US3697739A
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Fuel burning table lamp
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-07-08
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Granted: 1972-10-10
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Expires: 1991-07-08
Abstract
Abstract A fuel burning table lamp having an upright, central, cylindrical sleeve resembling a candle that is supported with radial legs on a heavy base. A fuel container for fuel burning lamp unit fits in the upper part of the cylindrical sleeve and is shielded by a reflector element positioned on the top of the legs to show the bottom portion of the cylindrical sleeve. The cylindrical sleeve resembles a candle even though the light is provided by a normal wick immersed in the fuel container. The base is weighted to make it difficult to turn over or to carry away. The fuel unit is easily replaceable.
Inventors
- 👤 David M Novak
- 👤 Roberty E Brown
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 03:35
CPC Classifications
F; F21; F21S; F21S13/00; F21S13/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
118 words
A fuel burning table lamp comprising, a base having a ring member with a plurality of upwardly extending legs, a cylindrical sleeve supported between said legs resembling a candle and having an open top, a fuel containing lamp unit removably mounted in said sleeve through said open top, a reflector element, at least partially translucent, mounted on said legs and surrounding said lamp unit, said reflector element extends above and below said top with the lower edge of said reflector element being spaced from said base ring thereby showing a substantial portion of said cylindrical sleeve below said lower edge, and said base has a heavy ballast making the lamp heavy and with a low center of gravity.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
118 words
A fuel burning table lamp comprising, a base having a ring member with a plurality of upwardly extending legs, a cylindrical sleeve supported between said legs resembling a candle and having an open top, a fuel containing lamp unit removably mounted in said sleeve through said open top, a reflector element, at least partially translucent, mounted on said legs and surrounding said lamp unit, said reflector element extends above and below said top with the lower edge of said reflector element being spaced from said base ring thereby showing a substantial portion of said cylindrical sleeve below said lower edge, and said base has a heavy ballast making the lamp heavy and with a low center of gravity.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
A table lamp according to claim 1, wherein said legs have shoulders on the upper ends thereof and said reflector element rests on said shoulders.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
36 words
A table lamp according to claim 1, wherein said lamp unit includes a cap having means for securing it to the upper end of said sleeve, and a fuel containing cup removably held in said cap.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-10-10 | 1976-04-10 | 1976-10-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-10-10 | 1980-04-10 | 1980-10-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-10-10 | 1984-04-10 | 1984-10-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |