US 4,052,607 A · Versatile light diffuser

Abstract

A uniquely configured and constructed light diffuser device which is versatile in the sense that it is easily associated with various light sources ubiquitously found in the photographic field wherein the diffuser has a myriad of light diffusing and reflecting capabilities because of the ability to diffuse or reflect light selectively. The device is easily handled and positionable into an erect or collapsed position for ease of transport and association with a light source. The device utilizes diffusing segments or panels which are alterable independent of each other in order to vary lighting patterns associated with photographic objects. The device is lightweight and collapsible for ease of asportation and finds unique applicability in the photography field wherein it is desired to achieve and attain various lighting characteristics.

Claims45

Dependent claims

In a light diffuser and light director, the combination comprising:

a first frame support member adapted for association with a photographic light source;
a second frame support member spaced from said first frame support member and comprising a plurality of collapsible rays extending from a central hub means for movement into a collapsed position and erect position;
a light diffusing and directing member defining one or more light diffusing and directing segments, detachably supported from and forming at least a front wall and at least one sidewall between said first and second frame support members;
the termini of said plurality of rays opposite said hub means being adapted to receive the front wall forming segment of said light diffusing and directing member outwardly from a light source with which said light diffuser and director is adapted to be associated.

1 more element

Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.

Versatile light diffuser

Life of this patent

Versatile light diffuser

Life of this patent

Abstract

Claims45