Illuminated display system

Abstract

Illuminated display solutions for structures, such as tables and vending machines, are described. In one embodiment, an EL lamp is positioned beneath a light-transmissive table panel such that the lamp may be viewed within a viewing area of a table. Alternatively, the panel can be removed and replaced with an integrated table panel formed of an electrolumienscent lamp and surface framing surrounding the panel. In accordance with one embodiment, the table panel is rotatably connected to an underlying structure. The underlying structure is configured to support an EL lamp thereon such that the table panel can be rotated to overlie the EL lamp. The EL lamp is then viewed through the light-transmissive viewing area of the table panel. Optionally, a table base, such as a pedestal or table legs, may be mounted below the underlying structure to support the entire system. In another embodiment, an electroluminescent lamp is positioned at a reserved area of a panel of a vending machine. The EL lamp can be coupled to the outside surface of the vending machine with a framing system sized to fit over the reserved area, or alternatively, affixed to the inside surface of the vending machine front panel whereby the EL lamp would be viewed through a viewing area that is light-transmissive.

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