Lighting apparatus

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2011-07-05

2011-07-05

Lee, Diane I (Department: 2875)

Illumination

Edge lighted panel

Light guide

C362S555000, C362S577000, C362S612000, C362S630000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07972053

ABSTRACT:
A lighting apparatus provided in the form of a bulb for use in a solar lantern or other electrical device. The lighting apparatus includes a hollow light guide with a light reflective layer on the inside. A first and second light source such as an array of LEDs, LECs, etc. is positioned at opposite ends of the hollow light guide such the light emitted by the light sources is directed through the light guide between the inner and outer sidewalls thereof. The first and second light source are connected to a power source such as a battery.

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