Patent Publication Number: US-2022235929-A1

Title: Smart candle platform and system

Description:
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION(S) 
     The following patent applications and patents are incorporated by reference herein in their entireties: U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/799,249 filed on Oct. 31, 2017; U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/452,704 filed Mar. 7, 2017 (now U.S. Pat. No. 9,810,426) and U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/361,187 filed on Mar. 21, 2019. 
     BACKGROUND 
     As disclosed, the Smart Candle Platform and System is a lighting device and system using natural fuel such as oil or wax providing a structure for an improved lighting experience. In at least one embodiment, the interiorly positioned candle assembly allows for a replaceable outer shell and offers improvements in safety via the spring-loaded bottom feed of the candle assembly. In other embodiments, ignition, control and communication systems may be added to the Smart Candle Platform and System for electrical or electronic control for enhanced safety and enjoyment during operation. Candle light is desirable and consumers enjoy it as a “romantic” or “natural” light source. However, traditional candles and their operation are generally less than desirable because of operating and safety concerns. 
     The Smart Candle Platform and System as disclosed overcomes many common operating and safety issues of using a living flame “candle”, subject to a particular configuration. As is well known, lit candles are a common cause of fires, particularly from accidents involving tipping or falling. For example, when something falls on top of or is too close to the candle flame it can cause a fire. Also, for example, if a candle is not assembled properly then an incidental fire can result and/or accumulation and spillage of hot wax resulting in a mess and annoyance. As is well known, typical candles are manually operated and require direct user contact wherein the user has to go to each candle and light/extinguish it manually and individually. This also limits candle placement options. 
     SUMMARY 
     The Smart Candle Platform and System as disclosed contemplates a lighting system providing the beauty and romance of the natural or living flame candle using a frame and structure that allows for use with a multitude of various systems to enhance safety and operation including a plurality of sensors, a control system and a communications system(s) to enhance safety, improve control and generally improve and enhance the user experience while providing an aesthetically pleasing package comparable to a traditional wax pillar candle. In one embodiment, the Smart Candle Platform and System may be configured as a “Simple Candle” using the unique inner frame, top cover, candle assembly (or fuel assembly) and base along with a replaceable cosmetic outer shell for enhanced safety and operation. In one embodiment, a wax overflow trough may be incorporated proximate the top cover aperture. In one embodiment flame position control may be incorporated. The Simple Candle may also incorporate scents via direct injection or via a scent infused ring proximate to the live flame. See  FIG. 3E  herein illustrating a simplified view of a possible scent ring  47  useful with the present disclosure positioned adjacent to a sensor printed circuit board (PCB)  39  and ignitor ring  36 . The Simple Candle may also incorporate the improved safety allowed by a candle or fuel assembly which feeds from the bottom versus the top. The basic structure of the bottom versus the top. 
     In one embodiment, the Smart Candle Platform and System may also be configured with at least one, if not all of the features of the Simple Candle, and further incorporate at least one of the following additional elements for additional safety to produce a “Safe Candle” having a replaceable outer shell which is safer to operate and implements basic technology which may allow for self-extinguishment during unsafe condition, alone or in combination, including an exhaust fan and/or a pressurized CO2 canister for flame extinguishment. The “Safe Candle” may also incorporate at least one sensor indicating tilt or turnover, an object proximity sensor in relation to the live flame, and at least one sensor indicating continuity failure of the Smart Candle Platform, i.e. dis-engagement of the base from inner sleeve, by way of example, without limitation or restriction. In one embodiment, a microcontroller unit may be implemented to coordinate data collected via the at least one sensor and at least one system for control. The Safe Candle embodiment may include a battery pack or receive power from an external source such as a cigarette lighter or a standard wall plug for use with a home electrical system. 
     In one embodiment, the Smart Candle Platform and System may also be configured with at least one, if not all of the features of the Simple Candle and the Safe Candle embodiments, and further incorporate at least one of the following additional elements for additional enjoyment to produce a “Smart Candle” configured for communication and control via a smart phone and/or smart phone app. 
     In one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System, a control system may be added, which may be as simple as an on/off switch, for turning the system on/off. When combined with a smart phone app., this operation may be completed remotely. As will be disclosed herein, in one embodiment, the addition of a tipping/fall sensor (e.g., the one using an accelerometer) triggers (controls) the extinguishing of the flame and prevents the ignitor (burner) from being engaged and may be implemented in some manner or degree with the Simple Candle, the Safe Candle or the Smart Candle, and combinations thereof. 
     In one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System, the addition of a proximity sensor similarly prevents a flame from being present when something violates the “safe” proximity zone—for example if a curtain is obstructing or contacting the candle shell. In another embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System, inclusion of a continuity sensor prevents generation of a flame when the fuel cartridge, the igniter and/or the aperture are not properly assembled or aligned. 
     In one embodiment, a continuity sensor positioned between the inner sleeve and base prevents generation of a flame if there is improper alignment or dis-engagement between the base and inner sleeve. 
     In one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System, a fuel level sensor may be incorporated to provide indication to the user of the need to refuel, further, the sensor may be connected to the control system to initiate auto-shutdown in the event of a fuel outage. 
     In one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System, a flame detection system may be incorporated and may be integrated into a control system to initiate an automatic or semi-automatic shutdown in the event of an unsafe condition, i.e. detection of a flame external to the top cover aperture indicating the potential for ignition external to the live flame. 
     In one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System, a temperature sensor may be incorporated and may be integrated into a control system to initiate an automatic or semi-automatic shutdown in the event of an unsafe condition, i.e. high temperatures at the top cover indicating the potential for ignition external to the live flame. 
     In one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System, inclusion of a communication system would allow communication with a remote, computer or smart phone app. wirelessly via sound, voice, Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy, Wi-Fi, RF, cellular and/or other wireless communications methods and/or frequencies, or other existing “smart home standards” networks like i.e. Apple Home Kit, Google/Nest Thread, Zigby, WeMo, Z-wave, alone or in combinations therein to allow infinite user control for flexibility in lighting and extinguishing the smart candle(s) remotely either individually or by groups or zones. As one of ordinary skill will appreciate, this can be done with a single remote control or with a software application on a “smart phone” as an example. The communications can be managed directly via communications and control systems working alone or together to control either an individual smart candle, a group of smart candles communicating between each other or to a single hub and then out to the plurality of smart candles communicating with that hub. 
     In one embodiment, the Smart Candle Platform and System may also be configured with at least one, if not all, of the features of the embodiments described above, and further incorporate at least one of the following additional features. The Smart Candle Platform and System may include an outer shell having a hollow interior connecting a first opening at an upper end of the outer shell and a second opening at a lower end of the outer shell. The Smart Candle Platform and System may include an inner shell positioned within the hollow interior of the outer shell and having a hollow inner volume. The Smart Candle Platform and System may include a support plate positioned within the hollow inner volume of the inner shell, the support plate having a hollow channel through a mid-section thereof. The Smart Candle Platform and System may include an ignition assembly positioned within the hollow inner volume of the inner shell. The Smart Candle Platform and System may include a fuel source positioned within the hollow inner volume of the inner shell, the fuel source having a cylindrical shape, wherein an upper section of the fuel source has a smaller diameter than a lower section of the fuel source, the fuel source further including a first set of threads thereon for engagement with a corresponding second set of threads of the inner shell so as to allow the fuel source to be secured within the hollow inner volume of the inner shell. The Smart Candle Platform and System may include an ignitor mount positioned within the hollow inner volume of the inner shell, the ignitor mount having a hollow channel through the ignitor mount, and a side wall around the hollow channel through the ignitor mount, wherein the side wall has a groove around the hollow channel through the ignitor mount. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments and together with the description, serve to explain and illustrate the principles of the Smart Candle Platform and System (hereinafter referred to simply as the “Smart Candle Platform”) as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 1  is an exploded view of an embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform disclosed herein and the various interconnected sub-systems which may comprise the invention. 
         FIG. 2  is a perspective of the exterior portion of one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform as disclosed herein during operation. 
         FIG. 2A  is an exploded view of the Smart Candle Platform of  FIG. 2  providing further construction and assembly details for the outer shell, top cover and inner cover. 
         FIG. 2B  is another exploded view of the Smart Candle Platform of  FIG. 2  providing further construction and assembly details for the feeder tube, candle, spring and spring lock. 
         FIG. 2B-1  is a bottom view of the base with the base cap removed to illustrate the candle assembly positioned therein. 
         FIG. 2C  is an exploded view of the Smart Candle Platform of  FIG. 2  and particularly the base and base cap. 
         FIG. 2D  is an assembled view of the Smart Candle Platform of  FIG. 2  providing further construction and assembly details for the affixation of the lower portion of the inner cover to the base, base feet and base cap. 
         FIG. 2D-1  is an assembled bottom view of the base and inner cover with the base cap removed. 
         FIG. 2E  is an assembled view of the Smart Candle Platform of  FIG. 2  providing construction and assembly details with the inner cover enclosing the mid-frame with various electronic and operation components affixed therein to the mid-frame. 
         FIG. 2F  is an assembled top view of the Smart Candle Platform of  FIG. 2  providing construction and assembly details with the inner cover enclosing the mid-frame with various electronic and operation components affixed therein to the mid-frame and the top cover positioned therein. 
         FIG. 3A  is a perspective view of an embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform disclosed herein during operation with the outer shell, top cover and inner cover removed to better disclose the inner working portion of the Smart Candle Platform including the mid-frame resting on the base and various interworking components affixed therein. 
         FIG. 3B  is a perspective view of the other side of the mid-frame and various interworking components affixed therein resting upon the base as disclosed in  FIG. 3  and throughout. 
         FIG. 3B-1  is a detailed view of  FIG. 3B  with the base removed to better illustrate the PCB affixed to the mid-frame and the position of the continuity sensor. 
         FIG. 3C  is a perspective view of the opposite side of the mid-frame with only the fan affixed therein. 
         FIG. 3C-1  is a perspective view of the upper portion of the mid-frame with only the fan affixed therein providing a detailed view of the wax collection trough proximate the mid-frame aperture. 
         FIG. 3D  is an exploded view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform disclosed at  FIGS. 2 and 3  illustrating the shape, position and relationship between the interior of the Smart Candle Platform as related to the mid-frame, the fan, the exhaust duct, gasket, ignitor, ignitor assembly, main PCB, battery, sensor PCB and electrical leads connecting the various powered components. 
         FIG. 3E  is simplified view of a possible scent ring useful with the present disclosure positioned adjacent to a sensor PCB. 
         FIG. 4  is a first view of a Smart Candle Platform in operation which embodies at some of the various features disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 5  another view of a Smart Candle Platform in operation which embodies at some of the various features disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 6  is a perspective view of another embodiment of a Smart Candle Platform and System in operation which embodies at least some of the various features disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 6A  is a side perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System as illustrated and disclosed in  FIG. 6  herein. 
         FIG. 6B  is an assembled view of a Smart Candle Platform and System with an outer shell cover removed providing a protective device cover and an injection molded support frame positioned interiorly as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 6C  is a detailed view of a Smart Candle Platform and System with the protective cover and the support frame removed providing an ignition PCB, IR remote sensor and USB charge port as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 6D  is a side view of a Smart Candle Platform and System with a pair of locking tab supporting a push/push cam mechanism for retaining device as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 6E  is a cross-sectional view of a Smart Candle Platform and System in assemble which embodies at some of the various features disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 6F  is another cross-sectional view of a portion of a Smart Candle Platform and System illustrating the upper end of the Smart Candle Platform having a fuel cartridge positioned within the embodiment as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 6G  is an exploded view of a Smart Candle Platform and Systems with various electronic and operation components as shown in  FIGS. 6-6F . 
         FIG. 6H  is another exploded view of an embodiment of a Smart Candle Platform and System as disclosed in  FIGS. 6-6F  along with detailed call-out elements for enablement of the present disclosure. 
         FIG. 7A  is a top perspective view of the decorative scent pan cover with scent twist adjustment as disclosed while  FIG. 7B  is a side view of the scent pan as disclosed in  FIG. 7A . 
         FIG. 7C  is a top perspective view of an igniter of a Smart Candle Platform and System with the scent pan cover removed wherein the igniter positions on top of the cartridge and underneath the scent pan as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 8  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System having a scent pan as disclosed wherein  FIGS. 8A and 8D  are cross-sectional views of the decorative scent pan having the protective cover on the top of the embodiment. 
         FIG. 8B  is a front view of a Smart Candle Platform and System of a decorative scent pan while  FIG. 8C  is a top perspective view of a scent pan of a Smart Candle Platform and System. 
         FIG. 8F  is a bottom perspective view of a scent pan of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 8E  is a side perspective view of a scent pan as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 9A  is a front view of a decorative pan cover of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 9C  is a back view of a decorative pan cover of a Smart Candle Platform. 
         FIG. 9B  is a top perspective view of a decorative pan cover of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 9D  is a bottom perspective view of a decorative pan cover of a Smart Candle Platform and System as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 10A  is a front view of a molded scent ring of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 10C  is a side view of a molded scent ring of a Smart Candle Platform as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 10B  is a top perspective view of a molded scent ring of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 10D  is a side bottom perspective of a molded scent ring of a Smart Candle Platform as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 11A  is a side perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 11B  is a cross-sectional view of a Smart Candle Platform and System as disclosed in  FIG. 11A . 
         FIG. 11C  is a front view of a Smart Candle Platform and System of a decorative scent pan while  FIG. 11D  is a side view of a Smart Candle Platform as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 11E  is a top perspective view of a scent pan of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 11F  is a bottom perspective view of a scent pan of a Smart Candle Platform and System in operation which embodies at some of the various features disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 12A  is a top perspective view of an igniter cover of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 12B  is a bottom perspective view of an igniter cover of a Smart Candle Platform and System in operation which embodies at some of the various features disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 12C  is a cross-sectional of an igniter cover of a Smart Candle Platform and System as shown and disclosed in  FIGS. 12A and 12B . 
         FIG. 12D  is a left-side perspective view of an igniter cover of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 12E  is a right-side view of an igniter cover of a Smart Candle Platform as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 13A  is perspective view of a 2-prong igniter of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 13B  is a front view of a 2-prong igniter of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 13C  is a side view of a 2-prong igniter of a Smart Candle Platform and System as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 14A  is a top perspective view of an igniter base of a Smart Candle Platform and System while  FIG. 14B  is a bottom perspective view of an igniter base of a Smart Candle Platform and System in operation which embodies at some of the various features disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 14C  is a cross-sectional of an igniter base of a Smart Candle Platform and System as shown and disclosed in  FIGS. 14A and 14B . 
         FIG. 14D  is a left-side perspective view of an igniter base of a Smart Candle Platform while  FIG. 14E  is a right-side view of an igniter base of a Smart Candle Platform as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 15  is an exploded view of an upper end of a Smart Candle Platform and System providing various interworking components as shown and illustrated in  FIGS. 9-14 . 
         FIG. 16  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System providing an ignitor top frame being secured to the embodiment via a refill lock and screw as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 17  is a perspective view of another embodiment of a Smart Candle Platform and System providing a scent pan affixed to a frame as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 18  is an exploded view of a Smart Candle Platform and System illustrating the shell support and the outer shell wherein the shell support positions within the outer shell. 
         FIG. 19  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System providing a wick positioned in the cartridge with an exposed portion extending from an upper end of the cartridge as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 20  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System providing two different types of cartridges as shown in  FIGS. 20A and 20B .  FIG. 20A  is a perspective view of an extended burn refill bottle while  FIG. 20B  is a standard burn refill bottle as disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 21  is a perspective view of a spring of a Smart Candle Platform and System as shown herein. 
         FIG. 21A  is another perspective view of a spring of a Smart Candle Platform and System as shown in  FIG. 21 . 
         FIG. 22  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System providing a retention bracket as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 22A  is a cross-section view of a Smart Candle Platform and System having a retention bracket as shown in  FIG. 22 . 
         FIG. 23  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System providing a push cam as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 24  is a top perspective view of a midframe base of a Smart Candle Platform and System as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 24A  is bottom perspective view of a midframe base of a Smart Candle Platform and System as shown as in  FIG. 24 . 
         FIG. 25  is a perspective view of a scent ring pan of a Smart Candle Platform and System as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 26  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System providing a scent top cover with hole positioned on top of the scent ring in  FIG. 25 . 
         FIG. 27  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System providing a scent top cover without hole positioned on top of the scent ring in  FIG. 25 . 
         FIG. 28  is an exploded view of a Smart Candle Platform and System illustrating different layers between the interior of the Smart Candle Platform as related to the outer shell, the inner shell and the cartridge as disclosed. 
         FIG. 29  is another exploded view of a Smart Candle Platform and System as related to the protective cover, support frame, push/push cam mechanism and ignitor assembly as disclosed discussed throughout. 
         FIG. 30  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System with the outer shell removed and a scent pan system affixed to the inner cover as shown herein. 
         FIG. 31  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 32A  is a top view of a decorative trip plate which may be used with at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 32B  is a detailed side view of the internals of the upper portion of at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 33A  is a perspective view of a large refill bottle configured for use with at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 33B  is a view of the bottom of the large refill bottle of  FIG. 33A  configured for use with at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 33C  is a perspective view of a large refill bottle having reverse threads configured for use with at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 33D  is a view of the bottom of the large refill bottle having reverse threads of  FIG. 33C  configured for use with at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein. 
         FIG. 34  is a perspective view of an embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein in  FIGS. 33-36 . 
         FIG. 35A  is a side view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein in  FIGS. 33-36  using a large volume re-fill with regular threads. 
         FIG. 35B  is a cut-away side view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein in  FIG. 35A . 
         FIG. 35C  is a detailed side view of the internals of the upper portion of at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein when the large volume re-fill is configured with reverse threads. 
         FIG. 35D  is a cut-away side view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein in  FIG. 35C  as configured for use with the large volume refill having reverse threads as disclosed in  FIGS. 33C and 33D . 
         FIG. 36A  is a perspective view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein in  FIGS. 33-36  with a clear shell to show the position of the internals. 
         FIG. 36B  is a cut-away top view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein in  FIG. 36A . 
         FIG. 37A  is an exploded view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System disclosed in  FIGS. 32-36  as related to the entire assembly and particularly with a large volume refill having reverse threads. 
         FIG. 37B  is a detailed view of  FIG. 37A  as related to the ignition system and control systems which may be mounted in the upper portion of the inner support shell and above the refill bottle which is shown as large volume refill having reverse threads. 
         FIG. 38  is another embodiment of the scent pan configured for use with at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System as disclosed herein. 
     
    
    
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                 Element Description 
                 Element Number 
               
               
                   
                   
               
               
                   
                 FIGS. 
                 1-5 
               
               
                   
                   
               
               
                   
                 Lighting system 
                  1 
               
               
                   
                 Outer shell 
                  2 
               
               
                   
                 Opening 
                   2a 
               
               
                   
                 Rim 
                   2b 
               
               
                   
                 Mid-Frame 
                  3 
               
               
                   
                 Mid-Frame upper annular shelf 
                   3a 
               
               
                   
                 Mid-frame lower annular shelf 
                   3b 
               
               
                   
                 Mid-frame axial compartment 
                   3c 
               
               
                   
                 Mid-frame lower tab 
                   3d 
               
               
                   
                 Mid-frame exhaust passage 
                   3e 
               
               
                   
                 Mid-frame aperture 
                   3f 
               
               
                   
                 Mid-frame opening 
                   3g 
               
               
                   
                 Mid-frame securement assembly 
                   3h 
               
               
                   
                 Mid-frame notch 
                   3i 
               
               
                   
                 Mid-frame base 
                   3j 
               
               
                   
                 Base 
                  4 
               
               
                   
                 Base cap 
                   4a 
               
               
                   
                 Base ridge 
                   4b 
               
               
                   
                 Base shelf 
                   4c 
               
               
                   
                 Base - spring mount 
                   4d 
               
               
                   
                 Base void 
                   4e 
               
               
                   
                 Base - fastener assembly 
                   4f 
               
               
                   
                 Base tab 
                   4g 
               
               
                   
                 Candle Assembly 
                  5 
               
               
                   
                 Fuel Cartridge 
                  6 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor (arc) 
                  7 
               
               
                   
                 Fan 
                  8 
               
               
                   
                 On/Off Switch 
                  9 
               
               
                   
                 Smart Candle Platform and 
                  10 
               
               
                   
                 System 
               
               
                   
                 Sensor system 
                  11 
               
               
                   
                 Continuity sensor 
                  12 
               
               
                   
                 Accelerometer 
                  13 
               
               
                   
                 Gyroscope 
                  14 
               
               
                   
                 Proximity Sensor - magnetic field 
                  15 
               
               
                   
                 Proximity Sensor - visual 
                  16 
               
               
                   
                 Fuel level sensor 
                  17 
               
               
                   
                 Flame sensor 
                  18 
               
               
                   
                   
                  19 
               
               
                   
                 Control system 
                  20 
               
               
                   
                 Ignition control system 
                  21 
               
               
                   
                 Ignition control system - 
                  21a 
               
               
                   
                 electrical leads 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor(s) 
                  21b 
               
               
                   
                 Extinguisher system 
                  22 
               
               
                   
                 Infrared (IR) remote control 
                  23 
               
               
                   
                 Timer 
                  24 
               
               
                   
                 Fuel Control System 
                  25 
               
               
                   
                 Power source- battery 
                  26 
               
               
                   
                 Thermo-electric charging 
                  27 
               
               
                   
                 (Peltier) 
               
               
                   
                 Fuel Feed System 
                  28 
               
               
                   
                 Fuel Storage System 
                  29 
               
               
                   
                 Communications System 
                  30 
               
               
                   
                 Inner cover 
                  31 
               
               
                   
                 Inner cover - main aperture 
                  31a 
               
               
                   
                 Inner cover - securement 
                  31b 
               
               
                   
                 assemblies 
               
               
                   
                 Inner cover - shelf 
                  31c 
               
               
                   
                 Inner cover - plateau 
                  31d 
               
               
                   
                 Top cover 
                  32 
               
               
                   
                 Exhaust duct 
                  33 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor trough 
                  34 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor assembly 
                  35 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor ring 
                  36 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor channels 
                  36a 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor exhaust aperture 
                  36b 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor mount 
                  37 
               
               
                   
                 Main PCB 
                  38 
               
               
                   
                 Sensor PCB 
                  39 
               
               
                   
                 Feeder tube 
                  40 
               
               
                   
                 Aperture 
                  40a 
               
               
                   
                 Channel 
                  40b 
               
               
                   
                 Wax candle 
                  41 
               
               
                   
                 Wick 
                  41a 
               
               
                   
                 Spring lock (pusher) 
                  42 
               
               
                   
                 Spring 
                  43 
               
               
                   
                 Base foot 
                  44 
               
               
                   
                 IR sensor 
                  45 
               
               
                   
                 Thermopile 
                  46 
               
               
                   
                 Scent ring 
                  47 
               
               
                   
                 Restricted access cover 
                  70 
               
               
                   
                 (not shown) 
               
               
                   
                 Locking tab 
                  72 
               
               
                   
                 Flame 
                 100 
               
               
                   
                   
               
               
                   
                 FIGS. 
                  6-29 
               
               
                   
                   
               
               
                   
                 Top Cover 
                 110 
               
               
                   
                 Scent pan 
                 111 
               
               
                   
                 Edge 
                  111a 
               
               
                   
                 Holder 
                 112 
               
               
                   
                 Scent ring 
                 113 
               
               
                   
                 Scent pan cover 
                 114 
               
               
                   
                 Scent pan cover-with hole 
                  114a 
               
               
                   
                 Scent pan cover-without hole 
                  114b 
               
               
                   
                   
                 115 
               
               
                   
                 Opening 
                 116 
               
               
                   
                 Opening-scent pan cover 
                  116a 
               
               
                   
                 Opening-scent pan 
                  116b 
               
               
                   
                 Opening-scent ring 
                  116c 
               
               
                   
                 Aperture 
                 117 
               
               
                   
                 Aperture-scent pan cover 
                  117a 
               
               
                   
                 Aperture-scent pan 
                  117b 
               
               
                   
                 Aperture-scent ring 
                  117c 
               
               
                   
                   
                 118 
               
               
                   
                 Ignition system 
                 120 
               
               
                   
                 Ignition PCB 
                 121 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor frame 
                 122 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor top frame 
                  122a 
               
               
                   
                 Internal ignition wire routing 
                 123 
               
               
                   
                 Igniter prong 
                 124 
               
               
                   
                 Igniter cover 
                 125 
               
               
                   
                 Igniter base 
                 126 
               
               
                   
                 Igniter finger 
                 127 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor 
                 128 
               
               
                   
                 Standard igniter assembly 
                  128a 
               
               
                   
                 Optional igniter assembly 
                  128b 
               
               
                   
                 Igniter wire 
                 129 
               
               
                   
                 Cartridge (fuel source) 
                 130 
               
               
                   
                 Bottle/Container 
                 131 
               
               
                   
                 Extended bottle 
                  131a 
               
               
                   
                 Standard bottle 
                  131b 
               
               
                   
                 Refill lock 
                 132 
               
               
                   
                 Fuel material 
                 133 
               
               
                   
                 (oil, wax, etc.) 
               
               
                   
                 Wick 
                 134 
               
               
                   
                 Wick support cap 
                  134a 
               
               
                   
                 Release cartridge retention 
                 135 
               
               
                   
                 groove 
               
               
                   
                 Release cartridge retention 
                 136 
               
               
                   
                 Base 
                 137 
               
               
                   
                   
                 138 
               
               
                   
                 Control system 
                 140 
               
               
                   
                 IR remote sensor 
                 141 
               
               
                   
                 Safety tip sensor 
                 142 
               
               
                   
                 Extinguishing fan 
                 143 
               
               
                   
                 Fuel sensor 
                 144 
               
               
                   
                 Tip detection 
                 145 
               
               
                   
                 USB charge port 
                 146 
               
               
                   
                 Wheel 
                 147 
               
               
                   
                 Battery 
                 148 
               
               
                   
                 Push button/Auto extinguish 
                 149 
               
               
                   
                 Shells 
                 150 
               
               
                   
                 Outer shell 
                 151 
               
               
                   
                 Inner cover 
                 152 
               
               
                   
                 Support frame 
                  152a 
               
               
                   
                 Protective cover 
                  152b 
               
               
                   
                 Shell support 
                  152c 
               
               
                   
                 Wax shell support 
                 153 
               
               
                   
                   
                 154 
               
               
                   
                 Injection molded support frame 
                 155 
               
               
                   
                 Push button 
                 156 
               
               
                   
                 Recess storage pocket 
                 157 
               
               
                   
                   
                 158 
               
               
                   
                 Push/push cam mechanism 
                 160 
               
               
                   
                 Retention bracket 
                 161 
               
               
                   
                 Fasteners 
                 162 
               
               
                   
                 Push cam 
                 163 
               
               
                   
                 Spring 
                 164 
               
               
                   
                 Push/push spring 
                  164a 
               
               
                   
                 Cam wire 
                 165 
               
               
                   
                 Pivoting cam 
                 166 
               
               
                   
                   
                 167 
               
               
                   
                   
                 170 
               
               
                   
                 Infrared (IR) remote control 
                 171 
               
               
                   
                 system 
               
               
                   
                 Fuel control system 
                 172 
               
               
                   
                 On/off switch 
                 173 
               
               
                   
                 Ignition control system 
                 174 
               
               
                   
                 Extinguishing system 
                 175 
               
               
                   
                 Fuel storage system 
                 176 
               
               
                   
                 Fuel system 
                 177 
               
               
                   
                 Timer 
                 178 
               
               
                   
                 Password 
                 179 
               
               
                   
                   
                 180 
               
               
                   
                   
               
               
                   
                 FIGS. 
                 32-38 
               
               
                   
                   
               
               
                   
                 Decorative trim plate 
                 201 
               
               
                   
                 Quick igniting wick 
                 202 
               
               
                   
                 High performance igniters 
                 203 
               
               
                   
                 Threaded Refill Bottle 
                 204 
               
               
                   
                 Right-hand Threads 
                  204a 
               
               
                   
                 Reverse Threaded Refill Bottle 
                 205 
               
               
                   
                 Reverse Threads 
                  205a 
               
               
                   
                 Extinguishing Fan 
                 206 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor Printed Circuit Board 
                 207 
               
               
                   
                 (PCB) 
               
               
                   
                 Outer Shell 
                 208 
               
               
                   
                 First Opening of the Outer Shell 
                  208a 
               
               
                   
                 Second Opening of the Outer 
                  208b 
               
               
                   
                 Shell 
               
               
                   
                 Inner Shell 
                 209 
               
               
                   
                 Control Printed Circuit Boards 
                 210 
               
               
                   
                 (PCBs) 
               
               
                   
                 Battery 
                 211 
               
               
                   
                 USB Charging Port 
                 212 
               
               
                   
                 Magnet 
                 213 
               
               
                   
                 Support Plate 
                 214 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor Mount 
                 215 
               
               
                   
                 Ignition Assembly 
                 216 
               
               
                   
                 Charge Printed Circuit Board 
                 217 
               
               
                   
                 (PCB) 
               
               
                   
                 Groove 
                 218 
               
               
                   
                 Removable Scent Ring 
                 219 
               
               
                   
                 Optional Scent Pan 
                 220 
               
               
                   
                 Steel Ring for Scent Pan 
                 221 
               
               
                   
                 Retention 
               
               
                   
                 Space to Accept a Pillar Candle 
                 222 
               
               
                   
                 Spike 
               
               
                   
                 A Hollow Channel Through the 
                 223 
               
               
                   
                 Support Plate 
               
               
                   
                 A Hollow Channel Through the 
                 224 
               
               
                   
                 Ignitor Mount 
               
               
                   
                   
               
            
           
         
       
     
     Before the present Smart Candle Platform is disclosed and described, it is to be understood that the Smart Candle Platform is not limited to specific methods, specific components, or to particular implementations. It is also to be understood that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting. 
     As used in the specification and the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Ranges may be expressed herein as from “about” one particular value, and/or to “about” another particular value. When such a range is expressed, another embodiment includes from the one particular value and/or to the other particular value. Similarly, when values are expressed as approximations, by use of the antecedent “about,” it will be understood that the particular value forms another embodiment. It will be further understood that the endpoints of each of the ranges are significant both in relation to the other endpoint, and independently of the other endpoint. 
     “Optional” or “optionally” means that the subsequently described event or circumstance may or may not occur, and that the description includes instances where said event or circumstance occurs and instances where it does not. 
     Throughout the description and claims of this specification, the word “comprise” and variations of the word, such as “comprising” and “comprises,” means “including but not limited to,” and is not intended to exclude, for example, other components, integers or steps. “Exemplary” means “an example of” and is not intended to convey an indication of a preferred or ideal embodiment. “Such as” is not used in a restrictive sense, but for explanatory purposes. 
     For the embodiments of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  shown in  FIGS. 1-5 , element descriptions and names have been assigned numbers  1 - 100  as found in the Table of Elements herein. Disclosed are components that can be used with at least one embodiment of the disclosed Smart Candle Platform  10  and one embodiment of a control system  30  which may operate the Smart Candle Platform  10  via a remote control  31 . These and other components are disclosed herein, and it is understood that when combinations, subsets, interactions, groups, etc. of these components are disclosed that while specific reference of each various individual and collective combinations and permutation of these may not be explicitly disclosed, each is specifically contemplated and described herein, for all potential embodiments of the Smart Candle Platform  10 . This applies to all aspects of this application including, but not limited to, components of a Smart Candle Platform  10 . Thus, if there are a variety of additional components that can be added it is understood that each of these additional components can be added with any specific embodiment or combination of embodiments of the Candle Platform  10 . The present Smart Candle Platform  10  may be understood more readily by reference to the following detailed description of preferred embodiments and the examples included therein and to the Figures and their previous and following description. 
     In one embodiment, the lighting system of the Smart Candle Platform  10  may be constructed of material of sufficient strength and durability to facilitate low cost production and consumer use for light, decoration and general enjoyment. It is contemplated that the illustrative embodiment shown in the enclosed figures may be constructed of, but not limited to, any metal or combination of metals including bronze, steel and aluminum; plastics or carbon fiber including Kevlar®, foam-blown polyurethane, thermoplastic polyurethane, ethylene vinyl acetate, other polymers, other thermoplastics, carbon rubber, blown rubber polymers, acrylics, composite materials, natural materials (e.g., rubber, leather, etc.), elastomers, combinations thereof, and/or any other material with suitable characteristics (e.g., compressive strength, stability, elasticity, density). 
       FIG. 1  provides a front perspective view of one illustrative embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform  10  illustrating an exploded view with call-outs to facilitate description of the various interconnected systems which may be implemented in the Smart Candle Platform  10  as disclosed including without limitation or restriction a lighting system  1 , a sensing system  11  comprised of at least one condition sensor detecting and receiving input from either the environment or the operation of the Smart Candle Platform  10 , a control system  20  and a communications system  30 . Illustrative examples could include flame sensing via pyrometer or a thermopile array; flame proximity could be sensed via sensors including an infrared (IR) transmission/receiver type array. 
     In one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform  10  as disclosed the lighting system  1  includes an external facade (outer  2 ) that appears like a typical “dumb” candle and is customizable and may be made of solid wax, which is not used as fuel, plastic, or acrylic or any other material that is suitable and desirable for a particular application. Although shown having a round shape, the outer shell  2  having an opening  2   a  along its axis (length) therein may have any shape, color, texture and transparency or opacity desirable to consumers and that can be manufactured by those of ordinary skill in the arts. The outer shell  2  could be constructed of any material that allows for transmission or reflection of light and that is sufficient to handle the heat expected during operation of a candle flame including steel, carbon, glass, ceramic, plastic, solid wax, acrylics and or combinations thereof, without limitation and/or restriction. For example, and without limitation or restriction, applicant believes the market desires the outer shell  2  to be manufactured from a wax type material to closely simulate a pillar wax type candle as is well known to one of ordinary skill in the art. The outer shell  2  is mounted to a mid-frame  3  which rests on and is attachable to a base  4 . The mid-frame  3  and base  4  could be constructed of any material that is of sufficient strength to support the outer shell  2  and the various sensors and systems contemplated by applicant to be positioned within the outer shell  2 , or within close proximity of the outer shell  2  and mid-frame  3 , for attachment to the mid-frame  3  therein including various metals, (e.g., steel, aluminum), carbon fiber, plastic and/or combinations thereof, without limitation and/or restriction. 
     As shown in  FIG. 1 , the actual fuel for the Smart Candle Platform  10  is supplied via a fuel cartridge  6 , positioned on the base  4  within the outer shell  2 , and attached to the mid-frame  3 . The light and flame are positioned within the opening  2   a  of outer shell  2 , similar to a typical “dumb” solid wax candle well known to those of ordinary skill in the art. As illustrated in  FIG. 1 , the fuel is typically fed from the bottom such that the lighting system  1  flame (not shown) is generally positioned at the top of the external facade (outer shell  2 ) of the Smart Candle Platform  10  creating a uniform look and feel for the natural flame candle experience. One of ordinary skill will appreciate that the Smart Candle Platform  10  as disclosed herein may use a wick and solid wax for its fuel in one embodiment. Wax from soy, beeswax, paraffin, soy, palm, essential oils and/or combinations thereof. 
     One of ordinary skill will also appreciate that the present disclosure may include other types of fuel cartridges  6  which may be used including tanks and gas containers (not shown). Fuel cartridge  6  as disclosed is not limited to a wick and solid wax and that other fuels that may be combusted for production of a pleasant flame and/or odor and may be substituted without limitation including propane, butane, liquid wax, solid wax pellets, and/or natural and man-made oils. The Smart Candle Platform  10  may be configured to produce candle light using a natural wax candle as its fuel source or any other fuel source which is desirable and capable of producing light including wax from soy, beeswax, paraffin, soy, palm, essential oils and/or combinations thereof. The Smart Candle Platform  10  may be configured to produce candle light using a fuel cartridge  6  as shown herein. Liquid fuels (oils) available as fuel may include paraffin, soy, veggie, fatty acid, essential oils and/or combinations thereof. Further, one of ordinary skill will appreciate that the fuel chosen may be odor free or have fragrance added for an enhanced experience, without limitation or restriction. Although not shown, it is contemplated that fragrance could be added to the Smart Candle Platform  10  as disclosed by either addition directly to the fuel or via a separate tank or container type system having its own controls, without limitation or restriction. Although not shown, it is also contemplated that fragrance could be added to the Smart Candle Platform as disclosed via an electrical system that only “heats” or “re-heats” the scented/fragrant oils/materials through a system of electrical resistors vs. combustion. Applicant incorporates by reference herein the following U.S. patents related to fuel control systems and auto-feeding systems as related to candles and lighting systems including: U.S. Pat. Nos. 4,186,430; 6,030,093; 5,722,763; 5,688,040; 5,424,928; 4,566,055; 4,260,365; 4,186,430; 3,867,625; 3,091,106; and 343,461. Applicant incorporates the preceding U.S. Patents for further enablement and description of the present disclosure without admission as to the scope of teaching or the relevance of any particular reference or combinations of references as related to the patentability of the present disclosure. 
     In this particular embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform  10 , a basic control system  20  includes a “hard” on/off switch  9  which could be positioned on the base  4  or the interior or exterior of the outer shell  2  for convenient access with minimal aesthetic distraction. (Not shown) As will be discussed further herein, a proximity sensor (either a magnetic field type  15  and/or a visual type  16 ) may be positioned proximate the opening  2   a  and on or within the outer shell  2  to detect whether there is a physical obstruction or barrier from the outside environment, in relation to the Smart Candle Platform  10 . As shown, the Smart Candle Platform  10  may be powered internally via a battery  26  that may be mounted to the mid-frame or positioned in the base  4  or within the interior of the shell  2 . Although not shown, one of ordinary skill will appreciate that the Smart Candle Platform  10  may be powered externally. In another embodiment, a thermo-electric charging system  27  could be installed alone or in combination with a battery  26 , based on Peltier principles, to produce electrical current for use or supplementation of other power sources, using the heat produced by the burning fuel. In other embodiments, power could be provided from an external source including a common electrical outlet or solar power system (not shown), all of which are well known to those of ordinary skill in arts. 
     The Smart Candle Platform  10  as disclosed has an ignition control system  21  which ignites the fuel delivered via the fuel cartridge  6  through generation of an arc via an ignitor  7 , which is well known to one of ordinary skill in the art. In one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform  10  disclosed, a continuity sensor  12  could be positioned proximate the ignitor  7  and in communication with the control system  20  to monitor the position of the fuel cartridge in the base  4  to ensure proper engagement/contact prior to ignition of the fuel (wick). (Not shown) (See  FIGS. 2E-3B  and supporting description therein for additional enabling description for this embodiment) 
     As disclosed and contemplated, in one embodiment, the control system  20  of the Smart Candle Platform  10  may also include a fuel control system  25  connected to a fuel level sensor  17  which could be used to provide an alert to the user that more fuel is needed, per any one of the communication methods described further herein. In other embodiments, and subject to the particular fuel and configuration selected, the fuel level sensor  17  can be connected to an automated fuel feed system  28  (not shown) allowing for the introduction of more fuel from a fuel storage system  29  (not shown) into the fuel cartridge  6 . In one embodiment, the fuel level could be sensed via an optical camera system. In another embodiment, the fuel level sensor  17  can signal the fuel control system  25  to auto-feed the wick and/or the wax of the system, subject to the particular fuel and configuration chosen. (See also  FIGS. 2E-3B  and supporting description therein for additional enabling description for this embodiment) 
     As disclosed and contemplated, in one embodiment, the control system  20  of the Smart Candle Platform  10  may also include an extinguisher sub-system  22  that could be comprised of an electrically powered fan  8  (electrically connected to a power source—not shown) to “blow out” the flame when the Smart Candle Platform  10  is turned off via the control system  20  or when one of the installed sensors of the sensor system  11  detects a dangerous condition including for example and without limitation the following: an accelerometer  13  and/or gyroscope  14  working alone or in combination has/have detected the Smart Candle Platform  10  has changed position (tipping/tipped over) producing a fire hazard, sending a signal to the control system  20  to activate the fan  8  to “blow out” the flame (burning fuel) re-establishing “safe” conditions to the operation the Smart Candle Platform  10 . (See  FIGS. 2E-3B  and supporting description therein for additional enabling description for this embodiment) Further, although not shown, other types of extinguisher systems  22  are contemplated and would include without restriction or limitation pneumatic piston and bladder combinations that would generate and disperse a blast of air useful in putting out a live flame. Additionally, a mechanical choke, such as butterfly valve, could be positioned proximate the flame and could be engaged for a similar purpose to snuff out the flame by limiting or restricting air to the live flame. 
     In at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform  10 , if any of the sensors (continuity sensor  12 , accelerometer  13 , gyroscope  14 , proximity sensor—magnetic field  15 , proximity sensor—visual  16 , fuel level sensor  17 , flame sensor  18  of the sensor system  11 ), alone or in combinations, detects a “unsafe” condition or conditions that violate the contemplated controlled operation of the Smart Candle Platform  10 , then the control system  20  may initiate extinguishment of the flame via the extinguisher system  22  (via exhaust duct  33  and fan  8  as discussed at  FIGS. 2-3 ) and/or the ignition system  21  by removing fuel from the flame and/or disabling the ignitor  7 , to disable operation of the Smart Candle Platform  10 . (See  FIGS. 2E-3  and supporting description therein for additional enabling description for this embodiment) 
     As disclosed and contemplated, in another embodiment, the Smart Candle Platform  10  would have at least one control system  20 , which could be an infrared (IR) remote control type  23  working within line-of-sight of the Smart Candle Platform  10 . As disclosed, the remote control  23  would control the on/off switch  9  (not shown) mounted on the Smart Candle Platform  10  which may also control (trigger) the ignitor  7  of the ignition control system  21  and the fan  8  of the extinguisher system  22  deployed in the Smart Candle Platform  10 . As disclosed and contemplated, in another embodiment, the Smart Candle Platform  10  would have at least one control system  20 , which could be a timer system  24  which could work with the ignition system  21  and extinguisher control system  22  of the Smart Candle Platform  10 . As disclosed, the timer  24  would also control the on/off switch  9  (not shown) mounted on the Smart Candle Platform  10  which may also control (trigger) the ignitor  7  of the ignition control system  21  and the fan  8  of the extinguisher system  22  deployed in the Smart Candle Platform  10 , on either a pre-programmed time period (e.g., 1 h, 2 h and/or 4 h) or a variable period time to be selected by the user (e.g., 59 minutes). Upon expiration of the selected time period, the Smart Candle Platform  10  would shut down automatically. 
     The Smart Candle Platform  10  disclosed and claimed herein may be configured with a communication system  30  including appropriate transmitters and receivers, subject to the particular communication installed therein. The communication system  30  may allow communication and control between individual Smart Candle Platforms  10  and a smart phone (not shown) having a software application installed therein via communication with WiFi, Bluetooth, cellular and/or audio type systems and combinations thereof. The communication system  30  may also be configured to allow communication between groups of Smart Candle Platforms  10  allowing multi-device and zone type control via the various types of communication systems that may be installed therein. 
     The following modifications, although not shown, would be obvious to one of ordinary skill in the art in view of the present disclosure. The various elements of the Smart Candle Platform  10  may be separately formed and later engaged with one another (e.g., via mechanical fasteners, material fusing, chemical adhesives, etc.) or integrally formed. The materials used to construct the Smart Candle Platform  10  and various elements thereof will vary depending on the specific application of the Smart Candle Platform  10 , but it is contemplated that steel, aluminum, polymers, other synthetic materials, natural materials, and/or combinations thereof will be especially useful for some applications. Accordingly, the above-referenced elements may be constructed of any material known to those skilled in the art or later developed, which material is appropriate for the specific application of the Smart Candle Platform  10 , without departing from the spirit and scope of the Smart Candle Platform  10  as disclosed and claimed herein. 
     In another embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform  10  as disclosed and shown throughout  FIGS. 2-3  includes an external facade (outer shell  2 ) that appears like a typical “dumb” candle and is customizable. Although shown having a round shape, the outer shell  2  having opening  2   a  therein may have any shape, color, texture and transparency or opacity desirable to consumers and that can be manufactured by those of ordinary skill in the arts that allows for transmission or reflection of all or portions of the electromagnetic spectrum or selected portions of the electromagnetic spectrum to enable a sensor(s), as disclosed or in use, that is sufficient to handle the heat expected during operation of a candle flame including steel, carbon, glass, ceramic, plastic and/or combinations thereof, without limitation and/or restriction. The outer shell  2  could also be constructed of any material that is pleasing to a user and may be constructed of plastic or wax to emulate a pillar candle. The outer shell can be constructed to be removable and/or replaceable so that the user may switch the outer shells to better match their décor or holiday themes—red or green for Christmas and black or orange for Halloween or Fall by way of example and without limitation. 
       FIG. 2  is a perspective of the exterior portion of another embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform  10  as disclosed herein during operation. As shown, the Smart Candle Platform  10  has a live flame  100  positioned with discharge from an ignitor ring  36  surrounded by a top cover  32  positioned in the upper portion of the outer shell  2 . In this particular embodiment of a Smart Candle Platform  10 , a candle  41  composed of wax having a wick  41   a  is the fuel and may have all attributes previously attributed and discussed regarding  FIG. 1 . One of ordinary skill will appreciate that scented operation could be added to the Smart Candle Platform  10  via scents in candle  41 . (See infra)  FIG. 2A  is an exploded view of the Smart Candle Platform of  FIG. 2  providing further construction and fabrication details. As shown in  FIG. 2 , the Smart Candle Platform  10  may be fabricated with an outer shell  2  having an opening  2   a  therein. An inner cover  31 , also having a main aperture  31   a  is shown positioned within and enclosed by outer shell  2  with the top cover  32  positioned upon the upper portion of the inner cover  31 . As shown, the outer shell  2  has a hollow interior connecting an upper end and a lower end with a rim  2   b  positioned around the interior of the upper end, together forming a first opening  2   a . An inner cover  31  having a hollow interior connecting an upper end and an open lower end is shown with a generally flat plateau at the upper end  31   d  formed by shelf  31   c . A main aperture  31   a  is formed therein. The inner cover  31  is positioned within the first opening of the outer shell  2   a . One of ordinary skill will appreciate that other embodiments of outer shell  2  and inner sleeve  31  may be constructed without rim  2   b , plateau  31   d  and shelf  31   c  without restriction or limitation as required for a particular configuration or application. One of ordinary skill will note that various smaller apertures  31   b  for securement of assemblies are positioned proximate and around the main aperture  31   a  which when assembled are also proximate to and positioned around the opening  2   a  of the outer shell  2 . Top cover  32  is non-conductive and acts as an insulator between inner cover  31  and outer shell  2 . Top cover aperture  32   a , first opening  2   a , and main aperture  31   a  align. Further, top cover  32  may be aesthetically pleasing and may be light reflective in support of wick  41   a  and flame  100  during operation. One of ordinary skill will appreciate that although top cover  32  is disclosed and described as being composed of glass, any material suitable for the particular application of a Smart Candle Platform  10  may be chosen including wax, plastic, ceramics as well as various metals including steel, aluminum or bronze and/or various combinations thereof which may be reflective or optically transparent, as required by a particular application. Further, top cover  32  may be configured to have an outer surface similar to outer shell  2  which may also be wax, having heat resistant properties as required by its proximity to the live flame. 
     Exploded view  FIG. 2B  of the Smart Candle Platform illustrates one embodiment of a fuel (wax) and fuel feed system  28  shown as a candle assembly  5 . As shown in this embodiment, the candle assembly  5  is a feeder tube  40  configured to be positioned in the aperture of the inner cover sleeve  31   a , a wax candle  41  with wick  41   a , spring  43  and candle pusher  42 . One embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform  10  disclosed herein may be configured based on  FIGS. 2A and 2B  wherein outer shell  2 , top cover  32  and inner cover  31  (also referred to as “inner sleeve  31 ”) having main aperture  31   a  therein, with candle assembly  5  positioned internally therein, upon engagement between base  4  and inner cover  31  forms a simple embodiment of a working live flame Smart Candle Platform  10 .  FIG. 2B-1  is a bottom view of the base  4  with the base cap  4   a  removed to illustrate the candle assembly  5  (feeder tube  40 , candle  41 , candle pusher  42  and spring  43 ) positioned therein with mid-frame  3 . As shown, base  4  may be configured with a plurality of base feet  44 . As shown, base  4  may also have base tabs  4   g  positioned around the perimeter of the base  4  for coupled engagement with recesses  31   e  positioned around the perimeter of inner cover  31  or for coupled engagement with recesses positioned in the lower portion of the mid-frame  3 . One of ordinary skill will appreciate that other configurations for locked engagement may be used without departure from the spirit and intent of the disclosure. 
     Further, as configured, the wax candle  41  is meant to advance automatically or semi-automatically via candle pusher  42  positioned against the bottom of wax candle  41  and is in communication with spring  43  which is positioned interior of base cap  4   a  of base  4  as shown in further detail in  FIG. 2C . As shown, base  4  and base cap  4   a  work together with the lower end of inner cover  31  to operate as a wax lock during operation of the Smart Candle Platform  10 . Although not shown, one of ordinary skill will appreciate that the base  4  and base cap  4   a  may work together with the lower end of inner cover  31  to contain a fuel refill and/or cartridge in other embodiments configured for a fuel cartridge  6  which could be configured for use of liquid fuel—such as soy oil. One of ordinary skill will appreciate that the upper end portion of the spring  43  make work directly against wax candle  41  without spring lock (pusher)  42  without departure from the spirit and intent of the present disclosure. Although not shown, one of ordinary skill will appreciate that a canister having a size and shape similar to the feeder tube configured with a wick  41   a  distending from an aperture positioned in the upper portion of the canister, wherein in the upper portion is a removable lid, could be one embodiment of fuel cartridge  6  useful for liquid fuel. 
       FIG. 2D  is an assembled view of the Smart Candle Platform  10  of  FIG. 2  providing further construction and assembly details for the slidable affixation of the lower portion of the inner cover to the base  4 , base feet  44  and base cap  4   a . As shown in  FIG. 2C , base  4  is configured with annular base ridge  4   b , base shelf  4   c  and base void  4   e  for slotted contact and engagement with the lower end of inner cover  31  shown in  FIG. 2D . Inclusion of base tab  4   g  allows for fixed uni-directional engagement and assembly. Base  4  may be attached to the inner cover  31  via base fastener assemblies  4   f  which are apertures in which any fastener (glue, screws, bolts, expansion pegs and/or combinations thereof) (not shown) may be positioned to fix the end of inner cover  31  to base  4 .  FIG. 2D-1  is an assembled bottom view of the base  4  and inner cover  31  with the base cap  4   a  as well as several base foot  44  removed to better show base pads  4   h .  FIG. 2E  is an assembled view of the Smart Candle Platform  10  disclosed herein as embodied in either  FIG. 1, 2 , or  3  configured with an inner cover  31  enclosing a mid-frame structure  3  with various electronic and operation components affixed therein. As shown, the mid-frame  3  is configured to engage with and be surrounded by an inner cover  31  having a generally round shape. As shown, the mid-frame  3  includes an upper annular shelf  3   a  as well as a lower annular shelf  3   b  which are generally round in shape. One of ordinary skill will appreciate the present disclosure ( FIGS. 1-3 ) is not limited to one particular shape but that the combination of outer shell  2 , opening  2   a , inner cover  31  and mid-frame  3  can be configured to any shape desired with this concentric interconnection design between the preceding elements. As shown in  FIG. 2E , upper annular shelf  3   a  and lower annular shelf  3   b  allow for the creation of a mid-frame axial compartment  3   c  into which a main PCB (printed circuit board)  38  may be affixed allowing for a control system  20  as discussed further herein. As disclosed herein, the main PCB  38  may have the following systems, system controls or connections, via either analog or digital systems, installed therein including a sensor system  11 , a continuity sensor  12 , an accelerometer  13 , a gyroscope  14 , a magnetic field based proximity sensor  15 , a visual based proximity sensor  16 , a fuel level sensor  17 , a flame sensor  18 , a control system  20 , an ignition control system  21 , an extinguisher system  22 , an infrared (IR) remote control  23 , a timer  24 , a fuel control system  25 , a power source (e.g., a battery)  26 , a thermo-electric charging (Peltier)  27 , a fuel feed system  28  (including controls), a communications system  30 , including either or both a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth transmitter(s) and receiver(s), and combinations thereof collectively working separately or together supporting operation of a Smart Candle Platform  10  or Smart Candle Platforms  10  including a mesh network of Smart Candle Platforms  10 . As shown, the recesses created by the upper and lower annular shelves ( 3   a ,  3   b ) provide adequate space to position the various components and systems disclosed through-out to allow for a compact, safe, aesthetically pleasing operational Smart Candle Platform  10  including for example fan  8  (shown in  FIG. 2E ), battery  26 , ignition control system  21 , ignition control system—electrical leads  21   a  and ignitor trough  34 . As shown through-out  FIGS. 2A-3D , the electrical connections between the various systems requiring electrical power may be positioned adjacent to and in either the ignitor trough  34  and/or mid-frame axial compartment  3   c  or other recesses located in the mid-frame  3  or combinations therein. One of ordinary skill will appreciate that a restricted access panel or cover  70  (not shown) having tab  72  positioned in base  4  may be required to ensure user access to the electronic components is limited as required by regulatory bodies and/or as recommended consumer product safety practices. (See  FIGS. 2B-1 and 2D ) 
       FIG. 2F  is an assembled top view of the Smart Candle Platform of  FIG. 2  providing construction and assembly details with the inner cover  31  enclosing the mid-frame  3  with various electronic and operation components affixed therein to the mid-frame  3  and the top cover  32  positioned therein. 
       FIG. 3A  provides another perspective view of the Smart Candle Platform  10  disclosed herein during operation with the outer shell  2 , top cover  32  and inner cover  31  removed to better disclose the inner working components of the Smart Candle Platform  10  including sensor PCB  39  with the mid-frame  3  resting on the base  4 . As shown in  FIGS. 2E, 3A, 3B and 3D , ignitor ring  36  is positioned on the upper portion of the mid-frame  3  extending out from the inner cover  31 . As also shown in  FIGS. 2E, 3A, 3B and 3D , sensor PCB  39  is positioned on the upper portion of the mid-frame  3  just under the inner sleeve  31 . As disclosed herein, the sensor PCB  38  may have the following systems, system controls, or connections to it, installed therein including the sensor system  11 , continuity sensor  12 , accelerometer  13 , gyroscope  14 , magnetic field based proximity sensor  15 , visual based proximity sensor  16 , fuel level sensor  17 , flame sensor  18 , control system  20 , ignition control system  21 , extinguisher system  22 , infrared (IR) remote control  23 , timer  24 , fuel control system  25 , power source-battery  26 , thermo-electric charging (Peltier)  27 , fuel feed system  28  (controls), communications system  30 , including either or both a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth transmitter(s) and receiver(s) and combinations thereof collectively working separately or together supporting operation of the Smart Candle Platform  10 . One of ordinary skill will appreciate that multiple pairs of receivers and transmitters working together could allow formation of a mesh network comprised of a plurality of Smart Candle Platform(s)  10 . 
       FIG. 3B  is a perspective view of the other side of the mid-frame  3  including mid-frame lower tab  3   d , mid-frame exhaust passage  3   e  and mid-frame aperture  3   f  having a main PCB  38  affixed in the mid-frame axial compartment  3   c  located between the mid-frame upper and lower annular shelves ( 3   a ,  3   b ) resting upon the base  4  and positioned for engagement with the base fastener assemblies  4   f  proximate the base ridge  4   b  and base shelf  4   c . As shown, fan  8  is positioned in a recess located just under the upper mid-frame shelf  3   a . Further, exhaust duct  33  is positioned in mid-frame exhaust passage  3   e  on the upper face of the mid-frame  3  in fluid communication with ignitor ring assembly  35  and ignitor ring  36 . 
       FIG. 3B-1  is a detailed view of  FIG. 3B  with the base  4  removed to better illustrate the PCB  38  affixed to the mid-frame  3  in the mid-frame axial frame compartment and the position of the continuity sensor  12  between the lower portion of the mid-frame  3  and the base  4 . 
       FIG. 3C  is perspective view of the mid-frame  3  with only the fan  8  affixed to best illustrate the various components of the mid-frame  3  to illustrate the other side of the mid-frame  3 .  FIG. 3C-1  is a perspective view of the upper portion of the mid-frame  3  with only the fan  8  and exhaust duct  33  affixed therein. The upper portion of mid-frame is configured with a wax overflow collection trough proximate the mid-frame aperture  3   f  and mid-frame exhaust passage  3   e  for engagement with exhaust duct  33 . As disclosed, fan  8  connected to exhaust duct  33  may be used as part of the extinguishment system  22  i.e. when a sensor  11   a  from a sensor system  11  is connected to the extinguishment system  22  provides a signal that there exists an unsafe condition, fan  8  may be operated to send a gust of air to the flame  100  to extinguish the flame  100 . In other embodiments, fan  8  can be operated so as to remove or pull excessive smoke away from the flame  100  during operation and or in extinguishment mode, can be operated so as to rapidly remove the air around the flame  100  allowing for extinguishment and avoidance of unsafe operation. 
       FIG. 3D  is an exploded view of Smart Candle Platform  10  providing additional illustration of one embodiment therein particularly as related to the shape, position and relationship between the interior of the Smart Candle Platform  10  as related to the mid-frame  3 , the fan  8 , exhaust duct  33 , ignitor  21   b , ignitor assembly  35  positioned under ignitor ring  36  and base  4 , main PCB  38 , battery  26 , sensor PCB  39  and electrical leads (ignition control system  21   a  and battery leads) connecting the various powered components of Smart Candle Platform  10 . As disclosed herein, the sensor PCB  39  is illustrated having infrared (IR) sensors  45  and thermopiles  46  arrayed and arranged around the circumference of the sensor PCB  39 . Applicant has found that at least one and preferably multiple IR sensors  45  and thermopiles working together improve monitoring and control of the wick  41   a  of candle  41  and particularly flame  100 . Ignitor ring  36 , having the clover-leaf shape as shown through-out, which surrounds the wick  41   a  and flame  100 , has been found to be one configuration allowing multiple ignitors  21   b  for improved control of wick  41   a  and flame  100  solving the problem(s) of wick and flame migration. 
       FIG. 3E  illustrates one embodiment of a scent ring  47  useful with the present disclosure positioned adjacent to a sensor PCB  39  and ignitor ring  36 . One of ordinary skill will appreciate that the scent ring  47  may have any shape that works with a particular configuration of the Smart Candle Platform  1  disclosed herein. Further, the scent ring  47  may be used with a sensor PCB  39  and ignitor ring  36  as illustrated or may be used in a Smart Candle Platform  10  configured for use without a mid-frame  3  or ignitor ring  36  with the scent ring  47  positioned proximate live flame  100  to provide heat which may be useful in warming-up the scent ring  47  to activate the scent therein for distribution. The scent ring  47  may be positioned inside the sensor PCB  39  or external to the sensor PCB  39  as shown, without limitation or restriction, as required for a particular application or configuration. 
     In another embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as disclosed and shown throughout  FIGS. 6-29 ,  FIG. 6  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  in operation which embodies at least some of the various features disclosed herein.  FIG. 6A  is a side perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as illustrated and disclosed in  FIG. 6  herein. For the embodiments of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  shown in  FIGS. 6-29 , element descriptions and names have been assigned numbers  110 - 179  as found in the Table of Elements herein. As shown, the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  is comprised of a top cover  110 , an outer shell  151 , an inner cover  152 , a fuel source (cartridge system)  130  and a base  4 . The top cover  110  has an opening  116  and is positioned at an upper end of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10 . The outer shell  151  has an upper end and a lower end wherein the upper end and the lower end form a hollow interior and an opening for inserting and securing the inner cover  152 . The inner cover  152  is comprised of a support frame  152   a , a protective cover  152   b  and a shell support  152   c . The shell support  152   c  has an upper opening that connects to a lower opening to form a hollow interior. The shell support  152   c  is positioned between the protective cover  152   b  and the outer shell  151 . The protective cover  152   b  has an upper opening that connects to a lower opening to form a hollow interior for inserting the support frame  152   a . The protective cover  152   b  may be configured to engage with and surround the support frame  152   a . The support frame  152   a  has an upper opening that connects to a lower opening to form a hollow interior. The support frame  152   a  forms a housing for the insertion of the fuel source  130  which is disclosed as a removable and or re-usable cartridge but as one of ordinary will appreciate may also be configured as a fixed reservoir or tank (not shown) which is refillable and non-removable, without additional limitations or restrictions. The fuel source  130  may be configured as a cartridge and may be positioned within the support frame  152   a  of the inner cover  152 . The base is configured to cooperative engage with the lower end of the outer shell  151  and the lower end of the inner cover  152 . In one embodiment, the cartridge  130  may rest upon the base. The base is configured to support the outer shell  151  and the inner cover  152  and to enclose the cartridge  130 . 
     As shown in  FIG. 6A , the outer shell  151  may be configured of wax, but is not so limited and may be constructed from any material which is suitable for a particular application including without limitation therein paper (i.e. cardboard), metals (i.e. steel or aluminum) as well as plastic, and combinations thereof, without any limitation and/or restriction unless otherwise indicated in the following claims. One of ordinary skill will appreciate that the outer shell  151  that in addition to providing ornamentation and enhancing the attractiveness of the Smart Candle and Platform  10 , may be designed for the purpose of protecting and reducing damage to the interior components of Smart Candle Platform and System  10  in the event of an accident such as falling on the ground from a higher surface. (Not shown) In addition, the outer shell  151  may be designed or customized with different images, color, size and shape to serve the purpose of decoration without any limitation and/or restriction unless otherwise indicated in the following claims. A decorative embodiment of the outer shell  151  may enhance the attraction of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  to the end user further improving its desirability. 
       FIG. 6B  is an assembled view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  with an outer shell  151  cover removed. As shown, the inner cover  152  is comprising a shell cover  152   c , a protective device cover  152   b  and an injection molded support frame  152   a  positioned interiorly of the protective device cover  152   b  as shown. In one embodiment, the inner cover  152  may be removed from the outer shell  151  upon application of a downward force on the top cover  110  or the upper portion of the inner cover  152 . In another embodiment, the inner cover  152  may be removed from the outer shell  151  by unlocking or depressing a locking tab  72  positioned interior of the inner cover  152 . A scent pan  111  is positioned at the upper portion of the inner cover  152 . The scent pan  111  (also see  FIGS. 8-11 ) is decorative with different colors, images and shapes for the purpose of increasing attractiveness of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  without any limitation and/or restriction unless otherwise indicated in the following claims. As shown, the injection molded support frame  152   a  is positioned at the base  4  and is configured to engage with the base  4  and the fuel source  130  configured as a cartridge. 
       FIG. 6C  is a detailed view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  with the protective cover  152   b  and the support frame  152   a  removed illustrating an ignition PCB  121 , IR remote sensor  141  and USB charge port  146  as disclosed herein. The main PCB  38  for the ignition control system  174  may be configured to control the tip alert feature and the refill level detection system which may be powered by a lithium ion on-board battery  148 , without restriction or limitation. The USB charge port  146  is configured for providing power for the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  either via USB charging (computer or charger) or via battery  148 . In addition, the control system  140  may be included as an on/off switch  173 , an ignition control system  174 , an extinguisher system  175 , an infrared (IR) remote control system  171 , a timer  178 , a password  179 , a fuel control system  172 , a fuel storage system  176 , a fuel system  177  and and/or a combination of the preceding, subject to a particular application, without any limitation and/or restriction. 
     Another feature disclosed is the push/push cam mechanism  160 . As shown in  FIG. 6D  which is a side view of an embodiment of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  with a pair of locking tabs  72  supporting a push/push cam mechanism  160  for retaining the present embodiment of the outer shell  151  with the inner cover  152  as disclosed herein, when the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  is configured with a removable outer shell  151 . The locking tab  72  is positioned interior of the inner cover  152  and extends to the interior of the outer shell  151  to allow disengagement of the outer shell  151  from the inner cover  152 . The locking tab  72  is activated by a push/push cam mechanism  160  for retaining the outer shell  151  with the inner cover  152  while in use. When the user depresses the top cover  110  downward, the inner cover  152  disengages the locking tab  72  and releases the outer shell  151  from the inner cover  152 . To assemble the outer shell  151  and the inner cover  152 , the user may slidably insert the inner cover  152  into the hollow interior of the outer shell  151 . The locking tab  72  may be extended to engage the outer shell  151  with the inner cover  152  upon application of a downward force on the upper portion of the inner cover  152 . 
     Also, shown are other features of the embodiment configured with a self-extinguishing fan  143  and integrated on-board electronics assembly. As shown in  FIG. 6D , the self-extinguishing fan  143  is positioned at the upper portion of the support frame  152   a  for auto off functions and safety tip sensor  142 . The integrated on-board electronics assembly may also be configured with a push button ignition, a push button or auto extinguish options  149 , an automatic tip detection  145 , a timer  178  and/or password  179  options and combinations therein. The push button  156  is mounted on the exterior of the inner cover  152  and is configured for simple but secure user engagement. After removing the inner cover  152  from the outer shell  151 , the user may press on the push button  156  to release the fuel source  130  cartridge from the inner cover  152  for replacement or refilling. The user then inserts a new or refilled cartridge  130  into the hollow interior of the support frame  152   a  of the inner cover  152 . 
       FIG. 6E  is a cross-sectional view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  in assembly which embodies at some of the various features shown, the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  is designed with numerous features. For instance, the push/push cam mechanism  160  allows this embodiment to be accessed with ease. The internal ignition wire routing  123  is configured for streamline design. The inner support shell  152   c  is designed for various decorative materials. In one embodiment, the outer shell  151  may be decorative and interchangeable while in another embodiment, the outer shell  151  may be decorative and fixed. The recessed storage pocket  158  is configured for storage of a decorative slip on type cover. The cartridge  130  may be interchangeable using the quick release retaining clips  132 . The sensor for fuel cartridge  177  may send signal to the PCB for automatic re-order notification when a low fuel level is measured. 
       FIG. 6F  is another cross-sectional view of a portion of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  illustrating the upper end of the Smart Candle Platform having a fuel cartridge  130  positioned within the embodiment as disclosed herein configured with a top cover  110  and an ignition system  120 . In one embodiment, the opening  116  of the top cover  110  may be constructed or designed in a way to allow refueling or replacement of the fuel source (cartridge)  130 . Depending on the particular application, the top cover  110  may be constructed together with the outer shell  151  or constructed separately and conventionally attached to the inner cover  152 . In one embodiment, the top cover  110  may be inserted into the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  by turning or twisting the top cover  110  in the clockwise direction. In this configuration, the top cover  110  may be removed from the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  by turning or twisting the top cover  110  in the counter clockwise direction. In addition, as shown in  FIG. 6F , an ignition system  120  may be positioned at the upper end of the support frame  152   a  and underneath a scent pan  111  and the top cover  110 . The ignitor system  120  may be electrically connected to a battery  148  positioned proximate the support frame  152   a . In one embodiment, there is a ceramic igniter prong  124  positioned at an opening of the scent pan  111 . 
       FIG. 6G  is an exploded view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  with the various electronic and operational components illustrated for application with the various embodiments disclosed throughout and particularly  FIGS. 6-6F .  FIG. 6H  is another exploded view of an embodiment of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as disclosed in  FIGS. 6-6F  along with detailed call-out elements for enablement of the present disclosure. As shown, the top cover  110  may be configured with either igniter  128  assembly with retractable igniter wires  129  or a standard igniter  128  assembly with optional scent pan  111 . The single piece support frame  152   a  is configured to engage with the extinguisher fan  143 , the quick release refill retention  136 , the cartridge  130  and the protective cover  152   b . The cartridge  130  may be configured as a standard burn time interchangeable refill cartridge or as an extended burn time interchangeable refill cartridge. (See  FIG. 20  and supporting disclosure therein) The shell support  152   c  for decorative outer shell  151  is positioned between the protective cover  152   b  and the outer shell  151 . The outer shell  151  may be decorative, fixed or interchangeable and may be made from various materials, without any limitation and/or restriction unless otherwise indicated in the following claims. 
       FIG. 7A  is a top perspective view of the decorative scent pan cover  114  with scent twist adjustment as disclosed while  FIG. 7B  is a side view of the scent pan  111  as disclosed in  FIG. 7A . As shown, the scent pan system may be configured with a scent pan cover  114  with scent level twist adjustment, the scent pan  111  and the scent ring  113 . The scent pan  111  is positions at the upper portion of the protective cover  152   b  of the inner cover  152  and proximate the top cover aperture  117 . Dependent on the particular purpose and/or season (holiday), the scent pan cover  114  may be customized and decorative with different images, colors, designs, sizes and shapes without any limitation and/or restriction. The scent ring  113  is positioned in the scent pan  111  and underneath the scent pan cover  114 . The dual prong ignition system  120  may be positioned proximate to a wick  134  to generate the flame when activated. The heat of the living flame  100  activates the distribution of the fragrance or the scent of the scent ring  113 . As shown, the scent ring  113  is shown in semi-closed position which facilitates the distribution of fragrance or scent (also see  FIGS. 8-8F  and supporting discussion herein). 
       FIG. 7C  is a top perspective view of an igniter of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  with the scent pan cover  114  removed wherein the ignitor  128  is positioned on top of the cartridge  130  and underneath the scent pan  111  as shown and disclosed herein. The ignition system  120  is configured with an ignitor  128 , an igniter support frame  122 , an igniter finger(s)  127 , a pivoting cam for indexing of igniters  128  and an igniter wire  129 . The ignition system  120  is electronically controlled. In another embodiment, the ignition system  120  is electronically connected to a battery  148  positioned proximate the support frame  152   a . The ignitor  128  is positioned proximate the wick  134  and is coupled to the ignition system  120 . 
       FIG. 8  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  having a scent pan  111  as disclosed wherein  FIGS. 8A and 8D  are cross-sectional views of the decorative scent pan  111  having the scent pan cover  114  on the top of the ignitor frame  122 .  FIG. 8B  is a front view of a 10 of a decorative scent pan  111  while  FIG. 8C  is a top perspective view of a scent pan  111  of a Smart Candle Platform and System.  FIG. 8F  is a bottom perspective view of a scent pan  111  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 8E  is a side perspective view of a scent pan  111  as disclosed herein. The scent pan system is configured with a scent pan cover  114 , a scent pan  111  and a scent ring  113  as illustrated in detailed in  FIGS. 8-11F . 
       FIG. 9A  is a front view of a decorative pan cover  114  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 9C  is a back view of a decorative pan cover  114  of a Smart Candle Platform.  FIG. 9B  is a top perspective view of a decorative pan cover  114  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 9D  is a bottom perspective view of a decorative pan cover  114  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as disclosed herein. As shown, the scent pan cover  114  may be configured with multiple apertures  117   a  which serve the purpose of decoration and distribution of the scent. One of ordinary skill will appreciate the design of the scent pan cover  114  and the arrangement of the apertures  117   a  as disclosed is not limited to a particular design as shown and may be configured to maximize the effectiveness scent delivered and the amount of scent distributed. 
       FIG. 10A  is a front view of a molded scent ring  113  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 10C  is a side view of a molded scent ring  113  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as disclosed herein.  FIG. 10B  is a top perspective view of a molded scent ring  113  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 10D  is a side bottom perspective of a molded scent ring  113  of a Smart Candle Platform as disclosed herein. Each scent ring  113  has different scent or fragrance and may be customized as needed. The scent ring  113  is interchangeable and replaceable with ease. One of ordinary skill will appreciate that the scent ring  113  is not melted at high temperature (flame temperature) which allows the scent ring  113  to be reused multiple times. The scent ring  113  may be customized in size, shape, color and fragrance to match with the scent pan  111  and the scent pan cover  114  without any limitation and/or restriction unless otherwise indicated in the following claims. 
       FIG. 11A  is a side perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 11B  is a cross-sectional view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as disclosed in  FIG. 11A .  FIG. 11C  is a front view of a decorative scent pan  111  of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 11D  is a side view of the decorative scent pan  111  of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  disclosed herein.  FIG. 11E  is a top perspective view of the decorative scent pan  111  of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 11F  is a bottom perspective view of the decorative scent pan  111  of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  in operation which embodies some of the various features disclosed herein. As shown, the scent pan  111  is configured as a scent ring holder  112  which houses the scent ring  113  when in use. The scent pan  111  has multiple apertures  117   b  wherein the apertures  117   b  are configured for housing the scent ring  113 . Dependent on the particular application, the scent pan  111  may be customized with different sizes, shapes, colors, etc. without any limitation and/or restriction. 
       FIG. 12A  is a top perspective view of an igniter cover  125  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 12B  is a bottom perspective view of an igniter cover  125  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  in operation which embodies some of the various features disclosed herein.  FIG. 12C  is a cross-sectional view of an igniter cover of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as shown and disclosed in  FIGS. 12A and 12B .  FIG. 12D  is a left-side perspective view of an igniter cover  125  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 12E  is a right-side view of an igniter cover  125  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as disclosed herein. 
       FIG. 13A  is perspective view of a two-prong igniter  124  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 13B  is a front view of a two-prong igniter  124  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 13C  is a side view of a two-prong igniter  124  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as disclosed herein. As shown, the two-prong igniter  124  is positioned in the ignitor cover  125  and proximate to the wick  134 . 
       FIG. 14A  is a top perspective view of an igniter base  126  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 14B  is a bottom perspective view of an igniter base  126  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  in operation which embodies some of the various features disclosed herein.  FIG. 14C  is a cross-sectional of an igniter base  126  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as shown and disclosed in  FIGS. 14A and 14B .  FIG. 14D  is a left-side perspective view of an igniter base  126  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  while  FIG. 14E  is a right-side view of an igniter base  126  of a Smart Candle Platform and System as disclosed herein. 
       FIG. 15  is an exploded view of an upper end of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  illustrating the assembly of various components as shown and illustrated in  FIGS. 9-14 . As shown, in at least one embodiment, the scent pan cover  114  is positioned on top of the scent pan  111  wherein the scent ring  113  is positioned within the scent pan  111 . The scent pan  111  as shown is positioned on top of the ignition system  120 . The ignition system  120  is configured of an ignitor cover  125 , a two-prong igniter  124 , an ignitor wire  129  and an ignitor base  126 . The two-prong igniter  124  and the ignitor wire  129  may be positioned between the ignitor cover  125  and the ignitor base  126  as shown, without restriction or limitation.  FIG. 16  is a perspective view of an ignitor top frame support  122   a  which may be used with the embodiments disclosed in  FIGS. 6-15  and secured to the support frame  152   a  via a refill lock  132  and screws  162  as disclosed herein. 
       FIG. 17  is a perspective view of a scent pan cover  114  having apertures  117   a  around the periphery.  FIG. 17  also illustrates the position of the ignitor prongs  124  positioned around the periphery of the opening  116  positioned in the center of the scent pan cover and scent pan ( 116   a ,  116   b ) with the scent pan  111  affixed to the support frame  152   a  as disclosed herein. 
       FIG. 18  is an exploded view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  illustrating the shell support  152   c  and the outer shell  151  wherein the shell support  152   c  is positioned within the outer shell  151 .  FIG. 19  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  providing a wick  134  positioned in the fuel source cartridge  130  with an exposed portion extending from an upper end of the cartridge  130  as shown and disclosed herein. 
     In another aspect of the disclosed embodiment, the cartridge (refill bottle)  130  is illustrated in  FIGS. 20A and 20B . As shown,  FIG. 20  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  providing two different types of cartridges  130  as shown in  FIGS. 20A and 20B .  FIG. 20A  is a perspective of an extended burn refill bottle  131   a  while  FIG. 20B  is a standard burn refill bottle  131   b  as disclosed herein. The cartridge  130  is configured with a retention groove  135  to facilitate removal and replacement from the support frame  152   a . When the user presses the push button  156  on the inner cover  152 , the push button  156  is extended against the retention groove  135  which releases the cartridge  130  therein. Both extended burn re-fill cartridge  131   a  and standard burn re-fill cartridge  131   b  are configured with a wick  134  and a support cap  134   a , a custom quick release cartridge retention groove  135  and a base  137 . However, the base  137  of extended burn re-fill cartridge  131   a  is relatively larger than the base  137  of the standard burn re-fill cartridge  131   b  which allow the bottle or the container  131  to hold more fuel (or oil)  133 . Dependent on the particular application, the fuel material  133  may be an essential oil, but not limited to a solid paraffin wax, a liquid paraffin, a soy, a veggie, a fatty acid, and/or combinations thereof without any limitation and/or restriction. In addition, the wick  134  may be positioned in the cartridge  130  with an exposed portion of the wick  134  extending from an upper end of the cartridge  130  which allows the flame  100  to be above the top cover  110  and also allows the cartridge  130  to supply the fuel  133  when in use for supporting living flame  100 . 
     In another aspect of the disclosed embodiment, a spring  164 , a retention bracket  161  and the mid-frame  3   j  are shown and disclosed in  FIGS. 21-24 .  FIG. 21  is a perspective view of a spring  164  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as shown herein.  FIG. 21A  is another perspective view of the spring  164  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as shown in  FIG. 21 . As shown, the spring  164  has a first end and a second end wherein both the first and the second end are coiled and foldable. One of ordinary skill will appreciate that dependent on the particular application, the shape and/or size of the spring  164  may be customized or different type of springs  164  may be used and replaced to maximize the effectiveness of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10 , without any limitation and/or restriction unless otherwise indicated in the following claims. 
       FIG. 22  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  providing a retention bracket  161  as shown and disclosed herein.  FIG. 22A  is a cross-section view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  having a retention bracket  161  as shown in  FIG. 22 .  FIG. 23  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  providing a push cam  163  as shown and disclosed herein. 
     In another aspect of the disclosed embodiment,  FIG. 24  is a top perspective view of a mid-frame base  3   j  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as shown and disclosed herein.  FIG. 24A  is bottom perspective view of a mid-frame base  3   j  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as shown in  FIG. 24 . 
     In another aspect of the disclosed embodiment,  FIG. 25  is a perspective view of a scent pan  111  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as shown and disclosed herein.  FIG. 26  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  providing a scent pan cover  114   a  with a hole (aperture  117   a ) positioned on top of the scent pan  111  in  FIG. 25 .  FIG. 27  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  providing a scent pan cover  114   b  without a hole (or aperture  117   a ) positioned on top of the scent pan  111  (as shown in  FIG. 25 ). As illustrated in  FIGS. 25-27 , the scent pan  111  and the scent pan cover  114  have an opening  116  wherein the size and shape of the opening  116  is large enough for the cartridge  130  to be refilled without disassembling the Smart Candle Platform and System  10 . One of ordinary skill will appreciate that the opening of the scent pan  111  and the scent pan cover  114  provides a method for refilling and replacing the cartridge  130  without disassembling the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  in at least one embodiment which may be desirable to some users. 
     In addition, as shown in  FIGS. 26 and 27 , the position and the number of the holes  117   a  may be customized which allows the user to control the flame or the heat of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10 . In addition, the position and the number of the holes  117   a  on the scent pan cover  114  may be customized for the purpose of decoration which may increase the attractiveness of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  to at least some users, without any limitation and/or restriction. 
       FIG. 28  is an exploded view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  illustrating different layers between the interior of the Smart Candle Platform and System  10  as related to the outer shell  151 , the inner cover  152  and the cartridge  130  as disclosed.  FIG. 29  is another exploded view of an inner cover  152  and the top cover  110  of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  which embodies some of the various features as disclosed as shown in  FIG. 28 . 
     Dependent on the particular application, the inner cover  152  may be constructed to be interchangeable or fixed (integral with outer shell  151 ) without any limitation and/or restriction. Also, dependent on the particular material and/or purpose, the shell support  152   c , the protective cover  152   b  and the support frame  152   a  may be constructed together or constructed separately and conventionally attached together without any limitation and/or restriction unless otherwise indicated in the following claims. 
     In another embodiment,  FIG. 30  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  with the outer shell  151  removed and the top cover  110  (as shown in  FIGS. 25-27 ) affixed to the inner cover  152  as shown herein.  FIG. 31  is a perspective view of a Smart Candle Platform and System  10  assembly as shown and disclosed herein. As shown and illustrated in  FIGS. 30 and 31 , the scent pan cover  114  has an opening  116   b  that allows the cartridge  130  to be refilled quickly and directly with ease. The top cover  110 , the scent pan  111  and the inner cover  152  may be constructed together or constructed separately and conventionally attached together without any limitation and/or restriction. 
     In another embodiment,  FIG. 32A  is a top view of a decorative trim plate  201  which may be used with at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly  10  as shown and disclosed herein. In the embodiments illustrated in  FIGS. 32-38 , the internal components have been re-configured to allow reduction of their footprint and allow the various control and ignition components (e.g., battery  211 , charge printed circuit board (PCB)  217 , extinguishing fan  206 , ignition assembly  216 , ignitor PCB  207 , as shown in detail in  FIG. 37B ) to be supported using an ignitor mount  215  providing a groove or annular  218  around its mid-section and sitting on top of a support plate  214  and around a neck portion of a refill bottle fuel source, the refill bottle configured for holding a fuel (e.g., oil) and may be single-use or refillable.  FIG. 32B  is a detailed side view of the internals of an upper portion of at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein.  FIG. 32B  shows high performance ignitors  203 , quick igniting wick  202 , and decorative trim plate  201  called out in detail. As shown in  FIG. 32B , the wick  202  is positioned in a fuel source  204  with an exposed portion of the wick extending from an upper end of the fuel source. 
       FIG. 33A  is a perspective view of the large refill bottle fuel source  204  configured for use with at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein.  FIG. 33B  is a view of a bottom of the large refill bottle  204  of  FIG. 33A .  FIGS. 33A and 33B  illustrate that the fuel source  204  has a cylindrical shape with an upper section of the fuel source having a smaller diameter than a lower section of the fuel source.  FIGS. 33A and 33B  further illustrate that the fuel source  204  includes a first set of threads thereon for engagement with a corresponding second set of threads of an inner shell  209  positioned within a hollow interior of an outer shell  208  so as to allow the fuel source to be secured within a hollow inner volume of the inner shell. The hollow interior of the outer shell  208  is connecting a first opening  208   a  at an upper end of the outer shell and a second opening  208   b  at a lower end of the outer shell.  FIGS. 33A and 33B  also illustrate that the first set of threads includes regular right-hand threads  204   a  positioned on the lower section of the bottle  204  for engagement with the inner shell  209  as shown in further detail in  FIG. 35B . 
       FIG. 33C  is a perspective view of a large refill bottle fuel source  205  configured for use with at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein.  FIG. 33D  is a view of a bottom of the large refill bottle  205  of  FIG. 33C .  FIGS. 33C and 33D  illustrate that the fuel source  205  has a cylindrical shape with an upper section of the fuel source having a smaller diameter than a lower section of the fuel source.  FIGS. 33C and 33D  further illustrate that the fuel source  205  includes a first set of threads thereon for engagement with a corresponding second set of threads of the inner shell  209  so as to allow the fuel source to be secured within the hollow inner volume of the inner shell.  FIGS. 33C and 33D  also illustrate that the first set of threads includes reverse threads (left-hand)  205   a  positioned on the lower section of the bottle  205  for engagement with the inner shell  209  as shown in further detail in  FIGS. 35C-35D . 
     One of ordinary skill will appreciate that either the configuration as disclosed in  FIGS. 33A and 33B  or the configuration as disclosed in  FIGS. 33C and 33D  may be used without restriction or limitation and may be suitable for any particular application. At least one advantage of a threaded large volume refill bottle fuel source (e.g.,  204  or  205 ) is that the threaded version of the bottle reduces the potential for incorrect insertion by users. One of ordinary skill will appreciate that the lower section or the bottom of the bottle may or may not be configured with a space  222  located, e.g., in the middle of the bottle&#39;s bottom and configured to accept a pillar candle spike. 
       FIG. 34  is a perspective view of an embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein in  FIGS. 32-38 .  FIG. 35A  is a side view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly shown in  FIG. 34  using a large volume refill bottle fuel source with regular threads.  FIG. 35B  is a cut-away side view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly shown in  FIG. 35A . 
       FIG. 35C  is a detailed side view of the internals of an upper portion of at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein when the large volume refill bottle  205  is configured with reverse threads  205   a  positioned on the lower section of the bottle  205  for engagement with the inner shell  209 .  FIG. 35C  shows the high performance ignitors  203 , the quick igniting wick  202 , and the decorative trim plate  201  called out in detail. As shown in  FIG. 35C , the wick  202  is positioned in the fuel source  205  with an exposed portion of the wick extending from an upper end of the fuel source.  FIG. 35D  is a cut-away side view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein in  FIG. 35C  as configured for use with the large volume refill bottle  205  having reverse threads  205   a  as disclosed in  FIGS. 33C and 33D  with the extinguishing fan  206  and ignitor PCB  207  called out. The outer shell  208  the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly can be made of wax but is not so limited and may be constructed from other materials, similar to the inner shell  209 . 
       FIG. 36A  is a perspective view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein in  FIGS. 32-38  with a clear shell to show the position of the internals including the control PCBs  210  as called out.  FIG. 36B  is a cut-away top view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly shown in  FIG. 36A . As disclosed, an on-off switch (not shown) may be positioned proximate to the upper portion of the System near a top charging port. The arrangement disclosed allows a Universal Serial Bus (USB) charging port  212  to be incorporated along with a large capacity battery  211 , as shown, to improve usability. USB port  212  can be configured to provide power to the Smart Candle Platform and System assembly and/or to charge the battery  211 . At least one magnet  213  can be positioned in the interior of the ignition assembly  216  for retention of the trim plate  201 . As shown in  FIG. 36B , four (4) magnets  213  are positioned in the interior of the ignition assembly  216  for retention of the trim plate  201 . 
       FIG. 37A  is an exploded view of the embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System disclosed in  FIGS. 32-38  as related to the entire assembly and particularly with the large volume refill bottle  205  having reverse threads.  FIG. 37B  is a detailed view of  FIG. 37A  as related to the ignition system and control systems which may be mounted in an upper portion of the inner support shell and above the refill bottle fuel source which is shown as large volume refill bottle  205  having reverse threads in  FIG. 37A . The ignition assembly can be positioned within the hollow inner volume of the inner shell  209  proximate to the first opening  208   a  of the outer shell  208 . The ignition assembly can be positioned between the ignitor mount  215  and the first opening  208   a  of the outer shell  208 . As shown in  FIG. 37B , the ignition assembly can be positioned underneath the decorative trim plate  201 . As shown in  FIG. 37B , the decorative trim plate  201  rests above a removable scent ring  219  which may be positioned in an optional scent pan  220  positioned between the trim plate  201  and the ignition assembly  216 . A steel ring  221  for the scent pan retention may be positioned underneath the scent pan  220  and in the interior of the ignition assembly  216  having four (4) locating magnets  213  positioned therein. The ignition assembly  216  rests upon and engages with the ignitor mount  215  having the groove  218  in its mid-section in which the battery  211  and charge PCB  217  may be positioned along with the control components including the extinguishing fan  206 , control PCBs  210  an/or ignitor PCB  207 . The ignition assembly  216  can be coupled to an ignition control system (e.g., ignitor PCB  207  and/or control PCBs  210 ) which is electronically controlled. The ignitor mount  215  and control components are then positioned within the hollow inner volume of the inner shell  209  to rest upon the support plate  214  positioned within the hollow inner volume of the inner shell and having a hollow channel through a mid-section thereof and/or a threaded refill bottle (e.g.,  204  or  205 ). The outer shell  208  is then slidably extended over the inner shell  209  to form one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform in which the ignitor mount is positioned between the support plate  214  and the first opening  208   a  of the outer shell  208 . 
       FIG. 38  is another embodiment of the optional scent pan  220  configured for use with at least one embodiment of the Smart Candle Platform and System as disclosed herein wherein the scent pan  220  is removable and the scent ring  219  is interchangeable. The scent pan  220  as shown in  FIGS. 36 and 38  may be constructed from steel and configured to engage with magnets  213 . 
     The Smart Candle Platform and System assembly as shown and disclosed herein in  FIGS. 32-38  may comprise at least one sensor, wherein the at least one sensor is coupled to a control system (e.g., control PCBs  210 ) which is electronically controlled. The at least one sensor may comprise a continuity sensor, an accelerometer, a gyroscope, a proximity sensor (which can be a magnetic based proximity sensor, or a visual based proximity sensor), a fuel level sensor, a flame sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, or a thermopile sensor, among others. The control system may comprise an on/off switch, an ignition control system, an extinguisher system, an infrared (IR) remote control system, a timer, a fuel control system, a fuel feed control system, a fuel storage control system, or a fuel level control system, among others. The at least one sensor and/or the control system can be located in the groove  218  of the ignitor mount  215  along with the extinguishing fan  206 . The Smart Candle Platform and System assembly can further comprise a thermo-electric charging system installed alone or in combination with a battery and configured to produce electrical current using heat produced by a burning fuel. 
     One of ordinary skill will appreciate that other configurations allowing single or multiple ignitors may be selected for any particular application without departure from the spirit and intent of the present disclosure. One of ordinary skill appreciate that other types of methods of flame sensing/monitoring including pyrometers may be used with Smart Candle Platform  10  as disclosed herein without departure from spirit and intent of the disclosure. 
     Having described the preferred embodiments, other features of the Smart Candle Platform will undoubtedly occur to those versed in the art, as will numerous modifications and alterations in the embodiments as illustrated herein, all of which may be achieved without departing from the spirit and scope of the Smart Candle Platform disclosed herein. Accordingly, the methods and embodiments pictured and described herein are for illustrative purposes only, and the scope of the present disclosure extends to all method and/or structures for providing increased functionality, comfort, longevity, enjoyment and aesthetics in the use and access of Smart Candle Platforms and aesthetic controllable natural lighting systems. Furthermore, the methods and embodiments pictured and described herein are no way limiting to the scope of the Smart Candle Platform and method of use unless so stated in the following claims. 
     It should be noted that the Smart Candle Platform is not limited to the specific embodiments pictured and described herein, but is intended to apply to all similar apparatuses and methods for providing the various benefits and/or features of a Smart Candle Platform. Modifications and alterations from the described embodiments will occur to those skilled in the art without departure from the spirit and scope of the Smart Candle Platform. It is understood that the Smart Candle Platform as disclosed herein extends to all alternative combinations of one or more of the individual features mentioned, evident from the text and/or drawings, and/or inherently disclosed. All of these different combinations constitute various alternative aspects of the Smart Candle Platform and/or components thereof. The embodiments described herein explain the best modes known for practicing the Smart Candle Platform and/or components thereof and will enable others skilled in the art to utilize the same. The claims are to be construed to include alternative embodiments to the extent permitted by the prior art. 
     While the Smart Candle Platform has been described in connection with preferred embodiments and specific examples, it is not intended that the scope be limited to the particular embodiments set forth, as the embodiments herein are intended in all respects to be illustrative rather than restrictive. 
     Unless otherwise expressly stated, it is in no way intended that any method set forth herein be construed as requiring that its steps be performed in a specific order. Accordingly, where a method claim does not actually recite an order to be followed by its steps or it is not otherwise specifically stated in the claims or descriptions that the steps are to be limited to a specific order, it is no way intended that an order be inferred, in any respect. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications and variations can be made without departing from the scope or spirit. Other embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art from consideration of the specification and practice disclosed herein. It is intended that the specification and examples be considered as illustrative only, with a true scope and spirit being indicated by the following claims.