Heat management for a light fixture with an adjustable...

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2011-01-25

2011-01-25

O Shea, Sandra L (Department: 2875)

Illumination

Plural light sources

With support

C362S218000, C362S294000, C362S373000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07874700

ABSTRACT:
A light fixture includes a member having a substantially frusto-conical shape. A channel extends between a wide top end of the member and a narrower bottom end of the member. The member includes multiple surfaces (“facets”) disposed around its outer surface. Each facet is configured to receive one or more light emitting diodes (“LEDs”) in a linear or non-linear array. Each facet can be integral to the member or coupled to the member. The channel is configured to transfer heat generated by the LEDs through convection. Fins can be disposed within the channel, extending from the inner surface of the member to an inner channel. The fins are configured to transfer heat away from, and provide a greater surface area for convecting heat away from, the member. For example, one or both of the channels can transfer heat by a venturi effect.

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