Abstract: A proximate location detection system includes a wireless signal transmitter and a wireless receiver and light emitter. The wireless signal transmitter receives power in response to a first pressure signal and transmits repeatedly a transmission signal generated in response to a second pressure signal during a preset period. The wireless receiver and light emitter receives the transmission signal from the wireless signal transmitter and emits light of various colors using a Light-Emitting Diode (LED) lamp or laser lamp array.

Abstract: An embodiment of a baseball-style cap and stereo combination having a crown, a brim/bill, a sweatband, and two amplified stereo speakers concealed within the brim/bill is disclosed. The stereo components including a circuit board, an amplifier and battery are concealed within an inner surface and/or inner space defined as the area between the lowermost inner surface area of the crown and the inner surface of the sweatband when pulled apart from one another. Also included are wires connecting the battery to the circuit board and wires connecting the amplifier to the speakers both of which are concealed within the sweatband. A stereophonic music generator sends a music signal which is provided to the amplifier by any suitable means of communication, like an audio cord or wireless by means of infrared or Bluetooth wireless technology.

Abstract: There is provided hands-free lighting, components thereof, and other accessories for being combined with the hands-free lighting. The hands-free lighting is preferably lighted headgear including hats and includes various accessories for use therewith, such as lighted headgear having two switch or actuator devices mounted thereto. The two switch devices can include a temporary switch device and a maintained switch device. The lighted headgear can further include a switch guard associated therewith. The lighted headgear can alternatively or also include a switch cover. The switch guard and/or the switch cover can be associated with packaging configured to mount to the lighted hat to substantially prevent inadvertent activation while still allowing intentional actuation thereof, or substantially prevent activation thereof, respectively.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a protective modular helmet with an integrated lighting system, for example for use by a rider/driver of a vehicle such as a snowmobile, a motorcycle, or an all-terrain vehicle. A light source is mounted at chin level in the helmet. A moveable chin bar covers or conceals the light source when lowered. When the chin bar is raised, the light source is exposed and can be used for illumination.

Abstract: A clip light includes a light head including a light housing having a light window, and a LED light source supported in the light housing to align with the light window; a power source supported in the light housing; and a mounting arrangement which includes a clipping unit pivotally coupling with the light housing, wherein the light housing is selectively moved to adjust a light projecting orientation of the light source via the clipping unit when the clipping unit is coupled at the desired object.

Abstract: A portable light source for connection to a hardhat. The portable light source has a battery housing with an LED light mounted in a lamp holder that is connected either directly to or via a boom or wires to the battery housing. The housing or the lamp holder also has a mounting post that engages an aperture on the side of the hardhat for holding the portable light source in place. The lamp housing may be rotatably connected to the battery housing.

Abstract: A head light includes a light core, an assembling accessory and a hear gear. The light core includes a light source for generating light. The assembling accessory includes a front casing and a back casing and defines a core cavity within the front and back casings to receive the light core, wherein the front casing has a light window aligning with the light source such that when the light core is supported within the core cavity, the light source is controllably activated to generate the light through the light window, wherein the assembling accessory is a building part that the assembling accessory is adapted for not only being pieced together with the light core for creating a particular ornamental design and light effect of the head light, but also being disassembled to mix and match with an alternated light core for producing different light effects.

Abstract: A combination headlamp and flashlight assembly includes a headlamp base; a headlamp head including a light source; a battery case, and a battery. The combination headlamp and flashlight assembly is changeable between a headlamp configuration and a handheld flashlight configuration. In the headlamp configuration, the headlamp head is mechanically and electrically coupled to the headlamp base to form a headlamp, the battery case carries the battery, and the battery case is electrically coupled to the headlamp base for powering the light source with the battery to provide illumination. In the handheld flashlight configuration, the headlamp head is mechanically and electrically coupled to the battery to form a handheld flashlight where the battery forms a handle and body of the handheld flashlight and powers the light source to provide illumination.

Abstract: A method for lighting up a luminous safety accessory includes separating the two sets of luminous sources such that they are each visible based on a different direction; separately lighting up the two sets of luminous sources; lighting up the first set of luminous sources in response to a positive acceleration, with the lighting involving the varying of the luminous intensity of the sources based on the measured acceleration; and lighting up the second set of luminous sources in response to a negative acceleration of which the absolute value exceeds a pre-determined threshold value, with the lighting involving the varying of the luminous intensity of the sources based on the measured acceleration.

Abstract: A safety helmet or head piece having an incident light source disposed on the top or the crown of the helmet or head piece, means for controlling the orientation of the light source, wherein light emanates as a beam substantially vertically and upwardly irrespective of the orientation of the helmet or head piece. The light beam is a single or collimated beam comprised by one or more laser light sources of any color or color mix. The light source is mounted on the helmet or head piece so that the beam always emanates in substantially a vertical upwards direction irrespective of the orientation of the helmet or head piece. The invention being directed to the location and rescue of injured workers in poor visibility conditions and to the reduction and prevention of accidents in general.

Abstract: A system comprises a brake light housing comprising a flat front surface and a concave rear surface being configured to conform to a shape of a helmet. A flexible base member is joined to the rear surface. The flexible base member is configured to form a seal with the helmet to mitigate wind from dislodging the brake light housing from the helmet. A light source is disposed within the brake light housing to emit an illumination toward the front surface. A receiver is disposed within the brake light housing to receive a signal indicating an application of a brake of a vehicle and to active the light source for a duration of the signal. A transmitter is configured to be joinable to the vehicle, to be in communication with the vehicle's braking system, and to communicate the signal to the receiver for a duration of the application of the brake.

Abstract: A hands-free dental or surgical light system (150) is disclosed which includes a master unit (152) worn by the doctor and one or more subservient units (154) to be worn by an assistant or assistants. Each of the units (152, 154) has a light (12) which can be at full brightness, dimmed or off. The master unit (152) has a transmitter (156) that communicates with a receiver (158) on the subservient unit (154) so that the light (12) on the subservient unit (154) does not accidentally cure a light sensitive material. For example, when in range the master unit (152) can control the subservient unit (154) to turn the light on the subservient unit (154) dim or off when the light 12 on the master unit (152) is dimmed, and dim the light on the subservient unit (154) when the light 12 on the master unit (152) is off. When the master unit (152) is out of range of the subservient unit (154), the subservient unit (154) can be operated without restriction.

Abstract: In an adjustable light, a mounting base is formed with a pair of arcuate slots for receiving hooks protruding from a light module. For attachment of the light module to the base, the hooks enter open ends of the respective slots, and the light module is rotated to engage the hooks with the slots. A sheet of spring metal with two series of protrusions is sandwiched between a rear part of the base and a front part in which the slots are formed. The protrusions are exposed through the slots, and a space is provided behind the protrusions, allowing them to move resiliently when engaged by the hooks as the light module is rotated so that the light module can be retained in any selected one of a plurality of angular positions.

Abstract: A variety of lighting devices are provided to provide hands-free illumination to enable illumination without needed to hold a flashlight. The hands-free lighting includes lighted headgear, lighted eyeglass frames, lighted clothing, or a lighted head band.

Abstract: A safety helmet or head piece having an incident light source disposed on the top or the crown of the helmet or head piece, means for controlling the orientation of the light source, wherein light emanates as a beam substantially vertically and upwardly irrespective of the orientation of the helmet or head piece. The light beam is a single or collimated beam comprised by one or more laser light sources of any colour or colour mix. The light source is mounted on the helmet or head piece so that the beam always emanates in substantially a vertical upwards direction irrespective of the orientation of the helmet or head piece. The invention being directed to the location and rescue of injured workers in poor visibility conditions and to the reduction and prevention of accidents in general.

Abstract: A portable light source for connection to a hardhat. The portable light source has a battery housing with an LED light mounted in a swivel portion that is connected to the battery housing. The housing also has a mounting post that engages an aperture on the side of the hardhat for holding the portable light source in place.

Abstract: A hat with a solar system comprises: a body, a power supply device, a lighting device, and a solar panel, wherein the power supply device is disposed on the body and has a control unit and a battery, the control unit has a charging circuit and at least one external charging connector that is electrically connected to an electronic device, the battery is able to charge the electronic device; the lighting device has a switch and at least one LED lighter and is electrically connected to the battery of the power supply device and turns on or shuts down the LED lighter; and the solar panel is electrically connected to the battery and transforms absorbed light into electric power, which is stored in the battery. Therefore, the present invention continuously provides power, lighting and safety reminder while the present invention is being applied in an outdoors.

Abstract: A lighting device includes a housing, one or more light sources, one or more lenses and an attachment mechanism or clip. The housing includes a front end, a lower surface, and an upper surface. The one or more light sources are positioned at a front end of the housing. The one or more lenses are positioned proximate to the light sources. The clip or the attachment mechanism is coupled to the lower surface of the housing.

Abstract: A flashlight mounting system for a helmet of the type used by firefighters. The system has a light holder which is engageable with an adaptor on or secured to a helmet. A coupling is adjustable relative to the holder at engaging teeth and grooves to adjust the light and the path of the light beam. The adaptor and holder may be manually disengaged to change the orientation of the light or to allow the user to manually use the light and reattach the light in the original position without removing the helmet in dangerous environments and other environments. Inserts may be provided to adopt the light-receiving section to various styles, types and shapes of flashlights. The system allows the user to quickly adjust the flashlight and also allows the use of the light and holder with different helmets.

Abstract: Illuminated safety helmets are provided. The helmets include a shell having two or more lighted zones mounted therein, which are spaced from each other on the outer surface of the shell. One or more of the lighted zones can be selectively deactivated, allowing a wearer to control which zone or zones not to illuminate, as may be desirable in certain situations. Each zone, when activated, is illuminated in a variable fashion, such that the light illuminated from the zone changes within a brief period of time.

Abstract: A helmet including a lighting system integrated into said helmet, the lighting system comprising a first layer; light emitting means mounted to said first layer; controller means mounted to said first layer for controlling said light emitting means; wiring means for linking said light emitting means to said controller means; a second layer fixably attached to said first layer thereby providing an area between said first and second layer for said light emitting means, controller means, and wiring means; power means fixably attached to said second layer for powering said controller and light emitting means; and operating means functionally linked to said controller means for operating said controller means. The application also discloses lighting system contained in a shell that that can be attached to an existing helmet. This application also discloses a lighting system contained in a flexible material that can be fitted onto an existing helmet.

Abstract: A light for headgear includes a shroud plate having a shell configured to receive a goggle mount, the shell having a periphery generally conforming to a contour of the headgear; and a lighting system on the shell having at least one light. The light further includes a power unit electrically coupled to the lighting system.

Abstract: A warning lamp assembly for use in a safety helmet is disclosed to include a watertight housing having a part thereof transparent, a circuit board mounted inside the housing and carrying a control circuit, a direction and speed sensor and a warning lamp set that are electrically connected together, a battery pack mounted inside the housing and electrically connected to the circuit board to provide battery power to the components at the circuit board, and a mounting device located on the outside of the housing and detachably connectable to a safety helmet. Thus, the warning lamp assembly has the characteristics of simple structure and ease of installation and is detachably connectable to a safety helmet.

Abstract: An integral battery, light and light switch assembly can be removably fitted within a light-transmitting pocket on an article of clothing, such as a glove. Alternatively, the assembly can be mounted to virtually any surface with an adhesive or hook and loop fastener. In one application, the assembly can be attached to fishing tackle to attract fish. The assembly is particularly useful for nighttime use by those in the vicinity of traffic, including police, fire and ambulance workers as well as runners and cyclists. The assembly can also be used to mark a trail or identify a location in the dark. Infrared lighting can be used for tactical operations.

Abstract: A communications assembly is adapted for use with a helmet worn by a person riding a vehicle with a light indication system. The communication assembly includes a control circuit fixedly secured to the helmet. An illumination display is operatively connected to the control circuit and fixedly secured to a back surface of the helmet. The illumination display emits light rearward of the helmet. A transmitter is electrically connected to the light indication system of the vehicle for transmitting signals as a function of a status of the light indication system. A receiver is electrically connected to the control circuit for receiving the signals transmitted by the transmitter. The receiver forwards the signals onto the control circuit such that the control circuit operates the illumination display in concert with the light indication system of the vehicle.

Abstract: There is provided hands-free lighting, components thereof, and other accessories combined with the hands-free lighting. The hands-free lighting is preferably lighted headgear including hats and includes various accessories for use therewith, such as a protective switch guard associated with hat packaging surrounding an activation switch to prevent inadvertent activation while still allowing intentional actuation thereof.

Abstract: A flashlight mount includes a clamp-type positioning element and an elongate clamping element pivotally connected to an upper section of the clamp-type positioning element. To fasten a flashlight to the mount, an engaging section on a lateral side of the flashlight is inserted into a C-shaped groove on a lateral side of a fastening extension of the elongate clamping element. Once the engaging section is inserted in the C-shaped groove to the greatest extent possible, a limiting recess at one end of the flashlight is engaged with a projection at the corresponding end of the fastening extension to fix the flashlight in position to the elongate clamping element. Then, an object to be clamped is inserted into an insertion space extending laterally into the clamp-type positioning element, before a lower screw rod is rotated upward to secure the clamp-type positioning element to the object in a clamping manner.

Abstract: A terrain visualization device is disclosed, the device comprising a wearable mounting structure adapted to be fixed to a user. The device also includes a light emitting unit attached to the mounting structure and configured to project a predetermined contrast pattern onto terrain when the mounting structure is fixed to a user. Also disclosed is a method for traversing terrain comprising fixing a wearable mounting structure to a user, the mounting structure having a light emitting unit attached thereto, traversing the terrain, and projecting a predetermined contrast pattern onto the terrain using the light emitting unit, so that the topography of the terrain can be determined from distortion of the contrast pattern. A method for illuminating a ski run is also disclosed.

Abstract: A dual-ended illumination device that is fastened to a user's wrist is herein disclosed, comprising a small cylindrical flashlight having a first end with at least three (3) white light-emitting diodes (LED's) and a second end having at least one (1) red LED. A four position switch located at a midpoint on a housing provides for OFF-WHITE-RED-BOTH positions. The flashlight attaches to one's wrist by use of a nylon strap secured with a fastening means. It is positioned on either the inside or outside of the wrist to suit a desired illumination need. An inside position would be used when reading a book, or performing physical tasks. The outside position would be used when riding or bike or walking, with perhaps all lamps illuminated to serve as a warning light to others. The device is viewed as being especially valuable in areas where it is impossible to hold a flashlight or have others hold one while performing work with both hands.

Abstract: An illumination poi is provided, comprising light emitters and light waveguides optically coupled to the light emitters. In some embodiments, the light waveguides are optical fibers. A microchip light controller, associated with the light emitters, varies the light entering the optical fibers, and facilitates spectacular light pattern upon rotation of the illumination poi in the dark.

Abstract: A personal protection system for providing a sterile barrier around medical/surgical personnel. The system includes a helmet over which a hood or a toga suspended. Integral with the helmet is a ventilation fan. The helmet also includes a light assembly for illuminating the surgical field. The helmet includes a front nozzle from which air from the ventilation fan is discharged. The light assembly is mounted to the helmet and is located below the front nozzle. Air discharged from the front nozzle blows heat generated by the light assembly away from the light assembly. In some versions of the invention, the light assembly includes a control arm connected to the light assembly for pivoting the light assembly.

Abstract: A head gear that provides entertainment and effective advertising with a main body and an attached visor body having an upper portion and a lower portion pivotably connected to each other. The main body fits over or around a wearer's head. The upper portion of the visor body has an area for receiving markings, and along the perimeter of the area is a plurality of light source for illuminating the entire area. A user can make different markings in the area. In an open position, the upper portion is at a substantially right angle relative to the lower portion such that the area with the markings is displayed to a viewer in a forward position. In a closed position, the area is concealed and protected by the lower portion. Use of ultraviolet light emitting diodes and phosphorescent or fluorescent markings provide enhanced entertainment and advertisement value.

Abstract: Helmet mounted lighting apparatus and method of manufacture. May utilize LED light source and battery power unit designed for mounting for example on a fire-fighting helmet. May couple with helmet or to an ornamental leather shield typically mounted on the front of a fire-fighting helmet. Enables enhanced visual field at night for benefit of the user. Apparatus is made of material suitable for the harsh conditions encountered by fire suppression and emergency personnel and is mounted in such a fashion as to not conflict with the typical physical features of the helmet or shield. The apparatus includes at least one lamp provided at a front side of the casing, a switch part provided remote to or in one side of the casing, a battery or series of batteries provided remotely or in the interior of the casing and optional time-out, power level adjustment, voltage and/or current control circuitry.

Abstract: A multiply purpose helmet shell that has more than one light emitting diodes that is embedded in the shell. The helmet shell is designed and constructed in such a way to give visual identification to the wearer. The multiply purpose helmet shell lighting system is powered by battery and other lithium-ion or dry cell batteries that can be mounted within or on the helmet shell; and the lighting system can be turned on and off manually or automatically.

Abstract: A device for holding an independently introduced flashlight to the visor of a common baseball cap or its facsimile. The purpose is to provide a convenient and simple means for carrying on one's person, a hands-free and directed light source by interfacing a cap and flashlight. It is more for use on a soft cap with a stiff visor or brim than a hard hat. Said flashlights normally contain light emitting diodes (LEDs) or incandescent bulbs. The device is comprised of two clips that are permanently fastened together. One clip holds the flashlight which is snapped into position, the other attaches to the cap.

Abstract: The current invention is directed to an attachment band for secure interconnection with a conventional safety helmet that allows the helmet to be accessorized to a user's taste and need, including the inclusion of functional features, such as, lighting accessories.

Abstract: A wireless light indication and control device connected with a helmet is provided. The wireless light indication and control device includes a direction detector, a wireless transmitter, and at least one light element, wherein the direction detector senses a movement of the helmet to generate a turning signal, the wireless transmitter receives the turning signal and cooperates with a frequency hopping unit and a matching unit to generate a wireless signal, and the light element includes a wireless receiver for receiving the wireless signal. As the user wears the helmet of the present invention, the light can generate warning effect based on the movement of the helmet, so as to provide the user a more comprehensive traffic safety.

Abstract: An illuminated protective hard hat includes at least one work light and plurality of safety lights. The hat provides a hands-free illumination. The safety lights are set to flashing for higher visibility in dangerous work zones. This illuminated protective hard hat can be used by anyone working in a construction zone, such as flaggers or road workers. It can also be utilized by miners, utility personnel, or anyone else working in dimly lit or dark environments. The hat is worn like a standard hard hat but has a power switch connected to a power source to selectively turn on or turn of the safety lights and the work light.

Abstract: A signal device is provided for identifying and communicating a location or hazard, concealed within a housing on a hard hat having a pocket. Further provided is a detachable housing to be placed in the pocket. Embodiments incorporate a speaker for audible identification, a light emitting diode (LED) for visual identification and a global positioning sensor (GPS) for identifying the wearer's location and various circuits and systems that utilize the invention.

Abstract: A helmet including a lighting system integrated into said helmet, the lighting system comprising a first layer; light emitting means mounted to said first layer; controller means mounted to said first layer for controlling said light emitting means; wiring means for linking said light emitting means to said controller means; a second layer fixably attached to said first layer thereby providing an area between said first and second layer for said light emitting means, controller means, and wiring means; power means fixably attached to said second layer for powering said controller and light emitting means; and operating means functionally linked to said controller means for operating said controller means. The application also discloses lighting system contained in a shell that that can be attached to an existing helmet. This application also discloses a lighting system contained in a flexible material that can be fitted onto an existing helmet.

Abstract: An enhanced lighting device having a means providing for the affixing to most conventional eyeglass frames. The unobtrusive lighting device generally comprises an enclosure having a cavity for the containment of a light emitting diode, a powering means and a sliding tensionable clamp for attaching the enclosure to for example, the bridge of a pair of conventional eyeglasses. Additionally, a pair of support posts provides an alignment means whereby the direction of the light is perpendicular to that of the eyeglass frame. A presentation plate is attachable to the front of the device, and may be decorated to provide a fashionable look.

Abstract: A baseball cap lamp that is suitable for displaying and illuminating a baseball cap when the cap is not being worn includes a lamp shaft having a light socket and a cap stand carried by the lamp shaft at the light socket. An alternative illustrative embodiment of the baseball cap lamp includes a lamp shaft, an LED panel carried by the lamp shaft, a plurality of LEDs provided on the LED panel and a cap stand carried by the lamp shaft at the LED panel.

Abstract: A clip light, for detachably mounting the clip light to a visor of a cap, includes a light arrangement and a detachable clip member. The light arrangement includes a light housing and a light device supported within the light housing, wherein the detachable clip member is detachably coupling with the light housing, wherein the detachable clip member is adapted to be detached for replacing to another type of clip member for different purposes. The detachable clip member is rotatably coupling with the light housing, such that a projecting angle of the light from the light source is adapted to be adjusted via a rotation manner.

Abstract: An illuminated helmet with a plurality of lamps positioned in at least one recess, a controller to operate the lamps in a flashing pattern, and a proximity sensor to activate the controller and lamps upon detection of a user's head. The recesses for the lamps and other components are located in a non-impact area of the helmet. The lamps are arranged to be visible to a viewer from any angle, and the flashing patterns of the lamps are programmed to draw the attention of the human eye.

Abstract: A heat dissipating helmet provides a heat dissipating material portion. One or more high powered LEDs may be in thermal contact therewith providing a significant portion of a heat sink to remove heat from the LEDs to maintain them at a proper operating temperature during operation. The heat dissipating material may be also in contact with air flow as the helmet moves through space thereby allowing convection to assist in removing heat from the helmet. Furthermore, heat moving elements located internal to the helmet may assist in transferring heat to the heat dissipating material from the scalp of a wearer.

Abstract: Illuminated clothing accessories are disclosed. A glove includes a glove, light emitting elements disposed proximate finger tips of the glove, a controller coupled to the light emitting elements to control illumination thereof, a power supply coupled to the controller, and light reflecting elements disposed on a top surface of the glove. A headpiece includes a front panel on a top portion of the headpiece. The headpiece includes a top portion having a plurality of light emitting elements arranged thereon. A rim is connected to a bottom end of the top portion. A controller is coupled to the light emitting elements to control illumination thereof. A power supply is coupled to the controller and the plurality of light reflecting elements are disposed on the top portion and the rim of the headpiece.

Abstract: Rear view mirrors for use with a brim of a hat. Telescopic arms extend from the brim and are pivotable and swivelable from a central ball joint and have rear view mirrors disposed on the distal ends thereof that are pivotable and swivelable on the ball joints that transition from the distal end of the telescopic arms and the rear view mirrors. The rear view mirrors and telescopic arms are articulated by the user to provide the desired field of vision behind the user.

Abstract: The invention provides a light-emitting device, which includes a water-proof enclosure, a motion-actuated switch, a controller, a memory unit, a light-emitting array, a driving unit, and a battery. The motion-actuated switch is capable of generating a triggering signal if an external force presses on it. Furthermore, when the controller is under the start condition, it can selectively generate a lighting signal according to the triggering signal. The memory unit is applied for storing a plurality of default patterns. The light-emitting array includes a plurality of light-emitting diodes. The driving unit is capable of selecting one of the default patterns according to the lighting signal in a pre-determined way, and driving the light-emitting array lighting based on the default pattern. Particularly, the pre-determined way is in a proper sequence.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to an illumination system and, more particularly, to an illumination system that is configured for attachment to the frame portion of a pair of eyeglasses. The illumination system includes a light source and a multi-axis pivot assembly to permit directional adjustment and focus of a beam of light. An adapter clip is provided to facilitate attachment to the temple arm portion of the eyeglasses. The adapter clip includes a plurality of grooves positioned between two flexible side portions to allow the clip to be slid along the temple arm to a desired position and snapped into a locked position. The illumination system is fully adjustable in terms of light intensity and direction of the light beams.

Abstract: A helmet lighting system includes a housing configured for attachment to a helmet wherein a lighting module includes a power source, plurality of light sources, signal receiving means configured to receive operational signals from one or more associated vehicles and a controller configured to selectively control the plurality of light sources responsive to said signal receiving means receiving said operational signals. In this manner, the lighting module may mimic brake lights and strobe lights associated with a motorcycle for example thereby rendering the motorcycle and rider more visible. Flexible ends of the housing allow the housing to attach securely to different helmet styles. Alternatively the lighting module may be integrated with the helmet. An emergency mode allows the helmet to be used as a warning device.