Apparatus, method and article of manufacture for a light...

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2005-04-26

2005-04-26

Husar, Stephen (Department: 2875)

Illumination

Light fiber, rod, or pipe

C362S035000, C362S476000, C362S555000, C362S560000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06883949

ABSTRACT:
A light pipe having one or more exterior protrusions that function as a secondary light source and an alignment component. The one or more exterior protrusions may provide a secondary light source by reflecting light from a primary light source. The one or more exterior protrusions also may function to align the light pipe with a lamp assembly or an object on which the light pipe is mounted. Further, a lamp assembly having a light pipe receiving portion, with one or more slits to allow an opening to expand upon insertion of the light pipe, and to provide a retention force upon contraction.

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