Abstract: A cylindrical personal protection device is disclosed having an aerosol cylinder with a nozzle, a light and a removable safety cap. In an embodiment with dual cylinders, the cylinders contain a deterrent spray and a glowing liquid. A trigger proximate the cylinders expells the contents of the cylinders where they are mixed prior to explusion. A body section has a battery receiving area and an alarm. The electronics connect the battery receiving area, trigger, alarm and light. The electronics activates the light and alarm, in response to activation of the trigger, causing them to pulse simultaneously. The cylinders and the body portion are removably connected to one another. A safety lid prevents activation of the trigger.

Abstract: A whistling aerosol can for providing a remote indication that the can is being utilized to dispense its contents. The device includes a valve assembly disposed atop a can and being in communication with contents therein. The valve assembly includes a dispensing cap. The dispensing cap has an L-shaped dispensing channel therein. The dispensing channel has a vertical portion extending downwardly into communication with an internal dispensing tube of the can. The dispensing channel has a horizontal portion extending outwardly of the dispensing cap. The horizontal portion has a whistle positioned therein inwardly of an outlet end thereof.

Abstract: A personal security alarm device includes a flashlight having a main housing with a bulb and reflector, a battery compartment and an actuation switch. A sub-housing is pivotally mounted in an L-shaped cut out portion at the lower front end of the main housing. An audible alarm is mounted in the main housing and is energized by pulling a handle to extract a contact pin from the housing and close a pair of electrical contacts.

Abstract: A personal safety device including a handbag with pepper spray and air siren cannisters stored therein, a button on the handle of the handbag activating a switch to actuate the cannisters, the pepper spray being dispersed through a hole in the handle, the air siren being directed through a vent in the handbag, and including a safety lock in the handle to prevent accidental dispersion of the cannisters.

Abstract: A protective apparatus for walkers, hikers, and others incorporating a section containing a switchable combination alarm and incapacitating defensive fluid and incorporating a socket for attachment of a camera or lanyard, a storage section, a battery and electrical alarm section incorporating a socket for attachment of an optional walking stick and in a second variation a handle for use as part of a walking cane and in a third variation, an electrical prodding device in place of the storage section and contact points for the electrical prodding device extending from the battery and alarm section.

Abstract: A handheld device used by skaters and the like for warning pedestrian traffic comprises an air bladder attached to a strap that is secured to the palm of the hand in such a way that when the user simply squeezes the bladder firmly, a loud honking sound is emitted. The sound is created by air passing through a disk containing a small vibrating reed that is housed on the posterior side of the air bladder. Additionally, the handheld warning device may incorporate a palm protection pad to minimize injury to the hand in the event that the skater falls down.

Abstract: A hand-held personal defense apparatus for protecting a user against an attacker includes a hollow housing defining an elongate handgrip. An aerosol canister of a defense fluid, such as tear gas, MACE.RTM. or (cayenne) pepper gas, and a battery-powered siren are positioned within the housing. The apparatus further includes a strike bar connected to the housing and extending forwardly in spaced relation from the handgrip so that the hand of the user may surroundingly grip the handgrip with the strike bar exposed on the outside of the hand. The strike bar serves as a visible deterrent to an attacker may be used as a defensive weapon against the attacker. The apparatus further includes a movable actuator button for selectively activating the alarm or the alarm and the canister of defense fluid.

Abstract: A portable anti-burglar device with optional fluid dispensing, alarm and fingerprint retention features is disclosed which when activated by the opening of a door or window or other violation of a secured aperture a spring biased actuating member operates to discharge a pre-packaged tear gas or identification fluid or other liquid dispersing canister and simultaneously close an electrical switch which is in series with another switch which controls the optional operation of an audible alarm when the device is activated regardless of whether a pressurized canister is in place. The device is portable and is coated with a wax or tar which can preserve fingerprints that may be deposited on the device by an intruder's attempt to deactivate it. The device is fitted with moveable mounting brackets which allow for a variety of mounting situations and also with a tamper resistant locking mechanism.

Abstract: A self-defense device for use by a victim or intended victim of an attack or intended attack by an attacker and includes the use of an audible alarm and/or a disabling spray device which will discharge a disabling spray toward and onto the attacker. The audible alarm can be manually actuated by the victim or intended victim or automatically actuated if the self-defense device is pulled away from the victim by the attacker. The spray device is manually actuated. Automatic actuation of the audible alarm also disarms the spray device in response to the self-defense device being pulled away from the victim thereby preventing the attacker from using the disabling spray device to temporarily disable the victim.

Abstract: A protection apparatus aids a user of the apparatus in defending against an attacker and signals that the user is being attacked. The protection apparatus attaches a spray retardant and an alerting device to the user of the apparatus and includes a trigger mechanism that activates both the spray retardant and the alerting device substantially simultaneously. The trigger mechanism is capable of being activated by a single digit of a hand of the user.

Abstract: A hand held personal alarm incorporating a high intensity light and loud horn and further incorporating a plurality of switches that are located a distance apart that prevents their actuation by the digits of a single hand or by pressing the alarm against a single surface. The switches provide the only means of deactivating the alarm once activated. An alternative embodiment includes a timing circuit that prevents deactivation of the alarm for a set period after activation. Both schemes prevent easy deactivation of the alarm by an assailant, thereby providing more protection than with conventional hand held alarms.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a warning apparatus with respect to a ski-pole. The warning apparatus is comprised of a device for signaling that does not require the ski-pole to be seen in order for a signal provided by the signaling device to be noticed. The signaling device is in juxtaposition with the ski-pole. Additionally, the warning apparatus is comprised of a device for activating the signaling device. The activating device is in communication with the signaling device. In a preferred embodiment, the activating device includes a device for powering the signaling device and a device for actuating the powering device so the signaling device receives power to produce a signal.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a warning apparatus with respect to a bicycle. The warning apparatus is comprised of a device for signaling that does not require the bicycle to be seen in order for a signal provided by the signaling device to be noticed. The signaling device is in juxtaposition with the bicycle. Additionally, the warning apparatus is comprised of a device for activating the signaling device. The activating device is in communication with the signaling device. In a preferred embodiment, the activating device includes a device for powering the signaling device and a device for actuating the powering device so the signaling device receives power to produce a signal.

Abstract: A resonant tube having an inlet fitting at one end for connection to the regulator hose attached to an intermediate pressure port on the first stage of a scuba diver's regulator and containing therein a sound generator responsive to pressurized air for generating an audible sound to be propogated against the wall of such tube. The outlet from such tube includes a normally closed air valve which may be selectively depressed to release air from such resonator tube causing incoming air to flow through such generator to generate such audible sound. Frequencies generated are propogated to the surrounding water or air.

Abstract: A personal visual and audible alarm device for fires and other emergencies id disclosed. The device has an audio alarm in the form of a beeper and a visual alarm in the form of a plurality of streamers. An internal electrical power supply source is disposed in the housing of the device for continuously energizing the audio alarm. An on/off switch is secured to the housing of the device extending outwardly therefrom, providing manual access thereto. The on/off switch is electrically connected between the power supply source and the audio alarm. This on/off switch permits the audio alarm to be selectively, manually activated and deactivated. This device aids searchers in locating individuals who may be trapped in fires or other emergencies.

Abstract: A combined personal identification, sound producer, and repository device is of oblong hollow construction, including two chambers, one of which is formed as a whistle, and the other is provided with access through the body of the device for retaining coins or the like. The opening into the second chamber includes a door which can be selectively opened or latched closed.

Abstract: A portable pocket-size card holding device includes a holder capable of holding a plurality of cards. The holder comprises a pair of spaced floor and top members, laterally spaced side members extending between the floor and top members, and an end member extending between a first set of ends of the floor, top and side members so that the one end of the holder is closed off and its other end is open, with the members defining between them a cavity. Spaced channels are provided along the top and floor members. The channels are located inside the cavity and extend substantially parallel to one another, with the channels of the top member being aligned with those of the bottom members so that, in use, cards in the holder will extend substantially parallel to the side members. Each pair of channels in the top and floor members provides a card receiving zone capable of accommodating a single card.

Abstract: The sports practice glove is for use with a club, racket, bat or other item of sports equipment which has a handle to be gripped. The glove has a pressure operated switch on each finger and on the thumb of the glove and on the palm area of the glove. The switches which are rubber pad pressure operated switches of the normally closed kind are connected to a battery operated alarm circuit having an audible alarm. When in use and the glove is worn and a club properly gripped the switches are all held open. However if the club is improperly gripped the pressure on one or more switches will fall below a predetermined threshold a switch or switches will close and the alarm is actuated.

Abstract: A portable apparatus for use by a traveler whereby the traveler is able to protect himself from unauthorized entry through a preselected door and simultaneously protect himself from a fire occuring in the room where the portable apparatus is located.

Abstract: A door brace alarm apparatus for resisting movement of a door and for providing a sound alarm when such movement of the door is attempted. Two slideably connected shaft members are adjustable for angular placement between the door knob and the floor. A bifurcated yoke and a floor support retain the door brace alarm in position by contact with the door knob and floor. A pivotally mounted alarm housing connected to one of the shaft members houses an alarm retainer which provides for extension adjustment by threaded cooperation with a cavity in the alarm housing. The alarm retainer houses the sound generator and adjusts to position the sound generator in juxtaposition with the door so that it will emit an alarm sound upon impact by the door.

Abstract: A personal security device is disclosed which comprises a trigger actuated aerosol canister contained in a two-piece telescoping housing. The canister contains a pressurized offensive odor containing gas such as mercaptoethanol which, when ejected from the canister, emits a loud shrieking noise. Additionally, the gas may, as an additional additive, contain a suspension of fine solid or liquid particles of paint or stain so that the device when actuated, discourages a potential rapist or attacker with offensive odor and noise and also identifies him with a stain. In one preferred embodiment, the telescoping housing also includes a flash-type light which is actuated by the same triggers which actuate the canister. The telescoping housing has a key ring attached at one end and may also have a mechanical whistle at the other end.

Abstract: An accessory case including a generally rectangular, box-like container having a hinged cover for mounting on the arm rest of a wheel chair. The case has a bottom wall having a forward position generally parallel to the cover, a rear portion which is canted or angled rearwardly and upwardly toward the cover generally. The case is mounted on the wheel chair with said cover approximately at the level of the arm rest, and with said canted portion of the bottom wall spaced from the wheel chair drive ring leaving same free to be manipulated. Structure is provided on the cover for signalling a distress signal and which is situated for convenient opening of the cover by a wheel chair occupant. An interior partition arrangement for the case within convenient reach of the chair occupant is provided.

Abstract: This invention is a combination smoke and fire detection and alarm system that comprises a battery powered personal unit and an AC/DC sustaining unit. It provides audible and visual alarms and an emergency light. The personal unit plugs into the sustaining unit for battery charge and provides an additional smoke and fire detector when used in this mode.

Abstract: A distress and emergency signaling device which takes the form of a base member attached to a conventional photographic flash cube. The flash cube is of the type that does not require any electrical energy from an outside source. A base is attached to the flash cube. Within each base are a plurality of manually movable members with there being a separate member for each flash bulb of the flash cube. Operation of a movable member causes release and movement of a wire to strike a metallic rod connected to a particular flash bulb of the flash cube which causes flashing of the bulb.

Abstract: A sound-producing device, for use with a pressurized fluid container, includes a body having an orifice surrounded by an annular seat, a cap facing the seat, and a diaphragm held taut over the seat, the margin of the diaphragm being tightly gripped between the body and cap. The body and cap are locked together within a housing, the housing also serving to mount the sound-producing device on a pressurized fluid container. The body and cap present annular beads of different diameters for deforming and tightly holding the margin of the diaphragm. A flexible strip permanently connects the body and cap. The parts are assembled by aligning, in side-by-side relation, a plurality of members, each comprising a body, a cap, and a connecting strap, and applying a length of adhesive-bearing flexible tape to the plurality of members, the tape adhering to one of the body and cap, preferably the cap, of each member.

Abstract: A portable defense device combining a flashlight with a renewable, interchangeable cylinder containing compressed gas which may be used to generate a noise, to disperse dye and/or an odoriferous spray. The compressed gas may be stored in a canister which may take the form of a spray can having the typical articulated dispensing nozzle which is then received in an articulated throat assembly displaced to release the contents by a pivoted trigger engaging a pivoted arm assembly. In the normal state the trigger is aligned over the exit opening of the throat, thus protecting the dispensing nozzle from inadvertent release, and when released the trigger aligns to engage the arm.

Abstract: A theft alarm device adapted to be utilized between a lady's purse and the strap associated therewith, and constructed of a housing means including a whistle forming a part thereof, with an aerosol container having a valve at one end thereof and mounted within the housing means in alignment with the whistle such that when the container is opened the pressurized gas released therefrom will activate the whistle to produce an audible alarm sound therefrom. Coupling means is associated with each end of the housing means for securing same between the strap and the lady's purse, with activating means operatively associated with the coupling means and the container so as to obtain a release of the valve such that the gas activates the whistle to produce the audible sound when a predetermined force is applied to the lady's purse. Accordingly, a sudden pull or jerking force exerted on the purse or handle will cause the alarm to be actuated.