With Fluid Distributer Patents (Class 362/96)
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Patent number: 8746505Abstract: A multi-sensory product able to disperse chemical actives using reeds or other wicks, as well as providing a light show is disclosed. The product includes a form-within-a-form design wherein the inner form or vase is able to store the chemical actives, as well as mount the reeds or other wicks. The outer vase complements the aesthetics of the inner vase while at the same time concealing the electronics of the device. The electronics of the device can include a power source, as well as a circuit board for driving LEDs mounted thereon. The LEDs can generate a light show which can be refracted and diffused through the glass or polymer material forming the inner and outer vases thereby creating an aesthetically pleasing and multi-sensory experience through the use of the product.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2008Date of Patent: June 10, 2014Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: Scott W. Demarest, Simon M. Conway, Kevin Harrity, Scott D. Walter, David R. Carlson
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Publication number: 20140146519Abstract: An exemplary illumination device includes a lamp and an air purifying apparatus received in the lamp. The lamp includes a base, a lamp post, a lamp cover, and a light source in the lamp cover. The air purifying apparatus is received in the base. A plurality of inlets and outlets is defined in the base. The inlets and outlets communicate with the air purifying apparatus. Air near the inlets is drawn into the air purifying apparatus via the air inlets, and the air is exhausted out of the base via the air outlets after purified by the air purifying apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2013Publication date: May 29, 2014Applicant: ADVANCED OPTOELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: CHUNG-MIN CHANG, PO-MIN TU, CHIEN-LIN CHANG-CHIEN, YU-WEI TSAI, HSUEN-FENG HU, CHANG-WEN SUN
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Publication number: 20140140042Abstract: An imitation candle comprises an imitation candle body, an electric light source supported by the imitation candle body for producing an imitation flame, and a fragrance emitter supported by the imitation candle body for producing a fragrance.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 20, 2012Publication date: May 22, 2014Inventor: Daniel SCHREIBER
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Patent number: 8727560Abstract: A wind-powered lamp includes lower and upper covers confining a space and having inlet and outlet holes, a reflective casing disposed in the space to extend outward from the inlet hole in the lower cover, a lamp plate affixed to the reflective casing, a fixing frame, a power generating motor, a rotor and a storage battery. The upper and lower covers respectively have an open end defining inlet and out holes, an inner sidewall extending inwardly from the open end. The motor fixing frame has engaging ribs engaging with slots formed on inner side wall to affix the motor fixing frame. The power generating motor is affixed within the fixing frame such that a motor shaft passes through a shaft hole in the fixing frame to connect with the rotor. The power generating motor, the storage battery and the lamp plate are serially and electrically connected to one another.Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 2012Date of Patent: May 20, 2014Assignee: Zhe Jiang Hong Zhu Plastic & Hardware Co., Ltd.Inventor: Jing-Hong Tsai
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Publication number: 20140133131Abstract: An aroma-diffusing heating device using an aroma capsule is provided, including a hollow housing, a heat conduction container and a heating element. The heat conduction container is disposed in the hollow housing. The heating element is disposed on a bottom side of the heat conduction container. The heat conduction container has an aroma capsule placed therein from a free end thereof. The hollow housing has a funnel-shaped space formed between a slanting slide portion and a protruding edge of a disposable container of the aroma capsule to define an operation space. A user is allowed to grab the protruding edge of the aroma capsule with his fingers and place the aroma capsule in the heat conduction container, and his fingers can slide through the slanting slide portion into the operation space. Therefore, the fingers can enter into and leave from the operation space easily.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2014Publication date: May 15, 2014Inventor: Ming Jen HSIAO
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Publication number: 20140133132Abstract: An aroma-diffusing heating device using an aroma capsule is provided, including a hollow housing, a heat conduction unit and a heating element. The heat conduction unit is disposed in the hollow housing. The heating element is disposed on a bottom side of the heat conduction unit. The heat conduction unit has an aroma capsule placed thereon. The hollow housing has a funnel-shaped space formed between a slanting slide portion and the aroma capsule to define an operation space. A user is allowed to grab the protruding edge of the aroma capsule with his fingers and place the aroma capsule in the heat conduction unit, and his fingers can slide through the slanting slide portion into the operation space. Therefore, the fingers can enter into and leave from the operation space easily.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2014Publication date: May 15, 2014Inventor: Ming Jen HSIAO
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Publication number: 20140126182Abstract: An illuminated device comprising a housing, a light source within the housing, and at least one of a water stream element and a flame element supported within the housing. Some embodiments of the housing can have one or more walls, an upper portion, an opening through the upper portion thereof, and a plurality of stone pieces covering the at least one wall and upper portion of the housing. The stones can be at least partially translucent such that the light emitted from the light source is visible through the stones. Each light source is configured to emit a light toward at least the one or more walls. The water stream element is configured to project a stream of water through the opening in the upper portion of the housing, and the flame element is configured to project a flame through the opening in the upper portion of the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2013Publication date: May 8, 2014Applicant: GRAND EFFECTS, INC.Inventor: Kevin Eugene Doud
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Publication number: 20140126181Abstract: A safety aroma-diffusing night lamp assembly includes a body holding a coupling socket at the top, a lamp bulb inserted into the coupling socket and electrically connected to the body, a lampshade defining a bottom coupling hole coupled to the coupling socket and a top opening for holding an aroma capsule, and an aroma capsule including a disposable heat-transfer container mounted in the top opening of the lampshade and a solid aromatic substance contained in the disposable heat-transfer container and heatable by the radiating heat energy of the lamp bulb to release an aromatic smell.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 5, 2012Publication date: May 8, 2014Applicant: SERENE HOUSE INTERNATIONAL ENTERPRISE LTD.Inventor: Ming Jen Hsiao
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Publication number: 20140118993Abstract: An electronic incense assembly includes an incense stick, a light source and an incense head member. The incense stick includes a top surface, a bottom surface opposite to the top surface, and side surface connecting between the top surface and the bottom surface. The side surface is coated with an opaque layer. The light source faces the bottom surface for emitting light to the bottom surface. The incense head member is formed by molding and is adhered on the top surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 17, 2013Publication date: May 1, 2014Applicant: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventor: PO-CHOU CHEN
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Publication number: 20140118992Abstract: An aroma capsule assembly lamp system that disperses scent fast is provided, including a lamp and an aroma capsule. The lamp includes a support stand, a lamp stand installed on the support stand, a light bulb installed on the lamp stand, and a lamp cover installed on the support stand and covering the light bulb and the lamp stand, the lamp cover having a top opening. The aroma capsule is installed in the top opening of the lamp cover and includes a disposable container. The disposable container has an opening and an aroma material disposed in the disposable container. The light bulb is supplied with power and emits radiation light, the radiation light heating the disposable container and the aroma material, facilitating the system to disperse scent. When emitting radiation light, the light bulb of the lamp also generates heat at the same time, which heats the aroma material to disperse scent.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2012Publication date: May 1, 2014Inventor: Ming Jen Hsiao
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Publication number: 20140104813Abstract: Method and device for emitting an illuminated water stream. According to one embodiment, the device includes a liquid stream generator for emitting at least one continuous liquid stream and an illumination device for emitting light. The liquid stream generator and the illumination device are arranged relative to one another so that light emitted from the illumination device is directed into at least one of the at least one continuous liquid stream at an angle such that at least one of the at least one continuous liquid stream is illuminated under the principle of total internal reflection. The liquid used to make the at least one continuous liquid stream may include water and at least one additive, such as a viscosity thickener and a light-diffusing agent.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2013Publication date: April 17, 2014Inventor: Kevin G. Donahue
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Publication number: 20140104812Abstract: Various embodiments of electric lights are described, particularly those capable of being inserted and powered by a light socket. The electric lights can include a base that can electrically couple with a light socket and a housing coupled to the base. A flame element can at least partially extend from the housing and be illuminated via a light source that is configured to emit light on to an outer surface of the flame element. To ensure proper orientation of the flame element with respect to a viewer, the housing can rotate with respect to the base, such that a front surface of the flame element can be reoriented as needed while the base is electrically coupled to the light socket.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2013Publication date: April 17, 2014Applicant: Candella LLCInventor: Candella LLC
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Patent number: 8695247Abstract: A candle-shape decorative lamp is disclosed, including: a aquatic lamp main body, a magnet-driven element, a buoy and a bottom base. The magnetic-driven element and the buoy are disposed inside the aquatic lamp main body. The bottom base is fixedly engaged to the conic aquatic lamp main body with at least a light-emitting element disposed inside as well as a magnetic rotational axis for correspondingly attaching to the magnet-driven element, and driven by a driving element to rotate. When the magnetic rotational axis rotates, the magnet-driven element also rotates because of attachment to the magnetic rotational axis so as to wave the fluid inside the aquatic lamp main body, which leading to pushing to rotational plats to rotate the buoy. As such, the light emitted through the aquatic lamp main body forming ambient light with decorative effect so as to great rich and fun visual effects.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: April 15, 2014Inventor: Chin-Sheng Yang
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Publication number: 20140098519Abstract: Desk top items with LEDs also include USB-unit(s) or USB-module(s) and, optionally, additional outlet-units, to supply power to other electric or digital devices such as a smart phone or digital data device.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2013Publication date: April 10, 2014Inventor: Tseng-Lu Chien
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Publication number: 20140091951Abstract: An illuminated, inflatable mast assembly positioned at a site and deployed for warning on-coming drivers of vehicles of the location of the site.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2013Publication date: April 3, 2014Applicant: CODE 3, INC.Inventors: Roger L. Miller, Joseph Bakalor
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Publication number: 20140078718Abstract: A ventilating fan, includes a frame provided with an opening, a fan disposed in the frame, a panel covering the opening of the frame and allowing air passing through and a lighting device disposed in the panel. The lighting device includes a lampshade, in which a lighting part is placed, and a circuitry box of a controller for controlling the lighting part. A gap is formed in a connection between the circuitry box and the panel such that a water discharge structure communicated with outside of the circuitry box is formed. Advantages of the present invention includes that a gap communicated with outside of the circuitry box is provided in a connection between the circuitry box and the panel, which allows water to be discharged through the gap from inside of the panel, even water would enter into inside of the circuitry box, thus safety operation of the product is ensured.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2012Publication date: March 20, 2014Applicants: Panasonic Corporation, Panasonic Ecology Systems Guangdong Co., LtdInventors: Gangyi Li, Jianrong Zhu, Shouyong Gao
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Patent number: 8668348Abstract: A pool light assembly includes a water inlet housing having a base with an exterior exposed to the pool water and an enclosed interior including an illuminating structure. A notch is provided in the exterior of the base and extends into the interior for allowing pool water to enter the water inlet housing and be in the proximity of the illuminating structure to act as a cooling element. A sealing structure is included for preventing water from entering electrically active elements, and a retaining member locks and encourages waterproof sealing of the electrically active elements.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2011Date of Patent: March 11, 2014Assignee: Jet Asia Pacific LimitedInventors: Wing-kin Hui, Wing-tak Hui
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Publication number: 20140063780Abstract: A drip chamber illumination device including a body and an illumination arm coupled to the body. A light source is disposed on or near the end of the illumination arm wherein the light source may comprise at least one light, but preferably two lights spatially offset that are directed toward a substantially common focal area. The lights may be able to illuminate in different colors. The illumination device further includes a clip attached to the body and configured to removably couple the illumination device to a tube/flush line positioned below a drip chamber. A switch on the device allows a user to selectively provide power from a power source to the lights. The illumination arm may be angled with respect to the body so that the illumination arm may have a substantially vertical orientation when and embodiment of the illumination device is clipped to the tube.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 6, 2012Publication date: March 6, 2014Inventor: Coleman MARTIN
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Publication number: 20140063782Abstract: A unit for dispensing repellant that is mounted on a fence post. The unit also has a lighting system for illuminating an area. The dispensing system and lighting system are operable independently of each other.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2013Publication date: March 6, 2014Applicant: The Schawbel CorporationInventors: Stephen Shapiro, Wender Wang
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Publication number: 20140063781Abstract: An electronic incense assembly includes a light source, a collimating lens, a lens array, a number of electronic incense sticks. The light source is configured for emitting a first light beam having a divergent angle. The collimating lens is configured for collimating the first light beam into a parallel second light beam. The lens array has an array of converging lenses, each of which is configured for converging a part of the second light beam passing therethrough into a third laser beam. Each of the electronic incense sticks has an open end arranged to receive one third light beam and a transparent bubble formed at an end opposite to the open end.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2013Publication date: March 6, 2014Applicant: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventor: PO-CHOU CHEN
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Publication number: 20140063783Abstract: A lighting device for a ventilating fan comprising a power pack module and a light-emitting module composed of a lighting louver and a radiator, wherein first positioning lugs projected out of a horizontal projection plane of the power pack module are formed on the top of the power pack module and fixed on the light-emitting module by screws; and a through hole which a cable, used for supplying power for a light-emitting unit, runs through is respectively formed on a side face of the radiator making contact with the power pack module and a side face of the power pack module making contact with the radiator. The lighting device for the ventilating fan further comprises hooks formed on the radiator and a second positioning lug formed on the power pack module, wherein the hooks and the second positioning lug are used for fixing the lighting device on the ventilating fan.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2013Publication date: March 6, 2014Applicants: Shenzhen H&T Intelligent Control Co., Ltd., Panasonic Ecology Systems Guangdong Co., Ltd.Inventors: Shenghui ZHONG, Liang TIAN, Shouyong GAO, Jian PENG, Haiping YUAN, Yinan ZHAO
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Patent number: 8665673Abstract: A clock shower head includes a hollow body, a hydroelectric generator, a storage battery, a clock processor, a clock displayer and a main control circuit; the hydroelectric generator, the storage battery, the clock processor and the main control circuit are disposed inside the sealing zone of the hollow body. The clock shower head has both illuminating and time display function. People can see the time when enjoying the shower using the clock shower head.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2009Date of Patent: March 4, 2014Assignees: Xiamen Solex High-Tech Industires Co., Ltd.Inventors: Huasong Zhou, Jianmin Chen, Xianguo Zou
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Publication number: 20140049942Abstract: A portable solar powered light comprises a receptacle light shade with a hollow interior, and a lid with a first side and a second side, the first side including a rim to seal the hollow interior of the receptacle light shade, and the second side opposing the first side. The portable light further comprises a printed circuit board fitted in the lid including a light source to shine light into the receptacle light shade and electronic components configured to power the light source. The portable light further includes a solar panel embedded in the second side of the lid to power the electronic components. The portable light further comprises a drainage channel encased in the lid and configured to prevent contact of water with the electronic components. The drainage channel includes (i) a water inlet, (ii) a drainage conduit, and (iii) a water egress area.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 20, 2012Publication date: February 20, 2014Inventors: Robin Blake Kiran Chilton, Sean Sun, Xianyi Wu
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Publication number: 20140049941Abstract: The aroma lamp contains a base a base within which a circuit board is housed. On the circuit board, there is a fan, an atomization element, and a number of light generation elements. The base also has a short tube and a cap housing the fan and connecting the short tube. The aroma lamp further contains a container having a top opening. The container is joined to the base and stores the liquid to be atomized. The container has an axial tube connecting the top opening and the short tube of the base and a valve element for releasing the liquid to the base. The aroma lamp also contains a cover having a top opening aligned with the top opening of the container. The cover is joined to the base and houses the container. The atomized vapor is released through the top openings of the container and the cover.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2012Publication date: February 20, 2014Inventor: HUAN-PING LEE
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Publication number: 20140036475Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to a decorative fragrance diffuser and methods of use thereof. The decorative fragrance diffuser may be comprised of a base and a light source mounted to the base. The decorative fragrance diffuser may further comprise an inner glass surrounding the light source and an interchangeable outer glass surrounding the inner glass, whereby an annular area is formed between the inner and outer glass. The decorative fragrance diffuser may further comprise a custom insert located between the inner glass and the outer glass. The decorative fragrance diffuser may further comprise a top disposed above the inner glass, the top including a basin for holding a fragrant element. The method of using the decorative fragrance diffuser may comprise following instructions or a template to create the custom insert with suitable dimensions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 2, 2013Publication date: February 6, 2014Inventor: TOM GAINES
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Patent number: 8641214Abstract: A laminar liquid motion display includes a pair of outer films and a flow separator film. The flow separator film is perforated with a number of flow holes and is sandwiched between the outer films. The films may be sealed along their periphery thereby forming a generally laminar chamber which may contain two interconnected compartments. A fluid is disposed within the chamber and may circulate between the two compartments via the flow holes in the flow separator film. The fluid may include any number of generally immiscible components which may be colored in order to make the motion of the fluid easily visible. A lamp or candle may be disposed in the proximity of the chamber in order to illuminate the fluid and power its motion by convection. The chamber may be curved concentrically around the lamp or candle and may provide the functionality of a lampshade.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2004Date of Patent: February 4, 2014Inventor: Robert G. Batchko
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Patent number: 8628223Abstract: The present invention relates to an imitation candle, comprising a housing, an imitation flame body provided at a top of the housing, a light source adapted to emit light onto the imitation flame body, a swing motion device, and an air blowing device. A lower portion of the imitation flame body is connected with the swing motion device that is configured to allow the imitation flame body to pivot horizontally about at least one of a X axis and a Y axis, and comprises a wind driven pendulum member. The air blowing device is adapted to blow air toward the wind driven pendulum member causing the wind driven pendulum member to swing as well as the imitation flame body to pivot. The wind driven pendulum member is a wind driven bowl adapted to receive blowing air and having an air discharge hole.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2011Date of Patent: January 14, 2014Assignee: Concept Bright (HK) LimitedInventors: Ho Chung Kwok, Chi Kwan Mok
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Patent number: 8616735Abstract: A light emitter has a light surround about the emitter formed from silicone having internally encapsulated plant materials.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2010Date of Patent: December 31, 2013Assignee: Vickie Jean's Creations, Inc.Inventor: Victoria Jean Van Dyn Hoven
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Patent number: 8602579Abstract: A lighting device may include a light emitting device and a sidewall extending away from the light emitting device. In addition, a thermally conductive housing may be spaced apart from the sidewall, and a cavity may be defined between the sidewall and the thermally conductive housing. In addition, a lens may be spaced apart from the light emitting device with the sidewall extending away from the light emitting device to the lens to define a mixing chamber adjacent the light emitting device. Moreover, the thermally conductive housing may be outside the mixing chamber, and the sidewall may be reflective.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 2010Date of Patent: December 10, 2013Assignee: Cree, Inc.Inventors: Antony Paul Van de Ven, Wai Kwan Chan, Chin Wah Ho
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Patent number: 8591066Abstract: A lamp module for use in non-destructive testing and inspection. The module including a module body with a front and rear end, and a side wall. The module body includes a mounting chamber located within the side walls. A plurality of LEDs are mounted within the chamber and oriented to so as to emit light out of the front end of the body. At least one LED emits light having a wavelength selected to produce fluorescence of an illuminated material. A fan is mounted to the body to dissipate heat generated by the LEDs when the fan is activated. Electrical connectors extend out of the body and are electrically connected to the LEDs and the fan for supplying current. The module can be installed in various structures or systems, including in a luminaire, an overhead light housing or a track light system.Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2009Date of Patent: November 26, 2013Assignee: Spectronics CorporationInventors: Gustavo Garcia, John Duerr, Chih-Tsung Su
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Patent number: 8579453Abstract: Fragrance-releasing cartridges for decorative illuminated assemblies of the type having an electrical cord terminated by at least one electrical connector, at least one lighting element, and at least one lighting element socket electrically coupled to the electrical cord and dimensioned and arranged to retain and make electrical contact with a corresponding lighting element. Each cartridge is formed from a molded polymer impregnated with a scented compound that is released at a substantially higher rate while heated by one of an associated lighting element and a discrete, resistive heating element.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2012Date of Patent: November 12, 2013Inventors: Steven Martin Cohen, Gerald Cummings, David Vogel
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Patent number: 8556441Abstract: The present invention relates to a fragrance emitting article in the form of a lamp shade comprising: an outer surface, where at least one fragrance is applied to the outer surface; and an inner surface, where at least one fragrance is applied to the inner surface. In one exemplary embodiment, the lamp shade includes a pyramidal structure that includes an open top having a periphery and an open base having a periphery. A supporting frame maintains the pyramidal structure, where the supporting frame is coupled with the periphery of the structure at the open top and the open base.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2009Date of Patent: October 15, 2013Inventors: Matthew Battle, Frederick Battle
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Publication number: 20130265743Abstract: A lamp structure comprises a base, a light-guiding body, and a shade. The base defines an opening at a top thereof and multiple air holes at a periphery thereof, and provided with an electrical plug and a control switch. The interior of the base is provided with a control circuit board including a light module and a negative-ion generator, wherein the control circuit board is electrically connected with the electrical plug and the control switch. The light-guiding body is fitted into the base via the opening of the base, so that the light emitting from the light module can be directed out of the base. The shade is mounted on top of the base, wherein the shade is configured to be a hollow cylinder defining multiple light-through holes on a periphery thereof, whereby the light going out of the base can go through the light-through holes of the shade.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2012Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventor: HUAN-PING LEE
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Patent number: 8550643Abstract: A fitting for through hole mounting to a panel of a bathing installation includes in one exemplary embodiment a flange structure fabricated of a transparent or translucent material, the flange structure including a hollow body portion adapted to extend through a mount hole in the panel and having an outer peripheral portion, and a transverse flange portion having an outer size larger than the hole opening, so that a peripheral flange portion overlaps the panel surrounding the hole when the flange structure is installed in the mount hole. A light source attachment portion is attached to the body portion of the flange structure and configured so that with the flange structure mounted to the panel, light emitted from one or more light sources mounted in the light source attachment portion is transmitted through the body portion and into the transverse flange structure to illuminate at least a portion of the transverse flange portion.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2011Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: Balboa Water Group, Inc.Inventors: Eric J. Kownacki, Graham J. Campbell
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Publication number: 20130250548Abstract: A light beam guided liquid delivery device for tracking the placement of a sample by a liquid delivery device into a receptacle like a milliliter or microliter scale tube, or a microtiter plate, includes a liquid delivery device and a light beam generator. The light beam generator may be positioned on the outside or inside of the liquid delivery device. The light beam generator may be adapted to shoot a light beam below the tip of the liquid delivery device, whereby, a user may track the placement of the tip of the liquid delivery device via the light beam.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 28, 2013Publication date: September 26, 2013Inventors: David Andrew Carr, Jennifer W. Weller
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Publication number: 20130235558Abstract: An awning roll attachment that mounts directly to the awning roll and includes an internal illumination system and misting system. The awning roll attachment is connected to a roll tube using a press fit connection. The illumination system includes a light strip that is seated or embedded within a longitudinal channel formed in the attachment body. The misting system includes a plurality of misting nozzles that are tapped into bores in the attachment body and are in open communication with an internal fluid passage formed in the attachment body that runs its entire length. A connection fitting is connected to the fluid passage at one end of the attachment body and an end plug closes the fluid passage at the opposite end of the attachment body.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2012Publication date: September 12, 2013Inventor: Wei Zhou
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Patent number: 8529078Abstract: A mist lamp comprises a base, a container for storing a liquid, a mist generator, a shade, a light module, and a circuit board. The container is adapted to be mounted to the base. The mist generator is fitted into an opening of the container for converting the liquid into mist. The shade is located around the container and mounted to the base, the shade defining a hole communicated with an outlet of the mist generator such that mist converted in the container by the mist generator can be delivered to the ambient through the hole. The light module is adapted to be mounted in a recess of the base. The circuit board is adapted to be mounted in the recess of the base and electrically connected with the light module and the mist generator for controlling operations of the light module and the mist generator.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2011Date of Patent: September 10, 2013Inventor: Huan-Ping Lee
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Patent number: 8522372Abstract: A vertical pipe has an upper end and a lower end. The vertical pipe is adapted to be coupled to a pool water outlet. A T-coupler has horizontal first and second legs and a downward extending vertical third leg receiving the T-coupler. Transparent first and second sleeves are attached to the first leg and second legs. Each sleeve has an end cap. An inner cylinder is provided within the second sleeve. The inner cylinder has closed and open ends. A power cylinder is provided within the first sleeve. A gasket hydraulically seals the first sleeve from the second sleeve and the T-coupler. A light source is coupled to the power cylinder extending into the T-coupler. Apertures are provided in the second sleeve. The apertures face upwardly and outwardly.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2011Date of Patent: September 3, 2013Inventors: Matthew L. Lafon, Randy D. Messer
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Publication number: 20130221868Abstract: The invention relates generally to an illuminable wall socket plate for replacing existing wall sockets in one simple installation step. The illuminable wall socket plate obtains electric current from a socket to power a light by connecting metal tabs on the back side of the illuminable wall socket plate to socket terminals, and transferring electric current from the socket terminals to a light in the wall socket plate through conductive material, in accordance with the invention described herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 6, 2011Publication date: August 29, 2013Applicant: VENMILL INDUSTRIES, INC.Inventor: Daniel A. Diotte
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Publication number: 20130223043Abstract: A decorative display apparatus comprising a flameless candle with an integrated fountain is disclosed. The flameless candle with integrated fountain is designed to be a stand-alone device. The flameless candle with integrated fountain includes a translucent candle body containing a water reservoir to which an optional scent may be added, a power source which may be a battery, USB or DC supply from an AC converter, a pump and an integrated water and light diffuser. The flameless candle with integrated fountain may be operated in either candle-only mode or candle and fountain mode. The device may also be operated on a timer.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2013Publication date: August 29, 2013Inventor: Brian Ray
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Patent number: 8517553Abstract: A fan light apparatus comprises: a ceiling mount disk; a light frame, coupled to the ceiling mount disk; a lamp, fixed onto the light frame; a fan installing case, installed to the bottom of the light frame; a fan motor, installed in the fan installing case; a vane, pivotally coupled to the fan motor spindle; a support, movably coupled to an internal side of the bottom of the fan installing case; a wind-guide fan motor, fixed to the center of the support; a wind-guide vane, sheathed on a spindle of the wind-guide fan motor; a latch, pivotally coupled to the spindle of the wind-guide fan motor for supporting the wind-guide vane; and an anion generator, installed in a space between the vane and the wind-guide vane.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2011Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: Superiorlite Corporation LimitedInventors: Charles Lan, Guo-You Liu
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Patent number: 8506105Abstract: An apparatus is provided including at least one electronic component. The apparatus also includes an enclosure enclosing the at least one electronic component. The enclosure includes at least one wall defined by a membrane. The apparatus further includes a piezoelectric actuator that is fixed at a first end and rigidly attached to the membrane at a second end. Application of alternating current to the piezoelectric actuator generates a pulsating mechanical deformation of the membrane.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2011Date of Patent: August 13, 2013Assignee: Generla Electric CompanyInventors: Rajdeep Sharma, Stanton Earl Weaver, Jr., Glenn Howard Kuenzler, Mehmet Arik, Gary Robert Allen, Jeffrey Marc Nall
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Publication number: 20130201659Abstract: A lamp socket and cable bracket assembly includes a lamp socket holding a lamp bulb, electrical wires extended from the lamp socket for connection to power source, and a flat cable bracket configured to hold the electrical wires in a smoothly curved manner against stretching and to dissipate heat radiated by the lamp bulb, avoiding electrical wire damage.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2012Publication date: August 8, 2013Inventor: Ming Jen HSIAO
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Patent number: 8500305Abstract: A thermal management apparatus includes a lighting assembly and a cooling module that is removably coupled to the lighting assembly. A recessed downlight fixture includes a housing having an open end, an electrical power access port, a cooling module in the housing that is removably coupled to the electrical power access port, and a light source in the housing that is removably coupled to the electrical power access port. The light source is operable to project light through the open end of the housing. A cooling device is provided that includes a male Edison or GU24 port interface and a female Edison or GU 24 port interface.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2008Date of Patent: August 6, 2013Assignee: Cree, Inc.Inventors: Timothy J. O'Sullivan, Nicholas W. Medendorp, Jr., Paul Kenneth Pickard
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Patent number: 8499974Abstract: A hand-held non-lethal self-defense chemical spray device possessing a focused light source that automatically activates upon removal of the device from a holster to aid in the safe and effective use of the device by the operator such as a law enforcement officer. The focused light source emits a light in the direction of the chemical spray prior to and during discharge of the device to aid in the aiming of the chemical spray and assist the operator in seeing the target in low-light conditions. The focused light source automatically turns-on upon removal of the device from a holster, and automatically turns-off upon replacement of the device inside the holster. The spray canister does not require the user to manually activate the light source and retains similar size shape and form to that of a conventional self defense spray canister already in use by law enforcement officers nationwide.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2009Date of Patent: August 6, 2013Inventor: Ron Bennett
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Patent number: 8494351Abstract: A fragrance generator provides a scent dispenser for mounting on a light emitter of a decorative light, such as those used at holidays. A silicone rubber scented sleeve is placed over and around a cylindrical light emitter. Upon energizing the decorative light, the heat generated by the light emitter warms the scented sleeve and thereby enhances the rate of scent emission from the scented sleeve. An optional scent reservoir formed at one end of the scented sleeve enables the retention of additional amounts of liquid fragrance oil(s). Placement of the light emitter within and extending it throughout the sleeve, and into the fragrance reservoir, results in a further enhancement in amount and duration of scent emission.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2011Date of Patent: July 23, 2013Inventor: Cheryl A. Hayes
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Publication number: 20130176709Abstract: An illuminated tap handle comprises a handle casing, a LED light strip, a battery, a charging station, and a remote control. The LED light strip comprises a plurality of LED lights. The plurality of LED lights and the battery are hermetically sealed within the handle casing to prevent damage from corrosive materials and electronically connected to each other. The handle casing design can be easily altered to meet the needs of the consumer. The LED light strip and the battery can be installed in any casing design to better promote the branding. The remote control controls the effects of the plurality of LED lights. An induction charging method is used to charge the illuminated tap handle to prevent any kind of damages that may happen during the charging process. The illuminated tap handle is easily connected to the existing beer towers with a simple screwing mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2012Publication date: July 11, 2013Inventors: Andrew S. Walker, James R. Lester, Brian D. G. Maxfield
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Patent number: 8480248Abstract: A control circuit for color changing LED devices with volatile active emissions and hidden input jacks is disclosed. The circuit allows the device to use variously sized power adapters, and a plurality of colored LEDs positioned so as to emit a colored light show. The circuit also includes a volatile active dispenser to control volatile active emission rates. A hidden input jack is also disposed to provide additional power as required. Thus, the circuit provides the combination of illumination and/or ambient light, colored light shows, volatile active emission control, and combinations thereof, within a single standalone device.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2008Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: Scott W. Demarest, Simon M. Conway, Kevin Harrity, Scott D. Walter
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Publication number: 20130170184Abstract: A light and fragrance producing device includes an electrically powered light source and a separate electrically powered heating element. The device also includes a fragrance disk that can emit fragrances when heated by the heating element. The fragrance disk also can be configured to remain solid while heated by the heating element rather than melting or evaporating. The device can also include a decorative outer housing that can be interchangeable.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2013Publication date: July 4, 2013Applicant: IDC ENCHANTED LIGHTING COMPANY, LLCInventors: John Browder, Matthew Kowalec, Alan Rushing, Brett Moody
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Publication number: 20130155651Abstract: A plumbing fixture using an integrated light pipe wherein a multi-shot method of injection molding is used to apply transparent, light channeling plastic completely or partially over surface areas of parts used above and below the waterline in the spa, pool or recreational water industry. Light is provided to the transparent over-molded portion of parts via a lighting element that can be molded onto the specific parts to be lit or assembled as a separate component to a part. All parts to be lit are directly or serially wired to a power supply mounted within the major appliance housing and are operated by an appropriate control device. This unique multi-shot manufacturing method and approach to illuminating targeted components and/or features provides lighting effects in a way that is simple and rugged and well suited to the rigorous environment of recreational uses of plumbing fixtures and illumination.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2013Publication date: June 20, 2013Inventor: Kip CARTER