WO2010029320A1 - Ensemble simulateur de flammes - Google Patents

Ensemble simulateur de flammes Download PDF

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WO2010029320A1
WO2010029320A1 PCT/GB2009/002211 GB2009002211W WO2010029320A1 WO 2010029320 A1 WO2010029320 A1 WO 2010029320A1 GB 2009002211 W GB2009002211 W GB 2009002211W WO 2010029320 A1 WO2010029320 A1 WO 2010029320A1
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flame simulating
simulating assembly
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reflective surface
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Paul C. Baird
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F24—HEATING; RANGES; VENTILATING
    • F24C—DOMESTIC STOVES OR RANGES ; DETAILS OF DOMESTIC STOVES OR RANGES, OF GENERAL APPLICATION
    • F24C7/00—Stoves or ranges heated by electric energy
    • F24C7/002—Stoves
    • F24C7/004—Stoves simulating flames

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  • this twin-mirror design generates an impression of depth to the simulated flames which improves the similarity to a conventional fire.
  • the partial reflection of the light back in to the interior space causes an illusion of depth as the light bounces between the reflective and partially reflective surfaces. This gives the impression that the ember bed is far deeper than it actually is which in turn creates a far more realistic simulated fire,
  • This feature generates a particularly advantageous effect.
  • the flickering light that is projected onto the rear of the rear mirror simulates flames that appear to rise from the simulated ember bed. This image is then reflected between the reflective and partially reflective surfaces to create an impression of depth to the flame image which complements the impression of depth of the simulated ember bed.
  • the combined effect of an impression of depth in the ember bed and the flame imagery is particularly effective in generating a realistic fire simulation.
  • the flicker element is arranged beneath the simulated ember bed so as to reflect light from the light source through the simulated ember bed.
  • the flame simulating assembly further comprises an at least partially translucent side screen on each side of the interior space, the side screens having an outwardly facing side and an inwardly facing side, and wherein the flicker element reflects light from the light source onto the inwardly facing side.
  • the partially reflective surface is substantially vertical.
  • a flame simulating assembly comprising: a housing, a light source positioned within the housing, a simulated ember bed, a flicker element positioned within the housing arranged to reflect light from the light source, vents in the housing for permitting the reflected light to project onto an area adjacent the flame simulating assembly.
  • Figure 8 is a sectioned top view of the assembly of Figure 7 taken along line IX-IX - VIII in Figure 7 with the flat rear mirror replaced with an angled mirror;
  • Figure 9 is a sectioned top view of the assembly of Figure 7 taken along line VIII- VIII in Figure 7.
  • a flame simulating assembly in the form of a fire is indicated generally at 10.
  • the fire 10 has a top section indicated generally at 12, a central section indicated at 14 and a louver section indicated at 16, the purposes of which will be explained in further detail shortly.
  • the spindle 30 defines a series of radially extending metallic or imitation metallic elements which reflect light from the lamps 28 in a random manner when rotated. Accordingly, the light reflected from the spindle flickers in a manner similar to the light generated by a conventional fire.
  • FIG. 6 a further alternative embodiment of fire 10" is shown having a rear mirror 26" which is formed in two portions 27 having a centerline 29.
  • the rear mirror portions 27 extend in a forward direction from the centre line to the outside edges 31 of the mirror 26".
  • the angle between the two portions 27 can range from 0 degrees to 45 degrees depending on the required design.
  • the rear mirror could be smoothly curved rather than angled with the outside edges of the curve being positioned forward of the middle section of the curve. This feature further accentuates the feeling of depth achieved by the cavity 16".
  • the fire 10" also includes a series of vents 33 in the lower portion 16" which allow the reflected light from the spindle to project onto surrounding walls, floor and furniture to further promote the natural look of the fire.

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Abstract

L’invention concerne un ensemble simulateur de flammes comprenant une source de lumière, un lit de braises simulées disposé entre un miroir arrière présentant une surface réfléchissante et une fenêtre avant présentant une surface partiellement réfléchissante, les surfaces réfléchissante et partiellement réfléchissante formant entre elles un espace intérieur, et un élément scintillant disposé sous le lit de braises simulées et agencé afin de réfléchir la lumière provenant de la source de lumière via le lit de braises simulées dans l’espace intérieur. La surface partiellement réfléchissante permet à une partie de la lumière réfléchie de la traverser afin d’évacuer l’espace intérieur, et renvoie une partie de la lumière dans l’espace intérieur.
PCT/GB2009/002211 2008-09-15 2009-09-15 Ensemble simulateur de flammes WO2010029320A1 (fr)

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GB0816902.1 2008-09-15
GB0816902A GB0816902D0 (en) 2008-09-15 2008-09-15 Flame simulating assembly

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GB2619258A (en) * 2022-03-31 2023-12-06 Cast Fireplace & Tile Company Ltd Flame effect electric fireplace

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GB2298073A (en) * 1995-02-14 1996-08-21 Bitech Eng Apparatus for simulating flames
US20020095832A1 (en) * 1996-05-17 2002-07-25 Kristoffer Hess Flame simulating assembly
DE202007003381U1 (de) * 2007-03-05 2007-05-16 Deußl, Alexandra Feuerstelle

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Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
GB2298073A (en) * 1995-02-14 1996-08-21 Bitech Eng Apparatus for simulating flames
US20020095832A1 (en) * 1996-05-17 2002-07-25 Kristoffer Hess Flame simulating assembly
DE202007003381U1 (de) * 2007-03-05 2007-05-16 Deußl, Alexandra Feuerstelle

Cited By (1)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
GB2619258A (en) * 2022-03-31 2023-12-06 Cast Fireplace & Tile Company Ltd Flame effect electric fireplace

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