Lighting apparatus

Details Lighting apparatus Lighting apparatus

2005-03-22

2005-03-22

Cariaso, Alan (Department: 2875)

Illumination

Elongated source light unit or support

With or including transparent or translucent member

C362S477000, C362S505000, C362S511000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06869202

ABSTRACT:
A lighting apparatus is disclosed for illuminating side surfaces of objects or equipment including, for example, vehicles including boats, retail and/or store shelving and/or equipment, bars, desks, counters, walls, railings, steps, and/or any other object or surface, as desired. In some embodiments, the lighting apparatus includes a bumper. When so provided, the lighting apparatus may help provide a level of protection to objects and/or surfaces that are subject to bumping, sliding or other abuse.

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