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  Aqua lighting systemRelated Patent Categories: Combustion, Candle, E.g., Taper, Etc., Having Structure Additional To Wax And Wick, Fuel Body Totally Within Casing, E.g., Vigil Light, Etc.The Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20070087298. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
FIELD OF INVENTION [0001] The present invention relates generally to an aqua lighting system. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Considerable human needs exist for restoring fatigued attention in today's high technology world. Fatigued minds can be restored in natural settings that evoke fascination or effortless attention. Such settings have been found to provide the highest restorative effectiveness. See Herzog et al., J. Environ. Psychol. 17(2) 165-170. [0003] Among natural settings, studies have demonstrated that low activity waterscapes, for example aquariums, provide a significant reduction in stress among individuals in a stressful environment. See P. H. Kahn, Developmental Review, 17, 1-61 (1997). Alternatively, flames or candles are recognized to have relaxing and/or contemplative qualities in many cultures. The dancing flame of a candle is often used to provide a means of contemplation or meditation. [0004] Many different types of products and approaches have been developed to address the problem of providing a restorative environment at home for people, ranging from decorative water lamps to lighted aquarium. However, all those approaches and products use artificial lights instead of natural flames. Under the biophilia hypothesis, scientists assert the existence of a fundamental human need and propensity to "affiliate with life and life-like process." See P. H. Kahn, Developmental Review, 17, 1-61(1997). Artificial lights, even if combined with flowing water, do not give sufficiently life-like processes to relax stressed minds effectively for many people. SUMMARY OF INVENTION [0005] Embodiments of the invention address some or all of the concerns discussed above. Products according to the invention have the potential to be simple to manufacture, inexpensive, and widely accepted. [0006] An aqua lighting system according to the invention combines water with candle flames to provide a natural setting for high restorative effectiveness. People can achieve the goal of contemplative restoration by gazing at the watery flame during and after a hectic day, or after staring into a computer screen for an extended period of time. [0007] One embodiment of a lighting system includes a container capable of holding a fluid and a chimney in the container. The container could be an aquarium or some other type of container. The chimney extends from an inner surface of the container and includes a space capable of holding a light source, at least two openings to allow airflow in the chimney, and a seal to prevent the fluid from getting into the chimney. [0008] The invention also encompasses methods of making and using the aqua lighting system. [0009] This brief summary has been provided so that the nature of the invention may be understood quickly. A more complete understanding of the invention may be obtained by reference to the following description of the preferred embodiments thereof in connection with the attached drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING [0010] FIG. 1 shows an embodiment of an aqua lighting system. [0011] FIG. 2 shows another embodiment of an aqua lighting system. [0012] FIG. 3 shows some possible shapes for a container and for a chimney for an aqua lighting system. [0013] FIG. 4 is a flowchart of a method of using an aqua lighting system [0014] FIG. 5 is a flowchart of a method of making an aqua lighting system. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Aqua Lighting System [0015] Briefly, one embodiment of a lighting system includes a container capable of holding a fluid and a chimney in the container. The container could be an aquarium or some other type of container. The chimney extends from an inner surface of the container and includes a space capable of holding a light source, at least two openings to allow airflow in the chimney, and a seal to prevent the fluid from getting into the chimney. FIG. 1 shows an embodiment of such a system. [0016] Aqua lighting system 1 in FIG. 1 includes container 2 capable of holding a fluid. For example, container 2 could be an aquarium that holds water. Container 2 could include a cover, for example a detachable or permanent cover, or could be open on top. [0017] System 1 also includes chimney 3 that extends from inner surface 4 of the container. The chimney includes at least space 6 capable of holding light source 7, which preferably is a natural light source such as a candle. Alternatively, an artificial light source can be used. Chimney 3 also includes at least two openings 9 and 10 to allow airflow in the chimney, and seal 11 to prevent the fluid from getting into the chimney. [0018] The two openings permit airflow through the chimney. This airflow permits a candle or some other natural light source to burn or otherwise to function in the chimney. In contrast, if only a single opening was present, the candle or other natural light source might consume the oxygen in the chimney and then go out. Continue reading... Full patent description for Aqua lighting system Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Aqua lighting system patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. Each week you receive an email with patent applications related to your keywords. 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