Did You Know...
...Chester Carlson was a patent agent who tired of having to make multiple copies of patent applications using the only duplication method available at the time: carbon paper. In 1959 he came up with a new copying system and took it to IBM for evaluation. The "experts" at IBM determined potential sales to be only 5,000 units because people wouldn't want to use a bulky machine when they had carbon paper. Carlson's invention was the xerography process, the company founded on the system is Xerox.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8215789 | Light-emitting apparatus A light-emitting apparatus includes a housing defining an interior space. A light-emitting diode in the interior space of the housing projects upward from the interior bottom surface. A support surface in the interior space above the light-emitting diode is configur... | 07/10/2012 |
| 7686471 | Standalone flame simulator An apparatus for simulating flames using fabric flame sheets or elements. The apparatus includes a fan or blower for producing a volume of air flow and two or more flame elements positioned in the fan air flow. First and second light sources, such as high powered li... | 03/30/2010 |
| 7677753 | Programmable remote control electrical light operating system A control system for turning conventional AC electric window lights on and off particularly during the holiday season by means of a central, wireless remote control is herein disclosed. Specifically, the apparatus provides for the remote control of traditional, elec... | 03/16/2010 |
| 7658507 | Image producing candle apparatus 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 an... | 02/09/2010 |
| 7591565 | Display device for creating a backlit effect on a display article 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, displa... | 09/22/2009 |
| 7503668 | Device providing coordinated emission of light and volatile active A flameless candle that releases a volatile active includes at least one LED positioned in a tip (106), a cartridge mount (128), and a support structure (102, 141). The at least one LED emits a flickering light that emulates a flame of a candle.... | 03/17/2009 |
| 7422428 | Candlestick and method of making same A candlestick includes a tubular cartridge of biodegradable material having an upper end which forms a socket for a candle and a lower end, and a sleeve of flexible biodegradable material encircling the cartridge and extending appreciably above the upper end thereof... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7422355 | Illumination device An illumination device is provided which includes a lighting stand (3) in which a torch portion (11) including a light source support (13) on which a plurality of light sources (2a to 2c) is supported is provided upri... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7377772 | Filled/containerized candle lid and burn control device A candle container with a holder and burn control cover. The burn control cover and holder are configured in such a manner to create air intake vents for more efficient burning of a candle. The burn control cover includes a lower ring and an exhaust hole. A removabl... | 05/27/2008 |
| 7360918 | High-efficiency solar-charging LED window candle 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... | 04/22/2008 |
| 7350720 | Active material emitting device An active material cartridge comprises a frame and an active material refill. The active material refill comprises at least one reservoir having an active material therein and a protrusion extending from a first end thereof. The active material refill is disposed on... | 04/01/2008 |
| 7309024 | Wick assembly for dispensing a volatile liquid from a container and method of assembling same An interference fit assembly comprises a wick constructed of a porous polymer and a wall constructed of a polymer for interference engagement with the wick. The wick has a weight of 3.3 grams. ... | 12/18/2007 |
| 7264368 | Helmet mounted electroluminescent position indicator A position indicator (10) for a helmet (1), for example a bicyclist's safety helmet, comprises a protruberant diffuser (12) containing one or more electroluminescent strips (60, 61); at least part of the emitted light is distributed throu... | 09/04/2007 |
| 7261455 | System and method for generating a flickering flame effect A system for creating a flickering effect comprising a simulated candle housing, a light communicating channel on the housing, a source of ultraviolet light disposed in the channel, and a simulated flame having ultraviolet material thereon movable back and forth fro... | 08/28/2007 |
| 7255455 | Candle extinguisher and a method for producing a candle extinguisher A candle extinguisher includes a body of thin-plate, non-combustible material, the body having a ring-shaped part defining an inner space, with an inner diameter at least slightly exceeding the outer diameter of a candle on which the extinguisher is to be positioned... | 08/14/2007 |
| 7252423 | Candle with magnetically activated internal illumination A candle and base combination with a decorative light element is provided. The candle body preferably has a first substantially opaque section and a second at least partially translucent section, and at least one hollow portion formed in the second section. The base... | 08/07/2007 |
| 7249863 | Solar-powered lighting system The present invention relates to a solar-powered lighting system that may be used to decorate trees and other outdoor items. The system of the present invention comprises a solar energy gatherer that converts solar energy to electrical energy, a storage battery, a l... | 07/31/2007 |
| 7249947 | Venting chassis for a containerized candle The venting chassis is designed to function optimally with jar candles that have small diameter mouths, and jar candles that have oddly shaped, non-cylindrical or smaller sized jars. The venting chassis includes an annular skirt that is dimensioned to extend below t... | 07/31/2007 |
| 7244041 | Safety candle A safety candle comprising: a tea light candle holder and at least one tea light candle insert. ... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7244398 | Device for dispensing a volatile liquid using a wick in an ambient air stream A wick-based emanation device for dispensing a volatile liquid is disclosed. The dispensing device includes a housing and a fan mounted in the housing for generating an air stream used for dispersing the volatile liquid. Walls of the housing form an enclosure for mo... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7237925 | Lighting apparatus for creating a substantially homogenous lit appearance A lighting apparatus for creating a substantially homogenous lit appearance along the length of the apparatus is provided. The lighting apparatus includes an elongated envelope, an LED mounted in the elongated envelope, and a reflector. The elongated envelope includ... | 07/03/2007 |
| 7204619 | Battery operated sconces and chandeliers Battery operated sconces, battery operated chandeliers, battery operated candles and candles with unique shapes are disclosed. ... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7175298 | Lantern with a multiple lighting effect lens and swivel light source The present invention provides lanterns that have a globe or lens with portions that differ in their light transmitting characteristics such that each portion provides a different illuminating effect, and a candle or other light source held within the globe or lens ... | 02/13/2007 |
| 7168948 | Hinged attachment to a spinning candle topper A candle topper fits onto containerized candles, such as scented candles within a cylindrical apothecary jar, not only serving to enhance efficient combustion and add a decorative finish thereto, but also directing exhaust gases as a convective motive force to spin ... | 01/30/2007 |
| 7159994 | System and method for generating a flickering flame effect A system for creating a flickering effect comprises a light communicating cable, at least one light receiving cable secured on a rotatable mount rotatable about a horizontal axis, a light diffuser element in communication with the at least one light receiving cable ... | 01/09/2007 |
| 7137416 | Method for producing an optical-fibre based fabric The invention relates to a method for weaving a fabric containing, at least partly, glass-fibres as warp threads and/or weft threads, which are treated in such a way that they enable light to be diffused in a substantially perpendicular direction with respect to the... | 11/21/2006 |
| 7128766 | Triacylglycerol based wax compositions Wax compositions that have a high triacylglycerol content are provided. The wax compositions can be used to produce candle and are particularly useful in the production of container candles. The wax compositions commonly have a melting point of about 50° C. to 57°... | 10/31/2006 |
| 7118245 | Trainman's lantern A trainman's lantern having a reflector that produces both a main beam and secondary illumination for signaling purposes. The reflector includes inner and outer reflective surfaces. An incandescent bulb mounted centrally within the reflector produces the concentrate... | 10/10/2006 |
| 7118243 | Wax shell imitation candle with improved resistance to cracking An imitation candle having an exterior wax shell and an interior illumination source is structured to reduce cracking of the exterior wax shell by incorporating a bonding layer into a central cavity in the shell between the interior illumination source and the wax s... | 10/10/2006 |
| 7104669 | Decorative sconce-like article for displaying environmental elements Apparatus for a decorative ornamental structure for canned fuels 30, including solid and liquid fuels that is provided in a plurality of sizes. The decorative ornamental structure is composed of spaced apart sconce-like elements 14, 16 having a backing... | 09/12/2006 |
| 7098600 | Candle with internal illumination A candle with a decorative light element is provided. A light emitting device is disposed within the main body of the candle, and a sensor connected to the light emitting device detects the presence of a flame on the wick. When a flame is detected by the sensor, the... | 08/29/2006 |
| 7093961 | Lantern with imitation flame source A decorative lantern evocative of enclosing a candle or other open flame type light source includes an imitation candle and a super bright light emitting diode hidden with the lantern to illuminate the imitation candle from outside. A wick having a polished tip prod... | 08/22/2006 |
| 7086752 | Device for creating a self-extinguishing and relightable candle and a candle including such a device A self-extinguishing and relightable candle and a device for incorporation into a candle to make it self-extinguishing and relightable, are disclosed. The candle comprises a consumable candle body having a wick, and at least one of the extinguishing devices mounted ... | 08/08/2006 |
| 7082714 | Light vase A vessel provides a decorative display of a floral arrangement or like items utilizing a reservoir of liquid for providing visual effects, with the items placed within the reservoir and extending upwardly out of the reservoir, and a light source within an inner cham... | 08/01/2006 |
| 7073920 | Lamp A lamp includes a body having a receptacle to receive a liquid or gel fuel, and a cover. The lamp closely resembles a candle. ... | 07/11/2006 |
| 7055984 | Candleholder Candleholders suitable for outdoor use include a base unit for holding a candle, this unit having a candle supporting surface and an upstanding wall portion, and a separate cover member for placement over the candle or candles and the base unit. The cover member for... | 06/06/2006 |
| 7048421 | Self-contained light-emitting means for a vehicle A self-contained light-emitting means for a vehicle for not only expressing oneself but also to make the vehicle more visible. The self-contained light-emitting means for a vehicle includes a rotor securely mounted to the axle of a vehicle for rotation therewith, a ... | 05/23/2006 |
| 7044425 | Integrated keyboard platform and document support An integrated keyboard platform and document support includes a base and a keyboard support member having an upper surface. The keyboard support member is movably mounted to the base to provide adjustment through a plurality of positions of the keyboard support memb... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7040795 | Fiber optic Christmas tree stand A Christmas tree stand has a base for supporting the stand above a ground level and a shell having a lateral surface. The shell is disposed atop the base so as to define an inner volume and the shell houses electrical components within the inner volume. The shell ha... | 05/09/2006 |
| 7036954 | Modular candleholder assembly A modular candleholder assembly includes a first candleholder including an elongated plate having a top side having a plurality of wells extending therein. A rod is attached to a bottom side of the plate and has a free end defining a threaded male coupler. A second ... | 05/02/2006 |
