the supporting member comprises an upright shaft capable of manipulation so that its upper end portion can be positioned at a selected angular orientation with respect to the base.

Abstract: A vibrating and twinkling device which may mounted upon an appearance member for stationery or textile products includes a circuit element, light emitting diodes, power supplies, a vibrating switch, and a transparent encapsulation body. The circuit element includes a circuit board and a circuit control element. The light emitting diodes are mounted on and electrically connected to the circuit board. The power supplies electrically connect with the circuit element for supplying power. The vibrating switch electrically connects to the circuit board. The transparent encapsulation body covers the circuit element, the light emitting diodes, the power supplies, and the vibrating switch. Thereby, the vibrating and twinkling device is waterproof. When the vibrating switch is vibrated, the light emitting diodes can be driven to glow and twinkle, which offers splendid effects when the stationery or textile product is used.

Abstract: A portable lamp for demonstration of a sports theme comprises: a) a base; b) a supporting member projecting from the base having an upper end portion; and, c) a generally spherical light source carrying lamp head, carried by the upper end portion of the upright shaft, having an outer segment and a diametrically smaller inner segment, said segments generally semi-spherical and having opposite end portions pivotally attached. Then the segments can be rotated closed to generally form a sphere, or alternatively rotated so that the sphere then has an open segment and the light source therein can radiate light therethrough. Light emitted through the open segment can be controlled by varying a width of said open segment. Most preferably the supporting member comprises an upright shaft capable of manipulation so that its upper end portion can be positioned at a selected angular orientation with respect to the base.

Abstract: An artificial pumpkin stem apparatus including a stem portion. A lighting device is associated with the stem portion. The stem portion allows transmission of light from the lighting device into the stem portion wherein the stem portion emits light.

Abstract: A flame simulating assembly for providing an image of flames and simulating one or more actual fuel elements in a fire. The flame simulating assembly includes one or more light sources, a screen adapted for transmission of the image of flames therethrough, and a simulated fuel bed. The simulated fuel bed includes a simulated ember bed and one or more simulated fuel elements positioned on an upper surface of the simulated ember bed. Each simulated fuel element includes a base surface with a light-transmitting portion and an exposed surface which is at least partially viewable. The base surface is positioned proximal to the upper surface of the simulated ember bed. The exposed surface includes one or more uncovered portions through which light from the light source is transmittable.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an improved high-efficiency solar-charging electric window candle comprising a base adapted to sit securely upon a window sill. The base includes a footer formed with a battery compartment accessible through a bottom hatch, and a riser protruding upwardly from the footer with upwardly inclined side surfaces. The riser also has a compartment for enclosing a circuit board, and a vertically-oriented collar. A rechargeable battery is mounted in the footer of said base, and a hollow cylindrical candle body is inserted in the collar of the base riser, and a bulb assembly comprising a white LED is mounted atop the candle body. A circuit board is enclosed in the riser and includes two circuits: a current pump for supplying a pulsed current, and a photosensing circuit for sensing ambient light levels.

Abstract: Disclosed is an improved four part portable illumination apparatus for a comestible fluid dispenser comprised of a unique portable illumination device that is attached to the bottom side of a liquid dispenser or tap, immediately behind the liquid spout of the tap, and in position to direct colored light in the direction of an ultra-violet light sensitive comestible fluid container, and or container holder, and an ultra-violet light sensitive backsplash or curtain, and an ultra-violet sensitive drip tray. Colored visible illumination and UVa light from a single super bright light emitting diode within the portable illumination device is input into a collimating lens and directed toward a UVa sensitive fluid receptacle and drip tray. Electrical power for the solid-state illumination source is obtained from either a voltage source located within a carbonated fluid dispenser, or from a dedicated low voltage dc power supply.

Abstract: Disclosed is an illuminating ornament including a cover, a circuit board provided inside the cover, at least one illuminating element, a switch provided with a DC power supply input and an AC-to-DC power supply input and is electrically connected to the circuit board, a DC power supply circuit electrically connected to the circuit board through the DC power supply input, an AC-to-DC supplying circuit electrically connected to the circuit board through the AC-to-DC power supply input of the switch and is provided with an AC-to-DC converting circuit, an AC power input and an AC power output. AC power is converted to DC power by the AC-to-DC converting circuit and provided to the illuminating element through the AC power output.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel energy saving decorative festive lamp that is ideally suited for use in clubs, restaurants, or decorative applications, where specialized lighting, such as rapid flashing or frequent starts, is required. It may be used with hanging chandeliers for a spectacular display of dazzling illumination sources or because of its low power consumption, may find application as a night-light or to illuminate hallways and stairwells. Each lamp consumes only one watt, is energy efficient and has a long-life, lasting up to 50,000 hours. The outer glass envelope covering the LED array is preferably transparent, whereas the LEDs are available in the following colors: red, blue, green, amber, and white. This energy saving lamp operates efficiently at 1 watt or less to produce an illuminance greater than 25,000 mcd from a string of 10 LEDs, or greater than 37,500 mcd from a string of 15 LEDs, when contained in a transparent cover.

Abstract: An apparatus for illuminating the interior of a balloon includes a cylindrical plug with an integrally-formed radially extending integral flange insertable within the balloon neck. A light element is affixed to the plug and disposed within the neck. A battery is electrically connected to the light element and is typically mounted next to the light element, or includes the light element in a single assembly. Switching is provided to turn the lighting element on and off which, in the preferred embodiment is effected by inflating the balloon with the apparatus inserted into the balloon neck. The light element may be affixed to the head of the apparatus by magnetic means, by means of a screw-on cap, or by other well-known techniques.

Abstract: A decoration device may include a backlit panel inside an interior space of an ornament structure. The panel may include a decorative scene that is viewable from outside the ornament structure, and one or more light sources may be substantially aligned with certain elements of the scene (e.g., candles, a fireplace, stars, or the like) so that those elements have the appearance of emitting light that illuminates other portions of the decorative scene.

Abstract: This futuristic Christmas ornament has at least one externally illuminated light transmissive tube extending out of a hollow body which holds the light source internally. The power source can be a battery that is also within the hollow body or a low voltage electric feed with a plug connector.

Abstract: The invention relates to a decorative light string, which includes a main light string having several lamp holders to engage with related C-type lamps, a branch string having one end a screw-head. The branch string can have its screw-head engage with a lamp holder of the main string, which then includes several C-type lamps and several branch strings that facilitates the application on any decoration and obtains utilization and improvement.

Abstract: A display ornament includes a transparent or translucent container for hanging on a Christmas tree or support, a light source, an ornament in the container, a driving mechanism, a circuit board with a solenoid for causing the driving mechanism to rotate the ornament, and a solar panel for collecting light energy from the light source and converting light energy into electrical energy for the working of the circuit board.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bulb assembly with a decorative cover. The bulb assembly includes a shell, a holder, and a bulb, and the decorative cover can be connected with the bulb assembly by special positioning structure. The decorative cover has several branches with different surface planes and is transparent. As the bulb is lightened, the ray passes through the branches of the cover that displays a special lighting effect.