Light device has built-in digital data system for record image, sound

• US 9,845,948 B2
• Filed: 12/27/2016
• Issued: 12/19/2017
• Est. Priority Date: 11/14/2011
• Status: Active Grant

• Current Assignee: Aaron Chien, Hsin-Yi Wang, Te-Ju Chien
• Original Assignee: Tseng-Lu Chien
• Inventors: Chien, Tseng-Lu
• Primary Examiner(s): Rao, Andy
• Application Number:
  US15/390,783
• Publication Number:
  US 20170175996A1
• Time in Patent Office: 357 Days
• Field of Search: 348142-160
• CPC Class Codes: F21K 9/23 Retrofit light sources for lighting devices with a single fitting for each light source, e.g. for substitution of incandescent lamps with bayonet or threaded fittings
• CPC Class Codes: F21S 8/035 by means of plugging into a wall outlet, e.g. night light
• CPC Class Codes: F21S 9/022 Emergency lighting devices
• CPC Class Codes: F21V 21/08 Devices for easy attachment to any desired place, e.g. clip, clamp, magnet
• CPC Class Codes: F21V 21/14 Adjustable mountings
• CPC Class Codes: F21V 21/22 telescopic
• CPC Class Codes: F21V 21/30 Pivoted housings or frames
• CPC Class Codes: F21V 23/003 the elements being electronics drivers or controllers for operating the light source, e.g. for a LED array
• CPC Class Codes: F21V 23/02 the elements being transformers, impedances or power supply units, e.g. a transformer with a rectifier
• CPC Class Codes: F21V 23/0442 activated by means of a sensor, e.g. motion or photodetectors
• CPC Class Codes: F21V 23/0492 the sensor detecting a change in orientation, a movement or an acceleration of the lighting device, e.g. a tilt switch
• CPC Class Codes: F21V 23/06 the elements being coupling devices , e.g. connectors
• CPC Class Codes: F21V 33/0052 Audio or video equipment, e.g. televisions, telephones, cameras or computers; Remote control devices therefor
• CPC Class Codes: F21V 9/08 for producing coloured light, e.g. monochromatic; for reducing intensity of light with provision for controlling the colour F21V9/40
• CPC Class Codes: F21W 2121/00 Use or application of lighting devices or systems for decorative purposes, not provided for in codes F21W2102/00 – F21W2107/00
• CPC Class Codes: F21Y 2115/10 Light-emitting diodes [LED]
• CPC Class Codes: H04N 1/212 Motion video recording combined with still video recording television signal recording H04N5/76
• CPC Class Codes: H04N 23/50 Constructional details
• CPC Class Codes: H04N 23/51 Housings
• CPC Class Codes: H04N 23/56 provided with illuminating means
• CPC Class Codes: H04N 23/69 : Control of means for changing angle of the field of view, e.g. optical zoom objectives or electronic zooming
• CPC Class Codes: H04N 23/90 : Arrangement of cameras or camera modules, e.g. multiple cameras in TV studios or sports stadiums
• CPC Class Codes: H04N 5/77 : between a recording apparatus and a television camera
• CPC Class Codes: H04N 7/183 : for receiving images from a single remote source
• CPC Class Codes: Y10S 362/80 : Light emitting diode

Abstract

A Light device having built-in digital data means is powered by an unlimited power source for a lamp-holder, LED bulb, or light device connected to unlimited power source by prongs or a base that or conductive wires can be inserted into a socket that would otherwise receiving a bulb or light source. The device may take the form of a webcam having auto tracking added one of plurality functions to make different products and functions and retractable prongs that plug directly into a wall outlet or insert into existing lamp base or incorporate conductive wire to make electric connection at least one of built-in camera, storage unit, wireless kits, Bluetooth kits, motion sensor, light device. The said motion sensor and digital data related device(s) may in separated housing with light source assembly so people can upgrade the non-camera device to has built-in camera and digital device for their old non-camera security light.

Claims

1. An LED bulb device arranged to fit within a light socket in place of a light device, said LED bulb device including an LED bulb housing containing both a digital data device and at least one LED unit, said LED bulb housing including an extension that is removably inserted into said light socket so that said LED-unit and digital data device are supplied with power from an unlimited power source of the light socket, wherein:

said digital data device includes at least one (1) camera having assembly for capturing images, data, or sound at a desired shooting angle, resolution, color, brightness, and sharpness; and

/or (2) at least one of built-in an assembly for storing the images, data, or sound into a memory kit or SD-card; and

/or (3) incorporating assembly for transmitting by wire or wireless system the images, data, or sound;

to at least one of a communication device, computer device, phone, receiver device, and display device,

within said LED bulb housing said digital data device further includes one of other function selected from (a) sensor for sensing motion, sound, light, vibrations, heat, or smoke; and

/or (2) tracking construction for tracking an object and a camera moving set for extending, retracting, or rotating said camera; and

/or (3) additional digital data kits or components selected from a switch, a remote control receiver, lenses, optical components, electrical components, mechanical components, circuitry, an integrated circuit (IC), data communication and storage components, a USB port or port(s) for supply other products or be-charged inside rechargeable battery or energy storage unit(s), a cable, a microphone, a display, a motor, a battery, or power fail device;

said digital data device is turned on or off by said sensor or controller under pre-determined at least one of functions including timing;

period of time;

camera variety of orientation, shooting angle, rotating, functions;

said LED-unit(s) of LED bulb device is turned on or off by said sensor or switch or remote or contact-device or controller under pre-determined for timing, period of time, brightness, color, switch to change functions, camera functions, light show;

said LED bulb device is arranged to be inserted into said light socket such that at least one LED unit and digital data device are supplied with power from said unlimited power source through said light socket into which LED bulb device is inserted,

whereby said LED bulb device provides both an LED lighting function and at least an additional function of said digital data device, said LED bulb device thereby converting said light fixture into a multiple function device that includes both the additional function of the digital data device and the LED lighting function, both supplied with power from said unlimited power source.

2. A LED bulb device as recited in claim 1, wherein said light fixture includes one of a screw socket, a bayonet socket, a socket arranged to receive a two-pin base, a socket arranged to receive a twist-type base, and a push-and-twist socket.

3. A LED bulb device as recited in claim 1, wherein said LED bulb further comprising circuitry for receiving electric current from said light fixture, converting said electric current into electric current for causing said at least one LED unit to emit said light beams, and supplying said electric current to said digital data device.

4. A LED bulb device as recited in claim 1, wherein said digital data device include sensor having more than one sensor head and an integrated circuit for controlling an auto tracking assembly that enables the camera to track moving objects or persons.

5. A LED bulb device as recited in claim 1, wherein said assembly for transmitting the images, data, or sound to at least one of a communication device, computer device, phone, receiver device, and display device includes wireless kits comprising the internet or wifi for e-mailing or wireless transmitting said digital data to a sensor, remote control, or wireless receiver.

6. A LED bulb device as recited in claim 1, wherein said camera includes an optics assembly having assembly for providing at least one of a desired focus, shooting angle, clarity, sharpness, color, distance, movement, tracking, identification, and resolution.

7. A LED bulb device as recited in claim 1, wherein said unlimited power source is an electrical utility power supply system for supplying electricity to homes, residences, and businesses.

8. An LED bulb including an LED bulb housing containing at least one LED unit, said LED bulb housing including an extension that is removably inserted into said light socket so that said LED-unit is supplied with power from an power source of the light socket, wherein:

said LED bulb device is turned on or off by said sensor or controller under pre-determined for timing, period of time, brightness, color, switch functions, camera functions, light show;

within said LED bulb further includes one of other function selected from (a) sensor for sensing light, motion, sound, light, vibrations, heat, or smoke; and

/or (b) tracking construction for tracking an object and a camera moving set for extending, retracting, or rotating said camera; and

/or (c) additional kits or components selected from a switch, a remote control receiver, lenses, optical components, electrical components, mechanical components, circuitry, an integrated circuit (IC), (d) camera assembly and/or digital data storage set and/or data communication to let people can receive to display storage data by components, a cable, a wireless transmitting means, wifi, internet, APP software, a microphone, a displayer, a motor, a battery, or power fail device; and

/or (e) a USB port or port(s) for supply other products or be-charged inside rechargeable battery or energy storage unit s); and

/or (f) LED bulb has built-in rechargeable battery or batteries to supply power while power fail as power fail light; and

/or (g) LED bulb has built-in rechargeable batteries so can be charged while connect with AC power source; and

/or (h) LED bulb has built-in rechargeable batteries can be charged and/or can supply power to other products through the built-in USB ports as power bank, said LED bulb device is arranged to be inserted into said light socket such that at least one LED units and other functions are supplied with power from said power source through said light socket into which LED bulb device is inserted, whereby said LED bulb device provides both an LED lighting function and at least an additional function, said LED) bulb device thereby converting said light fixture into a multiple function device that includes both the additional function and the LED lighting function, both supplied with power from said power source.

9. A LED bulb comprising:

An LED bulb including an LED bulb housing containing at least one LED unit, said LED bulb housing including an extension that is removably inserted into said light socket so that said LED-unit is supplied with power from an power source of the light socket, wherein;

said LED bulb is turned on or off by said sensor, switch, manual switch, remote controller, wireless switch system, contact switch, or controller under pre-determined for timing, period of time, brightness, color, switch functions, camera functions, light show;

said LED bulb has built-in rechargeable battery or batteries or energy storage unit to supply the electric power while not install on the bulb socket, within said LED bulb further includes one of other function selected from (a) sensor for sensing light, motion, sound, light, vibrations, heat, or smoke; and

/or (b) tracking construction for tracking an object and a camera moving set for extending, retracting, or rotating and/or wireless adjust angle, focus, zoom, take photos or video of said camera; and

/or (c) additional kits or components selected from a switch, a remote control receiver, lenses, optical components, electrical components, mechanical components, circuitry, an integrated circuit (IC), (d) camera assembly and/or digital data storage set and/or data communication to let people can receive to display storage data by components, a cable, a wireless transmitting means, wifi, internet, APP software, a microphone, a displayer, a motor, a battery, or power fail device; and

/or (e) a USB port or port(s) for supply other products or be-charged inside rechargeable battery or energy storage unit(s); and

/or (f) LED bulb has built-in rechargeable battery or batteries to supply power while power fail as power fail light; and

/or (g) LED bulb has built-in rechargeable batteries so can be charged while connect with AC power source; and

/or (h) LED bulb has built-in rechargeable batteries can be charged and/or can supply power to other products through the built-in USB ports as power bank.

10. A LED bulb has USB port(s) comprising:

an LED bulb including an LED bulb housing containing at least one LED unit, said LED bulb housing including an extension that is removably inserted into said light socket so that said LED-unit is supplied with power from an power source of the light socket, wherein;

said LED bulb is turned on or off by said sensor, switch, manual switch, remote controller, wireless switch system, contact switch, or controller under pre-determined for timing, period of time, brightness, color, switch functions, camera functions, light show;

said LED bulb has built-in rechargeable battery or batteries or energy storage unit to supply the electric power while not install on the bulb socket, within said LED bulb has USB ports further includes at least one of other function selected from (a) a USB port or port(s) for supply other products or be-charged inside rechargeable battery or energy storage unit(s); and

/or (b) LED bulb has built-in rechargeable battery or batteries to supply power while power fail as power fail light; and

/or (c) LED bulb has built-in rechargeable batteries so can be charged while LED bulb install into bulb socket; and

/or (d) LED bulb has built-in rechargeable batteries can be charged and/or can supply power to other products through the built-in USB ports as power bank; and

/or (e) LED bulb has built-in battery so can offer power to LED-unit(s) while move out from bulb-socket as flashlight; and

/or (fi LED bulb has USB ports can arrange the digital data(s) including photos, sound, video, full color image which took by camera systems for save, upload, download, into, export from the said built-in storage kits or SD card.