Patent Publication Number: US-2023138548-A1

Title: Lamp with changeable decorative or information insert

Description:
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION 
     This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 17/516,918 filed on Nov. 2, 2021 titled SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LAMP WITH CHANGEABLE DECORATIVE OR INFORMATION DISPLAY CAPABILITY the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. 
    
    
     FIELD OF THE TECHNOLOGY 
     The invention is in the field of electrical devices and, more specifically, for a lamp with changeable display region. 
     BACKGROUND 
     LED or incandescent light bulbs are used in lamps, which are electrical devices. The lamps typically have a base, a body, an electrical receiving portion where the light bulb is secured, and sometimes a shade portion. Some of these lamps are used on a desk or a working surface. The lamps on the desk or working surface are used to provide lighting and the aesthetic feature of lamp typically is not changeable. Given that these lamps are located on a surface in close proximity to a person, there is a need to be able to change the appearance of the lamp or to use the lamp to provide information to a user. Therefore, what is needed is a system and method for a lamp that can be adapted in appearance and/or provide information to a user in proximity to the lamp. 
     SUMMARY 
     In accordance with various aspects and embodiments of the invention, a system and method for a lamp that can be adapted in appearance and/or provide information to a user in proximity to the lamp. The overall system allows updating the appearance of the lamp and/or using the lamp to communicate information to a user. There are numerous advantages provided by the system and method of the invention, including the ability to adapt the lamp to the décor of the room. Further, the lamp can be adapted to provide information, including local news, menus, etc. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       The invention is described in accordance with the aspects and embodiments in the following description with reference to the figures (FIGS.), in which like numbers represent the same or similar elements. 
         FIG.  1    shows a lamp with a receiving unit and a base in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  2    shows a lamp with a receiving unit and a base in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  3    shows a light bulb receiving section and a receiving unit of a lamp in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  4    shows one example of an upper cap for the receiving unit of  FIG.  3    in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  5    shows one example of a lower cap for the receiving unit of  FIG.  3    in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  6    shows an exploded view of a lamp showing a unit and a base in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  7    shows a lamp in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  8    shows a top cross-sectional view of a receiving unit of  FIG.  7    in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  9    shows a side view of a lamp that includes one example of a receiving unit in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  10    shows a side view of a lamp that includes one example of a receiving unit in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  11    shows a side view of a lamp that includes one example of a receiving unit in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  12    shows a side view of a lamp that includes one example of a receiving unit in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  13    shows a side view of a lamp that includes one example of a receiving unit in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  14    shows a side view of a lamp that includes one example of a receiving unit in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  15 A  shows a cross-sectional view of a portion of a lamp, including one example of an upper cap receiving an inner wall and an outer wall in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  15 B  shows a cross-sectional view of a portion of a lamp, including one example of an upper cap receiving an inner wall and an outer wall in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  16 A  shows a cross-sectional view of a portion of a lamp having a socket disposed in a cavity defined by an inner wall in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  16 B  shows a cross-sectional view of a portion of a lamp having a socket disposed in a cavity defined by an inner wall in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  17    shows a side view of a portion of a lamp having a slit in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  18    shows a side view of a lamp receiving an insert through a slit in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  19    shows a side view of a portion of a lamp having a slit in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
         FIG.  20    shows a side view of a lamp receiving an insert through a slit in accordance with the various aspects and embodiments of the invention. 
     
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION 
     Reference throughout this specification to “one embodiment,” “an example,” “one example,” “an embodiment,” or similar language, means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the various aspects of the invention may be included in at least one embodiment of the invention. Thus, appearances of the phrases “in one embodiment,” “in an embodiment,” “in one example,” “in certain embodiments,” and similar language throughout this specification refer to the various examples of the invention and are used interchangeably. It is noted that, as used in this description, the singular forms “a,” “an” and “the” include plural referents, unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. 
     The described features, structures, or characteristics of the invention may be combined in any suitable manner in accordance with the aspects and one or more embodiments of the invention. In the following description, numerous specific details are recited to provide an understanding of various embodiments of the invention. One skilled in the relevant art will recognize, however, that the invention may be practiced without one or more of the specific details, or with other methods, components, materials, and so forth. In other instances, well-known structures, materials, or operations are not shown or described in detail to avoid obscuring the aspects of the invention. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  1    a lamp  100  is shown in accordance with one embodiment of the invention. The lamp  100  includes a base  110 , a unit  112 , a shade  114  and a shade support  116 . In one embodiment, the unit  112  includes various parts, as outlined below, to allow it to receive an insert, such as various printed material, color design prints or printed words. The printed words may be information (such as a menu or a newspaper) or advertisement. In one embodiment, the unit  112  includes various parts, as outlined below, to allow it to receive a flexible display as an insert. The flexibly display can show various images or printed words. In accordance with some embodiments, the flexible display can be remotely programmed and can communicate wirelessly with a personal device (or computer) to receive the information or images that are to be displayed. The lamp  100  also includes a socket (not shown in  FIG.  1   ) for receiving a light bulb (not shown). In accordance with some embodiments, the socket is secured to the base  110  and used to provide power to a light bulb inserted therein and generate lighting. 
     The lamp  100  also includes wiring (not shown) connected to the socket. The wiring is connected to a power source. In accordance with some embodiments, the power source may be AC, such as a 110V or 220V outlet. In accordance with some embodiments, the power source may be DC, such as a battery. In accordance with some embodiments, the power source may be solar cells or photovoltaic to convert illumination (such as Sun&#39;s rays or lighting) to power. In accordance with some embodiments, the power source is a combination of AC and DC used with or without solar cells. Further, the power source may use a combination of solar cells to power the lamp and store the energy in a battery (for later power supply to the lamp). As noted below, the n accordance with some embodiments, the shade  114  is made of solar cell material. 
     The base  110  is shown in accordance with one example of the invention. The base  110  defines an opening for receiving the unit  112 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  2   , a lamp  200  is shown in accordance with one embodiment of the invention. The lamp  200  includes a base  210 , a unit  212 , a shade  214  and a shade support  216 . In accordance with some embodiments, the shade  214  includes solar cells for powering a light bulb connected to the lamp. The lamp  200  includes a socket (not shown), into which a light bulb is secured and used to provide lighting. The lamp  200  includes wiring (not shown) connected to the socket and for connecting to a power source in order to power the light bulb. The base  210  is shown in accordance with one example of the invention. The base  210  defines an opening for receiving the unit  212 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  3   , a lamp  300  is shown in accordance with one embodiment of the invention. The lamp  300  includes a unit  312 , a shade support  316 , and a socket  320 . The socket  320  receives a light bulb and has an extension that runs vertically along an axis defined by the shape of the unit  312 . The shade support  316  is secured to the socket  320 . In one embodiment, the shade support  316  is secured to the unit  312  (not shown). The unit  312  includes an upper cap  330  and a lower cap  332 . The upper cap and the lower cap  332  are of the same shape and size. In one example the shape is circular. In another example, the shape is triangular. In another example, the shape is square. As evident from this disclosure, the upper cap  330  and the lower cap  332  can be any shape. As outlined in greater detail below, the shape of the upper cap  330  and the lower cap  332  determine or define the shape of unit  312 . In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the upper cap  330  defines a radial opening or slot from a center hole thereof (not shown). The radial opening allows for removal of the upper cap  330  from the lamp  300  with the socket  320  in place. 
     The unit  312  includes an outer wall  342  and an inner wall  340 . The outer wall  342  is made of translucent or clear material. The inner wall  340  includes multiple holes In accordance with some embodiments and can be made of opaque or translucent material. In accordance with some embodiments, the opacity is sufficient to obscure a portion of a rod running through the unit  312  that supports the socket  320 . The upper cap  330  includes an opening for receiving and holding in place the socket  320 . In one embodiment, the unit  312  includes a flexible display for displaying images and information. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  4   , an upper cap  400  is shown in accordance with one embodiment of the invention. In accordance with one embodiment of the invention, the upper cap  400  defines a hole  450  for receiving any one of: the socket  320 &#39;s supporting rod, the shade support  316  of  FIG.  3   , and/or wires connected to the socket  320  (not shown) In accordance with other examples of the invention, the upper cap includes other openings or other connection points for securing or coupling to the shape support  316 . In accordance with one example, the upper cap  400  is received and secured to the outer wall  342  and inner wall  340  in the desired shape. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  5   , a lower cap  500  is shown in accordance with one embodiment of the invention. The lower cap  500  defines a hole  550  (not shown) that allows passing of a wire through, which wire is connected to the socket  320  of  FIG.  3    in accordance with one embodiment of the invention. In accordance with other examples of the invention, the lower cap  500  includes other openings or other connection points for securing or coupling the lower cap  500  to the outer wall  342  and the inner wall  340  ( FIG.  3   ). In accordance with one embodiment of the invention, the lower cap  500  includes an outer side with means for coupling or securing the lower cap  332  to the base, such as base  110  of  FIG.  1    or base  210  of  FIG.  2   , respectively. In accordance with the various embodiments of the invention, the means for coupling or securing the lower cap  332  to the base includes tabs that engage the base. In accordance with the various embodiments of the invention, the means for coupling or securing the lower cap  332  to the base includes a threaded portion that threads to the base. In accordance with the various embodiments of the invention, the means for coupling or securing the lower cap  332  to the base includes using a glue or liquid to secure the lower cap  332  to the base. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  6   , an exploded view of a lamp is shown having a unit  612  in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The unit  612  includes a lower cap  632 , an outer wall  640 , and an inner wall  642 . In accordance with some embodiments, the inner wall  642  defines openings or holes (as shown). In accordance with some embodiments, the inner wall  642  is solid. In accordance with some embodiments, the inner wall  642  is partially or completely opaque In accordance with some embodiments, the inner wall  642  is transparent or clear. The inner wall  642  and the outer wall  640  are of different diameters or sizes. The outer wall  640  wraps around the inner wall  642 . As the outer wall  640  and the inner wall  642  are placed within and secured to the lower cap  632  at one end and the upper cap (not shown in this  FIG.  6   ) at the other end. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the outer walls and inner walls are securely held in place by the lower cap  632 . In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the outer walls and inner walls are securely held in place by the lower cap  632  and the upper cab collectively. 
     When a piece of paper or a decorative paper is placed between the outer wall  640  and the inner wall  642 , the paper is held securely in place due to the tension created between the outer wall  640  and the inner wall  642  that results from securing the inner wall  642  and the outer wall  640  inside the lower cap  632  and the upper cap (not shown). In accordance with some embodiments opposing edges of the outer wall  640  define a slit  652 . The slit  652  is capable of receiving an insert into the gap formed between the inner wall  642  and the outer wall  640 . In accordance with some embodiments, the base  632  defines a hole  660  through which, for example, a power cord  662  passes. In accordance with some embodiments, the hole  660  is aligned with the positioning of the slit  652 . In accordance with some embodiments, a switch  664  is disposed along the power cord  662 . The switch  664 , In accordance with some embodiments, includes a plurality of intensity settings for determining the intensity of illumination for lighting powered via the cord  662 . The cord  662  is connect to all light sources of the lamp in accordance with some embodiments. The cord  662  is connect to one of the lighting sources, one of which is shown in  FIG.  16 A , in accordance with some embodiments of the invention. The cord  662  is connect to all light sources of the lamp and a flat display (as noted below) in accordance with some embodiments. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  7   , a lamp  700  is shown in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The lamp  700  includes a unit  712 , shade  714 , and a shade support  714 . The unit  712  includes an outer wall  742  and a lower cap  732 . In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the lamp  700  includes a decorative paper inserted behind the outer wall  742 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  8   , a top cross sectional view of the unit  712  of  FIG.  7    is shown in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The unit  712  includes the outer wall  742  and the inner wall  740 . Also the unit  712  is capable of receiving an insert  860  that is positioned and secured between the outer wall  742  and the inner wall  740 . As noted herein, the insert  860  may be any paper/thin plastic insert—decorative and/or informational. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the insertion  860  is a flexible display that is power by the lamp. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  9   , a lamp  900  is shown in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The lamp  900  includes a unit  912 , a shade  914 , and a shade support  916 . The unit  912  includes a lower cap  932 , an inner wall  940 , an outer wall  942 , an insert  960 , and a cut-out section  970 . The cut-out section  970  allows for use of a thumb to grip the insert  960  for removal and replacement when the unit  912  is kept assembled. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the insert  960  is a flexible display that is powered by the lamp  900 . In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the power source for the flexible display is supplied from/through a connection with the socket of the lamp  900 , which is connected to a power source using a wired connection. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the power source for the flexible display is from solar cells, which includes using the light emitted by the lamp  900  to generate power using the solar cells. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  10   , a lamp  1000  is shown in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The lamp  1000  includes a unit  1012 . The unit  1012  includes a lower cap  1032 , an inner wall  1040 , an outer wall  1042 , and a cut-out section  1070 . The lamp  1000  is shown in accordance with one embodiment with an insert  1060 . The cut-out section  1070  allows for use of a thumb to grip the insert  1060  for removal and replacement when the unit  1012  is kept assembled. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the inner wall  1040  is angled with respect to the outer wall  1042 , such that a top portion  1080  of the unit  1012  is wider than a lower portion  1082  of the unit  1012 . This allows for the insert  1060  to be inserted between the inner wall  1040  and the outer wall  1042 . The insert  1060  is inserted and, hence, wedged tightly and held in place by the lower portion  1082 . In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the difference in the separation between the portion  1080  and the portion  1082  is caused by having the inner wall  1040  being secured in place at an angle; the thickness of the inner wall  1040  being the same along its entire length. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the difference between the separation for the portion  1080  and the portion  1082  is due to a variation in the thickness of the inner wall  1040 , such that the inner wall  1040  is thinner near the portion  1080  and thicker near the portion  1082 . Thus, the inner wall  1040  is secured in place in a vertical position and the variation in the thickness of the inner wall  1040  (from top to bottom along the length of the inner wall  1040 ) causes the difference in the gap portion  1080  relative to the gap portion  1082 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  11   , a lamp  1100  is shown in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The lamp  1100  includes a unit  1112 . The unit  1112  includes a lower cap  1132 , an inner wall  1140 , an outer wall  1142 , and a cut-out section  1170 , wherein the unit  1112  receives and hold in place an insert  1160 . The cut-out section  1170  allows for use of a thumb to grip the insert  1160  for removal and replacement when the unit  1112  is kept assembled. Additionally, the cut-out section  1170  allows for an opening to receive a wired connection for powering the insert  1170  in accordance with some embodiments of the invention as related to the various figures. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the inner wall  1140  is angled away from the outer wall  1142 , such that a center area  1140   a  is concave relative to the outer wall  1142 . A top portion  1182  and a bottom portion  1182  of the unit  1112  are narrower than the center area  1140   a  at a center portion  1180  of the unit  1112 . This allows for the insert  1160  to be wedged tightly and held in place by top and bottom portions  1182 . In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the difference in the separation between center portion  1180  and top/bottom portions  1182  is caused by having a variation in the thickness (along the length) of the inner wall  1140 , such that the inner wall  1140  is thinner near the portion  1180  and thicker near the top/bottom portions  1182 . Thus, the inner wall  1140  is secured in place in a vertical position and the variation in the thickness of the inner wall  1140  (from top to center to bottom) causes the difference in the width of the center portion  1180  relative to the bottom/top portions  1182 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  12   , a lamp  1200  is shown in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The lamp  1200  includes a unit  1212  and an insert  1260 , as shown. The unit  1212  includes a lower cap  1232 , an inner wall  1240 , an outer wall  1242 , and a cut-out section  1270 . The cut-out section  1270  allows for use of a thumb to grip the insert  1260  for removal and replacement when the unit  1212  is kept assembled. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the inner wall  1240  is angled toward the outer wall  1242 , such that a center area  1240   a  of the inner wall  1240  is convex relative to the outer wall  1242 . A middle portion  1282  of the unit  1212  is narrower than the top/bottom portions  1280  with respect to the outer wall  1242 . This allows for the insert  1260  to be wedged tightly and held in place at the center area  1240   a  (at the center portion  1282 ). In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the difference in the separation between top/bottom portions  1280  and the center portion  1282  is caused by having the inner wall  1240  with a variation in the thickness of the inner wall  1240  along its length. The inner wall  1240  is thinner near the top/bottom portions  1280  resulting in a wider gap; the inner wall  1240  is thicker near the center portion  1282  resulting a narrower gap with respect to the outer wall  1242 . Thus, the inner wall  1240  is secured in place in a vertical position and the variation in the thickness of the inner wall  1240  (from top to center to bottom) causes the difference in the thickness of the top/bottom portions  1280  relative to the center portion  1282 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  13   , a lamp  1300  is shown in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The lamp  1300  includes a unit  1312 . The unit  1312  includes a lower cap  1332 , an inner wall  1340 , an outer wall  1342 , an insert  1360 , and a cut-out section  1370 . The cut-out section  1370  allows for use of a thumb to grip the insert  1360  for removal and replacement when the unit  1312  is kept assembled. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the inner wall  1340  is curved toward the outer wall  1342  at areas  1340   a . The portions  1380  are concave relative to the outer wall  1342 . A middle portion  1382  is narrower at the area  1340   a  similar to the top/bottom portions at areas  1340   a . This allows for the insert  1360  to be wedged tightly and held in place using the areas  1340   a , including at the center portion  1382 . In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the difference in the separation between top/bottom/center portions  1382  in areas  1340   a  and the portions  1380  is caused by having a variation in the thickness of the inner wall  1340 . The inner wall  1340  is thinner near the portions  1380  and thicker near the top/bottom/center areas  1340   a . Thus, the inner wall  1340  is secured in place in a vertical position and the variation in the thickness of the inner wall  1340  (from top to center to bottom) causes the difference in the thickness of the top/bottom/center areas  1340   a  relative to the portions  1380 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  14   , a lamp  1400  is shown in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The lamp  1400  includes a unit  1412 . The unit  1412  includes a lower cap  1432 , an inner wall  1440 , an outer wall  1442 , an insert  1460 , and a cut-out section  1470 . The cut-out section  1470  allows for use of a thumb to grip the insert  1460  for removal and replacement when the unit  1412  is kept assembled. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the inner wall  1440  is curved toward the outer wall  1442  at areas  1440   a . The portions  1480  are concave relative to the outer wall  1442 . The portions  1482  are convex relative to the outer wall  1442 . Portions  1482  are narrower than portion  1480 . This allows for the insert  1460  to be wedged tightly and held in place using the areas  1440   a , which is at the portions  1482 . In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the difference in the separation between portions  1482  and the portions  1480  is caused by having a variation in the thickness of the inner wall  1440 . The inner wall  1440  is thinner near the portions  1480  and thicker near the portions  1482 . Thus, the inner wall  1440  is secured in place in a vertical position and the variation in the thickness of the inner wall  1440  (from top to center to bottom) causes the difference in the thickness of the portions  1482  relative to the portions  1480 . 
     Referring to  FIG.  15 A , a cross-section of a portion of a lamp  1500  is shown in accordance with some embodiments of the invention. The lamp  1500  includes an upper cap  1520 , an outer wall  1540 , and an inner wall  1542 . Portions  1550  and  1555  protrude from the upper cap  1520  to thereby stabilize the outer wall  1540  and the inner wall  1542  and maintain the gap  1570 , into which the insert is placed through, a slit as discussed below. 
     Referring to  FIG.  15 B , a cross-section of a portion of a lamp  1500  is shown in accordance with some embodiments of the invention. The lamp  1500  includes an upper cap  1520 , an outer wall  1540 , and an inner wall  1542 . Portions  1550 ,  1555 , and  1557  protrude from the upper cap  1520  to thereby stabilize the outer wall  1540  and the inner wall  1542  and maintain the gap  1570 , into which the insert is placed through, a slit as discussed below. 
     In accordance with some embodiments, the outer wall  1540  and the inner wall  1542  are made by forming and bending a rectangular-like shape into a cylindrical shape through inserting into the upper cap  1520  and lower cap (not shown). The rectangular-like shape includes a cut-out portion that defines a slit when the rectangular-like shape is formed into a cylindrical shape. 
     In accordance with some embodiments, the outer wall  1540  and inner wall  1542  are manufactured as a cylinder of appropriate dimensions. The formed cylinder for the outer wall  1540  and the inner wall  1542  are seamless and the outer wall  1540  includes a slit (discussed below) defined therein by cutting out or removing a portion of the cylinder&#39;s wall. 
     Referring to  FIG.  16 A , a cross-sectional view of a lamp  1600  is shown. The lamp includes a unit  1612 . In accordance with some embodiments, a socket  1620  is disposed within the unit  1612 , held in place by a support  1630 . The socket  1620  includes a cord that supplies power to the socket  1620 . As with other embodiments, the lamp  1600  includes a lower cap  1632 , an outer wall  1640 , and an inner wall  1642 . The cap  1632  defines a hole  1635  through with the cord passes. In accordance with some embodiments, the outer wall  1640  includes a slit that matches the distance between the upper cap (not shown) and the lower cap  1632  and the slit is positioned in-line with and above the opening  1635 . 
     Referring to  FIG.  16 B , a cross-sectional view of a lamp  1600  is shown. The lamp includes a unit  1612 . In accordance with some embodiments, a socket  1620  is disposed within the unit  1612 , held in place by a support  1630 . The socket  1620  includes a cord that supplies power to the socket  1620 . As with other embodiments, the lamp  1600  includes a lower cap  1632 , an outer wall  1640 , and an inner wall  1642 . The cap  1632  defines a hole  1635  through with the cord passes. In accordance with some embodiments, the outer wall  1640  includes a slit that is longer than the distance between the upper cap (not shown) and the lower cap  1632  and the slit is positioned in-line with and above the opening  1635 . 
     Referring to  FIG.  17   , a portion of a lamp  1700  is shown. The lamp  1700  includes a unit  1712  having an outer wall  1740 . In accordance with some embodiments, opposing vertical edges  1742 ,  1746  of the outer wall  1740  define a slit  1760 . In accordance with various embodiments as outline above, the slit  1760  can be created or defined in various ways. As will be described with reference to  FIG.  18   , in accordance with some embodiments, the slit  1760  provides for receiving an insert into a gap between the outer wall  1740  and an inner wall. 
     Referring to  FIG.  18   , a portion of a lamp  1800 , which may be the lamp  1700 , is shown in accordance with the various embodiments of the invention. The lamp  1800  includes a unit  1812  having an outer wall  1840  defining a slit  1860 .  FIG.  18    depicts an insert  1870  being received into the slit  1860 . 
     Referring to  FIG.  19   , a portion of a lamp  1900  is shown. The lamp  1900  includes a unit  1912  having an upper cap  1930 , a lower cap  1932 , and an outer wall  1940 . In accordance with some embodiments, the outer wall  1940  includes a slit  1960 , which may be a cutout. Opposing ends  1964  and  1968  of the cutout forming the slit  1960  are covered by the upper cap  1930  and the lower cap  1932 , respectively. As will be described with reference to  FIG.  20   , in accordance with some embodiments, the slit  1960  provides for receiving an insert into a gap between the outer wall  1940  and an inner wall. 
     Referring to  FIG.  20   , a portion of a lamp  2000 , which may be the lamp  1900 , is shown. The lamp  2000  includes a unit  2012  having an outer wall  2040  defining a slit  2060 .  FIG.  20    depicts an insert  2070  being received into the slit  2060 . As noted in accordance with the various embodiments of the invention, the lit  2060  can be defined in a number of different ways. 
     Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention belongs. The verb “couple,” its gerundial forms, and other variants, should be understood to refer to either direct connections or operative manners of interaction between elements of the invention through one or more intermediating elements, whether or not any such intermediating element is recited. Any methods and materials similar or equivalent to those described herein can also be used in the practice of the invention. Representative illustrative methods and materials are also described. 
     All publications and patents cited in this specification are herein incorporated by reference as if each individual publication or patent were specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference and are incorporated herein by reference to disclose and describe the methods and/or system in connection with which the publications are cited. The citation of any publication is for its disclosure prior to the filing date and should not be construed as an admission that the invention is not entitled to antedate such publication by virtue of prior invention. Further, the dates of publication provided may be different from the actual publication dates which may need to be independently confirmed. 
     Additionally, it is intended that such equivalents include both currently known equivalents and equivalents developed in the future, i.e., any elements developed that perform the same function, regardless of structure. The scope of the invention, therefore, is not intended to be limited to the exemplary embodiments shown and described herein. 
     An article of manufacture (e.g., lamps or electrical devices) may include a non-transitory computer readable medium or storage that may include a series of instructions, such as computer readable program steps or code encoded therein. In certain aspects of the invention, the non-transitory computer readable medium includes one or more data repositories. Thus, in certain embodiments that are in accordance with any aspect of the invention, computer readable program code (or code) is encoded in a non-transitory computer readable medium of the computing device. The processor or a module, in turn, executes the computer readable program code to create or amend an existing computer-aided design using a tool. The term “module” as used herein may refer to one or more circuits, components, registers, processors, software subroutines, or any combination thereof. In other aspects of the embodiments, the creation or amendment of the computer-aided design is implemented as a web-based software application in which portions of the data related to the computer-aided design or the tool or the computer readable program code are received or transmitted to a computing device of a host. 
     An article of manufacture or system, in accordance with various aspects of the invention, is implemented in a variety of ways: with one or more distinct processors or microprocessors, volatile and/or non-volatile memory and peripherals or peripheral controllers; with an integrated microcontroller, which has a processor, local volatile and non-volatile memory, peripherals and input/output pins; discrete logic which implements a fixed version of the article of manufacture or system; and programmable logic which implements a version of the article of manufacture or system which can be reprogrammed either through a local or remote interface. Such logic could implement a control system either in logic or via a set of commands executed by a processor. 
     Accordingly, the preceding merely illustrates the various aspects and principles as incorporated in various embodiments of the invention. It will be appreciated that those of ordinary skill in the art will be able to devise various arrangements which, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the invention and are included within its spirit and scope. Furthermore, all examples and conditional language recited herein are principally intended to aid the reader in understanding the principles of the invention and the concepts contributed by the inventors to furthering the art, and are to be construed as being without limitation to such specifically recited examples and conditions. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the invention, as well as specific examples thereof, are intended to encompass both structural and functional equivalents thereof. Additionally, it is intended that such equivalents include both currently known equivalents and equivalents developed in the future, i.e., any elements developed that perform the same function, regardless of structure. 
     Therefore, the scope of the invention, therefore, is not intended to be limited to the various aspects and embodiments discussed and described herein. Rather, the scope and spirit of invention is embodied by the appended claims.