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Radio frequency powered gas-filled lamps

US8836219B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 18, 2011
Grant dateSep 16, 2014
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Expiry dateJul 16, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02B20/00
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and system for powering gas-filled lamps using radio and/or microwave frequencies is disclosed. The method and system may include a gas-filled lamp, an antenna positioned proximal to the gas-filled lamp, a conductive element surrounding the gas-filled lamp, and a power source connector coupled to the antenna.

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