Electric lamp and discharge devices: systems – Plural power supplies – Plural cathode and/or anode load device
Reexamination Certificate
2000-03-24
2001-08-14
Wong, Don (Department: 2821)
Electric lamp and discharge devices: systems
Plural power supplies
Plural cathode and/or anode load device
C313S505000, C345S045000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06274985
ABSTRACT:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to electroluminescent displays. More specifically, the present invention relates to a bindable electroluminescent display for use in advertising and similar industries.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The advertising and publishing industries constantly demand fresh ideas and new presentation styles to maintain the interest of potential customers. One way to provide freshness in presentation is to use lighting or animation in the promotion. Previously, advertisers looking for dramatic lighting effects or motion in their advertisements necessarily turned to television or billboards. With the onslaught of web based advertisement, promotional material can be more eye-catching and interactive than ever. Magazines and other printed publications are at a disadvantage in this game, primarily because they are limited to still pictures. Promotions in printed publications cannot at this point, grab the readers attention in the same way that promotions in other material can. Printed publications have previously enhanced their advertising through the inclusion of samples, scent and special effects such as holographic images. However, there remains a need for a printed page which can be included in a bound publication or similar material and has the capability to display motion and lighting effects to catch the eye and the interest of the viewer.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The current invention is a bindable electroluminescent display which is suitable for inclusion in publications such as magazines or newspapers. The invention, in a preferred form, includes a substrate with a margin portion. An electroluminescent lamp assembly is attached with or printed on the substrate. The electroluminescent lamp assembly is controlled by a microprocessor or other controller. The microprocessor and electroluminescent lamp are powered by a flat battery which is connected with the microprocessor and electroluminescent lamp assembly by one or more printed conductive conductive perimeter traces.
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Add-Vision, Inc.
Pillsbury & Winthrop LLP
Tran Thuy Vinh
Wong Don
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