Luminaire with enhanced thermal dissipation characteristics
US8740421B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 14, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jun 3, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 6, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF21Y2115/10
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A luminaire with enhanced thermal dissipation characteristics is disclosed. The luminaire may comprise a housing having a first external housing segment and a second external housing segment, the first and second external housing segments being spaced apart to provide an annular opening between the segments. A light source may be positioned at least partially within the first external housing segment, and a heat exchanger may be positioned at least partially within the second external housing segment. The luminaire described herein provides a light source with enhanced thermal dissipation features in an aesthetically pleasing package.
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