Improved decoration device with flickering function

Abstract

The invention provides a flasher system. The flasher system includes an adapter and a switcher in communication with the adapter. In addition, the flasher system includes a controller in communication with the switcher. Further, the flash light system includes a string of LED devices in communication with the controller, the string of LED devices including at least one flash LED device. In accordance with the flicker light system, the controller is configured to cause the at least one flicker LED device to emit light with a flicker effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to decorative devices, namely providing improved lighting for decorative devices with a flashing function. Background Art

[0002] Decorative fixtures can take many different forms, including live trees, artificial trees, garlands, wreaths, ornaments, treetops, and other lighted decorative items. Many types of lamps and light strings are used to decorate these items, including incandescent lamps, fiber optic lamps, and light-emitting diode (LED) lamps and light strings. Depending on the decorative lighting system, it may be desirable to provide a unique aesthetic for one or more decorative fixtures. Therefore, there is a need for a decorative lighting system that creates a unique and attractive aesthetic. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a flashing light system. The flashing light system includes an adapter and a switch in communication with the adapter. Furthermore, the flashing light system includes a controller in communication with the switch. Furthermore, the flashing light system includes an LED device string in communication with the controller, the LED device string including at least one flashing LED device. According to the flashing light system, the controller is configured to cause the at least one flashing LED device to emit light with a flashing effect.

[0004] It is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the disclosed embodiments. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0005] The various aspects of the present disclosure are best understood by the following detailed description when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that, in accordance with standard practice, the various features are not drawn to scale. In fact, the dimensions of the various features may be arbitrarily increased or decreased for clarity of discussion.

[0006] Figure 1 A flashing light system 100 is shown, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0007] Figure 2 A flashing LED device 105A is shown according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0008] Figure 3 A flashing LED device 105B is shown according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0009] Figure 4 A flashing light system 100 is shown, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0010] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the controller 415 of the flashing light system 100 according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0011] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0012] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of components of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0013] Figure 8 FIG. 7 is a schematic diagram of the digital logic processor 720 of the flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0014] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of a power supply 715 of the flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] Figure 10 is a schematic diagram of wireless control 705 of the flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] Figure 11 is a schematic diagram of a full-wave circuit channel 1100 of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] Figure 12 is a schematic diagram of the digital logic processor 1205 of the flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] Figure 13 is a schematic diagram of wireless control 1305 of the flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] Figure 14 is a schematic diagram of a power supply 1405 of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] Figure 15 is a schematic diagram of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] Figure 16 is a schematic diagram of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] Figure 17 is a schematic diagram of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The following disclosure provides many different exemplary embodiments or examples for implementing different features of the subject matter provided. Specific simplified examples of components and arrangements are described below to explain the present disclosure. Of course, these are merely examples and not limitations. For example, forming a first feature on a second feature described below may include an embodiment in which the first feature and the second feature are directly in contact with each other, and may also include an embodiment in which an additional feature may be formed between the first feature and the second feature so that the first feature and the second feature may not be in direct contact with each other. In addition, the present disclosure may repeat reference numbers and / or letters in various examples. For the sake of brevity and clarity, this repetition itself does not indicate the relationship between the various embodiments and / or configurations discussed.

[0024] The terms used herein generally have their ordinary meanings in the art and in the specific context in which each term is used. The use of examples herein (including examples of any term discussed herein) is illustrative only and in no way limits the scope and meaning of the present disclosure or any exemplary term. Similarly, the present disclosure is not limited to the various embodiments given herein.

[0025] Although the terms "first," "second," etc. may be used herein to describe various elements, these elements should not be limited by these terms. These terms are used to distinguish one element from another. For example, a first element could be referred to as a second element, and similarly, a second element could be referred to as a first element without departing from the scope of the embodiments. As used herein, the term "and / or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0026] Further, for ease of description, spatially relative terms such as "below," "beneath," "beneath," "above," and the like may be used herein to describe the relationship of one element or feature to another element or feature, as shown in the figures. Spatially relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations of the device in use or operation as well as the orientation depicted in the figures. The device may be otherwise oriented (rotated 90 degrees or at other orientations), and the spatially relative descriptors used herein should be interpreted accordingly.

[0027] In this document, the term “coupled” may also be referred to as “electrically coupled”, and the term “connected” may be referred to as “electrically connected.” “Coupled” and “connected” may also be used to indicate that two or more elements cooperate or interact with each other.

[0028] Examples of the present disclosure relate to various decorative devices, including decorative living things and artificial trees, such as Christmas trees, palm trees, Valentine's Day trees, Easter trees, Halloween trees and trees used for other holidays, celebrations and events. In addition, examples of decorative devices described in the present disclosure include garlands, wreaths and ornaments, tree tops and other decorative items. Although preferred examples of the disclosed technology are explained in detail, it should be understood that other examples are also contemplated. Therefore, the scope of the disclosed technology is not limited to the details of the construction and arrangement of the components described below or shown in the accompanying drawings. The disclosed technology can be practiced or executed in other examples and in various ways. In addition, when describing the preferred examples, specific terms will be used for the sake of clarity. It is intended that each term is considered to have its broadest meaning as understood by those skilled in the art and includes all technical equivalents that operate in a similar manner to achieve similar purposes.

[0029] The present disclosure relates to improved decorative devices with a twinkling function. One advantage of decorative devices with a twinkling light function is a unique and distinctive aesthetic. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the twinkling effect presented by the decorative device appears to an observer like stars shining and shimmering in the night sky. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that according to embodiments of the present disclosure, when one or more light sources of the decorative device present a twinkling effect (e.g., twinkling stars) and other light sources of the decorative device present a steady glow, a unique and attractive decorative device can be provided.

[0030] See also Figure 1 , which shows a flashing light system 100 according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The flashing light system 100 is capable of displaying light from one or more flashing LED devices 105 that provide a flashing effect. Those skilled in the art will appreciate the unique and attractive aesthetic that a light string having one or more flashing LED devices that provide a flashing effect can present. According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the flashing light system 100 can be used for decorative objects in Christmas decorations, Easter decorations, Halloween decorations, New Year decorations, July 4th decorations, and / or decorations for all types of holidays, seasons, events, and settings. In addition, the flashing LED devices 105 according to embodiments of the present disclosure can be implemented on artificial Christmas trees, wreaths / garlands, small / secondary trees, tree tops, Christmas train sets, nativity scenes (also known as manger scenes, Christmas mangers), monitors or displays, speakers, fragrance devices, and other decorative objects. As Figure 1As shown in the embodiments of the present disclosure, the flashing light system 100 may include one or more assembled flashing LED devices 105A and one or more packaged flashing LED devices 105B. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the flashing light system 100 may include non-flashing LED devices and flashing LED devices 105, such as the assembled flashing LED devices 105A and the packaged flashing LED devices 105B. For these embodiments, only certain LED devices of the flashing light system 100 provide lighting with a flashing effect, and the remaining LED devices provide lighting with a conventional lighting effect. Those skilled in the art will understand that the mixed configuration of non-flashing LED devices and flashing LED devices 105 on the flashing light system 100 can provide the unique aesthetic of a steady glow of light from the non-flashing LED devices, and at the same time, a unique flashing lighting effect from the flashing LED devices. For example, in Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, the flashing light system 100 includes one flashing LED device for every eight non-flashing LED devices. In other embodiments, the ratio of non-flashing LED devices to flashing LED devices 105 on the flashing light system 100 ranges from 15% to 50%. In alternative embodiments, most or even all of the LED devices of the flashing light system 100 are flashing LED devices 105, which provide a glow with a flashing effect. Those skilled in the art will recognize that, depending on the desired glow aesthetic, in some embodiments of the present disclosure, a designer can select the ratio of non-flashing LED devices to flashing LED devices 105 on the flashing light system 100. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will recognize that, in some embodiments, a user can configure the ratio of non-flashing LED devices to flashing LED devices 105 on the flashing light system 100 by either adding more flashing LED devices 105 to the flashing light system 100 or adding more non-flashing LED devices.

[0031] See also Figure 2 , which shows a flashing LED device 105A according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 2 The embodiment of the flashing LED device 105A shown is an assembled flashing LED device. Figure 2 As shown, the flashing LED device 105A may include a lamp cover 205 and an LED 210. The LED 210 may be configured to be inserted into a lamp head 215, and the lamp cover 205 may be placed on the LED 210, which may then be inserted into a lamp holder 220. Figure 2In the embodiment shown, the lamp holder 220 can be placed in communication with the terminal 225, which can be in electrical communication with the wire 230. These mechanical and electrical connections enable the assembled flashing LED device 105A to emit light. As described above, in some embodiments according to the present disclosure, the assembled flashing LED device 105A can be configured with a desired ratio of up to 100% with non-flashing LED devices in the flashing light system 100.

[0032] See also Figure 3 , which shows a flashing LED device 105B according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 3 The embodiment of the flashing LED device 105B shown is a wrap-around flashing LED device. Figure 3 As shown, the flashing LED device 105A may include a PVC heat shrink tubing 305 and an LED 310. The LED 310 may be configured to be at least partially surrounded by an insulator 320 such that the position of the insulator 320 may mitigate short circuits between solder joints 315. Figure 3 In the embodiment shown, the LED 310 can be placed in electrical communication with the wire 325 via the solder joint 315. These mechanical and electrical connections enable the package-type flashing LED device 105B to emit light. As described above, in some embodiments according to the present disclosure, the package-type flashing LED device 105B can be configured with a desired ratio of up to 100% with non-flashing LED devices in the flashing light system 100.

[0033] See also Figure 4 , which shows a flashing light system 100 according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 4As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the flashing light system 100 may include an adapter 405, a switch 410, and a controller 415. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the flashing light system 100 includes a string of LED devices 420. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the adapter 404 is configured to provide a stable voltage source to the flashing light system 100. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the switch 410 is configured to oscillate power on and off to the controller 415 of the flashing light system 100. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the controller 415 is a microcontroller or a digital control integrated circuit that controls the output to the string of LED devices 420. In some embodiments, the string of LED devices 420 may include one or more flashing LED devices 105 and one or more non-blinking LED devices. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the adapter 405, the switch 410, and the controller 415 enable a user to control the luminous intensity of the LED devices on the string of LED devices 420 via pulse wave modulation (PWM). For example, the light intensity can be set by controlling the PWM duty cycle of the signal to the LED devices on the LED device string 420, thereby turning the LED devices on the LED device string 420 on and off at a speed that is imperceptible to the human eye. For example, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, certain LED devices of the LED string 420 can be dimmed by reducing the PWM duty cycle, or brightened by increasing the PWM duty cycle. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the flashing light system 100 is capable of enabling PWM power control in a single signal output. Those skilled in the art will understand that for alternative embodiments, other methods of controlling the intensity of certain LED devices of the LED device string 420 are available, such as constant current reduction (CCR). As Figure 4 In the illustrated embodiment, the controller 415 may have one output port to the LED device string 420 , including two channels 430 and 435 .

[0034] Figure 4 The embodiment of the flashing light system 100 shown can be configured with an LED device string 420 having LED devices with bi-color LEDs. Figure 4 The embodiment of the flashing light system 100 shown enables the flashing LED device 105 on the LED device string 420 to achieve a flashing effect with two colors of LEDs. In some embodiments, the flashing LED device 105 on the LED device string 420 can provide warm white or true multi-color. In addition, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the LED devices on the LED device string 420 can provide the following light effects: (1) warm white or multi-color steady glow, (2) warm white or multi-color steady glow with the flashing LED device 105 providing a flashing effect, (3) warm white or multi-color fading glow, (4) warm white or multi-color alternating glow, or (5) warm white or multi-color alternating glow.

[0035] like Figure 4As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the flashing light system 100 may further include a remote control 425. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the remote control 425 enables a user to control the operation of the flashing light system 100. For example, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, a user may use the remote control 425 to turn on the flashing light system 100 or switch between the desired lighting effects described above.

[0036] Figure 5 FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram of the controller 415 of the flashing light system 100 according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 5 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the controller 415 may include a radio frequency signal receiving device 505. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the radio frequency signal receiving device 505 of the controller 415 may be configured to receive commands from an external device (eg, remote control 425). Figure 5 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the controller 415 may include a 5V DC step-down circuit 510 that can receive different power inputs and output a stable 5V output for use by the controller 415. Figure 5 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the controller 415 may include a main control chip circuit 515. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the main control chip circuit 515 may control the operation of the flashing light system 100 according to user commands or instructions. For example, the main control chip circuit 515 may control the operation of the flashing LED device 105 on the LED device string 420 of the flashing light system 100. Figure 5 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the controller 415 may include an H-bridge circuit output 520 configured to provide an output to the LED device string 420 of the flashing light system 100. Figure 5 As shown, the H-bridge circuit output 520 may include a warm white LED output and a colored light LED output. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the H-bridge circuit output 520 enables the main control chip circuit 515 to change the polarity of the power provided to the LED device string 420. Therefore, in some embodiments, the controller 415 can provide a full-wave circuit that enables the LED devices of the LED device string 420 to emit light in a first color during the positive wave output by the H-bridge circuit output 520 to the LED device string 420, and to emit light in a second color during the negative wave output by the H-bridge circuit output 520 to the LED device string 420.

[0037] Figure 6 FIG is a schematic diagram of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 6As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the flashing light system 100 may include an adapter 605, a switch 610, and a controller 615. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the flashing light system 100 communicates with LED device strings 620, 625, and 630. In some embodiments, the LED device strings 620, 625, and 630 may include one or more flashing LED devices 105 and one or more non-blinking LED devices. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the adapter 605, switch 610, and controller 615 enable a user to control the luminous intensity of the LED devices on the LED device strings 620, 625, and 630 via pulse wave modulation (PWM). For example, the light intensity can be set by controlling the PWM duty cycle of the signal to the LED devices on the LED device strings 620, 625, and 630, thereby turning the LED devices on and off at a speed that is imperceptible to the human eye. For example, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, certain LED devices on LED device strings 620, 625, and 630 can be dimmed by reducing the PWM duty cycle, or brightened by increasing the PWM duty cycle. Figure 6 As shown, the flashing light system 100 can enable PWM power control in three signal outputs. Figure 6 In the illustrated embodiment, the controller 615 may have three output ports to the LED device strings 620 , 625 , and 630 , including six channels with full-wave output.

[0038] Figure 6 The embodiment of the flashing light system 100 shown can be configured with LED device strings 620, 625, and 630 having bi-color LEDs. Figure 6 The embodiment of the flashing light system 100 shown enables the flashing LED devices 105 on the LED device strings 620, 625, and 630 to achieve a flashing effect with two colors of LEDs. In some embodiments, the flashing LED devices 105 on the LED device strings 620, 625, and 630 can provide warm white or true multi-color. In addition, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the LED devices on the LED device strings 620, 625, and 630 can provide the following light effects: (1) warm white or multi-color steady glow, (2) warm white or multi-color steady glow with the flashing LED devices 105 providing a flashing effect, (3) warm white or multi-color fading glow, (4) warm white or multi-color alternating glow, (5) warm white or multi-color alternating conversion glow, (6) warm white or multi-color chasing glow, (7) warm white or multi-color collision glow, or (8) warm white or multi-color alternating superimposed glow.

[0039] like Figure 6As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the flashing light system 100 may further include a remote control 635. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the remote control 635 enables a user to control the operation of the flashing light system 100. For example, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, a user may use the remote control 635 to turn on the flashing light system 100 or switch between the desired lighting effects described above.

[0040] Figure 7 FIG is a schematic diagram of components of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 7 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the flashing light system 100 may include a wireless control device 705 and a user key input device 710. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the wireless control device 705 and the user key input device 710 of the controller 615 may be configured to receive commands or instructions. Figure 6 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the flashing light system 100 may include a power supply 715 that can receive different power inputs and output a stable output for use by the flashing light system 100. Figure 5 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the flashing light system 100 may include a digital logic processor 720. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, the digital logic processor 720 may control the operation of the flashing light system 100 according to instructions or user commands. For example, the digital logic processor 720 may control the operation of the flashing LED device 105 on the LED device string of the flashing light system 100. Figure 7 As shown in the illustrated embodiment, the digital logic processor 720 can provide outputs for six full-wave circuit channels to control the LED device string. Therefore, in some embodiments, the flashing light system 100 can provide a full-wave circuit that can output a positive wave to the LED device string to cause the LED devices in the LED device string to emit light in a first color, and output a negative wave to the LED device string to cause the LED devices in the LED device string to emit light in a second color.

[0041] Figure 8 FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of the digital logic processor 720 of the flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 8 As shown, the digital logic processor 720 may receive inputs and provide outputs to control the flashing light system 100 .

[0042] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of a power supply 715 of a flash light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 9 As shown, power supply 715 ensures a stable voltage source is provided to flashing light system 100 .

[0043] Figure 10is a schematic diagram of wireless control 705 of the flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, such as Figure 10 As shown, wireless control 705 can send user commands to the flashing light system 100.

[0044] Figure 11 is a schematic diagram of a full-wave circuit channel 1100 of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, such as Figure 10 As shown, the full-wave circuit path 1100 of the flashing light system 100 can be configured to have a positive input 1105 to the full-wave circuit path 1100 of the flashing light system 100. In some embodiments, the full-wave circuit path 1100 can be controlled to be a positive input when the positive input 1105 to the full-wave circuit path 1100 is valid. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, Figure 10 As shown, the full-wave circuit path 1100 of the flashing light system 100 can be configured to have a negative input 1110 to the full-wave circuit path of the flashing light system 100. In some embodiments, the full-wave circuit path 1100 can be controlled to be a negative input when the negative input 1110 to the full-wave circuit path 1100 is active. Figure 11 As shown in the embodiment of FIG. 1 , the full-wave circuit channel 1100 may include full-wave switches 1115, 1120, 1125, and 1130. Figure 11 In the depicted embodiment, when the full-wave control command is positive, full-wave switches 1115 and 1130 are activated. Figure 11 In the depicted embodiment, full-wave switches 1120 and 1125 are activated when the full-wave control command is negative. Figure 11 In the illustrated embodiment, the full-wave circuit channel 1100 provides an output 1135 that is capable of performing a corresponding polarity switch based on received instructions.

[0045] Figure 12 FIG is a schematic diagram of the digital logic processor 1205 of the flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 12 As shown, the digital logic processor 1205 can receive inputs and provide outputs to control the flashing light system 100 .

[0046] Figure 13 is a schematic diagram of wireless control 1305 of the flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, such as Figure 13 As shown, wireless control 1305 can send user commands to the flashing light system 100.

[0047] Figure 14 is a schematic diagram of a power supply 1405 of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, such as Figure 14As shown, the power supply 1405 can ensure that a stable voltage source is provided to the flashing light system 100 .

[0048] Figure 15 is a schematic diagram of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, such as Figure 15 As shown, the flashing light system 100 can provide a full-wave three-wire common-pole output 1505 and a full-wave three-wire common-pole output 1510. In addition, the flashing light system 100 can provide a full-wave output 1515.

[0049] Figure 16 is a schematic diagram of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, such as Figure 16 As shown, the flashing light system 100 can provide a full-wave three-wire common-pole output 1605 and a full-wave three-wire common-pole output 1610. In addition, the flashing light system 100 can provide a full-wave output 1615.

[0050] Figure 17 is a schematic diagram of a flashing light system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. According to some embodiments of the present disclosure, such as Figure 17 As shown, the flashing light system 100 can provide a full-wave three-wire common pole output 1705 and a full-wave three-wire common pole output 1710. In addition, the flashing light system 100 can provide a full-wave output 1715.

[0051] The embodiments may also be described in the following terms: Clause 1. A flashing light system comprising: adapter; a switch in communication with the adapter; a controller in communication with the switch; and an LED device string in communication with the controller, the LED device string including at least one flashing LED device, Wherein, the controller is configured to cause the at least one flashing LED device to emit light with a flashing effect. Clause 2. The flashing light system according to clause 1, wherein the flashing effect is achieved by pulse wave modulation technology. Clause 3. The flashing light system of clause 2, wherein a duty cycle of the pulse wave modulation technique can be modified to adjust the flashing effect. Clause 4. The flashing light system of Clause 1, wherein the at least one flashing LED device is a bi-color LED. Clause 5. The flashing light system of clause 4, wherein the controller is capable of causing the at least one flashing LED device to emit light in a first color in response to a positive wave output, and is capable of causing the at least one flashing LED device to emit light in a second color in response to a negative wave output. Clause 6. The flashing light system of Clause 1, wherein the string of LED devices further comprises at least one non-flashing LED device. Clause 7. The flashing light system of clause 6, wherein the non-flashing LED devices and the flashing LED devices on the LED device string are capable of emitting light simultaneously, the non-flashing LED devices emitting light with a steady glow and the flashing LED devices emitting light with a flashing effect. Clause 8. The flashing light system of Clause 6, wherein the LED device string has a plurality of non-flashing LED devices and a plurality of flashing LED devices. Clause 9. The flashing light system of clause 8, wherein a ratio of the plurality of non-flashing LED devices to the plurality of flashing LED devices is user configurable. Clause 10. A decoration system comprising: decorative objects; adapter; a switch in communication with the adapter; a controller in communication with the switch; and an LED device string disposed on the decorative object and in communication with the controller, the LED device string including at least one flashing LED device, Wherein, the controller is configured to cause the at least one flashing LED device to emit light with a flashing effect. Clause 11. The decorating system of clause 10, wherein the decorative object is an artificial Christmas tree, a wreath, a garland chain, a tree topper, a holiday ornament, or decorative leaves. Clause 12. The decoration system according to clause 10, wherein the flickering effect is achieved by pulse wave modulation technology. Clause 13. The decorating system of Clause 10, wherein the at least one flashing LED device is a bi-color LED. Clause 14. The decorating system of clause 13, wherein a duty cycle of the pulse wave modulation technique is modifiable by a user. Clause 15. The decoration system of clause 14, wherein the controller is capable of causing the at least one flashing LED device to emit light in a first color in response to a positive wave output, and is capable of causing the at least one flashing LED device to emit light in a second color in response to a negative wave output. Clause 16. The decorating system of Clause 10, wherein the LED device string further comprises at least one non-flickering LED device. Clause 17. The decorating system of clause 16, wherein the non-flashing LED devices and the flashing LED devices on the LED device string are capable of emitting light simultaneously, the non-flashing LED devices emitting light with a steady glow and the flashing LED devices emitting light with a flashing effect. Clause 18. The decorating system of Clause 16, wherein the LED device string has a plurality of non-flashing LED devices and a plurality of flashing LED devices. Clause 19. The decoration system of Clause 18, wherein a ratio of the plurality of non-flashing LED devices to the plurality of flashing LED devices is user configurable. Clause 20. An LED device string comprising: adapter; a switch in communication with the adapter; a controller in communication with the switch; and at least one flashing LED device in communication with said controller, Wherein, the controller is configured to cause the at least one flashing LED device to emit light with a flashing effect.

[0052] The features of several embodiments of the present disclosure are summarized above so that those skilled in the art can better understand the various aspects of the present disclosure. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that they can easily use the present disclosure as a basis for designing or modifying other processes and structures for performing the same purpose and / or achieving the same advantages of the embodiments described herein. Those skilled in the art will also appreciate that such equivalent structures do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure, and that they can undergo various changes, substitutions, and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure.

Claims

1. A flashing light system comprising: adapter; a switch in communication with the adapter; a controller in communication with the switch; as well as an LED device string in communication with the controller, the LED device string including at least one flashing LED device, Wherein, the controller is configured to cause the at least one flashing LED device to emit light with a flashing effect.

2. The flashing light system according to claim 1, wherein: The flickering effect is achieved by pulse wave modulation technology.

3. The flashing light system according to claim 2, wherein: The duty cycle of the pulse wave modulation technique can be modified to adjust the flickering effect.

4. The flashing light system according to claim 1, wherein: The at least one flashing LED device is a bi-color LED.

5. The flashing light system according to claim 4, wherein: The controller is capable of causing the at least one flashing LED device to emit light in a first color in response to a positive wave output, and is capable of causing the at least one flashing LED device to emit light in a second color in response to a negative wave output.

6. The flashing light system according to claim 1, wherein: The LED device string also includes at least one non-flashing LED device.

7. The flashing light system according to claim 6, wherein: The non-flashing LED devices and the flashing LED devices on the LED device string are capable of emitting light simultaneously, with the non-flashing LEDs emitting light with a steady glow and the flashing LED devices emitting light with a flashing effect.

8. The flashing light system according to claim 6, wherein: The LED device string has a plurality of non-flashing LED devices and a plurality of flashing LED devices.

9. The flashing light system according to claim 8, wherein: The ratio of the plurality of non-blinking LED devices to the plurality of blinking LED devices can be configured by a user.

10. A decoration system comprising: Decorative objects; adapter; a switch in communication with the adapter; a controller in communication with the switch; as well as an LED device string disposed on the decorative object and in communication with the controller, the LED device string including at least one flashing LED device, Wherein, the controller is configured to cause the at least one flashing LED device to emit light with a flashing effect.

11. The decoration system according to claim 10, characterized in that The decorative object is an artificial Christmas tree, a wreath, a wreath chain, a tree top, a holiday floral ornament, or a decorative leaf.

12. The decoration system according to claim 10, characterized in that The flickering effect is achieved by pulse wave modulation technology.

13. The decoration system according to claim 10, characterized in that The at least one flashing LED device is a bi-color LED.

14. The decoration system according to claim 13, characterized in that The duty cycle of the pulse wave modulation technique can be modified by the user.

15. The decoration system according to claim 14, characterized in that The controller is capable of causing the at least one flashing LED device to emit light in a first color in response to a positive wave output, and is capable of causing the at least one flashing LED device to emit light in a second color in response to a negative wave output.

16. The decoration system according to claim 10, characterized in that The LED device string also includes at least one non-flashing LED device.

17. The decoration system according to claim 16, characterized in that The non-flashing LED devices and the flashing LED devices on the LED device string are capable of emitting light simultaneously, with the non-flashing LEDs emitting light with a steady glow and the flashing LED devices emitting light with a flashing effect.

18. The decoration system according to claim 16, characterized in that The LED device string has a plurality of non-flashing LED devices and a plurality of flashing LED devices.

19. The decoration system according to claim 18, characterized in that The ratio of the plurality of non-blinking LED devices to the plurality of blinking LED devices can be configured by a user.

20. An LED device string comprising: adapter; a switch in communication with the adapter; a controller in communication with the switch; as well as at least one flashing LED device in communication with said controller, Wherein, the controller is configured to cause the at least one flashing LED device to emit light with a flashing effect.

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