Datum structure for ensuring alignment of a lamp assembly
US7018073B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 30, 2004 |
| Grant date | Mar 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 21, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N9/315
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A light source assembly configured for installation into a reflector assembly including a reflector, the reflecting assembly having a datum structure includes lamp having an emitting portion for emitting light, and a header supporting the lamp and defining a plurality of datum surfaces for engaging corresponding datums that are defined by the datum structure, the datum surfaces are disposed and arranged to assure proper alignment of the emitting portion relative to the reflector.
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