Toy with elongated light source

Details Toy with elongated light source Toy with elongated light source

2006-07-21

2009-08-18

Wells, Nikita (Department: 2881)

Amusement devices: toys

Having chemiluminescent light source, optic fiber, mirror,...

C446S047000, C446S175000, C362S511000, C362S551000, C043S017500, C473S570000

Reexamination Certificate

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07575499

ABSTRACT:
A lighting apparatus is disclosed for providing illumination to an object or surface. In one illustrative embodiment, the light apparatus is used to help improve the visibility of a vehicle by providing illumination to at least part of the vehicle. In other illustrative embodiments, the light apparatus may be used to provide illumination for other objects or equipment including, for example, docks, retail and/or store shelving and/or equipment, bars, desks, counters, walls, railings, steps, and/or any other object or surface, as desired. In some embodiments, the lighting apparatus includes a bumper. When so provided, the lighting apparatus may help provide a level of protection to objects and/or surfaces that are subject to bumping, sliding or other abuse. In other illustrative embodiments, the lighting apparatus may be used to increase the visual appeal of an object or surface, such as a wall, a toy, an appliance or any other object, as desired.

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