Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a display module, a display device, and an assembling method of the display module. The display module includes: a display panel; a backplane disposed on one side of the display panel away from a light emitting surface of the display panel; a reflective sheet disposed between the display panel and the backplane; and an adapter bracket disposed between the reflective sheet and the backplane, and configured to connect with an external support structure located outside the display module, wherein the adapter bracket has a first surface and a second surface, the first surface is fixed on a surface of the backplane adjacent to the display panel in a surface contact manner, and the second surface supports the reflective sheet.

Abstract: Improved housings for electronic devices are disclosed. An electronic device housing can make use of at least one outer member (e.g., cover) that can be aligned, protected and/or secured with respect to other portions of the housing for the electronic device. In one embodiment, an electronic device housing can have one or more outer members (e.g., exposed major surfaces), such as front or back surfaces, that are formed of glass. Protective sides can be provided in some embodiments to protect the edges of the one or more glass surfaces so as to dissipate impact forces and thus reduce damage to the electronic device housing. The one or more glass surfaces can be part of outer member assemblies that can be secured to other portions of the electronic device housing. The electronic device can be portable and in some cases handheld.

Abstract: A display device (100) comprising: a display panel (120); a middle frame (130) holding the display panel (120); and an upper frame (110) covering the display panel (120) from a display surface side. The middle frame (130) includes a placing portion (133) on which a peripheral portion of the display panel (120) is placed, the upper frame (110) includes a frame portion (115), which is disposed opposite to the peripheral portion of the display panel (120). A distance between the placing portion (133) and the frame portion (115), which are disposed opposite to each other on corner portions of the display panel (120), differs from a distance between the placing portion (133) and the frame portion (115), which are disposed opposite to each other on a central portion of the display panel (120).

Abstract: Apparatus which can be operated to selectively hide or reveal visual or graphical displays or material. In some embodiments, an apparatus useful for presenting advertising material which can be operated to reveal or display graphical advertising in a display-mode and, conversely, to hide or conceal such graphical advertising when in a conceal-mode.

Abstract: The present invention is a portable illuminated display device. The device includes a plurality of light emitting diodes (LEDs) that provide light to the device, a substrate that is lit by the LEDs, a plurality of batteries that power the display, an image that includes a message or other indicia and a color insert that can change the LEDs light color. The device also includes a core with an electronics component, a light panel that receives the light from the LEDs and provides a homogenous area of light, a cover with a cover surface, a casing with a back lid, a front lid and an opening between the lids, a vertical and horizontal attachment point, a on and off push button and a metal plate and a plurality of magnets to allow a user to attach the device.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and apparatus for improving the backlit display printed image quality. In accordance with the method, the front side image is printed as an original high quality image. The backside image is printed as a blurred image. Both images are generated from the same digital image data.

Abstract: A display device for creating a backlit effect on a display article—such as a photograph—with a candle. The display device includes a candle container and a display panel attached to the wall of the candle container by a stand-off. The wall of the candle, display panel, and stand-off together form a pocket for receiving a sleeve which receives a display article. Both the display panel, inside wall and sleeve allow the light of the candle to transmit through the display device and create a backlit effect on the display article that is viewable through the display panel.

Abstract: A lighted display frame for a jigsaw puzzle includes a light transmissive top and a switch activating slide actuator which results in a light emitting element illuminating the puzzle, the slide actuator being actuated by engagement of the puzzle therewith.

Abstract: Windows and other articles made from dimethyl bisphenol cyclohexane (DMBPC) polycarbonate exhibit enhanced scratch resistance properties and Mw degradation resistance properties as compared to traditional polycarbonates. Such windows and other articles made from DMBPC polycarbonate can be used in various applications including buildings, particularly in agricultural environments and in electronic devices.

Abstract: Techniques for displaying three-dimensional photograph for a substantially enhanced three-dimensional visual result and clarity are disclosed. Although there are several ways to view a three-dimensional photograph, the invention herein provides a particularly thin, light weight, economical, long life, convenient, flexible, having uniform illumination with the right amount of back light suitable for viewing three-dimensional photographs and produces a substantially enhanced three-dimensional visual effect and clarity of the object or objects depicted in the three-dimensional photograph. According to one aspect of these techniques, an electroluminescent lighting for the back lit on the display panel is provided and energized either by battery, rechargeable battery or AC adapter. The display panel includes a lenticular sheet, a three-dimensional photograph and a back lit lighting source, specifically, an electroluminescent lighting sheet and an inverter energizing said lighting sheet.

Abstract: A frame for a display apparatus includes a plurality of frame members, each of which includes a side wall portion, a supporting portion, and a coupling portion, and a plurality of coupling members. The side wall portion covers a side of a display apparatus. The supporting portion is extended from the side wall to form an angle and covers a side portion of an upper surface of the display apparatus. The coupling portion is formed at one of the side wall portion and the supporting portion. The coupling members are disposed at corner portions of the display apparatus. Each of the coupling members is insertable into each coupling portion of the two frame members, respectively, to combine the two frame members with each other.

Abstract: The present reflector is an acrylic screen or curtain created for the purpose of illuminating designs and images by candlelight. The reflector is a free standing, thermo-molded, light-weight, acrylic form with decorative fabric affixed to the convex side of the form to be used in conjunction with a candle placed within the concave area of the form for illuminating the fabric images and softening the light from the candle. The concave side of the form, not covered with the fabric, reflects the light in such a way as to give the appearance of a flame levitating in the air, as if a hologram, above the actual candle. The designs are printed on a synthetic poly silk fabric using dye sublimation process and may easily be cleaned with a damp sponge or cloth. The. curved acrylic form is edged with copper foiling for a decorative finish that will patina over time.

Abstract: An audio-visual display device for pictorial artwork is disclosed. The preferred embodiment has a universal backbox which contains a lightboard capable of lighting up any and/or all sections of a pictorial artwork placed above it, a hidden electric eye for detecting when the viewer wishes to see a snippet of an audio-visual sequence, a speaker, a memory for storing snippets of an audio sequence, and a microprocessor which receives signals from the electric eye and controls the speaker and the lightboard in accordance with an audio-visual sequence which brings to life the pictorial artwork.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a photo display system having a decorative frame, an imaged transparency disposed on the decorative frame and a diffuser film disposed on the imaged transparency. The photo display system also has a base having a means for mounting the decorative frame and a means for attaching a diffuse reflector. The diffuse reflector is disposed behind the decorative frame as viewed from the imaged transparency side of the photo display system.

Abstract: A board is made of translucent material and has two connecting plates formed on a side face of the board and a pattern formed on the board. A night light has five pairs of sockets adapted to connect to five plugs, two ears formed on opposite side faces of the night light to correspond to the connecting plates, a set of connecting pins formed on a rear side face of the night light to adapt for connecting to a wall outlet and a bulb received inside the night light. When the night light is connected to the wall outlet via the set of connecting pins, the bulb is lit to present the pattern of the board through the translucent board.

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses a process for forming a translucent first image onto a transparent media 34 and forming a translucent mirror image of the first image onto a second transparent media 36 whereupon the first image and the second mirror image are placed face to face or back to back and positioned between opposing layers 42, 44 of transparent material where application of ambient light will produce a luminous effect on the dual image. Enhancement of a part or entire images is further achieved by centrally placing a thin layer of tissue paper 46, cut into the desired shape and sized between the two layers 34, 36 of transparent media holding the images. The tissue paper 46 serves to diffuse light imparting a luminous quality to the coplanar images, in either frontal 16 or backlighting 18 conditions.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a photo display system that can quickly and easily be converted from an ambient light backlit viewing mode to a powered backlit viewing mode. The photo display system includes an imaged transparency, a diffuser film disposed next to the imaged transparency and a diffuse reflector.

Abstract: A picture frame for providing three dimensional visual effects to pictures. The picture frame includes a base stand including a base portion and upright end portions having ends which are disposed parallel to the base portion. A box member has side walls, a back wall, a front wall having an opening therethrough. The box member is pivotally mounted to the base stand. Mirrors are mounted upon the side, bottom and top walls in the box member. A light-emitting assembly is attached to the box member for illuminating inside the box member. A window securely disposed in the opening in the front wall. A picture stand which includes a base member having slots therein and which is securely mounted upon the bottom wall of the box member. A picture which is removably supported in the slots in the base member and faces the window and is visible through the window.

Abstract: A art display bracket for mounting works of art in a spaced apart relationship from a wall. The art display bracket includes an elongate mounting bracket that has opposite first and second ends and a longitudinal axis extending between the first and second ends. The second end of the mounting bracket has a stop portion extending upwardly from it. The mounting bracket has a flange upwardly extending from it that is positioned towards the second end of the mounting bracket. The flange has a threaded aperture extending through it. A threaded fastener is threadably inserted in the threaded aperture of the flange of the mounting bracket and is generally aligned with the longitudinal axis of the mounting bracket.

Abstract: A fastening system and method to secure a light panel to the rear of a picture frame through the use of dual locking refittable fasteners in combination with retainers of the frame. The versatile thin illumination assembly system, consisting of the combination of the light panel and mounting system, can be applied to most existing display frames, thus converting a non-illuminated picture frame to an illuminated picture frame. The system when coupled with a frame creates an open backing that maintains the original light panel housing and eliminates heat buildup or dissipation complications often experienced with closed mounting systems. The mounting system and method requires no additional tools for the assembly process, and the resulting frame assembly is thin and easy to assemble.

Abstract: An apparatus for displaying a transparency includes a Fresnel lens panel and a support structure. The support structure supports the transparency on a horizontal surface in an upright viewing position, and supports the Fresnel lens panel in a position behind the transparency. In this configuration, light passing through the Fresnel lens panel from the rear of the Fresnel lens panel is directed through the transparency for viewing of the transparency.

Abstract: An article is produced that utilizes a transparent substrate having a dye sublimation image incorporated preferably into a rear surface thereof. A light reflective coating is applied to the rear surface so that the image is evenly illuminated by a light source located behind the substrate, the image when illuminated having striking depth and clarity. The method for producing the imaged transparent substrate uses a minimum number of steps to provide a low cost high quality article.

Abstract: An image reproducing apparatus having a small size and which is highly portable reproduces an image contained within a hologram or holographic stereogram. In one embodiment, when a movable section movably attached to an apparatus body is moved from a first position, in which the movable section abuts the apparatus body, to a second position in which the movable section and apparatus body are separated, illumination light from a light source is irradiated at a predetermined incidence angle onto a hologram or holographic stereogram attached to a hologram attach section. In other embodiments, light from a light source is reflected from an edge portion of a light transmitting member, or from a separately provided mirror, to be irradiated at a predetermined angle onto the hologram or holographic stereogram.

Abstract: A photoluminescent evacuation route kit includes a U-shaped base frame for mounting on a wall surface or door panel by screws, the base frame defining a mounting groove, a mylar transparency of custom graphics sandwiched in between a photoluminescent back drop and a clear protective lens and inserted with the photoluminescent back drop and the clear protective lens into the mounting groove of the base frame, and a top frame detachably fastened to the base frame by screws to hold the mylar transparency, the photoluminescent back drop and the clear protective lens in the mounting groove of the base frame.

Abstract: A display apparatus for an art work includes a work support structure on which the art work rests; a power source; and an electric power circuit containing a light source oriented toward the work and a switch wired to a sensor for detecting the approach of a person, and upon detection to close the switch and thereby activate the light source to illuminate the work. The light source preferably is a low heat, substantially full visible spectrum light source. The light source preferably includes a fluorescent bulb and a reflector adjacent to the fluorescent bulb, the reflector being oriented relative to the fluorescent bulb to direct light from the fluorescent bulb toward the art work. The apparatus preferably additionally includes a timer, where the sensor is connected to the timer to shut off the switch a pre-set length of time after the moment of the last detected motion or body heat.

Abstract: A system or kit for creating readily changeable messages is provided. The system includes a plurality of letter boxes, a plurality of removably mountable and interchangeable letter panels and a plurality of lights. Each letter box has an opening for receiving a light such that when the panel is attached thereto, the panel is backlit so that an image imprinted on the panel will be visually perceptible. The letter boxes can be arranged in any order to create any desired design or message. The message can be easily changed simply by moving the panel and replacing it with another panel having a different image thereon and/or adding or removing other letter boxes. The letter boxes are nestable within one another such that a kit including a plurality of letter boxes, lights and letter panels can be placed in a single package for shipping, sale and/or storage purposes.

Abstract: A light box having a pair of retractable flat legs that fit into shallow depressions in the rear surface of the housing for the light box and are pivotable from a storage position wherein they are substantially entirely within the depression and a functional position wherein they project out from the housing and can serve to help support the light box on a flat surface with its translucent surface exposed to the side. The legs, when in the functional position, are helped to be held in place by close fitting adjacent edge wells of the depression and are resiliently bendable so as to be able to be moved between the storage and active positions by being flexibly bent outward by the user and rotated over the non-depression or raised portions of the rear surface and yet snap back into either depressed position.

Abstract: A system and method of backlighting a display is disclosed in which one or more light sources may be used to provide substantially appropriate uniform backlighting of a display medium and simultaneously provide a visually pleasing light source for a decorative display frame. The disclosed system and method provide for one or more light sources, a lightbox for the light sources, a light mask to provide uniform distribution of the illumination provided by the light sources, a display media container to secure and protect the visual media to be backlit, an optional decorative frame, and an offsetting structure to separate the decorative frame and/or lightbox from the display media container.The disclosed invention increases the visual appeal of photographs and other visual media while providing a compact and safe means for media display that eliminates the nonuniform illumination and heat buildup problems present in the prior art.

Abstract: Laminar translucent artwork is displayed by back-lighting it substantially uniformly for viewing by transmitted light, bordering it with an opaque border, and decoratively framing it along the outside edge, and preferably also along the inside edge, of the border. Preferred display apparatus includes a shallow light-box containing a light source and flanged to provide the border, a light-diffusion sheet overlying the light-box and underlying the artwork, a transparent cover sheet for the artwork, overlain by the border(s).

Abstract: An automobile accessory comprising an illuminated picture frame which is insertable into a receptacle of a cigarette lighter of a motor vehicle for power and for mounting. The picture frame has a plug assembly which is compatible with the receptacle of the cigarette lighter with respect to interfit within the receptacle. The plug assembly also has electrodes located to connect to power from the receptacle. The plug assembly therefore both supports the picture frame and provides electrical power for lighting. A suitable lamp is provided behind the picture or slide for back lighting the same. The picture frame has electrical circuitry connecting the light to the electrodes. A switch is provided for extinguishing the lamp. The switch may be located on the visible exterior of the picture frame or alternatively, on the plug assembly.

Abstract: An ornament for displaying a standard 35 mm slide mount including removable planar frame member to hold the transparency, a body member with integral device for attaching the ornament to a decorative string of lights, a reflector within the body member for reflecting light toward the 35 mm slide to be viewed, and a diffuser within the body member to diffuse the light directed toward the 35 mm slide to be viewed. The removable planar frame may be rectangular in shape to simulate a picture frame.

Abstract: A neon light box which uses a C.C.F.L. and a light guide to provide a more uniform and brighter light source than in prior art devices. The neon light box has ferro-metallic bars on the window and the top cover, to which a transparent cover with magnetic bars fixed thereon is attached to provide a space for displaying an advertisement slide. The light box uses metal bars mounted to a top cover and window to compensate for the height difference between the top cover and the window, so as to create a smooth surface when used in conjunction with a transparent cover.

Abstract: A display arrangement for illuminating posters and other non-opaque planar artwork comprising an item of artwork affixed to an essentially transparent mounting member, and a plurality of precisely configured neon light tubes mounted behind the item of artwork. The light tubes are arranged in a predetermined pattern consonant with the subject matter of the artwork, with each of the light tubes being positioned behind a selected portion of the artwork, to illuminate and enhance such selected portion of the artwork when the light tubes are energized.

Abstract: A picture illumination display device (10) comprising a picture frame (12). A one-way mirror (14) is in the picture frame (12), so that when a person normally looks into the one-way mirror (14) a reflection will be seen. A picture (16) is carried in the picture frame (12) behind the one-way mirror (14). A facility (18) behind the picture (16), is for producing light. Once the light producing facility (18) is activated an image of the picture (16) will be projected through the one-way mirror (14), to allow a person looking into the one-way mirror (14) to see the projected image from the picture (16).