US3767910A
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Decorative structure
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-02-22
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Granted: 1973-10-23
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Expires: 1992-02-22
Abstract
Abstract A decorative structure consisting of a plurality of optical fibers mounted within a hollow slide and chimney which rest on the upper edge of a conventional candle. The inner ends of the fibers are disposed adjacent the candle flame so that light is transmitted to the outer tips thereof.
Inventors
- 👤 Harrigan R Major
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 16:04
CPC Classifications
F; F21; F21V; F21V17/00; F21V17/04; F21V35/00; F21V35/006; G; G02; G02B; G02B6/00; G02B6/0001; G02B6/0005; F21V2200/00; F21V2200/10; F21V3/00; F21W; F21W2121/00; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S362/00; Y10S362/806; Y10S362/81; Y10S385/00; Y10S385/901
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
74 words
A decorative structure, comprising: a plurality of optical fibers, each having a light receiving end and a light emitting end, arranged about a light source; a light source consisting of a flame; a holder for said optical fibers; opening(s) to allow for the entrance of air; to supply said flame light source and to allow for the exit of heat and the products of combustion; and a fuel supply for said flame light source.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
74 words
A decorative structure, comprising: a plurality of optical fibers, each having a light receiving end and a light emitting end, arranged about a light source; a light source consisting of a flame; a holder for said optical fibers; opening(s) to allow for the entrance of air; to supply said flame light source and to allow for the exit of heat and the products of combustion; and a fuel supply for said flame light source.
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) | 1976-10-22 | 1977-04-23 | 1977-10-23 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-10-22 | 1981-04-23 | 1981-10-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-10-22 | 1985-04-23 | 1985-10-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |