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Lens assembly for sideward light emission

US7319244B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 4, 2006
Grant dateJan 15, 2008
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Expiry dateAug 10, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10H20/856
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A lens assembly for sideward light emission includes a lens and a lens cap. The lens has a cup portion, an open end portion, and first and second refracting portions. The cup portion surrounds a light source. The open end portion defines an opening. The first refracting portion interconnects the cup portion and the open end portion. The second refracting portion is disposed in the lens and is formed on the first refracting portion. The lens cap is mounted to the open end portion of the lens for covering the opening.

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