Card – picture – or sign exhibiting – Illuminated sign – Light bulbs arranged in the outline of indicia
Reexamination Certificate
2006-05-22
2008-12-23
Hoge, Gary C (Department: 3611)
Card, picture, or sign exhibiting
Illuminated sign
Light bulbs arranged in the outline of indicia
C040S552000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07467486
ABSTRACT:
A plurality of light emitting diodes (LEDs) disposed in a customized housing produce bright colored light simulating the appearance of a neon sign. The housing includes an opaque portion that reflects light from the LEDs and a translucent portion shaped in the form of an image or lettering that diffuses light from the LEDs. The inside surface of the opaque portion has a polished reflective surface while the outside surface has a dull textured surface. Light emanating from the LEDs propagates through the translucent portion of the housing appearing to a viewer as a bright uniform and colorful light similar in appearance to the light emitted from a neon sign.
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