The disclosed technology includes an internal support structure for providing structural stability to an inflated airbed. The internal support structure may include an internal support wall connected to side panels by one or more side support beams. The internal support structure may further include corner support walls and a plurality of internal support beams to provide additional support.
The disclosed technology includes an pressure-controlled air mattress for enabling a user to set a desired firmness or pressure level of the air mattress. The pressure-controlled air mattress may automatically maintain the desired pressure by replacing leaked air with air from a pressurized air reservoir.
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide systems and methods for attaching pool accessories, such as LED light strings, to a pool liner. The systems and methods for attaching pool accessories can comprise a re-sealable pocket attached to a pool liner where the re-sealable pocket can hold a LED light string or another pool accessory.
F21V 21/08 - Dispositifs pour la fixation facile à un endroit voulu
E04H 4/14 - Piscines ou pataugeoires - Parties constitutives, détails ou accessoires non prévus ailleurs
F21S 4/20 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses maintenues par ou à l'intérieur de supports allongés
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
F21V 31/00 - Dispositions d'étanchéité à l'eau ou aux gaz
4.
REINFORCED ELECTRIC WIRE AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME
Aspects of the present invention relate to reinforced electric wires, particularly reinforced electric wires as used in holiday lighting such as Christmas light strings. In some embodiments, the reinforced electric wire can comprise a conductor, a reinforcing string or one or more reinforcing threads, and an insulator jacket. In some embodiments, the conductor comprises a plurality of conductor strands and one or more reinforcing strands arranged within an insulator jacket. Methods of making wires in accordance with various embodiments are also provided herein.
H01B 7/18 - Protection contre les dommages provoqués par des facteurs extérieurs, p.ex. gaines ou armatures par l'usure, la contrainte mécanique ou la pression
H01B 17/18 - Isolateurs de support pour conducteurs très lourds, p.ex. barres-omnibus, rails
H01B 3/42 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires polyacétals
H01B 3/44 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires résines acryliques
H01B 13/06 - Isolation des conducteurs ou des câbles
Aspects of the present disclosure generally relate to a swimming pool having an internal lighting system. Certain embodiments may include an inflatable swimming pool including a wall and a base. The wall may include one or more inflatable chambers. One or more lighting elements may be interior to one or more of the inflatable chambers. The one or more lighting elements may be able to emit a plurality of colors. A color and/or intensity of the lighting elements may be controlled in accordance with a control command.
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution systems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution systems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution systems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution system can engage the voids of another power distribution system without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
A connector system facilitates the connection of a first tree trunk to a second tree trunk of an artificial tree system. The connector system can prohibit rotation of the first tree trunk relative to the second tree trunk.
Certain embodiments of the disclosed technology include a decorative lighting system that can be integrated with an artificial tree. The decorative lighting system may include a white light emitting diode (LED) light string and a variable-color LED light string. The variable-color LED light string may employ LED lamps having embedded Red, Green, and Blue (RGB) LEDs. The RGB LED lamps may include an embedded integrated circuit (IC) configured to communicate with and control the energizing of each of the corresponding RGB LEDs to create a multitude of colors and color combinations that can vary with time to create a light show. An electronic controller in communication with the LED lamps may allow a user to select the mode for the light show and further may provide a periodic reset signal to restart or re-synchronize the light show.
H05B 45/10 - Commande de l'intensité de la lumière
H05B 45/40 - Circuits pour faire fonctionner des diodes électroluminescentes [LED] - Détails des circuits de charge à LED
H05B 47/155 - Commande coordonnée de plusieurs sources lumineuses
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21V 23/02 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des transformateurs ou des impédances
9.
Reinforced electric wire and methods of making the same
The present invention is for reinforced electric wires as used in holiday lighting such as Christmas light strings. The reinforced electric wire comprises a conductor, reinforcing threads, and an insulator jacket.
H01B 7/18 - Protection contre les dommages provoqués par des facteurs extérieurs, p.ex. gaines ou armatures par l'usure, la contrainte mécanique ou la pression
H01B 17/18 - Isolateurs de support pour conducteurs très lourds, p.ex. barres-omnibus, rails
H01B 3/42 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires polyacétals
H01B 3/44 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires résines acryliques
H01B 13/06 - Isolation des conducteurs ou des câbles
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
10.
Multi-channel flame simulation method and apparatus
A method for simulating a candle flame with at least one computing device. The method may include controlling at least one lighting element according to at least a current wind value and a current flame value. The method may include controlling the current wind value and the current flame value by iteratively determining whether a first event occurred. When the first event is determined to have occurred, the method may include setting the current wind value to a random wind value and then changing the current wind value toward a baseline wind value. When the first event is determined to have not occurred, the method may include changing the current wind value toward the baseline wind value, determining whether a second event occurred. When the second event is determined to have occurred, the method may include setting the current flame value to a random flame value.
F21S 10/04 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage produisant un effet d'éclairage variable simulant des flammes
H05B 45/10 - Commande de l'intensité de la lumière
F21S 6/00 - Dispositifs d'éclairage destinés à tenir debout tout seuls
F21K 9/238 - Agencement ou montage d’éléments de circuit intégrés dans la source lumineuse
F21Y 113/10 - Combinaison de sources lumineuses de couleurs différentes
F21V 17/02 - Fixation des parties constitutives des dispositifs d'éclairage, p.ex. des abat-jour, des globes, des réfracteurs, des réflecteurs, des filtres, des écrans, des grilles ou des cages de protection avec possibilité de réglage
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution subsystem can engage the voids of another power distribution subsystem without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
H01R 24/38 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale ayant des contacts disposés concentriquement ou coaxialement
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution subsystem can engage the voids of another power distribution subsystem without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
H01R 24/38 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale ayant des contacts disposés concentriquement ou coaxialement
The disclosed technology includes an internal support structure for providing structural stability to an inflated airbed. The internal support structure may include an internal support wall connected to side panels by one or more side support beams. The internal support structure may further include corner support walls and a plurality of internal support beams to provide additional support.
A47C 27/12 - Matelas à ressort, rembourrés ou à fluide spécialement adaptés pour chaises, fauteuils, lits ou canapés garnis d'un matériau fibreux, p.ex. en bois, en coton
14.
Variable multi-color LED light string and controller for an artificial tree
Certain embodiments of the disclosed technology include a decorative lighting system that can be integrated with an artificial tree. The decorative lighting system may include a white light emitting diode (LED) light string and a variable-color LED light string. The variable-color LED light string may employ LED lamps having embedded Red, Green, and Blue (RGB) LEDs. The RGB LED lamps may include an embedded integrated circuit (IC) configured to communicate with and control the energizing of each of the corresponding RGB LEDs to create a multitude of colors and color combinations that can vary with time to create a light show. An electronic controller in communication with the LED lamps may allow a user to select the mode for the light show and further may provide a periodic reset signal to restart or re-synchronize the light show.
H05B 45/40 - Circuits pour faire fonctionner des diodes électroluminescentes [LED] - Détails des circuits de charge à LED
H05B 47/155 - Commande coordonnée de plusieurs sources lumineuses
H05B 45/10 - Commande de l'intensité de la lumière
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21V 23/02 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des transformateurs ou des impédances
F21Y 113/17 - Combinaison de sources lumineuses de couleurs différentes comprenant un ensemble de sources lumineuses ponctuelles formant une seule source lumineuse encapsulée
F21Y 103/10 - Sources lumineuses de forme allongée, p.ex. tubes fluorescents comprenant un réseau linéaire d’éléments générateurs de lumière ponctuelle
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
15.
Reinforced electric wire and methods of making the same
The invention relates to reinforced electric wires, particularly reinforced electric wires as used in holiday lighting such as Christmas light strings. In some embodiments, the reinforced electric wire has a conductor, a reinforcing string or one or more reinforcing threads, and an insulator jacket. In some embodiments, the conductor has a single conductor strand. In some embodiments, the conductor has a plurality of conductor strands. In some embodiments, the wire has an insulator jacket having a plurality of channels therein, where a conductor is passed through the center channel, and reinforcing threads are passed through the other channels.
H01B 7/18 - Protection contre les dommages provoqués par des facteurs extérieurs, p.ex. gaines ou armatures par l'usure, la contrainte mécanique ou la pression
H01B 17/18 - Isolateurs de support pour conducteurs très lourds, p.ex. barres-omnibus, rails
H01B 3/42 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires polyacétals
H01B 3/44 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires résines acryliques
H01B 13/06 - Isolation des conducteurs ou des câbles
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
16.
Systems and methods for a container with portholes
Disclosed is a container, such as an above-ground pool, with an improved porthole. The container can include a base, a side wall joined to the base, and at least one porthole. The porthole can comprise an aperture in the side wall and a generally transparent window sheet attached to the side wall and completely covering the aperture in the side wall. Such a design can be stronger and more durable than conventional portholes. The pool can also have portability and storability characteristics that are superior to those of conventional pools.
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide systems and methods for attaching pool accessories, such as LED light strings, to a pool liner. The systems and methods for attaching pool accessories can comprise a re-sealable pocket attached to a pool liner where the re-sealable pocket can hold a LED light string or another pool accessory.
F21V 21/08 - Dispositifs pour la fixation facile à un endroit voulu
F21S 4/20 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses maintenues par ou à l'intérieur de supports allongés
E04H 4/14 - Piscines ou pataugeoires - Parties constitutives, détails ou accessoires non prévus ailleurs
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
F21V 31/00 - Dispositions d'étanchéité à l'eau ou aux gaz
F21Y 103/10 - Sources lumineuses de forme allongée, p.ex. tubes fluorescents comprenant un réseau linéaire d’éléments générateurs de lumière ponctuelle
F21W 131/401 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage, non prévues dans les groupes Éclairage pour un usage industriel, commercial, récréatif ou militaire pour les piscines
Apparatuses and methods for a self-deploying tree are disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, a self-deploying tree system comprises a top tree assembly, a main tree assembly, and a base. The lower end of the top tree assembly may be coupled to the upper end of the main tree assembly, and the lower end of the main tree assembly may be coupled to the base, providing a vertical orientation of the self-deploying tree system. The self-deploying tree system further comprises a deployment mechanism which may be activated to automatically convert the tree from a collapsed configuration to a deployed configuration or from a deployed configuration to a collapsed configuration. The collapsed configuration comprises a reduced height and a reduced circumference to allow for ease of handling and storage. The deployed configuration provides for the tree to be extended to a desired height and for deployment of the limbs as desired for display.
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution systems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution systems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution systems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution system can engage the voids of another power distribution system without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
The disclosed technology includes an pressure-controlled air mattress for enabling a user to set a desired firmness or pressure level of the air mattress. The pressure-controlled air mattress may automatically maintain the desired pressure by replacing leaked air with air from a pressurized air reservoir.
A lighted inflatable apparatus including: a wall comprising a first inflatable chamber; at least one lighting element disposed within the wall, the at least one lighting element configured to emit light; and a control box connected to the at least one lighting element, the control box configured to control one or more emission states of the at least one lighting element.
F21V 33/00 - Combinaisons structurales de dispositifs d'éclairage avec d'autres objets, non prévues ailleurs
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
F21V 23/02 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des transformateurs ou des impédances
F21V 23/04 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des interrupteurs
F21S 10/04 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage produisant un effet d'éclairage variable simulant des flammes
F21S 9/02 - Dispositifs d'éclairage avec une source d'énergie incorporée; Systèmes utilisant des dispositifs d'éclairage avec une source d'énergie incorporée la source de courant étant une pile ou un accumulateur
F21S 10/02 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage produisant un effet d'éclairage variable produisant des couleurs variables
B63B 45/02 - Aménagements ou adaptations de dispositifs de signalisation ou d'éclairage les appareils étant prévus pour éclairer la route ou d'autres zones environnantes
A connector system facilitates the connection of a first tree trunk to a second tree trunk of an artificial tree system. The connector system can prohibit rotation of the first tree trunk relative to the second tree trunk.
The invention relates to reinforced electric wires, particularly reinforced electric wires as used in holiday lighting such as Christmas light strings. In some embodiments, the reinforced electric wire has a conductor, a reinforcing string or one or more reinforcing threads, and an insulator jacket. In some embodiments, the conductor has a single conductor strand. In some embodiments, the conductor has a plurality of conductor strands. In some embodiments, the wire has an insulator jacket having a plurality of channels therein, where a conductor is passed through the center channel, and reinforcing threads are passed through the other channels.
H01B 7/18 - Protection contre les dommages provoqués par des facteurs extérieurs, p.ex. gaines ou armatures par l'usure, la contrainte mécanique ou la pression
H01B 17/18 - Isolateurs de support pour conducteurs très lourds, p.ex. barres-omnibus, rails
H01B 3/42 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires polyacétals
H01B 3/44 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires résines acryliques
H01B 13/06 - Isolation des conducteurs ou des câbles
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
Certain embodiments of the disclosed technology include a decorative lighting system that can be integrated with an artificial tree. The decorative lighting system may include a white light emitting diode (LED) light string and a variable-color LED light string. The variable-color LED light string may employ LED lamps having embedded Red, Green, and Blue (RGB) LEDs. The RGB LED lamps may include an embedded integrated circuit (IC) configured to communicate with and control the energizing of each of the corresponding RGB LEDs to create a multitude of colors and color combinations that can vary with time to create a light show. An electronic controller in communication with the LED lamps may allow a user to select the mode for the light show and further may provide a periodic reset signal to restart or re-synchronize the light show.
H05B 45/40 - Circuits pour faire fonctionner des diodes électroluminescentes [LED] - Détails des circuits de charge à LED
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
H05B 45/10 - Commande de l'intensité de la lumière
H05B 47/155 - Commande coordonnée de plusieurs sources lumineuses
F21V 23/02 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des transformateurs ou des impédances
F21Y 113/17 - Combinaison de sources lumineuses de couleurs différentes comprenant un ensemble de sources lumineuses ponctuelles formant une seule source lumineuse encapsulée
F21Y 103/10 - Sources lumineuses de forme allongée, p.ex. tubes fluorescents comprenant un réseau linéaire d’éléments générateurs de lumière ponctuelle
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
25.
Inflatable airbed mattress internal support system
The disclosed technology includes an internal support structure for providing structural stability to an inflated airbed. The internal support structure may include an internal support wall connected to side panels by one or more side support beams. The internal support structure may further include corner support walls and a plurality of internal support beams to provide additional support.
A47C 27/12 - Matelas à ressort, rembourrés ou à fluide spécialement adaptés pour chaises, fauteuils, lits ou canapés garnis d'un matériau fibreux, p.ex. en bois, en coton
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution subsystem can engage the voids of another power distribution subsystem without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
H01R 24/38 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale ayant des contacts disposés concentriquement ou coaxialement
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be partially disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have channels, and the prongs and channels may be positioned outside of the trunk sections. The prongs can be inserted into the channels to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. The prongs and channels may be configured to engage one another without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
The invention relates to reinforced electric wires, particularly reinforced electric wires as used in holiday lighting such as Christmas light strings. In some embodiments, the reinforced electric wire has a conductor, a reinforcing string or one or more reinforcing threads, and an insulator jacket. In some embodiments, the conductor has a single conductor strand. In some embodiments, the conductor has a plurality of conductor strands. In some embodiments, the wire has an insulator jacket having a plurality of channels therein, where a conductor is passed through the center channel, and reinforcing threads are passed through the other channels.
H01B 7/18 - Protection contre les dommages provoqués par des facteurs extérieurs, p.ex. gaines ou armatures par l'usure, la contrainte mécanique ou la pression
H01B 17/18 - Isolateurs de support pour conducteurs très lourds, p.ex. barres-omnibus, rails
H01B 3/42 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires polyacétals
H01B 3/44 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires résines acryliques
H01B 13/06 - Isolation des conducteurs ou des câbles
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution subsystem can engage the voids of another power distribution subsystem without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
H01R 24/38 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale ayant des contacts disposés concentriquement ou coaxialement
H01R 13/10 - Alvéoles destinés à coopérer avec des broches ou lames
H01R 33/06 - Dispositifs à deux pôles portant deux broches, lames ou contacts analogues conducteurs de courant ayant leurs axes parallèles entre eux
Certain embodiments of the disclosed technology include a decorative lighting system that can be integrated with an artificial tree. The decorative lighting system may include a white light emitting diode (LED) light string and a variable-color LED light string. The variable-color LED light string may employ LED lamps having embedded Red, Green, and Blue (RGB) LEDs. The RGB LED lamps may include an embedded integrated circuit (IC) configured to communicate with and control the energizing of each of the corresponding RGB LEDs to create a multitude of colors and color combinations that can vary with time to create a light show. An electronic controller in communication with the LED lamps may allow a user to select the mode for the light show and further may provide a periodic reset signal to restart or re-synchronize the light show.
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
H05B 45/10 - Commande de l'intensité de la lumière
H05B 45/40 - Circuits pour faire fonctionner des diodes électroluminescentes [LED] - Détails des circuits de charge à LED
H05B 47/155 - Commande coordonnée de plusieurs sources lumineuses
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21V 23/02 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des transformateurs ou des impédances
F21Y 113/17 - Combinaison de sources lumineuses de couleurs différentes comprenant un ensemble de sources lumineuses ponctuelles formant une seule source lumineuse encapsulée
F21Y 103/10 - Sources lumineuses de forme allongée, p.ex. tubes fluorescents comprenant un réseau linéaire d’éléments générateurs de lumière ponctuelle
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution subsystem can engage the voids of another power distribution subsystem without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
H01R 24/38 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale ayant des contacts disposés concentriquement ou coaxialement
Disclosed is a container, such as an above-ground pool, with an improved porthole. The container can include a base, a side wall joined to the base, and at least one porthole. The porthole can comprise an aperture in the side wall and a generally transparent window sheet attached to the side wall and completely covering the aperture in the side wall. Such a design can be stronger and more durable than conventional portholes. The pool can also have portability and storability characteristics that are superior to those of conventional pools.
The disclosed technology includes an illumination system for a tree trunk of an artificial tree. The system may include a cylindrical shaped body, such that the outer surface of the body has a cylindrical shape. The inner surface of the body may include one or more diameters. One or more lighting modules may be positioned along the tree trunk to impart an internal lighting and/or glowing effect radiating therefrom.
H05B 47/11 - Commande de la source lumineuse en réponse à des paramètres détectés en détectant la luminosité ou la température de couleur de la lumière ambiante
H05B 47/19 - Commande de la source lumineuse par télécommande via une transmission sans fil
F21S 9/02 - Dispositifs d'éclairage avec une source d'énergie incorporée; Systèmes utilisant des dispositifs d'éclairage avec une source d'énergie incorporée la source de courant étant une pile ou un accumulateur
F21V 23/06 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des dispositifs de couplage
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
34.
ELECTRIC LIGHTING SYSTEM AND COMPONENTS, AND CHARGING AND CONNECTION MECHANISMS THEREOF
The disclosed systems and methods relate to electric lighting systems and charging and connection mechanisms thereof. In one example, an electric lighting system comprises a charger configured for electrical communication with a power source. The electric lighting system further comprises an electric light source removably couplable to, and configured for electrical communication with, the charger, the electric light source comprising a lighting element. The electric lighting system further comprises a light source holder removably couplable to the electric light source, wherein, when the electric light source is removably coupled to the light source holder, the electric light source and the light source holder share a central axis.
F21V 23/06 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des dispositifs de couplage
F21V 19/00 - Montage des sources lumineuses ou des supports de sources lumineuses sur ou dans les dispositifs d'éclairage
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
H01R 13/00 - CONNEXIONS CONDUCTRICES DE L'ÉLECTRICITÉ; ASSOCIATION STRUCTURELLE DE PLUSIEURS ÉLÉMENTS DE CONNEXION ÉLECTRIQUE ISOLÉS LES UNS DES AUTRES; DISPOSITIFS DE COUPLAGE; COLLECTEURS DE COURANT - Détails de dispositifs de couplage des types couverts par les groupes ou
H02J 7/00 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries
An air mattress comprises an internal structure for helping the air mattress maintain a desired geometric shape when inflated and for preventing shearing of the top and bottom surfaces of the mattress. The internal structure comprises a plurality of connection strips or a mesh web that are attached to a plurality of top surface connection points and bottom surface connection points.
Apparatus and associated methods may relate to a collapsible tree system having limbs which automatically pivot from a low-profile position while the tree is in a collapsed state to an in-use position when the tree is in an extended state. In an illustrative example, the system may include limb supports movably disposed along a central support. Movement of the limb supports closer together and further apart may cause the limbs to pivot to and from positions. For example, due to limb contact with an adjacent limb support, the limbs may be caused to pivot to the low-profile position. When no forcible contact is present between an adjacent limb support and limb, gravitational forces may permit the limbs to freely pivot to the in-use position. In an illustrative example, each limb support may include a nesting cup for receiving a proximal end of the limbs while in the stowed position.
A system for mounting decorative objects, such as Christmas trees, is disclosed. The system can include a base and a plurality of inserts. The base can comprise a plurality of feet that have a retracted position for ready storage and a deployed position for supporting a tree. The base can further comprise a locking mechanism for locking the feet in the retracted position, the deployed position, or both. The base can further comprise an adapter for receiving one or more inserts. The inserts can comprise a consistent outer diameter, for insertion into the adapter, and a variety of inner diameters for use with a variety of tree diameters. The insert can be installed on the trunk of a tree and then installed into the adapter on the base simplifying the tree erection process.
A lighted inflatable apparatus including: a wall comprising a first inflatable chamber; at least one lighting element disposed within the wall, the at least one lighting element configured to emit light; and a control box connected to the at least one lighting element, the control box configured to control one or more emission states of the at least one lighting element.
B63B 45/00 - Aménagements ou adaptations de dispositifs de signalisation ou d'éclairage
B63C 9/20 - Bouées de sauvetage, p.ex. en forme de couronne; Ceintures, gilets, vêtements ou équipements analogues pour le sauvetage caractérisées par des moyens de signalisation, p.ex. des feux
F21V 23/04 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des interrupteurs
F21K 9/00 - Sources lumineuses utilisant des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs en tant qu’éléments générateurs de lumière, p.ex. utilisant des diodes électroluminescentes [LED] ou des lasers
39.
Inflatables with lighting module, systems, and methods
A lighted inflatable apparatus including: a wall comprising a first inflatable chamber; at least one lighting element disposed within the wall, the at least one lighting element configured to emit light; and a control box connected to the at least one lighting element, the control box configured to control one or more emission states of the at least one lighting element.
F21V 31/00 - Dispositions d'étanchéité à l'eau ou aux gaz
F21V 33/00 - Combinaisons structurales de dispositifs d'éclairage avec d'autres objets, non prévues ailleurs
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
F21V 23/02 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des transformateurs ou des impédances
F21V 23/04 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des interrupteurs
F21S 10/04 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage produisant un effet d'éclairage variable simulant des flammes
F21S 9/02 - Dispositifs d'éclairage avec une source d'énergie incorporée; Systèmes utilisant des dispositifs d'éclairage avec une source d'énergie incorporée la source de courant étant une pile ou un accumulateur
F21S 10/02 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage produisant un effet d'éclairage variable produisant des couleurs variables
B63B 45/02 - Aménagements ou adaptations de dispositifs de signalisation ou d'éclairage les appareils étant prévus pour éclairer la route ou d'autres zones environnantes
The disclosed technology includes a universal tree stand for supporting trees with tree trunks of various sizes. The universal tree stand may include a clamping element to flexibly receive and secure tree trunks of different sizes. The universal tree stand may further include a fastening element that can tighten the grip of the clamping element around the tree trunk.
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution subsystem can engage the voids of another power distribution subsystem without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
F21S 6/00 - Dispositifs d'éclairage destinés à tenir debout tout seuls
A41G 1/00 - Fleurs, fruits, feuilles ou arbres artificiels; Guirlandes
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
H01R 24/38 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale ayant des contacts disposés concentriquement ou coaxialement
Employing capacitors as shunts in a decorative light string can prevent the circuit from being opened when a lamp burns out or becomes loose in the socket. But manually assembling such a light string is costly and the quality of the resulting string is not assured to be high. The present disclosure introduces a shunted light string, and a method of assembling that light string that is able to be automated to ensure a consistent quality level by reducing or eliminating human workmanship issues.
F21V 19/00 - Montage des sources lumineuses ou des supports de sources lumineuses sur ou dans les dispositifs d'éclairage
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21W 121/00 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be partially disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have channels, and the prongs and channels may be positioned outside of the trunk sections. The prongs can be inserted into the channels to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. The prongs and channels may be configured to engage one another without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution subsystem can engage the voids of another power distribution subsystem without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
H01R 24/38 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale ayant des contacts disposés concentriquement ou coaxialement
H01R 13/10 - Alvéoles destinés à coopérer avec des broches ou lames
H01R 31/00 - Pièces de couplage supportées seulement par la coopération avec la pièce complémentaire
H01R 33/06 - Dispositifs à deux pôles portant deux broches, lames ou contacts analogues conducteurs de courant ayant leurs axes parallèles entre eux
Certain embodiments of the disclosed technology include a decorative lighting system that can be integrated with an artificial tree. The decorative lighting system may include a white light emitting diode (LED) light string and a variable-color LED light string. The variable-color LED light string may employ LED lamps having embedded Red, Green, and Blue (RGB) LEDs. The RGB LED lamps may include an embedded integrated circuit (IC) configured to communicate with and control the energizing of each of the corresponding RGB LEDs to create a multitude of colors and color combinations that can vary with time to create a light show. An electronic controller in communication with the LED lamps may allow a user to select the mode for the light show and further may provide a periodic reset signal to restart or re-synchronize the light show.
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
F21V 23/02 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des transformateurs ou des impédances
F21Y 103/10 - Sources lumineuses de forme allongée, p.ex. tubes fluorescents comprenant un réseau linéaire d’éléments générateurs de lumière ponctuelle
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
F21Y 113/17 - Combinaison de sources lumineuses de couleurs différentes comprenant un ensemble de sources lumineuses ponctuelles formant une seule source lumineuse encapsulée
46.
Multi-channel flame simulation method and apparatus
A flame simulation method including: identifying, by a computing device, a maximum brightness level value and a primary event generation level; setting, in response to determining that a first event occurred based on the primary event generation level, a secondary event generation level; adjusting the secondary event generation level towards a baseline secondary event generation level; adjusting a current brightness value of a lighting element of a flame simulation apparatus towards the maximum brightness level value; setting, in response to determining that a second event occurred based on the secondary event generation level, the current brightness level value of the lighting element to a value less than the maximum brightness level; and controlling, by the computing device, a brightness level of the lighting element to correspond to the current brightness level value of the lighting element.
F21S 10/04 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage produisant un effet d'éclairage variable simulant des flammes
F21S 6/00 - Dispositifs d'éclairage destinés à tenir debout tout seuls
F21K 9/238 - Agencement ou montage d’éléments de circuit intégrés dans la source lumineuse
H05B 45/10 - Commande de l'intensité de la lumière
F21Y 113/10 - Combinaison de sources lumineuses de couleurs différentes
F21V 17/02 - Fixation des parties constitutives des dispositifs d'éclairage, p.ex. des abat-jour, des globes, des réfracteurs, des réflecteurs, des filtres, des écrans, des grilles ou des cages de protection avec possibilité de réglage
47.
MULTI-CHANNEL FLAME SIMULATION METHOD AND APPARATUS
A flame simulation method including: identifying, by a computing device, a maximum brightness level value and a primary event generation level; setting, in response to determining that a first event occurred based on the primary event generation level, a secondary event generation level; adjusting the secondary event generation level towards a baseline secondary event generation level; adjusting a current brightness value of a lighting element of a flame simulation apparatus towards the maximum brightness level value; setting, in response to determining that a second event occurred based on the secondary event generation level, the current brightness level value of the lighting element to a value less than the maximum brightness level; and controlling, by the computing device, a brightness level of the lighting element to correspond to the current brightness level value of the lighting element.
F21S 10/04 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage produisant un effet d'éclairage variable simulant des flammes
F21K 9/00 - Sources lumineuses utilisant des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs en tant qu’éléments générateurs de lumière, p.ex. utilisant des diodes électroluminescentes [LED] ou des lasers
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide systems and methods for attaching pool accessories, such as LED light strings, to a pool liner. The systems and methods for attaching pool accessories can comprise a re-sealable pocket attached to a pool liner where the re-sealable pocket can hold a LED light string or another pool accessory.
F21V 21/08 - Dispositifs pour la fixation facile à un endroit voulu
F21S 4/20 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses maintenues par ou à l'intérieur de supports allongés
E04H 4/14 - Piscines ou pataugeoires - Parties constitutives, détails ou accessoires non prévus ailleurs
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
F21V 31/00 - Dispositions d'étanchéité à l'eau ou aux gaz
F21Y 103/10 - Sources lumineuses de forme allongée, p.ex. tubes fluorescents comprenant un réseau linéaire d’éléments générateurs de lumière ponctuelle
F21W 131/401 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage, non prévues dans les groupes Éclairage pour un usage industriel, commercial, récréatif ou militaire pour les piscines
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide systems and methods for attaching pool accessories, such as LED light strings, to a pool liner. The systems and methods for attaching pool accessories can comprise a re-sealable pocket attached to a pool liner where the re-sealable pocket can hold a LED light string or another pool accessory.
F21V 31/00 - Dispositions d'étanchéité à l'eau ou aux gaz
F21S 4/20 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses maintenues par ou à l'intérieur de supports allongés
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution systems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution systems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution systems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution system can engage the voids of another power distribution system without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
A connector system facilitates the connection of a first tree trunk to a second tree trunk of an artificial tree system. The connector system can prohibit rotation of the first tree trunk relative to the second tree trunk.
The disclosed technology includes an internal support structure for providing structural stability to an inflated airbed. The internal support structure may include an internal support wall connected to side panels by one or more side support beams. The internal support structure may further include corner support walls and a plurality of internal support beams to provide additional support.
The disclosed technology includes a pressure-controlled air mattress for enabling a user to set a desired firmness or pressure level of the air mattress. The pressure-controlled air mattress may automatically maintain the desired pressure by replacing leaked air with air from a pressurized air reservoir.
A47C 21/04 - Dispositifs pour la ventilation, le refroidissement ou le réchauffage
A47C 27/10 - Matelas à fluide avec plusieurs compartiments remplissables séparément
A47C 31/12 - Moyens pour adapter les sièges, les lits ou les matelas à la conformation ou au poids de l'utilisateur, p.ex. moyens de prise de mesure
A61B 5/11 - Mesure du mouvement du corps entier ou de parties de celui-ci, p.ex. tremblement de la tête ou des mains ou mobilité d'un membre
A61G 7/05 - Lits spécialement conçus pour donner des soins; Dispositifs pour soulever les malades ou les personnes handicapées - Parties constitutives, détails ou accessoires de lits
54.
INFLATABLE AIRBED MATTRESS INTERNAL SUPPORT SYSTEM
A post insulator includes an insulating post including a first end and a second end that are opposite to each other, a high-voltage-end grading ring connected to the first end of the insulating post, the high-voltage-end grading ring being insulated from the insulating post, a grounding-end grading ring connected to the second end of the insulating post, the grounding-end grading ring being insulated from the insulating post, and a charge control ring disposed on an outer surface of the insulating post, the charge control ring being insulated from the insulating post, and the charge control ring being configured to accumulate surface charges.
Apparatuses and methods for a self-deploying tree are disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, a self-deploying tree system comprises a top tree assembly, a main tree assembly, and a base. The lower end of the top tree assembly may be coupled to the upper end of the main tree assembly, and the lower end of the main tree assembly may be coupled to the base, providing a vertical orientation of the self-deploying tree system. The self-deploying tree system further comprises a deployment mechanism which may be activated to automatically convert the tree from a collapsed configuration to a deployed configuration or from a deployed configuration to a collapsed configuration. The collapsed configuration comprises a reduced height and a reduced circumference to allow for ease of handling and storage. The deployed configuration provides for the tree to be extended to a desired height and for deployment of the limbs as desired for display.
The disclosed technology includes a pressure-controlled air mattress for enabling a user to set a desired firmness or pressure level of the air mattress. The pressure-controlled air mattress may automatically maintain the desired pressure by replacing leaked air with air from a pressurized air reservoir.
The disclosed technology includes an internal support structure for providing structural stability to an inflated airbed. The internal support structure may include an internal support wall connected to side panels by one or more side support beams. The internal support structure may further include corner support walls and a plurality of internal support beams to provide additional support.
A47C 27/12 - Matelas à ressort, rembourrés ou à fluide spécialement adaptés pour chaises, fauteuils, lits ou canapés garnis d'un matériau fibreux, p.ex. en bois, en coton
Apparatuses and methods for a self-deploying tree are disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, a self-deploying tree system comprises a top tree assembly, a main tree assembly, and a base. The lower end of the top tree assembly may be coupled to the upper end of the main tree assembly, and the lower end of the main tree assembly may be coupled to the base, providing a vertical orientation of the self-deploying tree system. The self-deploying tree system further comprises a deployment mechanism which may be activated to automatically convert the tree from a collapsed configuration to a deployed configuration or from a deployed configuration to a collapsed configuration. The collapsed configuration comprises a reduced height and a reduced circumference to allow for ease of handling and storage. The deployed configuration provides for the tree to be extended to a desired height and for deployment of the limbs as desired for display.
A control wire clamp for securing a control member, such as a control wire, in place is disclosed. The default state of the control wire clamp may be a clamped state. The control wire clamp may be placed in an unclamped state by applying force to a clamp handle.
F16B 2/00 - Attaches à serrage par friction largables
H01L 23/00 - DISPOSITIFS À SEMI-CONDUCTEURS NON COUVERTS PAR LA CLASSE - Détails de dispositifs à semi-conducteurs ou d'autres dispositifs à l'état solide
F16B 2/10 - Brides ou colliers, c. à d. dispositifs de fixation dont le serrage est effectué par des forces effectives autres que la résistance à la déformation inhérente au matériau dont est fait le dispositif externes c. à d. agissant par contraction utilisant des mâchoires sur pivot
F16B 2/18 - Brides ou colliers, c. à d. dispositifs de fixation dont le serrage est effectué par des forces effectives autres que la résistance à la déformation inhérente au matériau dont est fait le dispositif utilisant des cames, des leviers, des excentriques ou des rotules
A47G 33/10 - Dispositifs d'attache ou de fixation des articles décorant les arbres de Noël
The disclosed technology includes a control wire clamp for securing a control member, such as a control wire, in place. The default state of the control wire clamp may be a clamped state. The control wire clamp may be placed in an unclamped state by applying force to a clamp handle.
F16B 2/20 - Clips, c. à d. dispositifs de fixation à serrage effectué uniquement par la résistance à la déformation inhérente au matériau dont est fait le dispositif
The disclosed technology includes an illumination system for a tree trunk of an artificial tree. The system may include a cylindrical shaped body, such that the outer surface of the body has a cylindrical shape. The inner surface of the body may include one or more diameters. One or more lighting modules may be positioned along the tree trunk to impart an internal lighting and/or glowing effect radiating therefrom.
F21S 9/02 - Dispositifs d'éclairage avec une source d'énergie incorporée; Systèmes utilisant des dispositifs d'éclairage avec une source d'énergie incorporée la source de courant étant une pile ou un accumulateur
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
The disclosed technology includes an illumination system for a tree trunk of an artificial tree. The system may include a cylindrical shaped body, such that the outer surface of the body has a cylindrical shape. The inner surface of the body may include one or more diameters. One or more lighting modules may be positioned along the tree trunk to impart an internal lighting and/or glowing effect radiating therefrom.
F21S 2/00 - Systèmes de dispositifs d'éclairage non prévus dans les groupes principaux ou , p.ex. à construction modulaire
F21K 9/00 - Sources lumineuses utilisant des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs en tant qu’éléments générateurs de lumière, p.ex. utilisant des diodes électroluminescentes [LED] ou des lasers
The disclosed technology includes a water-resistant lamp assembly for preventing interference with the operation of an electric lamp due to leaks. The water-resistant lamp assembly may include a gasket that provides a seal with the bottom of the base of the lamp holder to prevent water from entering the internal cavity of the lamp holder. The gasket may further shield internal electrical conductors from exposure to water that has leaked into the internal cavity of the lamp holder.
F21V 31/00 - Dispositions d'étanchéité à l'eau ou aux gaz
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
F21V 3/02 - Globes; Vasques; Verres de protection caractérisés par leur forme
F21W 121/00 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
The disclosed technology includes a water-resistant lamp assembly for preventing interference with the operation of an electric lamp due to leaks. The water-resistant lamp assembly may include a gasket that provides a seal with the bottom of the base of the lamp holder to prevent water from entering the internal cavity of the lamp holder. The gasket may further shield internal electrical conductors from exposure to water that has leaked into the internal cavity of the lamp holder.
F21V 31/00 - Dispositions d'étanchéité à l'eau ou aux gaz
F21K 9/00 - Sources lumineuses utilisant des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs en tant qu’éléments générateurs de lumière, p.ex. utilisant des diodes électroluminescentes [LED] ou des lasers
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
A manufacture includes a main basin having a floor and a perimeter wall and a fountain basin disposed above the floor within a perimeter of the perimeter wall, the fountain basin including at least one fountain opening and at least one drainage opening, the fountain basin configured to be connected to a pressurized water source such that water from the pressurized water source flows from the fountain opening of the fountain basin.
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution systems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution systems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution systems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution system can engage the voids of another power distribution system without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
H01R 24/86 - Contacts parallèles disposés autour d'un axe commun
A41G 1/00 - Fleurs, fruits, feuilles ou arbres artificiels; Guirlandes
H01R 13/04 - Broches ou lames destinées à coopérer avec des alvéoles
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be partially disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have channels, and the prongs and channels may be positioned outside of the trunk sections. The prongs can be inserted into the channels to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. The prongs and channels may be configured to engage one another without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
Certain embodiments of the disclosed technology include a decorative lighting system that can be integrated with an artificial tree. The decorative lighting system may include a white light emitting diode (LED) light string and a variable-color LED light string. The variable-color LED light string may employ LED lamps having embedded Red, Green, and Blue (RGB) LEDs. The RGB LED lamps may include an embedded integrated circuit (IC) configured to communicate with and control the energizing of each of the corresponding RGB LEDs to create a multitude of colors and color combinations that can vary with time to create a light show. An electronic controller in communication with the LED lamps may allow a user to select the mode for the light show and further may provide a periodic reset signal to restart or re-synchronize the light show.
H05B 39/09 - Circuits ou appareils pour faire fonctionner des sources lumineuses incandescentes dans lesquelles la lampe est alimentée par impulsions
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
F21V 23/02 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des transformateurs ou des impédances
F21Y 103/10 - Sources lumineuses de forme allongée, p.ex. tubes fluorescents comprenant un réseau linéaire d’éléments générateurs de lumière ponctuelle
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be partially disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have channels, and the prongs and channels may be positioned outside of the trunk sections. The prongs can be inserted into the channels to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. The prongs and channels may be configured to engage one another without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
Certain embodiments of the disclosed technology include a decorative lighting system that can be integrated with an artificial tree. The decorative lighting system may include a white light emitting diode (LED) light string and a variable-color LED light string. The variable- color LED light string may employ LED lamps having embedded Red, Green, and Blue (RGB) LEDs. The RGB LED lamps may include an embedded integrated circuit (IC) configured to communicate with and control the energizing of each of the corresponding RGB LEDs to create a multitude of colors and color combinations that can vary with time to create a light show. An electronic controller in communication with the LED lamps may allow a user to select the mode for the light show and further may provide a periodic reset signal to restart or re-synchronize the light show.
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21K 9/00 - Sources lumineuses utilisant des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs en tant qu’éléments générateurs de lumière, p.ex. utilisant des diodes électroluminescentes [LED] ou des lasers
The disclosed technology includes a universal tree stand for supporting trees with tree trunks of various sizes. The universal tree stand may include a clamping element to flexibly receive and secure tree trunks of different sizes. The universal tree stand may further include a fastening element that can tighten the grip of the clamping element around the tree trunk.
The disclosed technology includes a universal tree stand for supporting trees with tree trunks of various sizes. The universal tree stand may include a clamping element to flexibly receive and secure tree trunks of different sizes. The universal tree stand may further include a fastening element that can tighten the grip of the clamping element around the tree trunk.
Aspects of the disclosed technology include a banner lighting system for providing decorative lighting. The banner lighting system comprises a plurality of light groups each having a plurality of segments. Each segment hangs to provide a decorative arrangement having the appearance of a banner. The segments of the light groups can be arranged electrically in series while the light groups can be arranged electrically in parallel.
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21V 21/008 - Suspension à un câble ou à une ligne
F21V 23/02 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des transformateurs ou des impédances
F21V 23/06 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage les éléments étant des dispositifs de couplage
H05B 33/08 - Circuits pour faire fonctionner des sources lumineuses électroluminescentes
F21S 4/15 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël les câbles formant une structure en grille, filet ou réseau
F21Y 113/10 - Combinaison de sources lumineuses de couleurs différentes
F21W 121/00 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
Reinforced electric wires, particularly reinforced electric wires as used in holiday lighting such as Christmas light strings are disclosed. In some embodiments, the reinforced electric wire has a conductor, a reinforcing string or one or more reinforcing threads, and an insulator jacket. In some embodiments, the conductor has a single conductor strand. In some embodiments, the conductor has a plurality of conductor strands. In some embodiments, the wire has an insulator jacket having a plurality of channels therein, where a conductor is passed through the center channel, and reinforcing threads are passed through the other channels.
H01B 7/00 - Conducteurs ou câbles isolés caractérisés par la forme
H01B 7/18 - Protection contre les dommages provoqués par des facteurs extérieurs, p.ex. gaines ou armatures par l'usure, la contrainte mécanique ou la pression
H01B 3/42 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires polyacétals
H01B 3/44 - Isolateurs ou corps isolants caractérisés par le matériau isolant; Emploi de matériaux spécifiés pour leurs propriétés isolantes ou diélectriques composés principalement de substances organiques cires résines acryliques
H01B 13/06 - Isolation des conducteurs ou des câbles
H01B 17/18 - Isolateurs de support pour conducteurs très lourds, p.ex. barres-omnibus, rails
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21W 121/04 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes pour les arbres de Noël
Aspects of the present invention relate to reinforced electric wires, particularly reinforced electric wires as used in holiday lighting such as Christmas light strings. In some embodiments, the reinforced electric wire can comprise a conductor, a reinforcing string or one or more reinforcing threads, and an insulator jacket. In some embodiments, the conductor comprises a single conductor strand. In some embodiments, the conductor comprises a plurality of conductor strands. In some embodiments, the wire comprises an insulator jacket having a plurality of channels therein, where a conductor is passed through the center channel, and reinforcing threads are passed through the other channels. Methods of making wires in accordance with various embodiments are also provided herein.
Aspects of the disclosed technology include a banner lighting system for providing decorative lighting. The banner lighting system comprises a plurality of light groups each having a plurality of segments. Each segment hangs to provide a decorative arrangement having the appearance of a banner. The segments of the light groups can be arranged electrically in series while the light groups can be arranged electrically in parallel.
F21S 4/15 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël les câbles formant une structure en grille, filet ou réseau
An air temperature control system controls the air temperature inside of an air mattress. The air temperature control system includes an air intake component having inner and outer seals to inhibit or facilitate the flow of air into and out of the air mattress. The air temperature control system also includes a temperature control element in fluid communication with the air intake component. The temperature control element is positioned within the air mattress inside of the outer seal. The air temperature control system further includes a controller configured to direct the air intake component to open and close the inner and outer seals and operation of the temperature control element.
Aspects of the disclosed technology include a lighted inflatable pool including: a wall including a first inflatable chamber; a base; at least one lighting element disposed within the wall, the at least one lighting element being configured to emit light; and a receiver connected to the at least one lighting element, the receiver being configured to receive a command for controlling the lighting element and to control the at least one lighting element in correspondence with the command.
The disclosed technology includes an apparatus for a water bucket game. The water bucket game may fill a suspended container with water until the force of the water causes the container to rotate and empty onto pool-goers below. The extent of the rotation may be limited by a stopper positioned within a recess of the container. The water bucket may be configured such that the water bucket returns to an upright position after the bucket empties the water.
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution subsystem can engage the voids of another power distribution subsystem without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
H01R 24/38 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale ayant des contacts disposés concentriquement ou coaxialement
An air mattress comprises an internal structure for helping the air mattress maintain a desired geometric shape when inflated and for preventing shearing of the top and bottom surfaces of the mattress. The internal structure comprises a plurality of connection strips or a mesh web that are attached to a plurality of top surface connection points and bottom surface connection points.
An air mattress comprises an internal structure for helping the air mattress maintain a desired geometric shape when inflated and for preventing shearing of the top and bottom surfaces of the mattress. The internal structure comprises a plurality of connection strips or a mesh web that are attached to a plurality of top surface connection points and bottom surface connection points.
An air mattress comprises an internal structure for helping the air mattress maintain a desired geometric shape when inflated and for preventing shearing of the top and bottom surfaces of the mattress. The internal structure comprises a plurality of connection strips or a mesh web that are attached to a plurality of top surface connection points and bottom surface connection points.
An air mattress comprises an internal structure for helping the air mattress maintain a desired geometric shape when inflated and for preventing shearing of the top and bottom surfaces of the mattress. The internal structure comprises a plurality of connection strips or a mesh web that are attached to a plurality of top surface connection points and bottom surface connection points.
An air mattress comprises an internal structure for helping the air mattress maintain a desired geometric shape when inflated and for preventing shearing of the top and bottom surfaces of the mattress. The internal structure comprises a plurality of connection strips or a mesh web that are attached to a plurality of top surface connection points and bottom surface connection points.
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution systems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution systems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution systems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution system can engage the voids of another power distribution system without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
Embodiments of the present invention provide an improved pool. Embodiments of the present invention also provide a method of making an improved pool. The pool can comprise an integrated sidewall joined to a floor portion. The integrated sidewall can be constructed from one piece of material, and can have fewer seams than traditional pools, thereby reducing the likelihood that that pool will rupture and leak. In some embodiments, since the pool has fewer seams than traditional pools, fewer manufacturing steps are required to make the pool. This can increase manufacturing speed and decrease cost.
A system for mounting decorative objects, such as Christmas trees, is disclosed. The system can include a base and a plurality of inserts. The base can comprise a plurality of feet that have a retracted position for ready storage and a deployed position for supporting a tree. The base can further comprise a locking mechanism for locking the feet in the retracted position, the deployed position, or both. The base can further comprise an adapter for receiving one or more inserts. The inserts can comprise a consistent outer diameter, for insertion into the adapter, and a variety of inner diameters for use with a variety of tree diameters. The insert can be installed on the trunk of a tree and then installed into the adapter on the base simplifying the tree erection process.
Aspects of the present disclosure relate to a safety mechanical barrier for use with a ladder for an above-ground swimming pool that is easy to install and provides safety from children accessing the pool via the ladder. Certain aspects of the present disclosure relate to a safety mechanical barrier that blocks access to the ladder itself, thereby restricting access to an above-ground pool by unsupervised minors.
An air temperature control system controls the air temperature inside of an air mattress. The air temperature control system includes an air intake component having inner and outer seals to inhibit or facilitate the flow of air into and out of the air mattress. The air temperature control system also includes a temperature control element in fluid communication with the air intake component. The temperature control element is positioned within the air mattress inside of the outer seal. The air temperature control system further includes a controller configured to direct the air intake component to open and close the inner and outer seals and operation of the temperature control element.
Employing capacitors as shunts in a decorative light string can prevent the circuit from being opened when a lamp burns out or becomes loose in the socket. But manually assembling such a light string is costly and the quality of the resulting string is not assured to be high. The present disclosure introduces a shunted light string, and a method of assembling that light string that is able to be automated to ensure a consistent quality level by reducing or eliminating human workmanship issues.
F21S 4/10 - Dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage utilisant une guirlande ou une bande de sources lumineuses avec les sources lumineuses attachées à des câbles électriques lâches, p.ex. lumières d'arbre de Noël
F21V 23/00 - Agencement des éléments du circuit électrique dans ou sur les dispositifs d’éclairage
F21V 19/00 - Montage des sources lumineuses ou des supports de sources lumineuses sur ou dans les dispositifs d'éclairage
F21W 121/00 - Utilisation ou application des dispositifs ou des systèmes d'éclairage à des fins décoratives, non prévues dans les groupes
A system for mounting decorative objects, such as Christmas trees, is disclosed. The system can include a base and a plurality of inserts. The base can comprise a plurality of feet that have a retracted position for ready storage and a deployed position for supporting a tree. The base can further comprise a locking mechanism for locking the feet in the retracted position, the deployed position, or both. The base can further comprise an adapter for receiving one or more inserts. The inserts can comprise a consistent outer diameter, for insertion into the adapter, and a variety of inner diameters for use with a variety of tree diameters. The insert can be installed on the trunk of a tree and then installed into the adapter on the base simplifying the tree erection process.
F16M 11/38 - Infrastructure avec ou sans roues à hauteur ou longueur modifiables des pieds, avec utilisation possible pour le transport également par pliage
Apparatus and associated methods may relate to a collapsible tree system having limbs which automatically pivot from a low-profile position while the tree is in a collapsed state to an in-use position when the tree is in an extended state. In an illustrative example, the system may include limb supports movably disposed along a central support. Movement of the limb supports closer together and further apart may cause the limbs to pivot to and from positions. For example, due to limb contact with an adjacent limb support, the limbs may be caused to pivot to the low-profile position. When no forcible contact is present between an adjacent limb support and limb, gravitational forces may permit the limbs to freely pivot to the in-use position. In an illustrative example, each limb support may include a nesting cup for receiving a proximal end of the limbs while in the stowed position.
Apparatus and associated methods may relate to an artificial tree apparatus having a plurality of branch segments hingedbly connected to a trunk segment and adapted to be releasably secured in a stowed position. In an illustrative example, the branch segments may be secured in the stowed position by cinching a control member. For example, each branch segment may include a control member guide having an aperture, wherein the control member may be routed through the apertures of the control member guides for a given layer of branch segments. As the control member is cinched, the branch segments may be hinged inwardly to the stowed position. In an exemplary embodiment, the control member may include a releasable securing apparatus for retaining the branch segments in the stowed position. Releasing the control member from the cinched position may permit the branch segments to freely hinge outwardly to a deployed position.
Inflatable pools for recreational use; play swimming pools; inflatable toys; inflatable swimming pool toys; inflatable ride-on toys; inflatable inner tubes for aquatic recreational use; inflatable toy water-slides; inflatable toy furniture; inflatable boats used as toys; floating recreational lounge chairs; inflatable float mattresses and pads for recreational use; swim floats for recreational use; beach balls and inflatable balls not for exercise use; ring buoys for recreational use; swimming aids, namely, pool rings.
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Systems and methods for a container with portholes
Disclosed is a container, such as an above-ground pool, with an improved porthole. The container can include a base, a side wall joined to the base, and at least one porthole. The porthole can comprise an aperture in the side wall and a generally transparent window sheet attached to the side wall and completely covering the aperture in the side wall. Such a design can be stronger and more durable than conventional portholes. The pool can also have portability and storability characteristics that are superior to those of conventional pools.
A power transfer system to facilitate the transfer of electrical power between tree trunk sections of an artificial tree is disclosed. The power transfer system can advantageously enable neighboring tree trunk sections to be electrically connected without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections. Power distribution subsystems can be disposed within the trunk sections. The power distribution subsystems can comprise a male end, a female end, or both. The male ends can have prongs and the female ends can have voids. The prongs can be inserted into the voids to electrically connect the power distribution subsystems of neighboring tree trunk sections. In some embodiments, the prongs and voids are designed so that the prongs of one power distribution subsystem can engage the voids of another power distribution subsystem without the need to rotationally align the tree trunk sections.
H01R 24/38 - Dispositifs de couplage en deux pièces, ou l'une des pièces qui coopèrent dans ces dispositifs, caractérisés par leur structure générale ayant des contacts disposés concentriquement ou coaxialement
A safety system for a swimming pool ladder is described for use in above-ground swimming pools. The safety system can comprise a frame covered with fabric or other enclosure permanently or temporarily affixed to the ladder and/or the sidewall of an above-ground swimming pool. The fabric can comprise a plurality of vent holes to prevent excessive side loads caused by water currents. The safety system can be detachably coupled to the ladder using a tab and slot configuration. The safety system can prevent objects from entering and becoming trapped between the pool sidewall and the pool ladder.
A connector system facilitates the connection of a first tree trunk to a second tree trunk of an artificial tree system. The connector system can prohibit rotation of the first tree trunk relative to the second tree trunk.
