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Ellipsoidal slot light

US5921666A · kind A · utility

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13Claims
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Filing dateMar 4, 1997
Grant dateJul 13, 1999
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Expiry dateMar 4, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF21Y2113/00
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A recessed ceiling light fixture is provided that includes a reflector with multiple ellipsoidal segments. Each ellipsoidal segment reflects light through a common focal point or area. Reflecting the light of each ellipsoidal segment through a common focal point or area, only a very narrow aperture is required. Further, improved light distribution and improved space to mounting height ratios are also provided by using a reflector with multiple ellipsoidal segments.

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