Abstract

A corrosion-resistant light-emitting diode lamp assembly, including: a lamp socket defining a cavity with first and second openings and an inner surface; an LED lamp including an LED and a lens projecting through the first opening such that a portion of the lens is inside the cavity and another portion is outside of the cavity, wherein the lens and the lamp socket form a gap therebetween, a first wire including a first conductor and a first insulator, the first conductor electrically connected to the LED lamp; a second wire including a second conductor and a second insulator, the second conductor electrically connected to the LED lamp; a separator portion in the second opening of the lamp socket and positioned between the insulators; and sealing material filling a portion of the cavity and contacting the conductors, the inner surface of the lamp socket, and the outer side surface of the lens.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 31/00 - Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements
• F21K 9/238 - Arrangement or mounting of circuit elements integrated in the light source
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]

Abstract

A water-resistant, push-in type decorative-lighting assembly, including: a reflector defining a reflector cavity; an LED assembly including a plurality of light-emitting diodes (LEDs); a pair of conductive connectors electrically connected to the LED assembly, including a first conductive connector electrically connected to a first end of the LED assembly and a second conductive connector electrically connected to a second end of the LED assembly; a base portion including a body portion, a projection portion projecting from a bottom end of the body portion, and an LED support portion; and a lamp socket defining an upper cavity receiving the body portion of the base portion and a lower cavity receiving the projection portion of the base portion and ends of the first and second conductive connectors.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21K 9/237 - Details of housings or cases, i.e. the parts between the light-generating element and the basesArrangement of components within housings or cases
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• F21V 31/00 - Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements

Abstract

A decorative lighting assembly comprises a first power wire electrically connected to a first power contact and a second power wire electrically connected to a second power contact. The first power wire and the second power wire cooperate to surround a display area of the decorative lighting assembly. Lamp assemblies are distributed across the display area. The lamp assemblies include a first row of lamp assemblies aligned along a first line, a second row aligned along a second line, a third row aligned along a third line, and a fourth row of lamp aligned along a fourth line. A first cord is disposed along a first zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the first row with the lamp assemblies in the second row. Intermediate wires are disposed along a second zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the second row with the lamp assemblies in the third row.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• C11D 7/50 - Solvents
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits

Abstract

A decorative light string for draping on an external structure, comprising a plurality of decorative-lighting wires, each of the plurality of decorative-lighting wires including an outer insulation layer, one or more conductors, and one or more reinforcing strands; and a plurality of lamps electrically connected to one another by the plurality of decorative-lighting wires.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 105/10 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements
• F21Y 105/12 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the geometrical disposition of the light-generating elements, e.g. arranging light-generating elements in differing patterns or densities
• H01B 7/04 - Flexible cables, conductors, or cords, e.g. trailing cables
• H01B 7/18 - Protection against damage caused by external factors, e.g. sheaths or armouring by wear, mechanical force or pressure

Abstract

A tangle-resistant decorative lighting assembly, comprising: a main portion including a plurality of wires and connectors, including first and second connectors and first and second lighted-extension portions extending transversely from the main portion. The first lighted extension portion including: a first connector configured to detachably connect to the first connector of the main portion, a first plurality of wires connected to the first connector, and a first plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the first plurality of wires. The second lighted-extension portion including: a second connector configured to detachably connect to the second connector of the main portion, a second plurality of wires connected to the second connector, and a second plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the second plurality of wires. The first connector of the main portion comprises a lock portion configured to engage with a lock portion of the first connector of the first lighted-extension portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• C11D 7/50 - Solvents
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held
• H05B 45/00 - Circuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED]

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held
• H05B 45/00 - Circuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]

Abstract

A decorative lighting assembly comprises a first power wire electrically connected to a first power contact and a second power wire electrically connected to a second power contact. The first power wire and the second power wire cooperate to surround a display area of the decorative lighting assembly. Lamp assemblies are distributed across the display area. The lamp assemblies include a first row of lamp assemblies aligned along a first line, a second row aligned along a second line, a third row aligned along a third line, and a fourth row of lamp aligned along a fourth line. A first cord is disposed along a first zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the first row with the lamp assemblies in the second row. Intermediate wires are disposed along a second zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the second row with the lamp assemblies in the third row.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• C11D 7/50 - Solvents
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Goods & Services

(1) Downloadable application software for use with a smart phone or similar device for controlling holiday and seasonal lights (2) Holiday and seasonal lights that can be wirelessly controlled

Abstract

A decorative light string for draping on an external structure, comprising a plurality of decorative-lighting wires, each of the plurality of decorative-lighting wires including an outer insulation layer, one or more conductors, and one or more reinforcing strands; and a plurality of lamps electrically connected to one another by the plurality of decorative-lighting wires.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• H01B 7/04 - Flexible cables, conductors, or cords, e.g. trailing cables
• H01B 7/18 - Protection against damage caused by external factors, e.g. sheaths or armouring by wear, mechanical force or pressure
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 105/10 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements
• F21Y 105/12 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the geometrical disposition of the light-generating elements, e.g. arranging light-generating elements in differing patterns or densities

Abstract

A lighting structure, including: a first conductor having a first insulated portion, a second insulation portion and a first conductor portion therebetween, the first conductor portion being bent so as to form a first horizontal portion and two first vertical portions; a second conductor having a first insulated portion, a second insulation portion and a second conductor portion therebetween, the second conductor portion being bent so as to form a first horizontal portion and two first vertical portions; an LED assembly connected to the first horizontal portions of the first and second conductors; a transparent adhesive covering the LED assembly and the first conductor portions of the first and second conductors; and a light-transmitting cap covering the LED assembly and the first horizontal portions of the first and second conductors.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]

Abstract

A decorative lighting assembly comprises a first power wire electrically connected to a first power contact and a second power wire electrically connected to a second power contact. The first power wire and the second power wire cooperate to surround a display area of the decorative lighting assembly. Lamp assemblies are distributed across the display area. The lamp assemblies include a first row of lamp assemblies aligned along a first line, a second row aligned along a second line, a third row aligned along a third line, and a fourth row of lamp aligned along a fourth line. A first cord is disposed along a first zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the first row with the lamp assemblies in the second row. Intermediate wires are disposed along a second zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the second row with the lamp assemblies in the third row.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• H05B 45/00 - Circuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED]
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held

Abstract

A decorative light string including a first group of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other, a second plurality of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other, and a third plurality of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other. The first, second, and third groups of lights are electrically connected in series. A first wire stabilizer is located between the first group of lights and the second group of lights, and a second wire stabilizer is located between the second group of lights and the third group of lights. The first and second wire stabilizers secure wire ends forming first and second gaps in the wiring of the light string.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• H05B 45/00 - Circuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• H05B 45/00 - Circuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A multi-sectional artificial tree with internal and external power wiring for distributing and controlling power to a network of lights. The tree includes multiple tree sections, each tree section with a set of power wires inside a tree trunk, and a network of lighting wires outside the trunk. The network of lighting wires includes a tree-section wire network with a large gauge wire supplying power to groups of lights strings on branches on the tree trunk. Each group of branches has a branch-level lighting network with multiple connectors in series, and that connects to one connector of the tree-section wire network. Each branch-level lighting network powers multiple light strings connected in series, one light string per branch. The wires of the light strings are small gauge, and are connected by the branch-level connectors by a small-wire-to-large-wire connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21S 4/22 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources held by or within elongate supports flexible or deformable, e.g. into a curved shape
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations

Abstract

A decorative light string for draping on an external structure, comprising a plurality of decorative-lighting wires, each of the plurality of decorative-lighting wires including an outer insulation layer, one or more conductors, and one or more reinforcing strands; and a plurality of lamps electrically connected to one another by the plurality of decorative-lighting wires.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• H01B 7/04 - Flexible cables, conductors, or cords, e.g. trailing cables
• H01B 7/18 - Protection against damage caused by external factors, e.g. sheaths or armouring by wear, mechanical force or pressure
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 105/12 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the geometrical disposition of the light-generating elements, e.g. arranging light-generating elements in differing patterns or densities
• F21Y 105/10 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A tangle-resistant decorative lighting assembly, comprising: a main portion including a plurality of wires and connectors, including first and second connectors and first and second lighted-extension portions extending transversely from the main portion. The first lighted extension portion including: a first connector configured to detachably connect to the first connector of the main portion, a first plurality of wires connected to the first connector, and a first plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the first plurality of wires. The second lighted-extension portion including: a second connector configured to detachably connect to the second connector of the main portion, a second plurality of wires connected to the second connector, and a second plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the second plurality of wires. The first connector of the main portion comprises a lock portion configured to engage with a lock portion of the first connector of the first lighted-extension portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A rotation-locking lighted artificial tree that includes a first and second portion. The first portion includes a trunk, first electrical connector, and first wiring harness. The first electrical connector includes a first body portion and a first electrical contact set. The first body portion includes multiple projections electrically isolated from the first electrical contact set. The second tree portion includes a second electrical connector and a second wiring harness. The second electrical connector includes a second body portion and a second electrical contact set, the second body portion including multiple recesses. When the first tree portion couples to the second, the first and second electrical contact sets form an electrical connection and the recesses of the second body portion receive the projections of the first body portion, thereby electrically connecting and mechanically coupling the first tree portion to the second tree portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• H01R 31/00 - Coupling parts supported only by co-operation with counterpart
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations
• H01R 13/502 - BasesCases composed of different pieces
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 43/26 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for engaging or disengaging the two parts of a coupling device
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A multi-sectional artificial tree with internal and external power wiring for distributing and controlling power to a network of lights. The tree includes multiple tree sections, each tree section with a set of power wires inside a tree trunk, and a network of lighting wires outside the trunk. The network of lighting wires includes a tree-section wire network with a large gauge wire supplying power to groups of lights strings on branches on the tree trunk. Each group of branches has a branch-level lighting network with multiple connectors in series, and that connects to one connector of the tree-section wire network. Each branch-level lighting network powers multiple light strings connected in series, one light string per branch. The wires of the light strings are small gauge, and are connected by the branch-level connectors by a small-wire-to-large-wire connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21S 4/22 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources held by or within elongate supports flexible or deformable, e.g. into a curved shape
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations

Abstract

A multi-sectional artificial tree with a tree lighting system. The tree includes a DC power converter, and lower and upper tree sections. Each tree section includes a tree frame with groups of branches and light sets in a ratio of one light set per branch. The thin, single-conductor wires of each light set are affixed only to a single branch to prevent bending and breaking. Each group of branches and light sets is positioned at a particular height on the trunk of the tree. An upper tree section includes fewer branches per group, as compared to a lower section, and thus includes fewer light sets per group. The light sets are wired in series from branch-to-branch, though the number of light sets per group varies from section to section. Consequently, a resistive load is used in the upper tree section to adjust a voltage applied to individual light sets.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 25/12 - Flameproof or explosion-proof arrangements
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• H05B 45/40 - Details of LED load circuits
• F21V 23/02 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being transformers or impedances
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees

Abstract

A light string for artificial trees and lighted decorative sculptures. The light string includes a wiring assembly with first and second parallel electrical conductors that extends substantially parallel to said first electrical conductor, electrical insulation comprising polyvinyl chloride that extends along said central axis and encases said first electrical conductor and said second single electrical conductor, and a plurality of light-emitting diode (LED) assemblies encapsulated by a translucent material, each LED assembly including a housing, an LED mounted to the housing, each LED assembly electrically connected to, and mechanically in between, the first conductor and the second conductor so as to exert a lateral force on the first and second conductors thereby causing the first and second conductors to bend in a direction transverse to the central axis.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 19/00 - Fastening of light sources or lamp holders
• H01L 27/15 - Devices consisting of a plurality of semiconductor or other solid-state components formed in or on a common substrate including semiconductor components with at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier, specially adapted for light emission
• H01L 33/52 - Encapsulations
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21Y 103/10 - Elongate light sources, e.g. fluorescent tubes comprising a linear array of point-like light-generating elements
• H01L 33/48 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof characterised by the semiconductor body packages
• F21Y 113/13 - Combination of light sources of different colours comprising an assembly of point-like light sources

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held
• H05B 45/00 - Circuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees

Abstract

A decorative light string for draping on an external structure, comprising a plurality of decorative-lighting wires, each of the plurality of decorative-lighting wires including an outer insulation layer, one or more conductors, and one or more reinforcing strands; and a plurality of lamps electrically connected to one another by the plurality of decorative-lighting wires.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• H01B 7/04 - Flexible cables, conductors, or cords, e.g. trailing cables
• H01B 7/18 - Protection against damage caused by external factors, e.g. sheaths or armouring by wear, mechanical force or pressure
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 105/12 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the geometrical disposition of the light-generating elements, e.g. arranging light-generating elements in differing patterns or densities
• F21Y 105/10 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A combustion-resistant branch assembly for an artificial tree, the branch assembly including a first branch portion including a first rod having a main portion intermediate a first end portion and a second end portion; a first group of sub-branches attached to the first branch portion, each sub-branch of the first group of sub-branches including a member having a first end portion; and a first winding, including a combustion-resistant strand, wrapped about the first end portion of the first rod of the first branch portion and the first end portion of each sub-branch of the first group of sub-branches, thereby attaching the first group of sub-branches to the first branch portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• A47G 33/04 - Christmas trees

Abstract

A decorative lighting assembly comprises a first power wire electrically connected to a first power contact and a second power wire electrically connected to a second power contact. The first power wire and the second power wire cooperate to surround a display area of the decorative lighting assembly. Lamp assemblies are distributed across the display area. The lamp assemblies include a first row of lamp assemblies aligned along a first line, a second row aligned along a second line, a third row aligned along a third line, and a fourth row of lamp aligned along a fourth line. A first cord is disposed along a first zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the first row with the lamp assemblies in the second row. Intermediate wires are disposed along a second zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the second row with the lamp assemblies in the third row.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A tangle-resistant decorative lighting assembly, comprising: a main portion including a plurality of wires and connectors, including first and second connectors and first and second lighted-extension portions extending transversely from the main portion. The first lighted extension portion including: a first connector configured to detachably connect to the first connector of the main portion, a first plurality of wires connected to the first connector, and a first plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the first plurality of wires. The second lighted-extension portion including: a second connector configured to detachably connect to the second connector of the main portion, a second plurality of wires connected to the second connector, and a second plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the second plurality of wires. The first connector of the main portion comprises a lock portion configured to engage with a lock portion of the first connector of the first lighted-extension portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree, including a first tree portion having a first electrical connector having a first electrical terminal positioned in line with a central vertical axis, and a second electrical terminal. The tree also includes a second tree portion that includes a second electrical connector having a first electrical terminal and a second electrical terminal, the second electrical terminal defining a ring shape that encircles the first electrical terminal. When the first tree portion is coupled to the second tree portion, the first electrical connector is coupled to the second electrical connector, such that the first electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical terminal of the second electrical connector, and the second electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the second electrical terminal of the second electrical connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations
• F21S 2/00 - Systems of lighting devices, not provided for in main groups or , e.g. of modular construction
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/02 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being transformers or impedances
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• H01R 31/00 - Coupling parts supported only by co-operation with counterpart
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21V 23/04 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being switches
• H01R 103/00 - Two poles

Abstract

An artificial tree including a first tree portion including a first trunk and first secured electrical connector. The first trunk comprises a first end, a main portion, and a second flared end defining second-end inside and outside diameters. The first connector is in the main portion and comprises a body with a diameter less than the second-end inside diameter for easy insertion through the second end and into the main portion. A second tree portion couples to the first, and includes a second trunk and a second secured electrical connector. The second trunk comprises a first end, an angled transition portion, a main portion, and a second end, the angled transition portion joining the first end and main portion. The second connector comprises a first portion aligned axially with a second portion, the second portion secured to the main portion, and the first portion inserted into the narrower first end.

IPC Classes  ?

• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations

Abstract

A decorative lighting assembly comprises a first power wire electrically connected to a first power contact and a second power wire electrically connected to a second power contact. The first power wire and the second power wire cooperate to surround a display area of the decorative lighting assembly. Lamp assemblies are distributed across the display area. The lamp assemblies include a first row of lamp assemblies aligned along a first line, a second row aligned along a second line, a third row aligned along a third line, and a fourth row of lamp aligned along a fourth line. A first cord is disposed along a first zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the first row with the lamp assemblies in the second row. Intermediate wires are disposed along a second zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the second row with the lamp assemblies in the third row.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A tangle-resistant decorative lighting assembly, comprising: a main portion including a plurality of wires and connectors, including first and second connectors and first and second lighted-extension portions extending transversely from the main portion. The first lighted extension portion including: a first connector configured to detachably connect to the first connector of the main portion, a first plurality of wires connected to the first connector, and a first plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the first plurality of wires. The second lighted-extension portion including: a second connector configured to detachably connect to the second connector of the main portion, a second plurality of wires connected to the second connector, and a second plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the second plurality of wires. The first connector of the main portion comprises a lock portion configured to engage with a lock portion of the first connector of the first lighted-extension portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

An artificial tree having a first tree section including a trunk and a trunk electrical connector, the trunk electrical connector including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals; and a second tree section including a trunk, a trunk electrical connector, and a light string, the trunk electrical connector in electrical connection with the light string and including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals. The first tree section is configured to electrically connect to the second tree section, such that the first pairs of electrical terminals of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a first type and the second pairs of electrical connectors of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a second type.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21Y 101/00 - Point-like light sources

Abstract

A light string for artificial trees and lighted decorative sculptures. The light string includes a wiring assembly with first and second parallel electrical conductors that extends substantially parallel to said first electrical conductor, electrical insulation comprising polyvinyl chloride that extends along said central axis and encases said first electrical conductor and said second single electrical conductor, and a plurality of light-emitting diode (LED) assemblies encapsulated by a translucent material, each LED assembly including a housing, an LED mounted to the housing, each LED assembly electrically connected to, and mechanically in between, the first conductor and the second conductor so as to exert a lateral force on the first and second conductors thereby causing the first and second conductors to bend in a direction transverse to the central axis.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• H01L 27/15 - Devices consisting of a plurality of semiconductor or other solid-state components formed in or on a common substrate including semiconductor components with at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier, specially adapted for light emission
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 19/00 - Fastening of light sources or lamp holders
• F21Y 113/13 - Combination of light sources of different colours comprising an assembly of point-like light sources
• H01L 33/52 - Encapsulations
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21Y 103/10 - Elongate light sources, e.g. fluorescent tubes comprising a linear array of point-like light-generating elements
• H01L 33/48 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof characterised by the semiconductor body packages

Abstract

An artificial tree that includes a tree trunk, branches on the tree trunk, a power circuit and a shaped light string. The shaped light string is on the branches, is in electrical connection with the power circuit and includes a pair of parallel wires and a plurality of light emitting diode (LED) assemblies electrically connected to the wires, the LED assemblies oriented to direct a maximum intensity of light in a first direction. The shaped light string defines multiple of lighting sections, that extend from a main portion of the shaped light string and include a first longitudinally-extending portion of the wires, a second longitudinally-extending portion of the wires, the second portion being adjacent to, and in contact with, the first portion, an LED assembly adjacent the first and second portions, and a bend forming an end portion of the lighting section.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/26 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources held by or within elongate supports flexible or deformable, e.g. into a curved shape of rope form, e.g. LED lighting ropes, or of tubular form
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21V 19/00 - Fastening of light sources or lamp holders
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 113/13 - Combination of light sources of different colours comprising an assembly of point-like light sources
• F21Y 103/30 - Elongate light sources, e.g. fluorescent tubes curved

Abstract

A reinforced wire for decorative lighting, the wire defining a central longitudinal wire axis and including: a longitudinally-extending reinforcing strand, the reinforcing strand comprising one or more fibers comprising a polymer material and defining a reinforcing-strand axis; a plurality of conductor strands wound about the reinforcing strand, each of the plurality of conductor strands defining a conductor strand axis; and an outer insulating layer adjacent to, and covering, one or more of the conductor strands. The reinforcing strand in cross section normal to the wire axis defines an asymmetrical shape.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• H01B 7/04 - Flexible cables, conductors, or cords, e.g. trailing cables
• H01B 7/18 - Protection against damage caused by external factors, e.g. sheaths or armouring by wear, mechanical force or pressure
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 105/12 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the geometrical disposition of the light-generating elements, e.g. arranging light-generating elements in differing patterns or densities
• F21Y 105/10 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A dual-output power adapter for a lighted artificial tree having a plurality of tree portions with light strings having lighting elements. The dual-output power adapter includes a power cord including a first power conductor and a second power conductor, the power cord configured to transmit an input electrical power; a housing configured to receive the first power conductor and a second power conductor; power-converting circuitry in electrical connection with the first power conductor and the second power conductor, the power-converting circuitry configured to convert the input electrical power to a first output electrical power; a first pair of conductors for transmitting the first output electrical power; and a second pair of conductors for transmitting a second output electrical power.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05B 37/00 - Circuit arrangements for electric light sources in general
• H05B 39/00 - Circuit arrangements or apparatus for operating incandescent light sources
• H05B 41/00 - Circuit arrangements or apparatus for igniting or operating discharge lamps
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/02 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being transformers or impedances
• F21Y 101/00 - Point-like light sources
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]

Abstract

A lighted decorative sculpture. The sculpture is wrapped in light strings having translucent electrical insulation that clads electrical conductors of the light string, so that some of the light emitted by the lighting elements propagates axially along the light string before being scattered, refracted, or reflected radially away from the light string. In this way, the light strings so arranged effectively function as their own reflector, eliminating the need for wrapping the sculpture in an outer layer prior to mounting the light strings. The ability to view between the wrapped light strings and into the illuminated hollow of the sculpture also produces a unique lighting effect, giving the sculpture an overall translucent appearance. Various embodiments include a plurality of light strings that stem from the main power circuit, with LED lighting elements. The number of lighting elements per light string may be limited to prevent dimming of the lighting elements.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/26 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources held by or within elongate supports flexible or deformable, e.g. into a curved shape of rope form, e.g. LED lighting ropes, or of tubular form
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree that includes a first tree section including a trunk, wiring assembly and trunk electrical connector; a second tree section including a trunk, wiring assembly and trunk electrical connector; a distributed light power and control system, including: a primary controller and a plurality of sub-controllers, each of the plurality of sub-controllers in electrical communication with the primary controller; and a plurality of lighting elements, each of the plurality of lighting elements in direct electrical communication with one of the plurality of sub-controllers. The trunk electrical connector of the first tree section couples to the second trunk electrical connector such that power is conducted from the first tree section to the second tree section, and the primary controller controls each of the plurality of sub-controllers, and each of the plurality of sub-controllers selectively powers each of the plurality of lighting elements to create a lighting effect.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21Y 101/02 - Miniature, e.g. light emitting diodes (LED)

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree, including a first tree portion having a first electrical connector having a first electrical terminal positioned in line with a central vertical axis, and a second electrical terminal. The tree also includes a second tree portion that includes a second electrical connector having a first electrical terminal and a second electrical terminal, the second electrical terminal defining a ring shape that encircles the first electrical terminal. When the first tree portion is coupled to the second tree portion, the first electrical connector is coupled to the second electrical connector, such that the first electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical terminal of the second electrical connector, and the second electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the second electrical terminal of the second electrical connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations
• F21S 2/00 - Systems of lighting devices, not provided for in main groups or , e.g. of modular construction
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/02 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being transformers or impedances
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• H01R 31/00 - Coupling parts supported only by co-operation with counterpart
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21V 23/04 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being switches
• H01R 103/00 - Two poles

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• H05B 45/00 - Circuit arrangements for operating light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

An artificial tree having a first tree section including a trunk and a trunk electrical connector, the trunk electrical connector including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals; and a second tree section including a trunk, a trunk electrical connector, and a light string, the trunk electrical connector in electrical connection with the light string and including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals. The first tree section is configured to electrically connect to the second tree section, such that the first pairs of electrical terminals of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a first type and the second pairs of electrical connectors of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a second type.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21Y 101/00 - Point-like light sources

Abstract

A selectively controlled lighted artificial tree with visual timing function indication, comprising: a tree trunk having a plurality of branches; a plurality of lighting assemblies including light elements, the plurality of lighting assemblies distributed about the plurality of branches; a plurality of wires in electrical connection with the plurality of light elements, the plurality of wires for transmitting electrical power to the plurality of light elements; a controller in electrical communication with the plurality of lighting assemblies, the controller including a push-button switch and a logic-control circuit with a processor, the controller configured to selectively cause power to be transmitted to one or more of the plurality of light elements for a power-on duration, and to cause one or more of the plurality of light elements to selectively be powered on and off to provide a visual indication of the power-on duration.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• H05B 37/02 - Controlling
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 31/00 - Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• H05B 33/08 - Circuit arrangements for operating electroluminescent light sources
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 113/13 - Combination of light sources of different colours comprising an assembly of point-like light sources
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]

Abstract

A lighting power and control system for an artificial lighted tree. The system includes: a first primary controller including a processor; a first plurality of sub-controllers, each including a processor, each of the first plurality of sub-controllers in electrical communication with the first primary controller; and a first plurality of lighting elements, each of the first plurality of lighting elements in direct electrical communication with one of the first plurality of sub-controllers. The first primary controller controls each of the first plurality of sub-controllers, and each of the first plurality of sub-controllers selectively powers the plurality of lighting elements according to commands issued by the primary controller.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05B 37/02 - Controlling
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• H05B 33/08 - Circuit arrangements for operating electroluminescent light sources
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• H05B 33/08 - Circuit arrangements for operating electroluminescent light sources
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]

Abstract

A decorative light string including a first group of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other, a second plurality of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other, and a third plurality of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other. The first, second, and third groups of lights are electrically connected in series. A first wire stabilizer is located between the first group of lights and the second group of lights, and a second wire stabilizer is located between the second group of lights and the third group of lights. The first and second wire stabilizers secure wire ends forming first and second gaps in the wiring of the light string.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• H05B 33/08 - Circuit arrangements for operating electroluminescent light sources
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A tangle-resistant decorative lighting assembly, comprising: a main portion including a plurality of wires and connectors, including first and second connectors and first and second lighted-extension portions extending transversely from the main portion. The first lighted extension portion including: a first connector configured to detachably connect to the first connector of the main portion, a first plurality of wires connected to the first connector, and a first plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the first plurality of wires. The second lighted-extension portion including: a second connector configured to detachably connect to the second connector of the main portion, a second plurality of wires connected to the second connector, and a second plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the second plurality of wires. The first connector of the main portion comprises a lock portion configured to engage with a lock portion of the first connector of the first lighted-extension portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 12/24 -
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A lighting power and control system for an artificial lighted tree. The system includes: a first primary controller including a processor; a first plurality of sub-controllers, each including a processor, each of the first plurality of sub-controllers in electrical communication with the first primary controller; and a first plurality of lighting elements, each of the first plurality of lighting elements in direct electrical communication with one of the first plurality of sub-controllers. The first primary controller controls each of the first plurality of sub-controllers, and each of the first plurality of sub-controllers selectively powers the plurality of lighting elements according to commands issued by the primary controller.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05B 37/02 - Controlling
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• H05B 33/08 - Circuit arrangements for operating electroluminescent light sources
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree, including a first tree portion having a first electrical connector having a first electrical terminal positioned in line with a central vertical axis, and a second electrical terminal. The tree also includes a second tree portion that includes a second electrical connector having a first electrical terminal and a second electrical terminal, the second electrical terminal defining a ring shape that encircles the first electrical terminal. When the first tree portion is coupled to the second tree portion, the first electrical connector is coupled to the second electrical connector, such that the first electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical terminal of the second electrical connector, and the second electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the second electrical terminal of the second electrical connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21S 2/00 - Systems of lighting devices, not provided for in main groups or , e.g. of modular construction
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• H01R 31/00 - Coupling parts supported only by co-operation with counterpart
• F21V 23/02 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being transformers or impedances
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21V 23/04 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being switches
• H01R 103/00 - Two poles

Abstract

A reinforced wire for decorative lighting, the wire defining a central longitudinal wire axis and including: a longitudinally-extending reinforcing strand, the reinforcing strand comprising one or more fibers comprising a polymer material and defining a reinforcing-strand axis; a plurality of conductor strands wound about the reinforcing strand, each of the plurality of conductor strands defining a conductor strand axis; and an outer insulating layer adjacent to, and covering, one or more of the conductor strands. The reinforcing strand in cross section normal to the wire axis defines an asymmetrical shape.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• H01B 7/04 - Flexible cables, conductors, or cords, e.g. trailing cables
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• H01B 7/18 - Protection against damage caused by external factors, e.g. sheaths or armouring by wear, mechanical force or pressure
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21Y 105/12 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the geometrical disposition of the light-generating elements, e.g. arranging light-generating elements in differing patterns or densities
• F21Y 105/10 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements

Abstract

A tangle-resistant decorative lighting assembly, comprising: a main portion including a plurality of wires and connectors, including first and second connectors and first and second lighted-extension portions extending transversely from the main portion. The first lighted extension portion including: a first connector configured to detachably connect to the first connector of the main portion, a first plurality of wires connected to the first connector, and a first plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the first plurality of wires. The second lighted-extension portion including: a second connector configured to detachably connect to the second connector of the main portion, a second plurality of wires connected to the second connector, and a second plurality of lamp assemblies connected to the second plurality of wires. The first connector of the main portion comprises a lock portion configured to engage with a lock portion of the first connector of the first lighted-extension portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 12/24 -
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree including a first trunk body, a second trunk body, a first electrical connector inside the first trunk body, and a second electrical connector inside the second trunk body. The first trunk body is keyed to the second trunk body such that the first trunk body is rotationally locked to the second trunk body. The first electrical connector is keyed to the second electrical connector such that the first electrical connector is rotationally locked to the second electrical connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• A47G 33/12 - Christmas tree stands
• F21V 17/00 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree as that includes a first trunk body, a second trunk body, a first electrical connector, and a second electrical connector. The first electrical connector is housed in the first trunk body, and the second electrical connector is housed in the second trunk body. The first trunk body is configured to couple to the second trunk body, causing the first and second electrical connectors to make electrical connection, the first electrical connector being rotationally locked to the second electrical connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree, including a first tree portion having a first electrical connector having a first electrical terminal positioned in line with a central vertical axis, and a second electrical terminal. The tree also includes a second tree portion that includes a second electrical connector having a first electrical terminal and a second electrical terminal, the second electrical terminal defining a ring shape that encircles the first electrical terminal. When the first tree portion is coupled to the second tree portion, the first electrical connector is coupled to the second electrical connector, such that the first electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical terminal of the second electrical connector, and the second electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the second electrical terminal of the second electrical connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• H01R 31/00 - Coupling parts supported only by co-operation with counterpart
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21S 2/00 - Systems of lighting devices, not provided for in main groups or , e.g. of modular construction
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 23/02 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being transformers or impedances
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• A47G 33/08 - Christmas tree decorations
• H01R 103/00 - Two poles
• F21V 23/04 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being switches
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees

Abstract

An artificial tree having a first tree section including a trunk and a trunk electrical connector, the trunk electrical connector including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals; and a second tree section including a trunk, a trunk electrical connector, and a light string, the trunk electrical connector in electrical connection with the light string and including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals. The first tree section is configured to electrically connect to the second tree section, such that the first pairs of electrical terminals of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a first type and the second pairs of electrical connectors of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a second type.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21Y 101/02 - Miniature, e.g. light emitting diodes (LED)

Abstract

A combustion-resistant branch assembly for an artificial tree, the branch assembly including a first branch portion including a first rod having a main portion intermediate a first end portion and a second end portion; a first group of sub-branches attached to the first branch portion, each sub-branch of the first group of sub-branches including a member having a first end portion; and a first winding, including a combustion-resistant strand, wrapped about the first end portion of the first rod of the first branch portion and the first end portion of each sub-branch of the first group of sub-branches, thereby attaching the first group of sub-branches to the first branch portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• A47G 33/04 - Christmas trees

Abstract

A decorative lighting assembly comprises a first power wire electrically connected to a first power contact and a second power wire electrically connected to a second power contact. The first power wire and the second power wire cooperate to surround a display area of the decorative lighting assembly. Lamp assemblies are distributed across the display area. The lamp assemblies include a first row of lamp assemblies aligned along a first line, a second row aligned along a second line, a third row aligned along a third line, and a fourth row of lamp aligned along a fourth line. A first cord is disposed along a first zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the first row with the lamp assemblies in the second row. Intermediate wires are disposed along a second zig-zag path connecting the lamp assemblies in the second row with the lamp assemblies in the third row.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 25/00 - Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands

Abstract

A modular, lighted artificial tree that includes a base portion for supporting the artificial tree and a first tree portion. The first tree portion includes a trunk portion having a first end and a second end, and forms a trunk wall, the trunk wall defines a trunk cavity and a plurality of apertures. The first end of the trunk portion is configured to couple with the base portion. The first tree portion also includes a plurality of branches coupled to the trunk portion; a first tree portion power-supply wiring harness within the trunk cavity and extending from the first end of the trunk portion to the second end of the trunk portion; a first light string operably coupled to the power-supply wiring harness. The first wire and the second wire pass through a common aperture to electrically connect to the wiring harness.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• H01R 43/26 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for engaging or disengaging the two parts of a coupling device
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees

Abstract

A modular, lighted artificial tree that includes a base portion for supporting the artificial tree and a first tree portion. The first tree portion includes a trunk portion having a first end and a second end, and forms a trunk wall, the trunk wall defines a trunk cavity and a plurality of apertures. The first end of the trunk portion is configured to couple with the base portion. The first tree portion also includes a plurality of branches coupled to the trunk portion; a first tree portion power-supply wiring harness within the trunk cavity and extending from the first end of the trunk portion to the second end of the trunk portion; a first light string operably coupled to the power-supply wiring harness. The first wire and the second wire pass through a common aperture to electrically connect to the wiring harness.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• F21V 21/00 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for

Abstract

A conformal power adapter for insertion into a lighted artificial tree and for converting power received from an external power source to a power usable by the lighted artificial tree. The power adapter includes an elongated housing including a first end, and a second end; a printed circuit board assembly including power-converting circuitry for converting an input electrical power to an output electrical power for use by a lighted artificial tree having a hollow trunk section, the printed circuit board assembly located substantially within the elongated housing; a power cord secured to the first end of the housing and in electrical connection with the power converting electronics, the power cord adapted to transmit power from an external power source to the power-converting circuitry. The elongated housing enclosing the printed circuit board assembly is sized to fit substantially within the hollow trunk portion of the lighted artificial tree.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• H05B 37/00 - Circuit arrangements for electric light sources in general
• H05B 39/00 - Circuit arrangements or apparatus for operating incandescent light sources
• H05B 41/00 - Circuit arrangements or apparatus for igniting or operating discharge lamps
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• H05K 7/06 - Arrangements of circuit components or wiring on supporting structure on insulating boards
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/02 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being transformers or impedances
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• F21Y 101/00 - Point-like light sources
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]

Abstract

A dual-output power adapter for a lighted artificial tree having a plurality of tree portions with light strings having lighting elements. The dual-output power adapter includes a power cord including a first power conductor and a second power conductor, the power cord configured to transmit an input electrical power; a housing configured to receive the first power conductor and a second power conductor; power-converting circuitry in electrical connection with the first power conductor and the second power conductor, the power-converting circuitry configured to convert the input electrical power to a first output electrical power; a first pair of conductors for transmitting the first output electrical power; and a second pair of conductors for transmitting a second output electrical power.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• H05B 37/00 - Circuit arrangements for electric light sources in general
• H05B 39/00 - Circuit arrangements or apparatus for operating incandescent light sources
• H05B 41/00 - Circuit arrangements or apparatus for igniting or operating discharge lamps
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/02 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being transformers or impedances
• F21Y 101/00 - Point-like light sources

Abstract

A reinforced wire for decorative lighting, the wire defining a central longitudinal wire axis and including: a longitudinally-extending reinforcing strand, the reinforcing strand comprising one or more fibers comprising a polymer material and defining a reinforcing-strand axis; a plurality of conductor strands wound about the reinforcing strand, each of the plurality of conductor strands defining a conductor strand axis; and an outer insulating layer adjacent to, and covering, one or more of the conductor strands. The reinforcing strand in cross section normal to the wire axis defines an asymmetrical shape.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• H01B 7/04 - Flexible cables, conductors, or cords, e.g. trailing cables
• F21S 4/15 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights the cables forming a grid, net or web structure
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21Y 105/12 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the geometrical disposition of the light-generating elements, e.g. arranging light-generating elements in differing patterns or densities
• F21Y 105/10 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements

Abstract

A decorative light string including a first group of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other, a second plurality of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other, and a third plurality of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other. The first, second, and third groups of lights are electrically connected in series. A first wire stabilizer is located between the first group of lights and the second group of lights, and a second wire stabilizer is located between the second group of lights and the third group of lights. The first and second wire stabilizers secure wire ends forming first and second gaps in the wiring of the light string.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• H05B 33/08 - Circuit arrangements for operating electroluminescent light sources
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree, including a first tree portion having a first electrical connector having a first electrical terminal positioned in line with a central vertical axis, and a second electrical terminal. The tree also includes a second tree portion that includes a second electrical connector having a first electrical terminal and a second electrical terminal, the second electrical terminal defining a ring shape that encircles the first electrical terminal. When the first tree portion is coupled to the second tree portion, the first electrical connector is coupled to the second electrical connector, such that the first electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical terminal of the second electrical connector, and the second electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the second electrical terminal of the second electrical connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees

Abstract

A rotation-locking lighted artificial tree that includes a first and second portion. The first portion includes a trunk, first electrical connector, and first wiring harness. The first electrical connector includes a first body portion and a first electrical contact set. The first body portion includes multiple projections electrically isolated from the first electrical contact set. The second tree portion includes a second electrical connector and a second wiring harness. The second electrical connector includes a second body portion and a second electrical contact set, the second body portion including multiple recesses. When the first tree portion couples to the second, the first and second electrical contact sets form an electrical connection and the recesses of the second body portion receive the projections of the first body portion, thereby electrically connecting and mechanically coupling the first tree portion to the second tree portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• H01R 43/26 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for engaging or disengaging the two parts of a coupling device
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01R 13/502 - BasesCases composed of different pieces
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees

Abstract

A reinforced wire for decorative lighting, the wire defining a central longitudinal wire axis and including: a longitudinally-extending reinforcing strand, the reinforcing strand comprising one or more fibers comprising a polymer material and defining a reinforcing-strand axis; a plurality of conductor strands wound about the reinforcing strand, each of the plurality of conductor strands defining a conductor strand axis; and an outer insulating layer adjacent to, and covering, one or more of the conductor strands. The reinforcing strand in cross section normal to the wire axis defines an asymmetrical shape.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• H01B 7/04 - Flexible cables, conductors, or cords, e.g. trailing cables
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 105/00 - Planar light sources

Abstract

A reinforced wire for decorative lighting, the wire defining a central longitudinal wire axis and including: a longitudinally-extending reinforcing strand, the reinforcing strand comprising one or more fibers comprising a polymer material and defining a reinforcing-strand axis; a plurality of conductor strands wound about the reinforcing strand, each of the plurality of conductor strands defining a conductor strand axis; and an outer insulating layer adjacent to, and covering, one or more of the conductor strands. The reinforcing strand in cross section normal to the wire axis defines an asymmetrical shape.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• H01B 7/04 - Flexible cables, conductors, or cords, e.g. trailing cables
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 105/00 - Planar light sources

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
• H05B 33/08 - Circuit arrangements for operating electroluminescent light sources
• H01R 33/92 - Holders formed as intermediate parts for distributing energy in parallel through two or more counterparts at least one of which is attached to apparatus to be held
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups
• F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• F21V 21/00 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips
• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 7/04 - Optical design
• A47G 33/00 - Religious or ritual equipment in dwelling or for general use
• A01N 3/00 - Preservation of plants or parts thereof, e.g. inhibiting evaporation, improvement of the appearance of leavesGrafting wax

Abstract

An artificial tree having a first tree section including a trunk and a trunk electrical connector, the trunk electrical connector including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals; and a second tree section including a trunk, a trunk electrical connector, and a light string, the trunk electrical connector in electrical connection with the light string and including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals. The first tree section is configured to electrically connect to the second tree section, such that the first pairs of electrical terminals of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a first type and the second pairs of electrical connectors of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a second type.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources

Abstract

An artificial tree that includes a first trunk body having a first elongated projection that extends axially from a first end toward a second end and forms a first keyway; a first electrical connector anchored within the first end of the first trunk body; a second trunk body, including a second elongated projection that extends axially, the second elongated projection forming a second keyway, the second elongated projection configured to be received by the first keyway; and a second electrical connector anchored within a first end of the second trunk body. The second elongated projection is received by the first keyway, and first and second electrical terminals of the first electrical connector make electrical connection with first and second electrical terminals of the second electrical connector, when the first end of the first trunk body is coupled to the first end of the second trunk body.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 13/64 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• A47G 33/12 - Christmas tree stands

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree as that includes a first trunk body, a second trunk body, a first electrical connector, and a second electrical connector. The first electrical connector is housed in the first trunk body, and the second electrical connector is housed in the second trunk body. The first trunk body is configured to couple to the second trunk body, causing the first and second electrical connectors to make electrical connection, the first electrical connector being rotationally locked to the second electrical connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
• F21W 121/00 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

A dual-output power adapter for a lighted artificial tree having a plurality of tree portions with light strings having lighting elements. The dual-output power adapter includes a power cord including a first power conductor and a second power conductor, the power cord configured to transmit an input electrical power; a housing configured to receive the first power conductor and a second power conductor; power-converting circuitry in electrical connection with the first power conductor and the second power conductor, the power-converting circuitry configured to convert the input electrical power to a first output electrical power; a first pair of conductors for transmitting the first output electrical power; and a second pair of conductors for transmitting a second output electrical power.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05B 37/00 - Circuit arrangements for electric light sources in general
• H05B 39/00 - Circuit arrangements or apparatus for operating incandescent light sources
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees

Abstract

A decorative light string including a first group of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other, a second plurality of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other, and a third plurality of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other. The first, second, and third groups of lights are electrically connected in series. A first wire stabilizer is located between the first group of lights and the second group of lights, and a second wire stabilizer is located between the second group of lights and the third group of lights. The first and second wire stabilizers secure wire ends forming first and second gaps in the wiring of the light string.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 101/02 - Miniature, e.g. light emitting diodes (LED)
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree including a first trunk body, a second trunk body, a first electrical connector inside the first trunk body, and a second electrical connector inside the second trunk body. The first trunk body is keyed to the second trunk body such that the first trunk body is rotationally locked to the second trunk body. The first electrical connector is keyed to the second electrical connector such that the first electrical connector is rotationally locked to the second electrical connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees

Abstract

A tree trunk system for an artificial decorative tree includes a first trunk body defining a first central axis extending from a distal end to a proximal end, the distal end having an insertable portion defining a plurality of channels, and a second trunk body having a proximal end configured to receive the insertable portion of the first trunk body and having a protuberance extending radially inward. When the trunk bodies are coupled, thereby preventing rotation of the first trunk body relative the second trunk body, about the common central axis.

IPC Classes  ?

• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree, including a first tree portion having a first electrical connector having a first electrical terminal positioned in line with a central vertical axis, and a second electrical terminal. The tree also includes a second tree portion that includes a second electrical connector having a first electrical terminal and a second electrical terminal, the second electrical terminal defining a ring shape that encircles the first electrical terminal. When the first tree portion is coupled to the second tree portion, the first electrical connector is coupled to the second electrical connector, such that the first electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical terminal of the second electrical connector, and the second electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the second electrical terminal of the second electrical connector.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A41G 1/00 - Artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or treesGarlands
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees

Abstract

A rotation-locking lighted artificial tree that includes a first and second portion. The first portion includes a trunk, first electrical connector, and first wiring harness. The first electrical connector includes a first body portion and a first electrical contact set. The first body portion includes multiple projections electrically isolated from the first electrical contact set. The second tree portion includes a second electrical connector and a second wiring harness. The second electrical connector includes a second body portion and a second electrical contact set, the second body portion including multiple recesses. When the first tree portion couples to the second, the first and second electrical contact sets form an electrical connection and the recesses of the second body portion receive the projections of the first body portion, thereby electrically connecting and mechanically coupling the first tree portion to the second tree portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• H01R 43/26 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for engaging or disengaging the two parts of a coupling device

Abstract

A modular, lighted artificial tree that includes a base portion for supporting the artificial tree and a first tree portion. The first tree portion includes a trunk portion having a first end and a second end, and forms a trunk wall, the trunk wall defines a trunk cavity and a plurality of apertures. The first end of the trunk portion is configured to couple with the base portion. The first tree portion also includes a plurality of branches coupled to the trunk portion; a first tree portion power-supply wiring harness within the trunk cavity and extending from the first end of the trunk portion to the second end of the trunk portion; a first light string operably coupled to the power-supply wiring harness. The first wire and the second wire pass through a common aperture to electrically connect to the wiring harness.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• F21V 21/00 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips
• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• H01R 43/26 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for engaging or disengaging the two parts of a coupling device
• H01R 4/70 - Insulation of connections
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• H01R 13/50 - BasesCases formed as an integral body
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 101/02 - Miniature, e.g. light emitting diodes (LED)

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• H01B 17/00 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by their form
• F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21Y 101/02 - Miniature, e.g. light emitting diodes (LED)
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices

Abstract

A locking artificial tree trunk including a first generally cylindrical, hollow trunk portion including an upper end, the upper end defining a notch, and a second generally cylindrical trunk portion including a body portion, a lower end having an insertable portion, and an upper end. The locking artificial tree trunk also includes a coupling mechanism having a body portion and an upper portion having a tab, and defining a channel for receiving the insertable portion of the lower end of the second trunk portion. The body portion is inserted substantially into the upper end of the first trunk portion with the tab of the upper portion aligned with the notch, thereby preventing rotation of the coupling mechanism within the upper end of the first trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees

Abstract

A locking artificial tree trunk including a first generally cylindrical, hollow trunk portion including an upper end, the upper end defining a notch, and a second generally cylindrical trunk portion including a body portion, a lower end having an insertable portion, and an upper end. The locking artificial tree trunk also includes a coupling mechanism having a body portion and an upper portion having a tab, and defining a channel for receiving the insertable portion of the lower end of the second trunk portion. The body portion is inserted substantially into the upper end of the first trunk portion with the tab of the upper portion aligned with the notch, thereby preventing rotation of the coupling mechanism within the upper end of the first trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A47G 33/04 - Christmas trees
• F21S 4/00 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources
• A47G 33/06 - Artificial Christmas trees
• F21W 121/04 - Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in groups for Christmas trees
• F21V 23/06 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices the elements being coupling devices

Abstract

A decorative light string including a first group of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other, a second plurality of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other, and a third plurality of light elements electrically connected in parallel to each other. The first, second, and third groups of lights are electrically connected in series. A first wire stabilizer is located between the first group of lights and the second group of lights, and a second wire stabilizer is located between the second group of lights and the third group of lights. The first and second wire stabilizers secure wire ends forming first and second gaps in the wiring of the light string.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 33/00 - Coupling devices specially adapted for supporting apparatus and having one part acting as a holder providing support and electrical connection via a counterpart which is structurally associated with the apparatus, e.g. lamp holdersSeparate parts thereof

Abstract

A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F21S 6/00 - Lighting devices intended to be free-standing
• A47G 33/04 - Christmas trees