Apparatus and methods for providing emergency safety lighting

Details Apparatus and methods for providing emergency safety lighting Apparatus and methods for providing emergency safety lighting

2008-04-08

2008-04-08

Vu, David H. (Department: 2821)

Electric lamp and discharge devices: systems

With radiant energy sensitive control means

C315S157000, C315S158000, C315S159000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07355349

ABSTRACT:
The present invention transforms existing electrical wall outlets into an emergency lighting system for homes, hospitals, hotels, nursing homes and businesses. The lighting device, designed as a replacement electrical wall outlet or receptacle, simply plugs into an existing dual outlet after removal of its faceplate. The lighting device continues to function as an electrical outlet, however, also comprises a local power source such as a constant charge lithium ion battery; a motion sensor for initiating a low level of lighting for darkened room or corridor transit; a power sensor for activating a high level of light when electrical service is disrupted, thereby broadcasting a wash of light over an otherwise darkened room or corridor; and a photoelectric cell which detects daylight or otherwise provided lighting of the room or corridor and thereby prevent unnecessary power usage.

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