Abstract: The invention generally relates to an illuminated sports system. In certain embodiments, the system includes a device configured to be worn by a user that includes a first portion having a first illumination source and a second portion having first control circuitry configured to at least transmit or receive data associated with the device. The system also includes a movable piece of sports equipment including a second illumination source and second control circuitry configured to at least transmit or receive data associated with the movable piece of sports equipment. At least one of the first and second control circuitries is configured to sense when the user possesses the movable piece of sports equipment and modify an emission of at least one of the first and second illumination sources based on the user possessing the movable piece of sports equipment.

Abstract: A foaming shoe with built-in luminous component can include a luminous component embedded in a shoe body. A groove may be arranged on the shoe body. A luminous embedment groove is arranged on the shoe body along any one or more parts, i.e. the vamp, the cylinder and the side edge of the bottom, the luminous component comprises a luminous controller and a plurality of luminous bodies electrically connected with the luminous controller via an electric wire, the luminous controller is embedded in the accommodating groove, the plurality of luminous bodies are embedded in the luminous embedment groove on the shoe body, a packaging cover is arranged, in a covering manner, on the bottom in correspondence to the accommodating groove, a light-permeable cover is arranged, in a covering manner, on the shoe body in correspondence to the luminous embedment groove, and the plurality of luminous bodies are connected.

Abstract: A light and associated mounting body is disclosed which is suitable for mounting on straps of different widths. In a particular embodiment the body can be mounted to the strap, for example a collar or the like, without removing the collar from the object it is attached to.

Abstract: A method for producing electroluminescent textiles and to electroluminescent textiles produced accordingly is provided. A layer arrangement (10) of an electroluminescent textile comprises a textile substrate (1), a protective layer (2), a first transparent conductive layer or front electrode (3), a light-emitting layer (4), a dielectric layer (5), a second conductive layer or back electrode (6), a conductive rail (7), and a cover layer (8). As associated method is further provided.

Abstract: A pair of goggles that includes lighting, which produce patterns of illumination across the surface of the goggles that contains said lighting.

Abstract: Articles of footwear and footwear systems include modules, e.g., for sensing physical and/or physiological characteristics associated with use of the footwear or for performing other functions. Such systems and methods may use physical or other interaction(s) between the module and the article of footwear for activating and/or deactivating the module and/or sensing devices included with the module, for confirming whether the module and footwear are authorized for use with one another, and/or for automatic data algorithm selection methods. Additionally, such systems and methods also may use the activation and/or authentication systems for the module for data input to the module. Some examples of such systems and methods may utilize magnets and magnetic sensing systems and/or light (or other radiation) sources and sensing systems for activation, authentication, data input, and/or algorithm selection.

Abstract: An illumination assembly structured to be supported on an individual, including a garment worn by the individual, having a base connectable to the garment and an adjustment assembly connected to the base. An illumination source is connected to the adjustment assembly and moveable therewith relative to the base. The adjustment assembly is disposed in movable interconnecting relation between the illumination source and the base and is cooperatively structured therewith to facilitate adjustable, multi-directional movement and multi-positional placement of the illumination source on the base. The base may be removably connected to a mounting structure connected to the garment, wherein the mounting structure is dimensioned and configured to be unobtrusive when not connected to the base and disposed in underlying relation to an over garment.

Abstract: In another implementation, a signaling apparatus includes a glove that is configured to be worn on a hand of a user; a first light source that extends along and is affixed to at least a portion of a lateral side of the glove, the lateral side of the glove corresponding to a lateral side of the user's hand that includes, at least, the user's fifth digit, fifth metacarpal, and ulna bone; and a second light source that extends along and is affixed to at least a portion of a medial side of the glove, the medial side of the glove corresponding to a medial side of the user's hand that includes, at least, the user's radial bone and one or more of: (i) the user's first metacarpal and first digit, and (ii) the user's second metacarpal and second digit.

Abstract: A medical light-source device for securing a long illumination time required for operations in the medical field, has an LED illumination section including an LED element; a holder to put the LED illumination section on a head of the operator; a battery power supply section that supplies power to the LED illumination section; a charger having an AC adaptor capable of being connected to a commercial power supply for charging the battery power supply section; and a battery holding belt to put the battery power supply section and the charger on the body of the operator. The battery holding belt has a switch section to switch on/off the LED illumination section and to adjust intensity of illumination of the LED element; and a control section to control a constant current, which is associated with the intensity of illumination, supplied to the LED illumination section.

Abstract: Eyeglasses include a front with a pair of lenses and a first arm and a second arm, which are articulated to sides of the front via respective hinges and are able to turn between an extended position and a folded position where they are set the first behind and the second in front of the front. A hinge for articulation of the second arm is connected to the front in such a way that it can turn through 180° about an axis orthogonal to an axis of the hinge. The arms may moreover incorporate a front lighting system and/or a voice-recognition sensor.

Abstract: A display apparatus for lighted footwear, having a spring switch, a battery-powered integrated circuit sealingly encapsulated, a plurality of illuminators, and a wiring harness connecting the illuminators to points of the integrated circuit, the integrated circuit being configured for activating the illuminators in a sequential pattern that can include repeated activation cycles when the spring switch is subjected to an effective acceleration. The display apparatus preferably includes the battery being sealingly encapsulated together with the spring switch and the integrated circuit; an ON/OFF switch can be included for selectively producing a deep sleep state of the integrated circuit that is unresponsive to the spring switch. Also disclosed is footwear incorporating the display apparatus, wherein the encapsulated enclosure is located within a sole heel portion of the shoe, and the illuminators are distributed on the footwear for external view.

Abstract: A piezoelectric generator utilizes to accept a force for generating electric energy and comprises a flexible material and a piezoelectric element set. The piezoelectric element is positioned in the flexible material. The piezoelectric element set is formed by the plurality of piezoelectric elements connected in series, each piezoelectric element comprises a piezoelectric material and a metal sheet. The piezoelectric material has piezoelectricity. When the piezoelectric material suffers a stress, the piezoelectric material will generate a voltage by the deformation. The flexible material has a first elasticity coefficient. The piezoelectric element set has a second elasticity coefficient. The second elasticity coefficient is larger than the first elasticity coefficient.

Abstract: A lighting system mounted on an article of clothing. The light system comprises at least one illuminating wire mounted on the article. The illuminating wire is connected to a power source and a processing unit. The power source can be a solar strip. The processing unit is capable of analyzing the rhythm of music and commanding the illuminating object to flash based on the music. In some embodiments, the lighting system comprises a wireless receiver that can receive wireless signal such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, radio frequency, and voice command. The lighting effects of the lighting systems on different articles of clothing can be coordinated to form a special light show such as a light symphony.

Abstract: A wearing apparel includes at least a seam line and an elongated sleeve extended adjacent to the seam line. A LED light module has a flexible wire configuration allowing freedom of movement when the wearing apparel is worn. The LED light module includes a flexible light string received along the elongated sleeve and a power supply electrically connected to the light string. The light string generates a light effect thereby illuminating the wearer for ornamental and safety purpose.

Abstract: The invention disclosed herein is a securely attached portable, wearable device to enhance safety, visibility and communication capability of safety personnel when such personal leave their vehicles. The device provided is configured to be securely attached to the wearer, and is capable of emitting variable visual and audio signals actuated by a control panel component which is designed so that the user can activate various options of visual and audio signals while in flight. The device may further include GPS capability for tracking, activation and deactivation functions.

Abstract: A surgical eye wear and light combination (10) is disclosed having a frame (11), a lens (12, and a light assembly (13). The eye wear frame also includes a pair of oppositely disposed temple arms (18) and a flexible head band (21) extending between the temple arms. The Light assembly includes a light housing (23), a battery pack (24), and an insulated conductor (25). The light housing has a main body portion (27) and a headlamp (28). The battery pack includes a battery pack housing (37) and at least one battery (38) therein. In use, the weight of the battery is separated from the weight of the majority of the eye wear and light housing. Also, if the wearer tilts his or her head downwardly the weight of the heavier battery simply pushes against the back of the wearer's head.

Abstract: A light emitting shoe has a shoe body and a light emitting module. The light emitting module is mounted in the shoe body and has a cell box, a controller, a light emitting unit and a switch. The cell box has a box base, a cell space, a cover, a first electrode and a second electrode. The cell space is formed in the box base and has an opening located at a top side of the box base. The cover is connected with the box base and selectively shelters the opening. The first electrode and the second electrode are mounted in the cell box. The controller is mounted in the shoe body and electrically connected with the first electrode and the second electrode. The light emitting unit and the switch are electrically connected with the controller. Replacing the cell mounted in the cell box is easy for a user.

Abstract: A lighting system mounted on an article of clothing. The light system comprises at least one illuminating wire mounted on the article. The illuminating wire is connected to a power source and a processing unit. The power source can be a solar strip. The processing unit is capable of analyzing the rhythm of music and commanding the illuminating object to flash based on the music. In some embodiments, the lighting system comprises a wireless receiver that can receive wireless signal such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, radio frequency, and voice command. The lighting effects of the lighting systems on different articles of clothing can be coordinated to form a special light show such as a light symphony.

Abstract: A position sensitive illumination system for a patient includes an illumination source and at least one sensor structured and configured to selectively activate the illumination source in dependence of movement of the patient. Illumination source and/or sensor may be provided to one or more portions of a patient interface, e.g., a mask assembly, to thereby allow automatic activation of the illumination source when the patient moves to a predetermined position. Illumination source provides a directed lighted path for the patient as the patient moves about, e.g., during nocturnal visits to the bathroom, thereby avoiding the awakening of a bed partner.

Abstract: Flexible, fabric-encapsulated light arrays particularly suitable for use in clothing are disclosed. The light arrays are light-emitting diode (LED) arrays disposed on flexible printed circuit boards (PCBs). The flexible PCBs include substantially sinusoidal metal contact traces, along which the LEDs are attached at an angle preselected to minimize stresses in the expected directions of bending. The PCBs may also include enlarged metal contact pads and a coverlay arrangement to prevent delamination. The light arrays are contained within pockets that may be made of conductive fabric in order to form a Faraday cage. Systems and methods are also disclosed that use local and wide-area controllers to send words, images, and video to the light arrays substantially in real time.

Abstract: An illuminating shoelace device includes an illuminating unit and a light guide fiber. The casing of the illuminating unit includes a first through hole and a first opening, and the illuminating unit includes the first light emitting element therein for emitting light to the first opening. One end of the light guide fiber passes through the first through hole and then is plugged in the first opening to receive the light emitted by the light emitting element. The first through hole and the fastening structure in the first opening can hold the light guide fiber to prevent it from falling out from the opening easily.

Abstract: A system for controlling a plurality of wearable wireless light-bearing units is disclosed. The light-bearing units may comprise lighting elements coupled to garments such as those used in the performing arts and entertainment. The system comprises a control unit wirelessly communicating with light-bearing units. The light-bearing units comprise a control box coupled to a plurality of lights. Operators can control one or more of the light-bearing units in synchrony with each other and with other audio-visual elements using standard protocols. The device also provides a library of preprogrammed effects and can perform self-diagnostic functions.

Abstract: The present invention is a PVC or rubber illuminating safety glove utilized without a power source that includes a plurality of finger and thumb sections that accommodate a user's fingers and thumb and include a plurality of distal ends and a plurality of fingertips that are located on the distal ends of the finger and thumb sections and include a chemical compound that is safely embedded into the distal ends that become illuminated when exposed to an electromagnetic field. The embedded chemical compound is a plurality of microscopic polymer beads or a plurality of supermagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles that illuminate color instantly and reversibly when exposed to the electromagnetic field.

Abstract: A relationship status bracelet includes a housing, a circumferential band, and a relationship indicating electronic circuit. The housing provides an enclosure having a circumferential sidewall, a top surface, and an opposing bottom surface. The relationship indicating electronic circuit includes a microprocessor comprising programming to operate in accordance with the desired functionality, a portable power source, at least one light emitting device enabling illumination of the device in a sequence of at least two colors to convey a meaning to others. The user can advance through the sequence of established colors by cycling engagement between a magnet and a magnetic switch. The magnetic switch toggles an electrical circuit signaling the electronic circuit assembly to advance through the sequence of established colors until a desired color is activated. The last step of the sequence would terminate operation of the relationship status bracelet.

Abstract: A personal lighting device includes a first housing including a light projection portion including an inner threading and a first protrusion. It further includes a second housing including a lighting mechanism cavity, an outer threading, a second protrusion, and a third protrusion; the second and third protrusions having a first space and a second space between the second and third protrusion, the second housing interconnected with the first housing via the threading, the first protrusion having a first and second position, the first position between the second and third protrusion in the first space, and the second position in the second space. The personal lighting device further includes a battery, a printed circuit board, and a light emitting diode such that when the first protrusion is in the first position, the LED is not activated; and when the first protrusion is in the second position, the LED is activated.

Abstract: A baby monitoring light system includes a light body having a bottom portion and a top portion, the light body having a height generally shorter than the light body width and length, the light body comprising a light source oriented upwardly from the top portion, the light body adapted to project a light beam upwardly onto a surface approximately 5 to 15 feet away. The system may include a blanket having a pocket, the light body positionable in the pocket, the pocket having a space through which the light source projects when the light body is in the pocket. The light body may include one or more releasable fasteners.

Abstract: A flexible electric circuit has at least two flexible electrical conductors adhered to a textile base. A connector patch is adhered to the textile base over the flexible conductors. The connector patch has a plurality of separate conductive areas at least equal to the number of flexible electrical conductors. The conductive areas are located in the connector patch so that each flexible electrical conductor is contacted by a conductive area. The connector patch is preferably made by printing layers to form a top and bottom part with aligned windows. The bottom part is printed over with a conductive ink at the location of the windows in the bottom part, thus forming conductive areas through the connector patch. A second flexible electric circuit may be placed in electrical contact with the first flexible electrical circuit by adhering the second circuit over the connector patch so that the conductors of the second circuit contact the conductive areas.

Abstract: A remote control operation of an illuminated unit attached to a headset consisting of a headband and at least one optical device providing illumination at a known distance from the optical device attached to the headband is disclosed. The remote control unit incorporates a sensing unit that causes power to be switched on and off by the detection of motion in front of the sensing unit. In addition, the illumination may be increased or decreased based on a signal strength of a detected remote sensing signal.

Abstract: A compact flashlight that allows a user to view documents in a dark situation without having to hold a flashlight. The pocket light fits easily over the top of the pocket and can be covered by a conventional pocket flap. The light is an LED display device that produces a significant amount of light so a user can check identification or documentation, as in a license check, or registration verification for police. The pocket light has a push button power switch that can be activated by the user through the fabric of their shirt.

Abstract: A hands free lower extremity illuminating device retainer used for illuminating a user's path, particularly while walking, jogging, running, hiking, or during any other activity that requires light. The lower extremity illuminating device retainer is comprised of a single pliable strap encircling a user's lower extremity, featuring an object retainer pocket (24) for retaining an illuminating device (26), which directs a beam of light along user's path allowing the user's hands to be free for manipulation.

Abstract: An improved illuminator with an adjustable beam pattern to be worn by medical and dental professionals includes a housing, a light-emitting diode (LED) disposed in the housing outputting light through a distal opening in the housing, an achromatic doublet lens mounted in the opening in the housing, and a singlet lens disposed between the LED and the achromatic lens. The distance between the singlet lens and the doublet lens may be adjustable, and/or distance between the LED and the singlet lens may be adjustable, through a threaded connections, for example. In the preferred embodiment, the achromatic doublet lens, the singlet lens, or both the singlet and the doublet lens have a planar surface. A conical mirror may be disposed between the LED and the singlet lens to increase the light collection efficiency of the LED.

Abstract: This invention relates to a person's wardrobe for use in entertainment, and, in particular, on stage venues for projection of laser light from a person's body that is par to the pyrotechnic prior art for the large space of stage entertainment. The above system provides a unique small visual entertainment system that operates on batteries to enable the individual to walk about a large stage area which can entertain an audience.

Abstract: A device for creating moving light effects has a light source that is configured to pulse a light ON and OFF according to a desired pattern so as to create a moving light effect that is visible when the light source is moved. Some such devices can be programmed to custom-select color sets that are pulsed ON and OFF according to the desired pattern. Other such devices enable the user to custom select one or more patterns. Some devices can control a duty cycle of and LED of the light source by applying an eight bit octet over each duty cycle time in which the LED is pulsed ON or OFF based on a binary “1” or “0” of the octet. A microlight for use in artistic moving light shows such as gloving can employ such moving light effects, and some such microlights can be operated and programmed using a single actuator button.

Abstract: An illumination device for or in combination with apparel or other worn garments by a rider of a motorcycle or scooter for enhancing recognition of the motorcycle's presence by proximate vehicles. The device features lighting components engaged upon or part of the clothing of the rider which illuminate the rider and human form in concert with one or more lights on the motorcycle. The resulting non constant illuminations provide a visual enhancement of the rider and motorcycle presence to adjacent drivers.

Abstract: An exercise wristband that can extend illumination time, comprised of a translucent, flexible wristband and lighting unit, wherein the surface of the wristband has a 3D embossed and colored concave and convex design or text, and the underside has an insertion slot and cover. A lighting unit fits inside the insertion slot in the wristband and includes a light component, Integrated Circuit board (IC board), and a highly sensitive vibration switch.

Abstract: Described is a personal and portable recording, illuminating, and data transmitting device constructed for mounting on or being integral to a wearable support device. The device includes, among other features, a light, audio and video source housing; a light source, such as an adjustable LED scope spotlight; an audio/video recording device, such as a high-definition video camera capable of transmitting live or recorded signals to remote displays or recipients; and an optional infrared light. The device may include a storage device slot for receiving a removable storage device, a wireless network antenna for connecting the recording device to a wireless network, an LED light indicating when the audio/video recording device is actively wirelessly transmitting, and an energy source housing electrically coupled to the light source housing.

Abstract: The disclosed invention is a system that provides high visibility for a motorcyclist (and possible passenger) in the form a jacket (or other garment). The jacket (or other garment) has lights, for example light-emitting diodes (LEDs), incorporated into the jacket at desired locations. The lights provide increased visibility of the person wearing the jacket, for example, a motorcyclist, particularly at night. In addition, the location, arrangement, and color of the lights (or sets of lights) can convey information (in addition to increasing the general visibility of the motorcyclist).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a portable informational display device capable of being worn by a user. The device comprises a body-mounted band, wherein said band has a first outwardly facing surface and a second inwardly facing surface and a substrate having a first end and a second end whereby said first end depends from said second inwardly facing surface, wherein said substrate contains an informational display.

Abstract: An improved illuminator with an adjustable beam pattern to be worn by medical and dental professionals includes a housing, a light-emitting diode (LED) disposed in the housing outputting light through a distal opening in the housing, an achromatic doublet lens mounted in the opening in the housing, and a singlet lens disposed between the LED and the achromatic lens. The distance between the singlet lens and the doublet lens may be adjustable, and/or distance between the LED and the singlet lens may be adjustable, through a threaded connections, for example. In the preferred embodiment, the achromatic doublet lens, the singlet lens, or both the singlet and the doublet lens have a planar surface. A conical mirror may be disposed between the LED and the singlet lens to increase the light collection efficiency of the LED.

Abstract: An illuminous sole (10) is configured with a sole body (20) and electronic device (30). The sole body (20) defines a compartment (25) and a transparent portion (26) surrounding the compartment (25). The transparent portion (26) has an external side (262) and an internal side (264) which having a plurality of reflecting surfaces (264b). The electronic device (30) is arranged within the compartment (25) and includes at least a first light-emitting device (34). Portion of the light beam projected from the first light emitting device (34) is directed outward from the outer side of the transparent portion (26) after the portion of light beam is redirected by the reflecting surfaces (264b). By this arrangement, the light beam from the first light-emitting device (34) is redirected and broadened to cover winder scope and range. In addition, interweaving of the light beams creates more brighter and colorful effect.

Abstract: Collar, harness or leash mounted electroluminescent strips are powered by an electronic inverter circuit and batteries inside a plastic housing. A lid on the housing is thinned around a central push button. An extension of the push button activates or deactivates a push switch in the base. An O-ring in a peripheral groove on the base seals a complementary peripheral projection of a lid. Cylinders extend from sides of the base. Knurled and threaded inserts are held in the cylinders. Complementary lid lugs hold set screws which are screwed into the inserts, tightly compressing the O-ring. Knurls on the base and a keeper opposite the knurls hold the housing on the collar. An opening for the electroluminescent strips is partially surrounded by the lugs.

Abstract: A light and fan assembly has a generally tubular housing that has a turbine fan located on one end the fan discharging a stream of air therefrom, and a light is located on the opposing end, the light discharging a light beam therefrom in opposite direction to the air stream. A clip clips the housing to an appropriate surface such as a hat brim. The fan can draw air from one of two intakes with one of the intakes allowing air to pass over a heat sink of the light to help cool the light assembly and warm the air stream or resistive heating elements can be provided in order to heat the air stream. A magnifying lens is attached, fixedly or pivotally and possibly rotatably, to the housing.

Abstract: An electrical assembly, and a process for manufacturing it, in which the electrical assembly has a battery held within a battery block, a switch assembly attached to the battery block, a ribbon wire assembly held within a ribbon block and a PCB held within the battery and ribbon blocks. Two conductors in the battery block create electrical connections between the battery and the PCB after the battery is inserted into and held within the battery block. The ribbon wire assembly has one or more wires, preferably two or more, each of which has a protective covering with a gap that allows the wire to form an electrical connection with the PCB. All of the electrical connections between the PCB and the battery, the switch assembly and the ribbon wire assembly are made without the use of any solder.

Abstract: The adjustment device for a portable element includes: a first and second pair of first and second wire-shaped elements; a first adjustment unit mounted mobile on the first pair of wire-shaped elements and configured to: define two deviation paths of the first pair of wire-shaped elements and to separate the first and second wire-shaped elements of the first pair by a first distance X1, and define a first mechanical coupling means with the second pair of wire-shaped elements; and a second adjustment unit mounted mobile on the second pair of wire-shaped elements and configured to: define two deviation paths of the second pair of wire-shaped elements and to separate the first and second wire-shaped elements of the second pair by a second distance X2, and define a first mechanical coupling means with the first pair of wire-shaped elements.

Abstract: A system for creating a lighted apparel design includes a light element and a securing member for securing the light element to the apparel item. The securing member is an adhesive. The securing member secures the light element to an associated apparel item at a desired location on the apparel item to create a lighted design on the apparel item.

Abstract: An adjustable belt worn around the waist of a person with a light attached to the front of the belt. The belt is made of webbing material and has a plastic side-release buckle adjustable on one side. The light is a light-emitting diode (LED) lamp. By pushing a single-button the user can easily select between various lighting modes. The lamp tilts up and down and is powered by batteries contained within the lamp. One embodiment of the belt with light has a minimum of two metal snaps, one on each side of the lamp. The snaps are to attach accessories to the belt such as a whistle, keychain, pouch, and/or small bag. The purpose of the belt with light is to provide bright hands-free illumination for any situation where this is needed or preferred, such as emergencies, dog walking, running, hiking, camping, and household chores.

Abstract: An illumination system is housed in a footwear, the footwear including a sole and an upper. A structure and a liner form inner layers connected to the upper. A plurality of illumination sources are electrically connected to a power source and positioned adjacent to the liner. The illumination sources are positioned between the liner and upper. A batting is designed to be light diffusing, while the upper has a light diffusing section. The light emitted from the plurality of illumination sources is diffused as it passes through the batting and light diffusing section. Aesthetic designs can be creating, either through the arrangement of the plurality of illumination sources or the provision of a light impermeable section on the upper. The light impermeable section, in combination with the light diffusion section, can be used to form or outline an aesthetic design. The result is an internally illuminated footwear with diffused light.

Abstract: An electro-optical apparatus includes a substrate and multiple pixels formed upon the substrate. The substrate is formed by interleaving multiple strip-shaped tape members configured of a resin.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a depth correction apparatus includes a clusterer, a calculator and a corrector. The clusterer is configured to apply clustering to at least one of pixel values and depth values of a plurality of pixels in a calculation range corresponding to a correction target pixel, and to classify the plurality of pixels in the calculation range into a plurality of classes. The calculator is configured to calculate pixel value statistics of the respective classes using pixel values of pixels in the respective classes. The corrector is configured to determine a corresponding class of the correction target pixel based on a pixel value of the correction target pixel and the pixel value statistics of the respective classes, and to apply correction which replaces a depth value of the correction target pixel by a representative depth value of the corresponding class.

Abstract: A utility wristband configured for dog walking is provided having a wrist engageable band for an engagement to an as-used configuration, encircled around a user's arm adjacent a wrist. The band is configured with a flashlight, bag container for waste bags, and hidden pocket which is closeable for storage of valuables. A secondary means for illumination is configured for removable engagement to both the band and a collar of a dog, thereby allowing the secondary means of illumination give a visual location signal concerning the dog's location. A removable flashlight and removable leash housing can also be engaged to the band.